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Build a Board for the Digital Future

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podcast interview, my colleague Al Dea, Founder Edge of Work , explained this more contemporary attitude and positioning. Garth Jordan, CEO of the American Animal Hospital Association , talked about how that attitude aligns with the Board’s relationship with the executive director and the staff. “We’re

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How to Approach a Nonprofit Job Interview with a For-Profit Attitude (and Résumé)

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On top of that, those accustomed to a traditional corporate hierarchy structure and raise-and-review process aren’t always likely to find the same at a nonprofit. Have the right attitude. Why, then, do people move into the third sector? Get creative. One of the most valuable assets you can convey in a nonprofit interview is creativity.

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Are Marketing and Membership at Opposite Poles? Take the Journey to Collaboration

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Don’t tolerate hidden agendas, negative attitudes, or behavior that’s disruptive to the group. When you want to give validity and structure to ideas, put them in writing. You can set the stage for success by: Defining roles and responsibilities. Be clear about accountability. Fostering trust and transparency.

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8 Steps for Creating a Nonprofit Innovation Culture

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Showcase attitudes, actions, and qualities you want your team to mirror. Overcome Inertia Innovation can be stifled by thorough approval cycles, long hierarchical structures, and outdated attitudes, often prevalent in nonprofits. Collaboration: Working collaboratively is the only way to combine ideas and perspectives.

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Five Crucial Actions That Build Unity And Foster Performance

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Meet the demand for direct and intentional forays into the heart of power structures, forces, and accepted traditions. That structure became The Belonging Rules. This is a significant shift in the attitudes of the workforce. Listen without labels. Choose identity over purpose.

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Are Marketing and Membership at Opposite Poles? Take the Journey to Collaboration

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Don’t tolerate hidden agendas, negative attitudes, or behavior that’s disruptive to the group. When you want to give validity and structure to ideas, put them in writing. You can set the stage for success by: Defining roles and responsibilities. Be clear about accountability. Fostering trust and transparency.

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Stay the Course Through Changing Weather—Strategic Advice From Association CEOs 

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Does your governance structure help or hinder your progress towards goals? This attitude is vital to growth and keeps mature associations from stalling. Prioritize Value Stephanie Mercado, CAE, Executive Director, National Association for Healthcare Quality Make value the priority. Are you focusing sufficient attention on that area?

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