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Strategic Planning: Failures and Alternatives

Strategic Planning: Failures and Alternatives

February 19, 2011December 1, 2023 Jan Masaoka

When recessions happen, many nonprofits can’t move forward on strategic plans. Jan Masaoka explores what nonprofits can do instead.

In Defense of Strategic Planning: A Rebuttal

In Defense of Strategic Planning: A Rebuttal

March 12, 2011December 13, 2023 Mike Allison

Consultant Mike Allison provides a defense of strategic planning for the nonprofit sector in rebuttal to a prior Blue Avocado article.

Strategic Planning 101 for Nonprofits: Strengthen a Nonprofit’s Board-Executive Director Relationship

Strategic Planning 101 for Nonprofits: Strengthen a Nonprofit’s Board-Executive Director Relationship

November 19, 2020December 5, 2023 Jonathan Poisner

A step-by-step guide to refocusing the board-executive director relationship to better align with their nonprofit’s greater mission.

Making Nonprofit Strategic Planning (Relatively) Painless

Making Nonprofit Strategic Planning (Relatively) Painless

March 18, 2021December 13, 2023 Tanya Ishikawa

A nonprofit talks about how they accomplished a successful strategic planning process with as little pain — and as much gain — as possible.

Alternatives to Strategic Planning at Nonprofits

Alternatives to Strategic Planning at Nonprofits

March 14, 2011January 23, 2024 Jan Masaoka

By staking too much on strategic planning, nonprofits often neglect other tools for making decisions, moving organizations, or learning.

Yes, You Really Need One: Why Strategic Planning Matters and How to do it Better

Yes, You Really Need One: Why Strategic Planning Matters and How to do it Better

May 24, 2017October 4, 2024 Xan Blake

Four recommendations that will radically improve the strategic planning process at nonprofit organizations.

Matrix Map Part Two: The Strategic Imperatives

Matrix Map Part Two: The Strategic Imperatives

May 23, 2013January 24, 2024 Steve Zimmerman

Beyond helping nonprofit leaders understand the business model, the Matrix Map can help you strengthen it.

How to Implement Strategic Inquiry at Your Nonprofit in 5 Steps

How to Implement Strategic Inquiry at Your Nonprofit in 5 Steps

March 13, 2023January 23, 2024 Gail Rothman

Five steps nonprofits can take to implement strategic inquiry including building board support, listening to community, research, broadening networks, and sharing the journey.

Innovative Leadership — Culture Doesn’t Have to Eat Strategy: Tending to Human Factors During Strategic Planning

Innovative Leadership — Culture Doesn’t Have to Eat Strategy: Tending to Human Factors During Strategic Planning

November 5, 2024November 15, 2024 Tom Gardali  and  Jonathan Becker

A nonprofit strategic planning process that includes human factors that improves the chances of successfully implementing the plan.

Stance: The ED’s Role and Attitude in Strategic Planning

Stance: The ED’s Role and Attitude in Strategic Planning

May 7, 2012December 15, 2023 Jeanne Bell, MNA

An overlooked but crucial element in strategic planning is the attitude or stance that the executive director takes to the process.

Eight Strategic Mistakes with Memberships

Eight Strategic Mistakes with Memberships

March 22, 2010December 14, 2023 Ellis Robinson

Eight strategic errors nonprofit organizations often make that stand in the way of “smart growth” in their membership numbers.

Empowering Community Voices: The Strategic Advantage of Nonprofit Advisory Committees

Empowering Community Voices: The Strategic Advantage of Nonprofit Advisory Committees

January 23, 2024October 16, 2024 Shannon Rose

An inclusive and engaged advisory committee has the potential to increase the quality, reach, and overall impact of your nonprofit’s work on a consistent basis.

Deconstructing Nonprofit Sustainability

Deconstructing Nonprofit Sustainability

October 5, 2012December 1, 2023 Jan Masaoka, Jeanne Bell, MNA  and  Steve Zimmerman

Maybe in some mythic past it was possible to think first about strategic impact goals, and then about how to raise the money. But today we know better: you can’t talk about what you’re going to do without talking about how to get the money.

Five Signs Your Nonprofit is Ready to Reach a Bigger Community

Five Signs Your Nonprofit is Ready to Reach a Bigger Community

November 28, 2023December 21, 2023 Lauren Kobylarz  and  Danny Burke

Does your nonprofit consistently reach the same group? It may be time to consider expanding your marketing efforts to reach a wider audience.

Charting a New Course for Youth Engagement

Charting a New Course for Youth Engagement

December 12, 2023December 21, 2023 Gail Rothman

A blueprint for how using strategic inquiry can help your nonprofit better understand your community’s needs and provide key insights with the potential to help you innovate and better serve those who count on you.

The Matrix Map Approach Part One: How to Create the Matrix Map

The Matrix Map Approach Part One: How to Create the Matrix Map

March 25, 2013December 21, 2023 Steve Zimmerman

You may have heard of the Dual Bottom Line: the idea that strategic choices must serve both mission impact and financial viability. But how do you turn this idea into a quantitative decision-making tool?

How Nonprofits Can Return to In-Person Board Meetings and Retreats

How Nonprofits Can Return to In-Person Board Meetings and Retreats

May 20, 2021December 6, 2023 Eric Meade  and  Dr. Les Wallace

Explore these tips to have a safe and productive first in-person meeting with your board as the pandemic winds down.

7 Ideas to Build a Healthy Board Nominating Process

7 Ideas to Build a Healthy Board Nominating Process

July 18, 2022November 1, 2023 Rand E. Morgan

The nominating process is vital to creating a healthy and stable nonprofit. Use these tips to help you nominate engaged, strong board members for your organization.

Your Nonprofit’s Budget: A Window to Finding Your Priorities

Your Nonprofit’s Budget: A Window to Finding Your Priorities

April 3, 2024September 17, 2024 Dr. Timothy J. Powers

By careful examination of your nonprofit’s budget, you can gain insights into your organization’s true priorities.

Five Years and Growing: How One Nonprofit Built a Sustainable, Collaborative Mission

Five Years and Growing: How One Nonprofit Built a Sustainable, Collaborative Mission

August 6, 2024October 3, 2024 Vanessa Bright

An executive director shares the story of a nonprofit’s first five years, and her process of building sustainable nonprofit collaborations.

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    Strategic Planning 101 for Nonprofits: Strengthen a Nonprofit’s Board-Executive Director Relationship
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    Strategic Planning: Failures and Alternatives
    February 19, 2011
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    Innovative Leadership — Culture Doesn’t Have to Eat Strategy: Tending to Human Factors During Strategic Planning
    November 5, 2024
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    Empowering Community Voices: The Strategic Advantage of Nonprofit Advisory Committees
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    How to Implement Strategic Inquiry at Your Nonprofit in 5 Steps
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