Leading Boldly
Foundations can move past traditional approaches to create social change through imaginative – and even controversial – leadership.
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The Pitfalls of Profits
Why nonprofits should get out of commercial ventures. At the same time, the tax code needs to be changed to help nonprofits get more charitable donations.
Are You Giving Away the Store?
Strategies for savvy negotiation.
The Real Salary Scandal
It’s isn’t that some nonprofit CEOs make big bucks. It’s that most nonprofit employees are paid too little.
Competitive Advantage: A Dance of Relevance
Ballet Memphis leverages its understanding of local culture – Elivs, gospel, rockability, and African-American stories – to compete against touring Broadway blockbusters.
Pumping Prosperity
ApproTEC’s pumps are designed and marketed with an understanding of the culture and psychology of African farmers.
Managing Risk
Nonprofits Insurance Alliance of California is thriving, despite taking on clients that no one else would.
The Tempered Radicals
How employees push their companies – little by little – to be more socially responsible.
Zeroing in on Impact
In an era of declining resources, nonprofits need to clarify their intended impact.
The Sound of No Music
Like many nonprofits, the Oakland Symphony failed to understand the distinction between mission and strategy.