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7 | Why templates are your BFF: How long does it typically take you to get a thank you out to a donor? And I’m not talking about the automatically generated tax receipt, I’m talking a genuine thank you. If you nonchalantly peeked over at your long list of thank you notes needing... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

13 min listen

3 | The content hack every Executive Director needs to raise more this year: Have you ever spent HOURS working on an email only to have no one respond to it? It’s not fun! It’s also not the best use of your time. In this episode, I dive into the 3 questions you need to ask yourself about the content you’re producing and... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

16 min listen

23 | What Systems You Need for Q4: The last quarter of the year is coming in fast and furious. Do you have the systems and strategies in place to keep you from losing your mind and being totally burned out come January? Today’s episode is all about walking you through the... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

13 min listen

11 | Why multitasking is bad for your organization: It is a myth that doing more than one task simultaneously is a productive use of time. In this episode, I dive into what it means to context switch (a new phrase I just learned) and what are some ways that you can reduce doing this so you can be more... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

21 min listen

1 | The 10 hacks you need to transform your productivity: Yes, my friends this is your year to organize, optimize and take your organization to the next level. Productivity is my jam and I love nothing more than finding new ways to simplify and systematize my business as well as the Executive Directors in my... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

11 min listen

5 | Why I started a podcast + my words for 2021: While picking a word of the year has been something I like to do, this year I went with 3 of them. And the 3rd one, SPEAK is how I ended up recording a podcast. Creating a podcast has been something I’ve wanted to do for years, but it just hasn’t... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

24 min listen

20 | How to Prioritize and Plan for Consistency: In today's episode, we’re going to talk all about the ins and outs of planning for consistency. Because consistency will take you SO MUCH FURTHER than aiming for perfection. No matter how much planning and prioritizing you do —no matter how... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

14 min listen

6 | Steal my systems: When you’re on the path to greatness, it’s important to get your systems working for you and not against you. Below are my recommendations based on what I use in my business and have used with organizations over the years: Donor Management... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

22 min listen

4 | Is your communication strategy too much?: Are you trying to do all the things? It’s ok, I’ve been there too! After a conversation with my pal Cindy Wagman of the Good Partnership during one of the bonus coaching sessions of The Productive Executive Director, I felt like the information we... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

10 min listen

2 | Is it time to redefine professionalism?: Who decided what is professional anyway? In this episode, I walk through my observations of last year and how it continued to reinforce that what has been deemed professional does not actually negate the good work being done every single day. ... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

12 min listen

27 | How to Create a New Donor Welcome Series: What do you do when a new donation comes in? How quickly do new donors hear from you? Find out how to create a new donor welcome series to take the weight off your shoulders and set your new donor relationship up for success. by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

29 min listen

12 | The best tips for managing your inbox: Have you all of a sudden looked up from your computer and realized you’ve spent all day in your inbox? This episode is all about the best hacks to managing your inbox. By setting healthy boundaries and only checking your email when you can be... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

14 min listen

9 | How to write an impact statement: Just about every Executive Director has been asked the question, “so what do you do?” There’s a lot of power in having a very clear and simple answer to that question. But unfortunately, what happens most often is that you dive into... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

8 min listen

41 | Raise More Together: What can you do TODAY to make sure you have a great year-end? I know it’s summer, and I know things like appeals, campaigns, and Giving Tuesday all seem like a year away. But the work you do now will create the foundation for a smooth... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

12 min listen

22 | Stop Ignoring Your $5 Donors: You say “every dollar counts” but do you mean it? Do you treat your small gift donors with the same care as your major donors? If you’re not focused on serving those $5 donors, you’re missing out on a huge opportunity. Listen to... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

13 min listen

33 | What’s an Annual Report and Do I Need One?: “Do I need an annual report?” Today, we’re going to talk about everything you need to know about annual reports—whether they’re required or not, and how to make them less of a snooze fest for your donors. In this episode,... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

18 min listen

10 | 4 things successful EDs have in common: So let me ask you, do you ever have those moments when you look at other organizations and think, “how does the ED have all their sh*t all together all the time?” If you’re nodding your head, then let me remind you that they definitely have had... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

11 min listen

8 | Asking is a form of stewardship: Your donors want to do a powerful thing and help the beneficiaries of your organization. Asking is a generous thing you can do to give them that opportunity. It is up to you to give your donors an opportunity to give. And, there is no better time than... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

11 min listen

14 | The 4 Steps to Overcome the Nonprofit Burnout Cycle: You constantly hear the buzzwords of burnout, self care and boundaries, but rarely are people talking about what it looks like when you’re deep in the burn out. I’m going there for today's episode. I get really personal about my experience with... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

24 min listen

15 | Why you need to learn to say no (like...yesterday): If you struggle to say no in your organization, then this episode is going to be an important one for you. I get it, you want to be known as dependable, capable, and as someone who has all their ish together. And saying “no” feels like you’re... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

10 min listen

32 | The Problem With Consistency + What to Choose Instead: Why do we put so much pressure on ourselves to be perfect? Is there something wrong with how we’re approaching consistency in our nonprofits? Listen to this episode to find out how to reframe your approach to work and why you need to be... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

16 min listen

16|The Mid-Year Checkup for Small Nonprofits: I don’t want to shock you, but you are half way through the year. Yes, we are already into the 2nd half of the year. If you feel like you’ve fallen behind with your goals or you need a game plan for the coming months, then this episode is for... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

11 min listen

17 | 6 Ways to Create Solid Relationships with First-Time Donors by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

15 min listen

18 | What to do when you need to reset and recharge: Remember in episode 13, the one where we deep-dive into burnout prevention (and I got REAL personal about my experience with burnout). This episode is a follow up because we are talking about the 7 self care strategies you can use to rest and... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

17 min listen

48 | Let's talk about campaigns: Is it marketing? Fundraising? A little bit of both? Campaigns. Love ‘em or hate ‘em, campaigns help you plan your communications and move people to take action. Tune into this episode to learn best practices and the most... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

20 min listen

24 | Why Retention Matters: Did you know 77% of first-time donors will NOT give to your organization next year? That means only 33% will stick around. Tune in to find out how to improve your donor retention and build a sustainable nonprofit. by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

13 min listen

13 | How to take control of your calendar for good: Your time is the most precious and valuable asset you have as an Executive Director and it’s easy to lose track of that time when you don’t have healthy boundaries around your calendar. In this episode, you will walk away with the... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

15 min listen

21 | My 4 Favorite Content Planning Tips: Did you know that you can repurpose your content on social media? If you’re an ED who’s spending way too much time figuring out what to post on social media, then this episode is for you. You’re tired of being the social media... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

14 min listen

30 | 2021 Year in Review + Reflecting on my Word of the Year: Have you ever chosen a word to guide your year? I’m hoping by sharing mine, you’ll feel inspired to do the same as we close out 2021 and start a new year. Listen to this episode for my year in review (and find out how your word of the... by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

28 min listen

25 | Getting Ahead of the Year-End Chaos: With all the chaos of your end of year campaign, I want to make things as easy as possible for you. Today’s episode is dedicated to managing the chaos and how to possibly get ahead of the game when it comes to your year-end giving plan. by Sprout Nonprofit | the podcast for small shop nonprofits

15 min listen

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