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Managing up at your fundraising job: An interview with Kishshana Palmer
In this interview, veteran fundraiser Kishshana Palmer explains how to manage up at your fundraising job.
Minimizing the risk of a data breach: A guide for nonprofit organizations
New legislation makes it more important than ever to avoid a data breach.
Donors behaving badly: How to navigate a challenging donor relationship
Donor relationships can be tricky. In this article, fundraisers open up about challenges they face when dealing with difficult donors.
The Canada Revenue Agency gets transparent…and pictographic!
We discuss the new CRA Report on the Charities Program 2015-2016 with several industry experts.
How play can improve creativity and trust in the workplace: An interview with Sheena Greer
An interview with Sheena Greer on the importance of play in nonprofit work.
Four Confidence Boosters To Reach Your Full Potential
Original broadcast date: Thursday, February 23, 2017 Summary: In this recorded webinar...
When passion for work goes too far: How to avoid burnout
How can you avoid burnout when passion for your work creates an imbalance between work and life?
One year later: How Canada’s nonprofit sector continues to support Syrian refugees
A year in, we look at the how Canada’s nonprofit sector is supporting the influx of Syrian refugees.
The most important training to give yourself this year
Working on your inner confidence is key to getting the most out of your professional development.
How to work most effectively with a recruiter
Tips for a strong recruiter-candidate relationship.
From one millennial to another: Four tips for millennial leaders
A millennial leader offers her tips on how different generations can better get along in the workplace.
How to avoid working for a bully at your next nonprofit job
Find out what to look for in a job interview to avoid working for a bully.
Is your volunteer program becoming an antique?
These tips will keep your volunteer program fresh and current.
When the charitable sector lacks charity: Bullying in the nonprofit workplace
Could a bullying staff member be putting your organization at risk?
The invisible thing that holds you back at work: An interview with Marc Pitman
Is a lack of trust at your organization holding you back in your career?
Virtual collaboration superheroes and answers to your webinar questions
Ben Ziegler answers questions that came up during our recent webinar on virtual collaboration.
Newly released 2017 Canadian Nonprofit Sector Salary & Benefits Report reveals current compensation trends
Get an overview of the latest findings available in the newly published 2017 Canadian Nonprofit Sector Salary & Benefits Report.
Accommodation in the Nonprofit Workplace
Original broadcast date: Thursday, January 19, 2017 Summary: This recorded webinar, presented...
No more Freedom 55: Why Millennials are increasingly considering mid-career breaks
Is a mid-career break more realistic than early retirement? For many Millennials, the answer is 'yes'.
Mental health in the workplace: Your duty is to inquire (and accommodate)
Wondering how to approach a conversation about mental health with an employee, or how to facilitate an employee's return to work after a medical leave of absence? Read on for tips.
Integrated marketing for nonprofits
Could an integrated marketing plan help your fundraising & communications efforts be more successful?
Seven job search resolutions to help you be successful in 2017
Make your job search successful in 2017 with these New Year's resolutions!
Charities request charity law reform to protect free speech
A charity sector working group calls for changes to the Income Tax Act to allow more political activity.
The Oprah Effect: The value of celebrity-charity partnerships
Is your organization ready to partner with a celebrity?
Creating a brighter future: How immigration, environmentalism and the social economy transformed Canada
Part three in a three-part series outlining the history of social change in Canada.
Virtual Collaboration for Volunteer Managers and Boards of Directors
Original broadcast date: Thursday, December 8, 2016 Summary: Working effectively with others...
How to optimize video for your charity’s marketing efforts
Consider these tips before making your next charity video.
Making a difference while making a dollar: Social innovation and entrepreneurship for the nonprofit sector
Will it soon be easier for the nonprofit sector to pursue new revenue streams, through social enterprise?
High-context communications in a low-context virtual world
Improve your online communications with these easy tips.
Generations and advocacy: What approach works best?
Find out how to tailor your campaigns to each generation.
CharityVillage celebrates #GivingTuesdayCA 2016 with #unselfie photos!
Celebrate GivingTuesday 2016 with an UNselfie picture!
Got Questions About Ontario’s New Harassment Legislation (Bill 132)
Original broadcast date: Thursday, November 24, 2016 Summary: Compliance with Bill 132 was...
Dealing with difficult executive directors: Tips for nonprofit boards
Are you a on a board of directors wondering how to deal with your difficult ED? These tips can help!
Evaluating Your Nonprofit’s Content Marketing Mix
Original broadcast date: Thursday, November 17, 2016 Summary: Content marketing is a...
Dealing with difficult boards: Tips for executive directors
Are you an executive director dealing with a difficult board? Get tips on how to improve the relationship in this article.
Nearly half of all Canadian employees face workplace sexual harassment: 77% of these victims are women
Is your nonprofit workplace ready for Ontario's Bill 132, which aims to better deal with workplace sexual harassment?
Getting started with RFPs: A guide for Canadian nonprofit organizations
Thinking about applying for an RFP? Read this first!
Actually, your nonprofit is probably NOT delivering content marketing
Think you are doing a great job of content marketing? You may want to think again! Find out why in this article.
Networking: The Missing Link to Employment
Original broadcast date: Thursday, November 3, 2016 Summary: To help ease your concerns about...
Networking for good: How to represent your organization at events
Not sure how to networking and mingle when representing your organization at conferences? These tips can help!
Education, reconciliation and the nonprofit sector
What role does the nonprofit sector have to play in reconciliation?
In pursuit of human rights: Defining the legacy of Canada’s labour, co-op and healthcare movements
Part two in a three-part series outlining the history of social change in Canada.
Networking: The missing link to employment
Break into a cold sweat at the thought of networking? Don't worry – you aren't alone! And these tips will help you make networking a breeze.
Maximizing the Strategic Impact of your Volunteer Program
Original broadcast date: Thursday, October 20, 2016 Summary: This recorded webinar, presented...
Vital Signs 2016: Exploring connection to community and belonging in Canada
A new national Vital Signs report explores how a feeling of belonging to a community fosters a desire to give back.
How to get inactive supporters involved in your campaign
Your inactive supporters could be your biggest champions – find out how to re-engage them with these tips.
How nonprofit organizations can leverage mobile messaging
If your organization isn’t communicating by text message, you could be missing out on a valuable way of communicating with your donors and volunteers!
The hidden strategic value of your volunteer program
Are you engaging your volunteers on all levels, and not just as free labour?
The best board member orientation: How to set your new directors immediately up for success
Getting new board members up to speed quickly is essential to keep your organization running smoothly.
