Author: Beth Wonson
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Increasing Board Engagement through the Strategic Plan
Is your nonprofit board struggling with disengagement, fundraising reluctance, or operational overreach? The solution might lie in recognizing which growth phase you’re in. I’ve helped dozens of organizations navigate the delicate transition from “working board” to “governing board.” Here’s how.
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Is Your Strategic Plan Collecting Dust?
Is your strategic plan collecting dust? For most leaders, the answer is yes. But what if your plan could be the ultimate tool for setting expectations, creating transparency, identifying resource gaps, and actually hitting your goals? Let me show you how to transform your strategic plan from forgotten document to powerful leadership asset.
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The Positive Empathy Revolution: How NCD Can Transform Your Workplace
Struggling to genuinely celebrate colleagues’ success? Discover positive empathy—your untapped superpower for workplace transformation. Unlike basic empathy, it creates stronger bonds by allowing us to share in others’ joy. Learn how Navigating Challenging Dialogue® creates the perfect conditions for positive empathy to flourish.
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Are We Brave Enough to Rethink Restricted Giving?
The current system forces nonprofits to constantly create new programs to attract funding rather than sustaining proven core programs. Making organizations jump through hoops with excessive reporting negatively impacts innovation, collaboration, and impact.Without specific spending timelines, leaders can be more thoughtful and intentional. And contrary to fears, 75% of recipients found Scott’s gifts actually enhanced…
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Opinions Causing Tension in Your Workplace?
Struggling with tough conversations at work? You’re not alone. Divisive opinions are making teamwork harder, and leaders are feeling the strain. But there’s a better way. I can show that using Navigating Challenging Dialogue (NCD) helps teams build trust, communicate effectively, and move past conflict.
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Beyond the Shiny: Reimagining Nonprofit Impact Messaging
Donors love the new and visible—think hospital lobbies over essential medical services. But as government funding fluctuates, nonprofits must rethink how they communicate their impact. This isn’t just about raising more money. It’s about shifting how we communicate impact to deepen donor commitment and sustain the work that matters most.
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From Fundraising to Fund Development: A Strategic Shift for Nonprofits
Tired of hearing “My board won’t fundraise” or “Staff doesn’t get that fundraising is everyone’s job”? You’re not alone. Many nonprofit leaders struggle with this. The key? Shift from fundraising (just asking for money) to fund development—a strategic, organization-wide approach that engages everyone.
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Conversations That Matter
Ever walked out of a strategy meeting wondering why you even showed up? You came prepared, ready to contribute—only to feel like your input didn’t matter. Too often, strategic planning feels like a scripted exercise where decisions are made before real conversations happen. That’s why I take a different approach: Facilitated Strategic Dialogue.
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How to Handle Being Passed Over for Promotion
Getting passed over for a promotion—especially when you have to work with the person who got the job—can be tough. It stings, and the instinct to walk away is real. But before making any big moves, consider this: how you handle this moment says a lot about your leadership.
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How Managers Can Support Internal Candidates—And Why It Matters
Applying to internal positions carries professional risk, and how rejections are handled matters. Without thoughtful communication, employees can lose trust, engagement, and even their desire to stay. What can managers do?