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What is a zero-dollar line item?

What is a zero-dollar line item?

Non-profit operating budgets need to be flexible to respond quickly to changes, especially at year-end. Executive directors struggle to create the perfect annual budget that includes everything the...

Buy your own darn gift.

Buy your own darn gift.

Recently, I explained to my team, that I experience a sort of emotional rollercoaster after an event or planning session. Initially, I’m excited, energized, and filled with hope about the...

A better way to evaluate the Executive Director.

A better way to evaluate the Executive...

When the operating year is over and it is time to conduct the executive director’s evaluation, many non-profit boards seemingly forget how to operate as a governing group. They pull out dusty...

Unlock the 4 Types of Non-Profit Boards!

Unlock the 4 Types of Non-Profit Boards!

You’ve got new volunteers joining the board team and they are filled with questions. From meeting procedures to reimbursement for expenses, some of the questions can be straight forward and...