7 Ways to Know Your Board Is Diverse
One clue: Board conversations are messy in the best of ways.
By Joan Garry
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The 4 Deadly Sins of Dysfunctional Boards ― and How to Fix Them
It’s up to nonprofit leaders to give trustees the tools they need to be successful.
By Joan Garry
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How to Inspire Major Donors to Give at the End of a Very Tough Year
A five-step recipe for big-gift fundraising success in challenging times.
By Joan Garry
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Nonprofit Leaders: Here’s How to Recruit Board Members — Even in a Crisis
How to make a better pitch to candidates for board service and six ways to improve recruitment overall.
By Joan Garry
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5 Easy Ways Board Members Can Help During This Crisis
How trustees can support executives and lead by example without spending a lot of time or money.
By Joan Garry
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Strategic Planning Sucks the Life Out of Nonprofits: Readers Respond
Joan Garry responds to readers, who commented on her column’s headline, the frequency of “strategy” changes at nonprofits, and the need to educate new board members on the history and culture of the organization they’re serving.
By Joan Garry
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Strategic Planning Sucks the Life Out of Nonprofits
How and why the process is often flawed, and how to fix it
By Joan Garry
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Too Many Boards Abuse Their Power. Let’s Change That.
Columnist Joan Garry lays out four ways to change dysfunctional dynamics between trustees and nonprofit executives.
By Joan Garry
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Who Needs an Executive Coach? Readers Respond
How do I find a good executive coach? Can a coach help me identify and prepare for my next nonprofit role? Columnist Joan Garry has answers.
By Joan Garry
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Igniting Board Members’ Passion: Readers Respond
How can you get trustees excited about the mission if their only contact at the organization is the executive director? Or if the mission isn’t about saving puppies or feeding the hungry? Columnist Joan Garry has answers.
By Joan Garry
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