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Work and Careers
Feeling Burned Out, Overwhelmed, and Outmatched? This Professor Has Some Advice
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. -
Careers
Skilled Government Workers Are Job Hunting. Here’s How to Meet Them.
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? -
Careers
8 Ways to Snag a Nonprofit Job in Today’s Tight Market
Think creatively about what you can do, use AI tools wisely, and more tips from experts. -
Work and Careers
Fundraiser Burnout Is Hurting Charities. New Report Explains Why, Offers Fixes
Fundraisers’ great empathy makes them prone to burnout. Changes in the workplace and by fundraisers themselves can help reduce the problem. -
Careers
Tips to Maintain Your Well-Being Amid Tariffs, Layoffs, and Recession Talk
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. -
Advice
How to Better Include People With Disabilities in Your Hiring Process — and Why Now
Six takeaways from an executive search consultant, including a few key pitfalls to look out for. -
Careers
Development Director Is a Hot Job. What You Need to Snag This Position
Fundraisers with their eye on the job should develop their skills building one-on-one relationships with donors and managing people. -
Careers
6 Tips to Land a Nonprofit Job for the First Time
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. -
Careers
Smart Ways to Show You’re Ready for a Promotion — and a Few Things to Avoid
Nonprofit leaders share advice on how to demonstrate leadership potential, impress your boss, and advance your career. -
Careers
Advice for New Fundraisers From Folks Who Have Been There — Recently
Learning to deal with nerves and rejection are two of the biggest challenges new fundraisers face, according to colleagues with several years’ experience.