Archive for the ‘ Rank at Work ’ Category
My Fantasy Nonprofit Conference
Have you ever sat there, BORED OUT OF YOUR SKULL at yet another presenter who was just READING OFF THE POWERPOINT SLIDES and wondering where all of the smart, crazy, funny speakers were? Seriously. We’re colorful nonprofit professionals, not drab grey suited dorks. We need people to engage us.
Your Donors Trust You, But Do You Trust Your Donors?
So recently I was talking with a friend of mine about her new nonprofit job. “How’s it going?” I asked. “Oh I’m looking for new jobs every day!” she said. She’s never worked in nonprofits before. “What’s the deal?” I asked. “I went to sit with donors at this event, and my boss asked me [...]
Why do you hate your job? 3 Reasons
If you hate your job, here are three reasons why you might hate it, and what to do about it. Do you feel anonymous? If you feel like your manager doesn’t really care who you are as a human being, or care about your life, aspirations, or interests, then this could be one reason you [...]
What you don't know CAN hurt you.
Jamel Debbouze in Amelie
When I saw Amelie in 2001, I loved Jamel Debbouze’s character, Lucien. He overcame the barriers presented to him, and ended up running the fruit and vegetable stall where he had previously been abused and oppressed by the owner for being disabled and for being of a different race. It nearly made me cry, when he was being slapped by the manager. My emotional reaction was a hint that I needed to do something.
Top ten mistakes people make in fundraising
So are you: 0. Thinking that your nonprofit is looking out for you, and will reward all of your hard work with more money or respect or job titles? Think again. 1. Thinking fundraising is begging? It’s not. It’s relationship building. 2. Thinking that you should not get paid a living wage, nor should your [...]
18 Ways You Can Demand Dignity at Work
“To have a name is to be,” said Benoit Mandelbrot, the inventor of fractals. As “sexism” gained a foothold, men’s desire to avoid being labeled “sexist” caused them to modify their treatment of women. Likewise, the desire of perpetrators to avoid being labeled rankist will make them think twice about insulting the dignity of subordinates.
Are you listening? 7 tips for listening to nonprofit staff.
How can you show your respect and regard for someone? You can deeply listen to them. Often I think that a lot of what holds us back as a culture is that we are never taught to deeply listen to another person. Start in your home and at your nonprofit today, and model good listening [...]
Are YOU Fundraising in a Big Shop?
Because you’ve got so much support, you’re expected to perform miracles, even with a bad database, or a down economy. Or perhaps you feel pigeonholed into your role, with no chance to move up, or do new things.
How do you deal?
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