VOLUME 28, NUMBER 1
January/February 2010





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Articles In This Issue:

Be That Kind of Boss: Leadership Strategies for Executive Directors (Carrasco, Michael J.)
If you're just starting out - or even if you're an old hand - here's what every executive director needs to know.

Best Use of Consensus (Fernsler, Terrence)
Here's a powerful way to build commitment around critical decisions

Counteract Stress to Make the Best Decisions (Lambrou, Peter T.)
Stress can get in the way of solving problems and making good judgements. Use these exercises to reduce tension, open your mind, and create breakthroughs.

Creating a Preauthorized Gift Program (Biedermann, Jon)
Want to boost donors' gifts while easing fundraising effort? Here's how.

Don't Be Caught with an Empty Bench (Santora, Joseph C.)
Use this model to plan for a successor.

I've Been Thinking about...Strategic Planning (Golensky, Martha)
Is there still a place for long-term planning in an ever-changing world? How does an effective leader balance competing interests from diverse stakeholders?

Is Loan from Directors a Conflict? (Kramer, Don)
Can you ask your board to help keep you afloat through tough times?

New Internal Control Guidance: What You Need to Know Now (Turpen, Richard A.)
Be sure you're addressing these important audit requirements.

Nonprofit Briefs (Misc)
A collection of brief articles with news and tips on nonprofit management and leadership.

Prepared and Resolved: How to Become Future-Ready and Make an Impact (Wolf, Daniel)
These ideas, drawn from the latest research, will help you develop talented staff and prepare for the future.

Put Top Talent to Use in Your Organization (Nour, David)
The secret is to understand what drives each person.

Reciprocal Board Agreements: What Do Board Members Give? What Do They Receive in Return? (Robinson, Andy)
It's vital to spell out what board members can expect in return for what they give.

Seven Fundraising-Event Strategies for Challenging Times (Borning, Carl)
Use these lessons to assure a productive event.

Take Charge of Your Finances: How to Succeed in an Unpredictable Economy (Graziano, Fred)
A banker gives advice on surviving the fluctuating market and making wise adjustments

When Should You Conduct Surveys? (Fox, Karen F.A.)
The answer depends on the type of survey you're considering.