Nonprofits Are Messy: Lessons in Leadership | Fundraising | Board Development | Communications Ep 246: If You Believe Leadership Matters, Prove It!
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Jan 31, 2026 A passionate case for treating leadership development as essential, not optional. Stories show how learning unlocked clarity and large funding. Practical strategies cover boards, coaching, certifications, funder commitments, and performance reviews. A rallying call to make leader growth a funded, normalized practice across nonprofits.
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Burnout Stems From Systemic Failures
- Nonprofit leaders burn out because the sector fails to set them up for success, not because they're inherently incapable.
- Leaders face constant turbulence now, so expecting a return to calm is unrealistic.
Dr. Harris' Leadership Journey
- Dr. Nastassia Harris founded a perinatal equity nonprofit and invested heavily in leadership development.
- That investment helped her win a $100,000 grant and scale her organization.
Leadership Development Is Undervalued
- Only a fraction of the 1.8 million U.S. nonprofits prioritize leadership learning and community.
- The sector treats leadership development as overhead, which blocks investment and retention.
