Nonprofit Leadership Archives - Joan Garry Consulting https://joangarry.com/category/nonprofit-leadership/ Helping the Helpers Wed, 23 Apr 2025 13:23:33 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 https://joangarry.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/cropped-favico-2-32x32.png Nonprofit Leadership Archives - Joan Garry Consulting https://joangarry.com/category/nonprofit-leadership/ 32 32 yes Hosted by Joan Garry, the “Dear Abby” of the nonprofit world, Nonprofits Are Messy is a discussion of the most pressing issues faced by nonprofit leadership. Joan and her guests tackle topics like the overhead myth, the best way to run special events, how to make a big fundraising ask, board-staff relations, and so much more. At times hilarious, uplifting, and frustrating, the stories told in this podcast should feel very familiar to anybody working in a nonprofit today. <br /> <br /> Topics include fundraising, leadership development, building a great board, Executive Director / Board relations, communications and messaging, staff management, nonprofit career advice, crisis management, digital marketing, social media, and so much more.<br /> <br /> Listen to real stories of nonprofit leaders like you and how they handled the mess. Because the truth is, nonprofits ARE messy. There’s not enough money, too many cooks, and an abundance of passion. Leading nonprofits isn’t easy. This podcast will help. Joan Garry false Joan Garry crystal@nonprofitleadershiplab.com Joan Garry Consulting Joan Garry Consulting podcast Joan Garry: Nonprofit Leader and former Executive Director of GLAAD helps fellow CEOs, Boards and Board Chairs, Fundraisers, and Nonprofit Marketers Nonprofit Leadership Archives - Joan Garry Consulting https://joangarry.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Guest-Primary-Joan-Host-1-scaled.jpg https://joangarry.com/category/nonprofit-leadership/ TV-PG How to Give a Great Gala Speech During Very Dark Times https://joangarry.com/great-gala-speech-dark-times/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=great-gala-speech-dark-times Wed, 23 Apr 2025 13:23:33 +0000 https://joangarry.com/?p=597609 In a season when nonprofits are under pressure from all sides, your gala speech is more than just a formality—it’s a moment of leadership. Use your voice to educate, inspire, and call your audience to action when your organization needs it most.

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]]> I Was 39, Leading GLAAD. And Riddled with Imposter Syndrome https://joangarry.com/how-to-overcome-imposter-syndrome/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-overcome-imposter-syndrome Wed, 26 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +0000 https://joangarry.com/?p=597532 In the image above, I’m 39 years old. The photo was taken just before my first day at GLAAD where I accepted a position as the Executive Director. I might look calm and confident, but that expression was a decoy. I was riddled on the inside with imposter syndrome. WHAT IS IMPOSTER SYNDROME? Dorothy and ...

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]]> A Dolly Parton Party Reminded Me Why Community Matters https://joangarry.com/dolly-parton-community-matters/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dolly-parton-community-matters Wed, 12 Mar 2025 15:45:00 +0000 https://joangarry.com/?p=597452 The world feels heavy right now, and shutting down is tempting—but it’s not the answer. Glennda Testone shares what she recently discovered as the antidote to fuel ourselves and our leadership: community.

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]]> Navigating Uncertainty with Bold, Strategic Vision https://joangarry.com/navigating-uncertainty-with-bold-strategic-vision/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=navigating-uncertainty-with-bold-strategic-vision Wed, 26 Feb 2025 06:39:00 +0000 https://joangarry.com/?p=597392 I’m guessing that many of you feel like your pants are on fire. The path ahead is uncertain, and for some organizations, the future is quite scary.  Maybe you are heavily reliant on government funding. Maybe the population you serve is—and has every right to be—terrified. Oh, and the board is on this scary roller ...

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]]> Managing Change Like A Leader https://joangarry.com/managing-change-like-a-leader/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=managing-change-like-a-leader Wed, 12 Feb 2025 14:23:16 +0000 https://joangarry.com/?p=597285 Navigating a leadership transition can be challenging, but with the right mindset and strategies, it can also be an opportunity for growth. This post explores three key ingredients for a successful transition. Whether you're leading a new organization or adapting to significant change, these insights will help you thrive.

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]]> Steering Through the Storm: You’re Not Alone https://joangarry.com/steering-through-storm-of-2025/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=steering-through-storm-of-2025 Wed, 15 Jan 2025 08:20:00 +0000 https://joangarry.com/?p=597245 Discover key strategies and resources for nonprofit leaders to navigate the uncertainty of 2025. From embracing tough conversations to staying informed and strengthening leadership, I offer actionable tips to help you thrive in turbulent times.

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]]> How To Build Authentic Relationships Electronically https://joangarry.com/how-to-build-authentic-relationships-electronically/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-build-authentic-relationships-electronically Thu, 02 Jan 2025 12:55:00 +0000 https://joangarry.com/?p=597151 I’ve spent over a decade nurturing a meaningful friendship with Beth Kanter, entirely through electronic communication, proving that authentic connections can thrive in the digital world. In this piece, I share strategies for building and sustaining impactful relationships electronically, with humor, intention, and a touch of creativity.

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]]> Eyes Wide Open: A Look Ahead to 2025 https://joangarry.com/10-strategic-recommendations-for-nonprofit-leaders-in-2025/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=10-strategic-recommendations-for-nonprofit-leaders-in-2025 Wed, 18 Dec 2024 14:36:23 +0000 https://joangarry.com/?p=597177 I’ve learned that the key to a meaningful year ahead is focus. Focus on what truly matters—your health, your family, your mission. Here are 10 recommendations for navigating the year ahead with clarity and purpose.

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]]> The Road to Refueling My Leadership Every 275 Miles https://joangarry.com/refueling-my-leadership-every-275-miles/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=refueling-my-leadership-every-275-miles Wed, 04 Dec 2024 14:00:13 +0000 https://joangarry.com/?p=597160 Nonprofit Leadership Lab CEO, Glennda Testone, reflects on how she found unexpected inspiration and deepened her leadership skills by participating in an annual 275-mile AIDS bike ride. She highlights the power of community, personal connection, and staying grounded in her "why” as key elements of refueling her leadership.

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]]> The Day After: Finding Balance https://joangarry.com/finding-balance-the-day-after-2024-election/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=finding-balance-the-day-after-2024-election Wed, 06 Nov 2024 21:50:11 +0000 https://joangarry.com/?p=597128 In this piece, I reflect on the 2024 election and the overwhelming sense of imbalance it triggered for me, personally and as a nonprofit leader. Through time spent with my family, my nonprofit community, and the right book, I rediscovered the importance of balance—not just in my life but as a crucial component for healing the polarization in our world, inspiring nonprofit leaders to bring balance and hope to our communities.

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