Non-Profit Governance
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How to Find Great Nonprofit Board Members
An organization looking for new people to join its nonprofit board of directors should consider people who are already engaged in the organization or community. more...
Planning a Nonprofit Board Retreat
When simple board training is insufficient to address the more complex issues holding a board back, a board retreat may be the answer. Learn how to plan for success. more...
Can Nonprofit Board Training Fix Board Problems?
Nonprofit organizations looking to improve the effectiveness of a new, growing or dysfunctional board should consider desired outcomes before choosing a board program. more...
Building the Best Nonprofit Board of Directors
As an organization matures, the composition of the nonprofit board of directors can and should change. Today's board members must build the board of the future. more...
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Effectively Managing Board Conflict
By: Michele Dane
Conflict arises from poor communication and the occasional grab for power. Turning potentially ruinous situations into positive ones is key to nonprofit sustainability. more...
Optimal CEO and Board President Collaborations
By: Michele Dane
Nonprofit organizations depend on a collegial atmosphere between executive directors and their board presidents. Here are some suggestions for creating that environment. more...
Nonprofit Board President Job Description
By: Michele Dane
Presidents of not-for-profit organizations must accomplish key tasks to achieve the mission and vision of the agency and provide constituents with quality services. more...
Recalibrating Nonprofit Mission
Founders of a nonprofit may zealously cling to a nonprofits mission statement. To thrive or even survive, it may be time to revisit the mission statement. more...
Managing Disruptive Board Members
By: Michele Dane
Unruly directors can prevent nonprofit boards from achieving their goals. Intervening in a timely manner and employing certain strategies can help eliminate problems. more...
Job Descriptions for Nonprofit Board Members
By: Michele Dane
Understanding what is expected is key to the optimal functioning of a board of directors. Listing responsibilities aids in recruitment, orientation and smooth operations. more...
Selecting Optimal Non-Profit Board Members
By: Michele Dane
Nonprofit organizations depend on their board members for direction, advocacy, certain skill sets and securing needed resources. Choosing the right members is crucial. more...
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