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Being an effective leader isn’t about knowing everything. It’s about knowing when to bring in the right people at the right time with the right expertise. When it comes to HR, a great leader needs to understand workplace law and policies, but they don’t need to bear the responsibility of…

When it comes to engaging donors for the best outcome, relying on data and experience tends to lead us to default to what’s always worked before. But the world is changing fast and with it, donor outlook, experience and behaviour. Donor needs, expectations, and experiences are more diverse than ever,…

Success isn’t as simple as having the right plan. It’s also about having the right people, with the right capabilities for the job. Reviewing team structures, aligning with strategic goals, and setting clear metrics is only the start. To really deliver on your company’s goals, you need to assess what…

A concern with traditional recruitment processes is that they often unintentionally filter out capable candidates. Many well-meaning practices used in recruitment create barriers for those underrepresented in the workplace: think First Nations peoples, neurodiverse candidates, people with disabilities, or those from different cultural backgrounds. By re-examining each stage of the…

In the nonprofit sector, the relationship between the board and fundraising team is one of the strongest predictors of a successful fundraising strategy. Research from JBWere, Fundraising Institute Australia, and BoardSource (USA) confirms that effective nonprofit boards-those that are informed, engaged and aligned with fundraising-drive greater mission impact. Yet, too…