The Nonprofit Job Cycle framework is something I developed and have implemented in my career to guide me in the inevitable uncertainty. Part of the cycle relies on the Menninger Morale Curve and it is my pleasure to share this wildly useful but not very widely known piece of academic literature. These tools combined have […]
The Menninger Morale Curve is an extraordinary tool for understanding and managing a career in the nonprofit sector. When passionate people come together in organizations to pursue audacious goals, emotional connection to the work is intense. Changes in the work or assignment can be demoralizing. The four stages of the Menninger Morale Curve not only […]
In a sector plagued by high turnover and unrealistic expectations, identifying a truly “good” opportunity goes beyond an impressive job title or mission. It requires a fundamental shift in perspective, embracing a 36-month career outlook and evaluating the organization’s capacity for employee success. The 36-Month Career Outlook The average tenure for development staff is only […]
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As we go through life it can be easy to get stuck in one belief of who we are and what we are supposed to do, especially when it comes to our careers. Polling your friends, peers and former colleagues may unlock career potential never before imagined.
Those entering the nonprofit sector for the first-time may be drawn to the sector by their passion. As Cindy M. Lott, Esq. explains, “I can’t stress enough in our field, passion is wonderful. It is the basis of what we do, but passion alone will not get you there. You have to have skills and […]
Personality tests offer another avenue for self-awareness that gives the professional a tangible set of observations about the way they work. Many professionals use personality tests to get a snapshot of their preferred pattern of behavior at a point in time – when many tests are taken over a number of years, trends can be […]
Nonprofit boards have legal and fiduciary responsibilities set forth by the federal government codes that define nonprofits. How these responsibilities are realized runs the gamut. The National Council of Nonprofits created Board Roles and Responsibilities, this is a good resource for you if you want to know more about nonprofit boards. This article will focus […]
