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December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
Reality Check: The Myth of Multitasking and Debunking The Blame Game
Feedback from a reader of the NRMC’s eNews reminded me of one theme in one of the most thought-provoking “books” currently residing on my electronic reading device. The book, by Joseph T. Hallinan is titled: Why We Make Mistakes: How We...
Topics: HR Risk and Employment Practices
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
Spotlight on People: Managing Volunteer and Employee Risks
When Does Compensating Volunteers Turn Them Into Employees? Last year the questions flowing from the Center’s newsletter article on this issue were surprising. We didn’t realize that so many organizations find ways to “pay” their volunteers in small, and sometimes,...
Topics: HR Risk and Employment Practices, Volunteer Risk Management
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
The Risks of Automation
During a recent flight to the west coast I had the opportunity to see a film titled Extract. Although I pride myself on having a sense of humor, I’m often surprised when something touted as “funny” fails to make me laugh....
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
Is Your Board Ready for a Crisis?
Last week I had an opportunity to speak about “Leading During Times of Crisis” at an event sponsored by Independent Sector, Georgetown Law and the Internal Revenue Service. As I prepared my remarks I reflected on the countless calls I...
Topics: Crisis Management, Crisis Communications, Governance
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
Staff Screening and The Voice
A popular reality TV program that has recently caught my attention is “The Voice.” The show features competing singers like “American Idol.” The quirky thing about “The Voice” is that when evaluating the potential of a contestant, the four judges...
Topics: HR Risk and Employment Practices
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
Learning from Experience
As our country prepares for the annual holiday where Americans predictably over-indulge, I’ve been reflecting on an important concept in risk management: the role of experience. As I’ve told many audiences, experience is an invaluable risk management tool available to every...
Topics: General
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
Employee or Independent Contractor
What’s the Difference and Why Does It Matter? Misclassifying employees as “independent contractors” can get a nonprofit financial hot water with the U.S. Department of Labor, the applicable state DOL or both. If federal or state regulators determine the nonprofit...
Topics: HR Risk and Employment Practices
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
Learning from Loss: Risk Management Wisdom May Be Close at Hand
I have had the opportunity to participate in many programs that showcase “great ideas” emanating from success. In one instance, I served on the selection committee for an awards program that recognizes excellent management techniques. Representatives of the “finalists” for...
Topics: General
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
Legal Advice
When and Why You Need It From time to time, every nonprofit needs legal advice. Whether administered as a vaccine—to ward off or prevent violations of law or other missteps by the nonprofit—or as an antidote—to help the nonprofit survive...
Topics: General
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
Employee Handbooks: Risk Management Road Maps
Creating written workplace policies and procedures that are legally up-to-date and easy to follow is as important as having adequate insurance. Policies that are clearly communicated to staff and consistently applied serve to safeguard against improvised solutions that can result...
Topics: HR Risk and Employment Practices