Have you ever struggled with strategic planning? Do you find it challenging to bring people along in the process? In this episode of the Small Nonprofit Podcast, I talk with Carol Hamilton, Principal of Grace Social Sector Consulting, about the importance of strategic planning in today's changing world. Carol discusses how to involve all stakeholders in the process, what to do when things get off track, and how to integrate the plan into your day-to-day practices.

Often we take government funding for granted. Or, we treat it like an impenetrable black box that’s a mystery so we write our applications and cross our fingers. Today, we’re joined by Jesse Clarke, CEO of JN Clarke Consulting who shares insider tips on how to form successful relationships with government partners to secure new funding, keep the existing funds rolling in, and have champions at the decision making table.

On today’s episode I’m joined by Erin Allgood, a social impact strategist from Allgood Strategies, to discuss the detrimental effects of micromanagement in organizations. She delves into the reasons behind micromanaging tendencies, the impact of remote work, and explore effective strategies for delegating tasks. So, whether you're a leader looking to break free from micromanagement or an employee seeking autonomy, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

Today's digital world demands an impactful online presence. In the era where a website is your business card and more, do you know how to leverage it for your small nonprofit organization? In this episode of the Small Nonprofit Podcast, David Pisarek, founder and CEO of Wow Digital, dive into the critical aspects of websites and digital marketing. Discover how your organization can improve its online presence, foster engagement, and attract more donations.

Do you ever find yourself questioning whether your message was clear or if you expressed your thoughts effectively? If so, this episode is for you. Tune in as Erica Barnhart, the CEO of Claxon, delves into the art of communication. Discover the significant impact of effective communication on both your personal and professional life, and learn how to inspire and mobilize the people around you.

The very first season of The Small Nonprofit is coming to a close and we’ve rounded up all of our guests for a very special episode!

There is a huge emphasis on growth for all nonprofits, but especially small ones. It’s almost an obsession. How do we grow more? How do we raise more money? What happens if we don’t grow this year?

What does the future of work look like? Is it already here? How do we equip our organizations to meet the changing workplace? What do we need to do today?

These are all questions that Anil Patel, co-founder of Timeraiser and GrantBook asked himself when he started his year-long sabbatical to research the future of work.

As he nears the end of his research, he joined us on the podcast to talk about his findings.

This week Geraldine Cahill, co-author of Social Innovation Generation and past manager of programs and partnerships at Social Innovation Generation National (SiG), shares how you can think about social innovation in a way that impacts your organization’s day-to-day work AND how you think about changing the world.

We often hear about how important it is to increase diversity and inclusion initiatives, but how can we bring about a safer, more comfortable place for everyone to work?

In the case of Adil Dhalla, the executive director of the Centre for Social Innovation (CSI) in Toronto, the quest for a diverse and inclusive environment is an on-going journey that starts with a self-reflection.

Go beyond the buzzwords to build a foundational understanding of an anti-oppression framework and how it applies to your organization and its mission. In this episode with Rania El Mugammar, an anti-oppression educator, learn how to understand power dynamics, oppression and liberation.