by Ephraim | Nov 25, 2025 | Board, communications
As I meet and speak with nonprofits, I always ask what their biggest pain points are. More and more the Board is mentioned as a friction point. Let’s start at the beginning: The Board gives their time, effort and know how to managing the organization and making sure...
by Ephraim | Jun 26, 2025 | Board, engagement, fundraising
Lemme open with one my nonprofit beliefs: Board members do NOT have to give a donation! I am against the whole “they have to give X amount” or a “give and get.” Policies like that mean that your organization automatically excludes people from joining and contributing...
by Ephraim | Aug 19, 2024 | Board, for-profit, leadership
After I was laid off, I decided to leave the nonprofit sector and try the for-profit sector. Specifically hi-tech. I had plenty of friends who worked in that sector and they were making great money. Working long hours for sure but at least the pay was great. I knew...
