Author Archives: Marina

Ready, Set, Go!

Welcome!  Seems like everyone has a blog these days.  So why add to an over-crowded world wide web? Why not?  I like to connect people and share helpful information, especially when time is short for more networking.  Here you will find … Continue reading

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6 Easy Ways Board Members Can Really Help

Easy and inexpensive ways for board members to support their nonprofits. Continue reading

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Practice “Good News Friday”

A simple, contagious habit to engage your board and lift up your staff. Continue reading

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Meetings, Conferences, and Roundtables

A significant part of an Executive Director’s job is “going to meetings.” Their absence from the office can leave those remaining wondering just what the ED does for a living. It’s not as glamorous as others might think… Continue reading

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“No Bad News Friday” Policy

Executive Directors deserve their weekends, too! This seemingly simple strategy encourages other staff to manage their information better and save the ED unnecessary weekend worries. Continue reading

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