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Nonprofit board and interim leader planning an executive transition
GuideLeadership
12 min read
May 18, 2026

Nonprofit Interim Executive Director: Board Guide to Stable Leadership Transition

When an executive director leaves, the board needs more than coverage. This guide explains when to use a nonprofit interim executive director, what the interim should own, how boards should prepare, and how to protect mission continuity.

Drew Giddings
Drew Giddings
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Graduate student studying nonprofit management in a university setting
ArticleLeadership Development
15 min read
April 11, 2026

Nonprofit Management Degree & Certificate Programs: Complete Guide

A comprehensive guide to nonprofit management education — MPA, MNA, MBA, certificate programs, online options, costs, career outcomes, and whether you actually need a degree.

Drew Giddings
Drew Giddings
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Professional leader reviewing documents at a desk representing a new nonprofit executive director
GuideLeadership Development
18 min read
April 6, 2026

First 90 Days as Nonprofit Executive Director: A Survival Guide for New Leaders

The first 90 days as a nonprofit executive director set the trajectory for your entire tenure. This week-by-week guide covers what to learn, who to meet, what to avoid, and how to build the relationships and credibility that make everything else possible.

Drew Giddings
Drew Giddings
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Professional handshake representing nonprofit executive director hiring and leadership selection
GuideLeadership Development
16 min read
April 6, 2026

Executive Director Job Description for Nonprofits: How to Write One That Attracts the Right Leader

A complete guide to writing a nonprofit executive director job description that attracts exceptional candidates -- not just competent managers. Includes a full template, salary guidance, the qualifications that actually matter, and red flags that drive away the leaders you want most.

Drew Giddings
Drew Giddings
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Nonprofit executive in a coaching conversation with a professional leadership coach
GuideLeadership
20 min read
February 25, 2026

Nonprofit Executive Coaching: What It Is, When You Need It, and How to Find the Right Coach

Most nonprofit executive directors operate without the one resource that leaders in every other sector consider essential: a coach. This practitioner's guide covers what nonprofit executive coaching actually is, when it makes the biggest difference, what to look for in a coach, and how to build a coaching engagement that produces real leadership growth — not just another line item in your professional development budget.

Drew Giddings
Drew Giddings
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Professional mentoring session between senior and emerging nonprofit leaders
ArticleLeadership Development
11 min read
January 10, 2026

Nonprofit Succession Planning: Ensuring Leadership Continuity

Executive transitions are inevitable, yet most nonprofits remain unprepared. A strategic succession plan protects your mission, preserves institutional knowledge, and positions your organization for continued impact—whether the transition is planned or unexpected.

Drew Giddings
Drew Giddings
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