What information should be shared within the team
How and what to share within the team
Workload planning and management
Why your workload should never be 100%, and how it should be distributed within the team
Transaction tax and team structure
What you need to be aware of when the size of your team is changing
The most effective way to prepare for public speaking
How to prepare for any public speech simply and effectively
Resource Pie
Let's see if it is possible to gain and attract resources by encouraging competition in the sector.
Meeting summaries
How to make meetings not a waste of time, but a tool that really helps get the job done
Value of work and remuneration
I read in an interview with the head of a large nonprofit organization the phrase "highly qualified professionals will not work for the level of our NGO salaries". It is incredibly embarrassing to read something like that. It literally means "we have unqualified professionals working for us"
Cultural Flatness vs. Structural Flatness
I see that it is not so popular opinion, especially when you ask activists, but horizontal structures are not always the best and definitely not a universal solution — especially in their absolute. And here is important to distinguish two different types of "horizontality"
Donors and Capacity Building
Donors should focus more on capacity building! Here is why
How I prepared to leave a leadership position
I believe that leadership and teams in NGOs should change. Structures built around one person who is not ready to ever leave, harm the development of the organization, the sector, and the people they are supposed to serve
The EU and US approach on NGO Structure
Was thinking a lot recently about the difference between American and European approach towards nonprofits. And will be glad for any opinions and views on this topic.
How I relocated an entire organization
One of the most challenging tasks I've ever faced, and one that's hard to adequately capture on a resume, is the relocation of the organization I managed at the beginning of 2022. I still shiver recalling that time.
Activism vs. Social Project
Despite the fact that in common usage the concepts of activism and social projects are often used interchangeably, I think it is important to understand the difference between them.
How to set tasks
How to increase the likelihood that tasks will be completed on time, just right, and without ruining relationships
Check-list for important decisions
A checklist of questions to ask yourself before making an important decision
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