Strategic Plan Implementation

March 25, 2020
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9 Essential Elements of Managing in a Crisis for Nonprofits

What are the things all nonprofits should be doing right now during this crisis? One of the first things is to stay calm. Your members trust […]
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March 22, 2020
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Demonstrate Strength in Uncertain Times

By Bob Harris, CAE and Bill Pawlucy, CAE Now is the time to demonstrate strength, leadership and strategy.   Members expect to hear confidence and solutions from […]
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January 30, 2020
Published by William Pawlucy at January 30, 2020
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VECCS Executive Recruitment Opportunity

The Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Society (VECCS), with the support of Association Options, is recruiting and evaluating candidates for the position of Chief Executive Officer […]
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January 20, 2020
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Governance Flashcards

Bob Harris Governance Flashcards Governance is an essential element in every organization. Without good governance, there is an impasse when it comes to strategic planning, directing […]
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December 28, 2019
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Project Management Essentials for Project Success

A project is an activity with a specific goal in mind and a clear beginning and end. Unlike ongoing services and operations, a project will end, […]
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December 13, 2019
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Better Governance Kit 2020

Bob Harris, CAE Boards have been known to chase squirrels, hold rump sessions and disregard the strategic plan, rules of order and governing documents. Every board […]
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November 5, 2019
Published by William Pawlucy at November 5, 2019
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10 Things to Start and Stop Doing in 2020

“The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again, but expecting different results.” – Albert Einstein. We cannot continue to do what we have done […]
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July 13, 2019
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Toolkit: Committee Management

Committee Management Toolkit Bob Harris, CAE “Committees play an integral role in advancing the work of an association. Participation on a committee is a rewarding and […]
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July 13, 2019
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Toolkit: Strategic Planning

Strategic Planning Toolkit Bob Harris, CAE “A strategic plan serves as a roadmap for an organization. ‘Without a plan the board and staff may wander aimlessly […]
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July 13, 2019
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Toolkit: Policy Management

Policy Management Toolkit Bob Harris, CAE “Policies serve many purposes in an association. They represent the wisdom of the board of directors in interpreting the governing […]
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July 8, 2019
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Association CPR – Commitment, Performance and Results

In an association, CPR may restore life to an under-performing organization. In this case CPR represents a renewal of Commitment, Performance and Results.
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July 4, 2019
Published by Noah Pawlucy at July 4, 2019
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Leveraging Data for Better Board Decision Making

The opportunity is to leverage data and performance measures to objectively assess what is working and what is not in your association.
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July 1, 2019
Published by William Pawlucy at July 1, 2019
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Building a Dashboard for Performance – Metrics Your Board Might Want to See

“Directors should regularly ask at the board table, ‘How will we measure success on this project or event?’
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June 28, 2019
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The Most Common Board Questions

Written by Bob Harris, CAE Most Common Board Questions The three most common questions about boards of directors. Often they are asked by executive directors who […]
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June 27, 2019
Published by Noah Pawlucy at June 27, 2019
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Volunteers Are Shrinking, How To Keep Your Most Important Resource

At least 80% of nonprofits in America rely on volunteers for their work force. In fact, most nonprofits would not exist if not for the volunteers that serve them.
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June 24, 2019
Published by Noah Pawlucy at June 24, 2019
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Are You the “Up Periscope” For Your Organization?

The nonprofit world is seeing a downturn in volunteerism, a squeeze on its revenue streams and rising competition. How can you be the “up periscope” for your organization to see what is ahead and to make important course changes to maintain your organization’s relevance?
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June 20, 2019
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Maintaining Bold

Written by Bob Harris, CAE BOLD is a word frequently used in news headlines. “We need a bold plan to address guns in schools,” and, “Candidate […]
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June 20, 2019
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Misguided Practices

Written by Bob Harris, CAE There is no single authority for how associations operate. Every nonprofit and its board are unique. They are influenced by culture, […]
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June 15, 2019
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Fast Track Strategic Plan Implementation

Written by Bob Harris, CAE Within minutes of adjourning the planning retreat the directors scattered, returning to work after volunteering a day or weekend to create […]
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