by Words Change Lives | Jan 29, 2025 | Fundraising
When I graduated from college and started my business… One of the first things I did was get my own company pens. I was thrilled that I could just go out and BUY “branded merch.” It made everything seem more official. Now, it takes a little more to get my attention....
by Words Change Lives | Jan 29, 2025 | Communication Skills
One of the worst things an employee can hear from their boss is this: “Keep up the good work!” What? Almost everyone loves to have their good work recognized. In fact, it’s essential to feeling valued at the workplace. But when it comes as part of an employee...
by Words Change Lives | Jan 29, 2025 | Interviewing
Bust Bias in Your Intervewing Once an interview is done, how do you evaluate the candidate? Here’s the WRONG way to do it: After one candidate is interviewed, the next one is judged against the first one. The third is judged against the second. And so on. By focusing...
by Words Change Lives | Jan 29, 2025 | Hiring Practices
It Takes Years for Employees to Hit Peak Productivity. Unless... Research shows it takes about two years for new hires to get up to speed with their new job. Even if they know the duties, they still need to learn how things are done at your NPO. Combine that with high...
by Words Change Lives | Jan 29, 2025 | Hiring Practices
Wondering how to attract better talent to your nonprofit? It starts with your job posting. The job posting is the first opportunity to establish trust. We’ve all heard stories of private sector job postings that demand 10 years of experience in software that’s only...
by Words Change Lives | Jan 29, 2025 | Communication Skills
Intentionality is key in communication. Yet, in such a busy world… It’s easy to speak before you REALLY know what you want to say. That can cause misunderstandings and poison relationships. Picture this: You spend hours making a delicious meal for someone… It comes...
by Words Change Lives | Jan 28, 2025 | Emotional Intelligence
In a world of precarity and corruption, it’s easy to focus on what’s wrong. After all, nonprofit professionals have to know what they’re up against. But there IS such a thing as too much. One rising star in public policy told me that scouring news headlines daily to...
by Words Change Lives | Jan 28, 2025 | Emotional Intelligence
Looking for a way to be more resilient in 2025? An attitude of gratitude is key. Research shows gratitude does wonders for mental health. It’s good for you, your colleagues, your donors, and your community. COLLEAGUES: Staff are more likely to stay when their efforts...
