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Fulcrum Nonprofit Leadership exists to help nonprofit leaders become more successful so leaders are better able to thrive and improve our world. This desire to serve leaders extends beyond our members to all nonprofit leaders by providing complimentary tools and resources that are most relevant to leaders.
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Leaders in this sector face a dual imperative: fostering psychological safety and well-being for staff while ensuring accountability and meeting high performance expectations. This white paper explores this dynamic.
This book combines research-based theories of self-development and an interactive self-assessment, self-coaching questions and resources to help readers become their own best coach.
FREE: This white paper explores the essential yet often overlooked nonprofit leadership skills, including emotional intelligence, resilience, cultural competence, innovative thinking, and more.
This white paper highlights the importance of resilience and adaptability, focusing on two key components: Handling Setbacks and Flexibility. It provides practical examples and actionable steps to help nonprofit leaders strengthen their capacity to lead effectively under pressure.
This paper explores the vital role of EI, focusing on two key dimensions: Understanding and Managing Emotions and Empathy. We highlight how these competencies empower leaders to build strong relationships, inspire teams, and advance mission-driven goals, offering practical examples for immediate implementation.
For a nonprofit CEO or another nonprofit leader, the way they articulate the organization’s mission, values, and goals can significantly impact their ability to inspire, build trust, advocate, fundraise, and lead.
This white paper explores the important role of the CEO in driving an effective strategic planning process, focusing on key responsibilities, leadership qualities, and practical steps to ensure that strategic planning efforts are aligned with the organization’s mission and long-term success.
This white paper explores the key reasons why writing a comprehensive and accurate job description or SOP for a nonprofit CEO is particularly difficult, and it provides insights into the unique nature of this leadership role.
This white paper explores the current state of professional development in the nonprofit sector, supported by evidence that highlights its challenges and opportunities for improvement.
This white paper explores the principles, strategies, and steps necessary for nonprofit organizations to cultivate a sustainable culture of philanthropy that authentically connects with stakeholders and supports long-term success.
The Five Tool Fundraiser ™ is a tested and proven framework for understanding the characteristics of the best and most successful development professionals in the nonprofit and fundraising industries and provides a more thoughtful and strategic approach to understanding the work of the development professional.
With Self Less, Len Jessup shares an engaging first-person narrative detailing how his origins, beliefs, adversity, impact, and legacy shaped him into a selfless leader devoted to helping transform organizations. Beginning with childhood experiences and ancestral influences that imprinted a drive to serve others, Jessup recounts critical mentors and moments that built his confidence, reinforced core values, and motivated him toward continual growth.
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365 Nonprofit Leadership Lessons
#39 In the dynamic nonprofit sector, executives must be adaptable and responsive to changing circumstances.
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365 Nonprofit Leadership Lessons
#38 Nonprofits exist to serve a specific mission, and it is the nonprofit leader’s responsibility to keep the organization focused on that mission.
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365 Nonprofit Leadership Lessons
#37 Executives must ensure that the organization complies with all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to fundraising, governance, and financial reporting.
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365 Nonprofit Leadership Lessons
#36 Nonprofit executives are responsible for managing donor funds and other resources with care and prudence.
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365 Nonprofit Leadership Lessons
#35 A nonprofit's reputation is one of its most valuable assets.
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365 Nonprofit Leadership Lessons
#34 Self-regulation is a cornerstone of effective leadership for nonprofit executives. In a sector where reputation, trust, and ethical behavior are paramount, self-regulation enables nonprofit executives to lead with integrity, build strong relationships with stakeholders, and navigate the complex challenges they face.
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365 Nonprofit Leadership Lessons #33
Nonprofit executives set the tone for the entire organization.
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365 Nonprofit Leadership Lessons
#32 Writing a job description or standard operating procedure for a nonprofit CEO is challenging due to the role's complexity, the need for adaptability, and the emphasis on mission-driven leadership. The CEO's responsibilities are broad, often evolving, and involve a mix of strategic vision, operational management, and relationship-building. These factors make it difficult to capture the full scope of the role in a static document, requiring a more nuanced and flexible approach.
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365 Nonprofit Leadership Lessons
#31 Taking a proactive and comprehensive approach to risk management, nonprofit leaders safeguard their organizations against potential threats, ensuring they continue to fulfill their missions effectively.
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365 Nonprofit Leadership Lessons
#30 Trust in your leadership and trust in your organization is crucial for long-term support and credibility.
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365 Nonprofit Leadership Lessons
#29 Clear, honest, and transparent communication helps build trust with stakeholders, including donors, partners, staff, volunteers, and the communities you serve.
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365 Nonprofit Leadership Lessons
#28 A compelling vision articulated well can energize people and rally them around your cause.
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