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The Practice of Nonprofit Leadership was designed for Executive Directors of small to medium sized nonprofits. If you are currently an Executive Director or hope to be one someday this is your spot. Leading an organization can be one of the most fun, exhilarating, rewarding, scary, thankless jobs in the universe. Using a mixture of encouragement, information, stories, and practical tools, hosts Tim Barnes and Nathan Ruby will use their years of nonprofit leadership experience to make your jo ...
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Join us as we celebrate the life and work of Mr. Robert "Bob" Ross. Checkout Nathan and Justin's Music Here: https://judystruckstop.bandcamp.com/ Twitter: @Bob_ThangPod Email: nothinbutabobthang@gmail.com Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nothing-but-a-bob-thang/support
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The Artelligence Podcast presented by LiveArt unpacks the mysteries of the global art market through interviews with collectors, dealers, auction house specialists, lawyers, art advisors, and the myriad individuals who make the art market a beguiling mixture of sublime beauty and commercial acumen.
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Send us a text A contentious national election can bring challenges to many aspects of leading a nonprofit...not the least the fundraising side. How should a nonprofit leader handle political conversations with staff, board members, and donors? How does fundraising change during this season? At what level should a nonprofit engage in public politic…
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Send us a text Imagine you're cruising along on a road trip when suddenly you're face-to-face with a roadblock. What now? Turn right, turn left, or hear your GPS say "recalculating"? Same thing happens when leading a nonprofit organization. Roadblocks pop up that hinder our progress, reaching our goals, and/or fulfilling our mission. What do we do?…
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Send us a text Could a simple phone call or face-to-face meeting revolutionize your mid-year fundraising success? In this episode of The Practice of Nonprofit Leadership, Tim and Nathan unpack the critical steps to personally engage with top donors and re-engage those who may have fallen off the radar. Learn how to carefully review your donor lists…
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Send us a text Discover the power of knowing what each donor brings to your nonprofit's table over the long haul. We're unlocking the secrets to calculating the lifetime value of a donor, and why this number is a game changer for your strategic planning and sustained funding. With every monthly donation, be it a humble $30 or more, Nathan will show…
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Send us a text A recent survey states that a large number of nonprofits have open positions that they cannot fill with qualified candidates. As the Executive Director, could the answer be to recruit your spouse to fill one of those open positions? What might be the pros and cons, when considering this possibility? Listen in, as Tim and Nathan dive …
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Send us a text Many things in our organization and world feel like they are out of our control. As much as we try, control is not something we can often exercise. But when it comes to our leadership as nonprofit executive directors, there are a few things we can and should exercise control. These areas are: - My Attitude - My Skillset - My Prioriti…
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Send us a text In this episode, we dive into four simple questions you can ask yourself to determine if your organization is ready to consider a capital campaign. Project: Do I have a project that aligns with the reasons people donate: to save or transform lives? We touch on common project types, including new construction, renovations, and expensi…
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Send us a text As a small to medium nonprofit with a small budget, it seems like a good call to try to do things yourself or with the help of volunteers. But are there areas where it actually makes more sense and provides even better value, to hire a professional? We would say most definitely. One of those areas is nonprofit finances. On today's ep…
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In this, the second episode of their new show, Cory and Hub digress from their coverage of Champions and discuss the absolutely bonkers Silver Age gofers that is Action Comics #243. Digressions include: Super Lion's surprising pathos, burying scary media in your yard, 18th century fashion, and a bunch of other nonsense!…
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Send us a text Ever find yourself intrigued by the potential of artificial intelligence to transform the way we connect with donors and enhance our fundraising efforts? In this episode, Nathan discusses three ways that AI can help improve fundraising efforts: Automate Everyday Tasks: AI is all about simplifying tasks, not complicating them. For ins…
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Send us a text Whether it’s in person, on line, or someone driving into your parking lot. People make a decision about you and your organization in mere seconds. If they have a negative impression of you or the organization it is incredibly difficult to change their mind later. First impressions matter. In today's episode, Nathan discussed the impo…
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Send us a text On this episode, Tim and Nathan chat about the best ways small nonprofits can leverage online giving. Some of the tips that they share are: - How to make your donation button impossible to miss and super easy to use. - The importance of a seamless, secure payment process. - Why it's crucial to ensure your donation page is mobile-frie…
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Send us a text Effective leaders aren't always perfect leaders. What often makes them effective is that they take action consistently and with commitment. No matter whether your organization is big or small, consistent action is the key. On today's episode, Tim identifies 5 key actions that every nonprofit executive director should be taking that r…
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Send us a text "Nobody likes direct mail anymore….sending a direct mail appeal just isn’t going to work." But according to a 2021 study by the Print and Mail Communications Association direct mail has an impressive open rate of 42.2%. Direct mail is still a valuable tool in your tool box for fundraising. Today we are going to go over a simple templ…
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Send us a text Fundraising and making Chili are a lot alike. There is no one way to make chili or to fundraise. But in both cases, having the right ingredients to get started is very important. On today's episode, Tim and Nathan share four key ingredients every nonprofit needs before they can maximize their fundraising. And they explore how to get …
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Send us a text From national to local, one of the most challenging seasons of a nonprofit executive director is leading your organization during a contentious election year. An even greater challenge is when the mission of your organization becomes a significant issue in the political dialogue. On today's episode, Tim and Nathan provide some key ac…
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Send us a text So what do you do when you have to tell your Board that you fell short of your fundraising goal? Communicating bad news to your Board can be tough, especially when it concerns finances. But as an Executive Director, it's part of the job. On today's episode, Tim and Nathan guide you through the sensitive process of delivering less-tha…
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Join us as we stand mouths agape, toes exposed at Bob's "Mountain Splendor" on this episode of Nothing But A Bob Thang! Episode Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GhOGZMpPUSE Our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NothingButABobThang --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nothing-but-a-bob-thang/support…
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Send us a text With this 2024 Kickoff episode, Season 4 of the Practice of Nonprofit Leadership begins! And what better way to begin then with Tim and Nathan revealing their Three Words for 2024. The concept of Three Words is to select words that will serve as a compass for the year. These words help to direct the individuals focus and energy and a…
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Join us as we get real "mancho" in the warm colors of Bob's Barn At Sunset on this episode of Nothing But A Bob Thang! Nathan's latest album: https://open.spotify.com/album/77cOtx2FD3mIUcZTRx6aQK?si=3cVHHJrwQLOm3yXgRVoCKw Justin's latest album: https://open.spotify.com/album/0jO0czHeHxLGPrEafCe0HH?si=GA9C391MTb2gF3ZTgaeAAA Send us your Thomas Kinka…
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Send us a text As one year comes to a close and a new year is on the horizon, how should a nonprofit leader prepare for what lies ahead? On today's episode, Tim and Nathan share some of the questions and strategies they use to prepare for a new year. The questions lead them to take a look back and then to look forward. The questions include celebra…
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Send us a text Another year is quickly coming to an end. As preparations are being made for a new year, taking time to review the past year is an important habit to develop. A key question to ask is, "How did my leadership measure up this year?" On today's episode, Tim and Nathan discuss four key areas to consider when reviewing your leadership thi…
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Send us a text Most job descriptions for Executive Directors, contain at least one bullet point that focuses on them representing, connecting, and being visible in the community. How important is this for the organization? On today's episode, Nathan explores several points that should be considered when planning this in your schedule. What are the …
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Send us a text Ready to demystify the world of fundraising metrics? Nathan spends time googling "Fundraising Metrics"; Tim...not so much. But they both know the importance and the cautions with using specific metrics when tracking nonprofit fundraising. On today's episode, Nathan walks us through four key fundraising metrics (Gift Size, Number of N…
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Send us a text Have you ever noticed how the simplest 'thank you' can light up your day? On today's episode, Tim and Nathan discuss how gratitude can transform your non-profit organization's culture and amplify your leadership, including the impact on the mental well-being of non-profit leaders, despite the challenges they face. Speaking from exper…
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Join us as we journey through Bob's duct tape ladened Evergreens At Sunset on this episode of Nothing But A Bob Thang! Recommended Bob Episodes Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjRp7RFBY5wE6TE3dQhP2TMxlcmWCn5GJ&si=s0AWVueLi3Ebeq-e Episode Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQPEy3hYGo8 You can also watch our stupid faces in video podc…
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Welp, that's a wrap on Titan Up the Defense! For our final episode, we take a look at Teen Titan Spotlight #21, featuring the original Teen Titan lineup. We talk about Woodstock, the 60's vs the 80's, Arsenic and Old Lace, and probably a bunch of other stuff that I don't remember. Thanks so much for listening, everybody! We love you. Enjoy! Enjoy!…
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Send us a text Ever feel like you're stumbling in the dark when it comes to budgeting for your non-profit organization? The thought of revenue planning and expense analysis might seem daunting, but it doesn't have to be. In part 2 of our focus on nonprofit budgeting, Tim and Nathan, are here to guide you through this financial labyrinth with clarit…
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