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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

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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

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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.

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

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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

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