Big Consultants Increasingly Turn to Nonprofit Clients
The growth in the number and complexity of nonprofits has spawned a range of new services from large management advisers.
By PENELOPE CAGNEY
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Companies Take Fresh Approaches to Solving Social Issues
Starbucks and Chipotle are taking unusual approaches to deal with problems facing the jobless and family farmers.
By Scott Henderson
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Tips on Coping With the Slow Recovery
Nonprofits should take steps to prove their value in these tough times and save every penny they can.
By Elizabeth Ortiz
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Using Social Media to Deepen Your Expertise
Twitter, Facebook, and other social media are excellent for promoting expertise, but consultants need a plan for how to use them and how to avoid information overload.
By CLAIRE PEI
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Who’s Really in Charge of Board Performance?
Executive directors are ultimately responsible for making sure their boards function effectively.
By RICK MOYERS
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10 Traits Nonprofits Need to Make Successful Financial Changes
When leaders display an entrepreneurial mind-set and board members are willing to take risks, the odds are better that a transformation will go well.
By Rebecca Thomas
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Nonprofit Trustees Urged to Get Involved in Public Policy
Board members need to speak out about how their organizations could be hurt by budget cuts, says a national charity advocate.
By Holly Hall
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What Trustees Should Know About Collaboration Options
If mergers aren’t attractive or feasible, other partnership arrangements can boost productivity and lower costs.
By Holly Hall
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Helping a Nonprofit Find Its Soul
Consultants need objectivity and independence as they help nonprofits spell out what their organizations stand for.
By Mark Haas
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Lessons in Working With Trustees
The most successful boards tell potential trustees exactly what skills they would use as members and hold special orientations for new board chairmen.
By Holly Hall
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