Six elements that should not be overlooked when considering or vetting fundraising consulting partners.
Read MoreThe results of our actions create outcomes beyond our knowledge. Being mindful in our thoughts, words and behaviors yield positive outcomes both seen and unseen.
Read MoreHistory proves over and over again, in our nonprofit world, it is critical to be thinking strategically decades ahead.
Read MoreNonprofit work is too important not to attract the best people to lead those organizations and better serve the community. So why are we still debating adequate executive compensation?
Read MoreA trip to the dentist office unearthed the importance of caring about a customer. Why in business and life is it so important to understand and appreciate how to take care of others?
Read MoreWith Hallett Philanthropy in its third year, Randall has had time to reflect on company size and how that can impact client engagements. Read this blog to learn Randall’s perspective.
Read MoreIt’s no secret Taylor Swift is a successful musician. But, she’s also a brilliant businessperson. What is the economic impact of Taylor Swift’s recent tour, and how is she driving Super Bowl viewership? Read this blog to learn more.
Read MoreWhen interviewing a new employee, it can be tough to come up with questions that will allow you to get to know your interviewee and determine if they’re the right fit for your organization. Read this blog for Randall’s list of not so ordinary interview questions.
Read MoreIn this blog post, Randall wrestles with the give and take of executive clinical leadership and leaders within philanthropy. A CEO can’t replace philanthropy and vice versa. Read on to learn more.
Read MoreWhen is it time for an executive to leave an organization? When an executive makes themself more important than the organization, it’s time for them to go. In this blog, Randall explores how one organization, the NRA, let an executive stay on board after this happened. Read on to learn more.
Read MoreWhat happens when businesses become so large and arrogant that they can control market forces? Amazon is one such example. Read this blog for Randall’s take on arrogance in business.
Read MoreStates are beginning to pass new privacy laws, which could impact how your organization collects and uses data. What do you need to know about these laws, and how might they impact your organization? Read this blog to learn more.
Read MoreHow is the credit crunch impacting nonprofits? Nonprofits are businesses too, and banks treat them the same way they treat for-profit businesses. Read this blog for tips to manage your nonprofit when it comes to seeking credit.
Read MoreFor the last several years we have been told technology will save the day, and that it will solve all our problems. While many solutions have proven helpful in nonprofit work, there is no technology that can take the place of the relationship-building that is so critical in this line of work. Read this blog for more of Randall’s thoughts on this topic.
Read MoreWe are seeing a lot of news lately of layoffs. There will likely be more throughout 2023. In some cases there seems to be no rhyme or reason as to how individuals were laid off - it is simply to get to a budget number. How can you prepare for a potential layoff? Read this blog for Randall’s thoughts on the topic.
Read MoreMore than ever, nonprofit employees are focusing on their retirement. Contributions to retirement accounts are up - from employees and employers. What might this mean for you? Are you in control of your retirement? Read more now.
Read MoreCurrent market conditions, rumblings about the financial state of healthcare institutions, and a decrease in students at smaller universities are all factors that could indicate stress on the economy. In this blog, Randall discusses his thoughts on what might be heading our way, and why.
Read MoreEvery business has competitors. Competition is what makes us better. But, what happens when you have an adversarial relationship? What does that mean for your organization? Read this blog to understand how to deal with competitors and adversaries.
Read MoreHow are increasing postal rates impacting your business? For nonprofits, the impact is huge. Nonprofits are finding it more expensive than ever to send mailings to donors. Will these rates make it more difficult to donate moving forward? What digital strategies are in place for nonprofits to receive donations? Read this blog for Randall’s thoughts.
Read MoreSome people - and organizations - are title-focused. I am not, and never have been. In this blog, I discuss why I don’t hang my hat on titles. Give this a read and you will understand a bit more about me, and why I am not a fan of titles in the workplace.
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