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Embracing partnership: A promising paradigm for nonprofit governance 

Candid

Traditionally, nonprofit governance has been perceived through a hierarchical lens, with board members primarily overseeing and guiding the organization’s direction while staff execute the operational tasks. My experience with Candid reinforced the notion that the best work gets done when the board and staff collaborate closely.

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Soft Skills Support Hard Leadership Challenges

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Providing personal support, fosters a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and transparency.” I was eager to hear Sue’s ideas about the importance of focusing the board on qualities like empathy, self-knowledge, and strong social skills to build a productive environment. An open mind and a collaborative spirit are also important.

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Build a Successful Team, Know Where Your People Thrive

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Sue” was tapped to head the department because of her knowledge of the current AMS and her passion for, and scrupulous maintenance of, the data. She was so protective of “her” data that she had trouble inviting anyone who she deemed less knowledgeable into the conversation. Here’s an illustration of this idea from my experience.

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Nonprofit Board Dynamics: A Guide for Executive Directors

Bloomerang

As an Executive Director, you know that the heart of your nonprofit isn’t just your cause—it’s also the people who govern and guide it. You can tap into this diversity to create a collaborative environment. Assign roles that play to each member’s strengths and facilitate open, continuous communication.

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Top 5 Reasons Tech Team Augmentation is Necessary for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Brian Greenwald , Nonprofit Superfan at Generate_Impact – a human-centered technology services company focused solely on celebrating and serving humanitarian, social impact and sustainability organizations and causes. First of all, what is “Tech Team Augmentation”? Not exactly a term that rolls off the tongue.

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Flat, Tall, or In Between—Is It Time to Evaluate Your Organizational Structure?

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We all understand that technology has changed business. Initiatives are undermined by silos, turf wars, and poor collaboration. Collaboration among business units is facilitated and encouraged. Updating roles is a good place to begin promoting the flow of knowledge, ideas, and information across your association.

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Mastering Nonprofit Board Recruitment: A Strategic Guide for Executive Directors

Bloomerang

Here’s a detailed breakdown of critical steps to prepare: Understand organizational goals and governance needs: Begin by peering into the core of your organization. Equip your new board members with the knowledge, resources, and connections they need to succeed from day one. Foster a collaborative culture. Your challenges?