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Why an Ongoing Recruitment Strategy Pays Off

Danielle Gauthier | August 16, 2022

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The 6 Pillars of a Successful Prospect Management Model

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5 Don’ts and Dos for Recruiting a New Nonproft CEO/Executive Director

Bill Weber | March 21, 2022

Hiring a new CEO/Executive Director is an important (and often daunting) task. Read our Co-Founder Bill Weber’s advice to ensure success.

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The 5 Core Responsibilities of Nonprofit Board Members

Suzanne Battit | February 3, 2022

Is it time to review the health of your board? Or are you yourself considering pursuing a board member role? If so, keep in mind these 5 core responsibilities for all nonprofit board members!

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Why DEI Success Doesn’t Start with the Hiring Process

January 31, 2022

Before an organization can successfully recruit and retain a diverse workplace, they need to take these 2 important steps.

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How to Lead Inclusive Meetings

Mary Plum and Danielle Gauthier | January 27, 2022

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Bill Weber | January 18, 2022

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Discover what an effective fundraising plan should include and accomplish.

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Mary Plum | September 16, 2021

Read our advice on when to send a thank you letter, whom to send to, and what to include.

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Karen Lieberman-Daly and Victoria Jones | July 12, 2021

A successful campaign will have an impact long after its close. Discover how, with proper planning, your organization can ensure lasting success.

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Danielle Gauthier | June 16, 2021

Why assessing culture fit can be a harmful practice – and why you should look for culture add, instead.

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The Appeal of the Hybrid Model

Danielle Gauthier | May 19, 2021

We surveyed nonprofit leaders in every sector to hear how they’re imagining the future of work.

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Lights, Camera, Action: Setting the Stage for a Successful Campaign

Lynn Shevory | April 23, 2021

Ask yourself this list of questions to assess your organization’s campaign readiness.

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How to Form and Manage an Effective Search Committee

Tracy Marshall | April 15, 2021

Discover when and how to form a search committee, who to include, and how to understand their role.

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Common DEI-Related Terms and When to Use Them

Danielle Gauthier | April 11, 2021

A critical component of fostering inclusivity is the language we choose to use.

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Recruiting Candidates from Small to Big Shops and Vice Versa

Bill Weber | March 19, 2021

Our Co-Founder Bill Weber shares all you need to know when it comes to recruiting candidates from shop sizes different from your own.

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How to Form a Long-Term Relationship with an Executive Recruiter

Tracy Marshall | August 25, 2020

Our Senior Vice President Tracy Marshall shares the do’s and don’ts of interacting with executive recruiters.

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