If you’ve ever seen looks of frustration on some faces in your audience or received comments from readers of your newsletter, emails or blog that your material is too rudimentary (I love when they use that term!) or too technical or sophisticated, you may need to adjust your approach and/or content. First thing - consider… [Continue Reading]
Create Winning Boards: Find the Right Fit
February 9, 2010 By
Serving on a non-profit board involves a solid level of commitment from both the board member and the organization. Individuals considering board service should be: able to make a specific time commitment informed about the mission, policies and programs of the non-profit prepared to review materials before meetings willing to serve on committees willing to… [Continue Reading]
Recruiting Non-Profit Board Members Who Think Big!
December 21, 2009 By
If your organization is looking for new board members who will be more than “warm bodies,” take a look at your strategic plan. Board members — good board members—provide vision and direction. They also work with the staff team to ensure the organization’s long term financial stability. So, take a look at your vision and… [Continue Reading]
Get Smart(er) Communications!
November 16, 2009 By
R U comUniKtg w/ evry1 like ths? Can you carry on a conversation about any current events? Do you stay on top of the hot topics related to your field? No matter what your age, gender or area of expertise, correct and professional communications is vital. This skill becomes even more important if you hope… [Continue Reading]
Great Elevator Pitch Tips!
November 16, 2009 By
When you talk about your business, or what you do, do people’s eyes glaze over? You know what I’m talking about. You’re at a conference . . . or one of those dreaded networking events . . . and you ask someone what he or she does or what their business is all about. Then,… [Continue Reading]
One IS The Loneliest Number!
November 10, 2009 By
The saying goes, “If you want to walk faster, go alone. If you want to walk farther, go together.” I read a lot of tweets and blogs from individuals that are certainly on the fast track — trying to make a name and a reputation quickly — and alone. I wonder how many of those… [Continue Reading]
Cut to the Quick – And the Dead!
September 29, 2009 By
In this economy, many companies are prone to cut, cut, cut… everything that’s not nailed down. As budget planning rolls around, many people will be totally budget driven, working from fear and not good business sense. While this may seem understandable, overlooking why you’re in business, whether you’re small, medium, super-sized, or for- or non-profit, is not…. [Continue Reading]
Pick Up Lines That Work
September 9, 2009 By
Whoa, made you look! Bet you thought you might really learn something good, huh? One of the key elements to writing emails that get read is capturing the readers’ attentions. Guys will open an email with this subject line because… well… because they’re guys. Women will open this email because they want to know just… [Continue Reading]
