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October 11, 2023
Resource Type: Articles
How to Create and Iterate Firearms and Weapons Policies
Safety at work is top-of-mind for employees across the diverse nonprofit sector. In some workplaces, employees feel comfortable sharing their concerns about the risk of workplace violence, mass shootings, terrorism, and other events that potentially put them in harm’s way....
Topics: HR Risk and Employment Practices
October 11, 2023
Resource Type: Articles, Risk eNews
What Nonprofits Need to Know About Conflict De-Escalation
Imagine you’re the director of client services at a nonprofit that serves unhoused people. You hold an open house to educate the public about your work and the challenges unhoused people face. A community member aggressively and repeatedly questions your...
Topics: HR Risk and Employment Practices
September 29, 2023
Resource Type: Articles
How to Report on Risk to Your Board
Have you been asked by the Board to provide a risk report or briefing? It’s natural to be a little nervous about that. But an open dialogue about risk can build trust, shape strategy, and help your nonprofit better execute...
Topics: HR Risk and Employment Practices
August 29, 2023
Resource Type: Articles
How to Manage Employee Turnover in Your Nonprofit
When you seek resources on how to manage employee turnover in your organization, you’re likely to find resources for how to stop turnover. That makes sense—if employees leave your nonprofit frequently after short tenures, it can be a sign that something is...
Topics: HR Risk and Employment Practices
August 22, 2023
Resource Type: Articles
How to Create a Concierge Experience for Job Applicants
Most of us have been “ghosted” by a prospective employer—even after a promising interview. It’s not cool, and it’s totally avoidable. The time and effort your nonprofit invests to give all job candidates a great experience will produce results. Your...
Topics: HR Risk and Employment Practices
August 17, 2023
Resource Type: Articles
How to Ensure Your Nonprofit’s Culture Lives Up to Its Promise
You probably love to talk about the strength of your organization’s culture with job candidates, donors, and your board. But do employees and clients experience your organization’s culture the way you intend them to? If not, they may question whether...
Topics: Organizational Culture
August 15, 2023
Resource Type: Articles
I Just Got Promoted. Now What?
Many nonprofits pride themselves on promoting leaders from within their organization. If you’re reading this because you recently got promoted at your nonprofit, congratulations! Here are some tips to help you adjust to your new role. Ask lots of questions. You...
Topics: HR Risk and Employment Practices
August 8, 2023
Resource Type: Articles
How to Be a Great Mentee
If you’re reading this, you’ve probably found a mentor, or are working to do so. Congratulations! Mentoring can help you grow as a professional and open new doors in your career and even your personal life. Here are some tips...
Topics: HR Risk and Employment Practices
August 1, 2023
Resource Type: Articles
How to Be a Great Mentor
Mentoring a colleague or intern can be an incredibly rewarding experience for both parties; the lessons and learning from a mentorship can be beneficial to your nonprofit’s mission as well. If you’re a mentor, here are some ways to build a...
Topics: HR Risk and Employment Practices
July 18, 2023
Resource Type: Articles
How to Safely Negotiate the Return to Workplace Travel
As business travel continues to rebound post-COVID, make sure your nonprofit is ready. Here’s a checklist to evaluate the risks and benefits of travel and navigate health and security issues wherever your team is headed. Cornerstones of Safe Business Travel...