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Imagine stepping into a leadership role with an overwhelming inbox and the task of transforming not just your job but an entire organization. That's exactly what Colleen Shaughnessy faced on her first day as Executive Director of Youth Heartline in Taos, New Mexico.

In this episode, Colleen shares her journey with Nathan, going from being a team member to leading the organization, unraveling the complexities of her new role with honesty and insight. She reveals how she tackled a number of incredible challenges, the strategic moves she made to shift from peer to leader, and the emotional roller coaster that accompanied her transition. Colleen's story unfolds with lessons in patience, intuition, and the power of relationships. She discusses her evolution in fundraising, transforming from a hesitant beginner to a confident advocate for her cause.

Listen as Colleen's experiences offer a roadmap for personal growth and organizational change as a new Nonprofit Executive Director.

Colleen can be contacted at the following:

Colleen Shaughnessy
colleen@youthheartline.org
www.youthheartline.org

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The Hosts of The Practice of NonProfit Leadership:

Tim Barnes serves as the Executive Vice President of International Association for Refugees (IAFR)

Nathan Ruby serves as the Executive Director of Friends of the Children of Haiti (FOTCOH)

They can be reached at info@practicenpleader.com

All opinions and views expressed by the hosts are their own and do not necessarily represent those of their respective organizations.

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Ready to transform your nonprofit’s strategic planning?

This episode promises to equip you with practical advice on conducting an effective SWOT analysis, and shows you how even the smallest nonprofits can benefit from this robust but simple tool.

Tim and Nathan start the discussion with a fun word association game to ease into the key concepts of SWOT—Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats...followed by breaking down each area with real nonprofit examples.

Discover why dedicating time to strategic planning is critical and how to navigate common pitfalls without complicating the process.

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The Hosts of The Practice of NonProfit Leadership:

Tim Barnes serves as the Executive Vice President of International Association for Refugees (IAFR)

Nathan Ruby serves as the Executive Director of Friends of the Children of Haiti (FOTCOH)

They can be reached at info@practicenpleader.com

All opinions and views expressed by the hosts are their own and do not necessarily represent those of their respective organizations.

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How do you build a board that can truly drive your nonprofit's mission forward? Who do you need and how do you find them?

Tim and Nathan answer these questions and also provide practical tips and strategies for adding members to your board. Leveraging existing board members' networks, tapping into engaged donors and active volunteers, and maintaining community connections are all key tactics that are explored.

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The Hosts of The Practice of NonProfit Leadership:

Tim Barnes serves as the Executive Vice President of International Association for Refugees (IAFR)

Nathan Ruby serves as the Executive Director of Friends of the Children of Haiti (FOTCOH)

They can be reached at info@practicenpleader.com

All opinions and views expressed by the hosts are their own and do not necessarily represent those of their respective organizations.