Work and Careers

Finding community is the “holy grail” to keep going when you’re trying to solve social problems against what seem like impossible odds. Joy is important, too.

People with the experience, knowledge, and connections ideal for serving the missions of nonprofits are among the vast number of federal employees who have lost their jobs this year. But how to find them? And how to attract them to your nonprofit?

Think creatively about what you can do, use AI tools wisely, and more tips from experts.

Fundraisers’ great empathy makes them prone to burnout. Changes in the workplace and by fundraisers themselves can help reduce the problem.

Nonprofit workers stressed by the uncertainty their groups face should acknowledge their emotions, set limits around work, and find purpose beyond their jobs, experts advise.

Six takeaways from an executive search consultant, including a few key pitfalls to look out for.

Fundraisers with their eye on the job should develop their skills building one-on-one relationships with donors and managing people.

Recent layoffs in widely disparate fields where jobs once seemed stable — from the federal government to Walmart headquarters to tech — might be the catalyst for some people to head for the nonprofit world, where they can follow their heart as well as earn a paycheck.

Nonprofit leaders share advice on how to demonstrate leadership potential, impress your boss, and advance your career.

Learning to deal with nerves and rejection are two of the biggest challenges new fundraisers face, according to colleagues with several years’ experience.