Top Nonprofits

Jonathan Fanning on Emotional Intelligence and Nonprofit Leadership

In this episode, we talk to Jonathan Fanning, dynamic speaker, leadership development expert, author, entrepreneur...and featured speaker at AFP NJ's 36th Annual Conference on Philanthropy on November 10, 2016.

In our conversation, Jonathan shares his thoughts on how nonprofits can help cultivate the leaders of tomorrow.

Donor Loyalty, Content, and Data

Rich Dietz, cofounder of WPCause and nonprofit expert stops by to geek out over data and share findings of the recent Donor Loyalty study conducted by Abila

Nonprofit Salary Survey Report Findings

In this installment of Top Nonprofits' Podcast, Amy DeVita talks with PNP Staffing Group's President and CEO, Gayle Brandel and Director of Special Projects, Robert F. Duvall upon the release of their 2016 Nonprofit Salary Survey Report.  

Take a listen and find out more about:

• the nonprofit job market
• the health of the sector
• growing trends in culture
• benefits most in-demand
• skills most in-demand

How to Command a Room: Becoming a Polished Presenter

Today we're joined by renowned communications expert and public speaking coach, Ruth Sherman. She shares some useful tips that can be applied to our work at nonprofits.

How to LOVE Using Google Drive for Your Nonprofit's Editorial Calendar

This month’s Top Non-Profits podcast is all about Google Drive. We discuss how to leverage the powerful tools found within Google’s cloud based suite of tools (including Google spreadsheet, document and calendar) to make your organization’s content strategy shine!

Results of The Nonprofit Sector Leadership Report

A conversation with Marc Pitman about the findings of Concord Leadership Group's Report.

“Nonprofit leaders often are surprised by the conflicting pressures on their time,” says Marc A. Pitman, CEO of Concord Leadership Group. “They tell us they feel they’re ‘building the bridge as they walk across it.’ We wanted to test their assumptions and get a snapshot of the state of leadership in the sector.

“Surprisingly, the data shows many nonprofits really are flying by the seat of their pants,” Pitman says. “The data also indicates some ways to stabilize their organizations.”

For your free download of the entire report, go to: http://concordleadershipgroup.com/report/

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Nonprofit Accounting: 10 Minutes with the Controller of Ducks Unlimited

Top Nonprofits' mission is to learn from the best organizations and leaders. Today we had a chat with Bob Mims, the Controller and Director of Investments at Ducks Unlimited. 

Bob offers useful advice regarding professional development as well as how collaboration between fundraising and accounting can advance a cause. 

Take a listen!

Dennis C. Miller tells us about his new book: From Moppin' to CEO

Dennis C. Miller is known for a lot of great work and accomplishments, but not many know of the struggles he faced as a young man. In his new book, he shares his story and hopes it inspires many to choose a life of success and happiness.

What's Pop Culture Got To Do With It?

In our latest segment, Emily Goodstein tackles the topic of Pop Culture tie-ins for nonprofits. How can your organization capitalize on a popular topic to help gain awareness? 

Take a listen to find out!

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How Nonprofits Can Get the Most from Their Technology Vendor

On this month’s episode of the Top Nonprofits Podcast, I (Emily Goodstein) leverage my experience as both a former software company staffer and non-profit employee to tackle this delicate topic.  Listen in and find out:

• Why shopping around, comparing your options and clearly determining your needs is so important... before you sign a contract

• Tips on how to make your reference research most effective (hint: the references that are provided by a specific company aren’t the only ones you need)

• What to share (and how to share it) with the staff at your software vendor for the most beneficial relationship

• Why regular meetings with your designated points of contact are so important

• Who to call in emergencies and non-emergencies and how to tell the two apart

• Which in person events are useful to attend and why (and how to get financial assistance to attend them)

• How to leverage online resources such as message boards to enhance your use of a specific software platform

I know what you’re thinking.  Will you really miss that much if you don’t take the time to nurture these types of relationship?  Yup!  Take a listen and find out...