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June 10, 2014

Who’s the Boss? The Board or the Executive?

Who’s the Boss? The Board or the Executive?

June 10, 2014February 15, 2024 Jan Masaoka

There is an abundance of advice for nonprofit boards and EDs that speaks to the advantages of “partnership” and “open communications.” But sometimes that advice just doesn’t feel like enough.

How Do You Count Employees… to Determine Which Laws Apply?

How Do You Count Employees… to Determine Which Laws Apply?

June 10, 2014January 23, 2024 Ellen Aldridge, J.D.

If your nonprofit’s employee count is anywhere near 50, you’re going to want get familiar with enforcement agency regulations.

The Very Good but Seriously Flawed Executive Director

The Very Good but Seriously Flawed Executive Director

June 10, 2014December 5, 2023 Jan Masaoka

No executive director has all gifts, and many are brilliant. But what about the nonprofit CEO who is terrific in some ways but whose strengths are matched with some troubling flaws as well?

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