Ep. 226: Nonprofits in the Chaos of 2025: What’s At Stake And How to Respond

46:27

What if challenging times are invitations to redefine what matters most? Michael Hyatt shares what helped him redefine success, and find a fulfilling way to live and lead.

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Ep. 226: Nonprofits in the Chaos of 2025: What’s At Stake And How to Respond 50:18

27 days ago50:18

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The nonprofit sector is under attack. But, there’s hope. In this episode, Glennda Testone and I talk with Amol Sinha about the unique harms facing nonprofits and how we can all take action to protect our missions.

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Ep 225: The Secret to Sustainability: Taking Care of Yourself as You Lead 49:09

6 weeks ago49:09

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Nonprofit leadership can be deeply meaningful—and deeply exhausting. In this powerful conversation, Glennda Testone and trauma specialist Mariam Habib explore what it takes to sustain yourself while serving others. From setting boundaries to building resilience, this episode is a roadmap for leading with purpose and preserving your well-being.…

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Ep 224: Fighting Loneliness In Remote Work with Dr. Tracy Brower 47:37

8 weeks ago47:37

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Work can be a source of joy and fulfillment—but only if we feel connected. In this episode, Dr. Tracy Brower unpacks why we’re feeling more isolated than ever—and what leaders can do to build workplaces where people actually feel like they belong.

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Ep 223: Activating Change: Fighting Ableism and Building Accessible Nonprofits 44:57

10 weeks ago44:57

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Disability is not a niche issue—it’s a reality for 60 million Americans. Yet, systemic bias and stereotypes continue to exclude people with disabilities from conversations about inclusion. In this episode, Nancy Smith of Activating Change shares practical steps nonprofits can take to build truly accessible and equitable spaces.…

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Ep 222: The Joys and Challenges of Leading A Small Nonprofit (with members of the Nonprofit Leadership Lab) 1:00:46

12 weeks ago1:00:46

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Three fearless nonprofit leaders share what drives them, how they navigate burnout, and the vision that keeps them going. Tomik Dash, Laura Carmichael, and Adrienne McCue are breaking barriers and sharing their stories that prove that small but mighty nonprofits are changing lives every day.

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Ep 221: Building Organizational Capacity For Rapid Response (with Deepa Iyer) 48:35

14 weeks ago48:35

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From the Atlanta spa shootings to ongoing challenges, Deepa Iyer highlights the critical need for infrastructure, relationship-building, and centering the voices of affected communities in times of crisis.

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Ep 220: 5 Strategies for Leading Nonprofits in 2025 27:25

16 weeks ago27:25

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Whether you’re grappling with turbulent times or striving for greater impact, these strategies will help you navigate 2025 with clarity and purpose. Join me for a conversation that will leave you inspired, equipped, and ready to take on the year ahead. Let’s buckle up and face this journey together.

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Ep 219: Simplifying Success: How Project Management Can Transform Nonprofit Leadership (with Christie Machorek) 45:04

18 weeks ago45:04

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Nonprofit leaders often feel overwhelmed by endless tasks, but project management guru, Christie Machorek, shares insights about how to transform chaos into clarity. With simple strategies like celebrating wins and debriefing after projects, she shows how to create systems that free up time to focus on what truly matters.…

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Ep. 218: 2024 In Review: A Heartfelt Reflection on Leadership and What Lies Ahead 39:47

20 weeks ago39:47

39:47

I sit down with Glennda Testone, CEO of the Nonprofit Leadership Lab, to unpack personal and professional lessons from 2024. Together, we discuss navigating change, embracing resilience, and how nonprofit leaders can strengthen their organizations for the challenges ahead.

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Ep 217: Why We Must Reframe The Narrative Around Gen Z 48:29

22 weeks ago48:29

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Bianca Anderson and Lamisa Mustafa join me in a conversation about shifting the stereotypes and misconceptions about Gen Z. Whether you're grappling with workforce challenges or striving to lead inclusively, this episode will equip you with insights and tools to turn generational differences into an asset.…

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Ep 216: Just Fund Me! (with Iara Peng) 45:19

24 weeks ago45:19

45:19

Iara Peng guest appears on the podcast to discuss redefining philanthropy, what her company Just Fund is doing to equalize and simplify giving, and the one word that moves money.

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Ep 215: The Worst Headline Just Hit The New York Times. Now What? (with Seth Chalmer) 48:20

26 weeks ago48:20

48:20

Seth Chalmer’s insights on crisis management will help you navigate today’s challenging social landscape as a nonprofit leader. This conversation gives tools to spark valuable conversations that can create clarity and confidence the next time your organization faces a hot-button topic and needs to respond.…

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Ep 214: Productive Conversations in Polarizing Conflicts (with Parisa Parsa) 48:32

28 weeks ago48:32

48:32

Nonprofit Leadership Lab CEO, Glennda Testone, and Parisa Parsa explore how nonprofit leaders can have productive conversations amidst polarization and division. Parisa shares practical strategies for addressing power dynamics and leading productive conversations across differences.

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Ep 213: Racial Dynamics in Nonprofit Fundraising (with Mikaela Levons + Jamila Hodge) 57:02

30 weeks ago57:02