Sneak Peek Inside My New Book!

23/1/2025

The Leadership Resource Nonprofit Leaders Have Been Waiting For

Oh my goodness!!!! If you care about leadership in the nonprofit sector, this is for you!

I'm super excited to let you know my second book, Character Driven Leadership for Women, is almost here! It will be out in March, but you don't have to wait that long to start diving in!

I'm super excited to let you know Character Driven Leadership for Women is almost here!

When you read Character Driven Leadership, you may find stories that feel deeply personal, almost as if they were written just for you. That's because every page is inspired by the incredible women I've had the privilege to coach and learn from. Their challenges, breakthroughs, and growth have shaped insights and lessons shared in the book. Their courage and openness made this book possible, and I hope their stories inspire you as much as they have inspired me.

One of my favourite stories from the book.

Divya came to me feeling overwhelmed and stretched too thin. She wanted a better work-life balance but worried that delegating tasks would only burden her team. Through coaching and the inner work she did between sessions, Divya shifted her mindset. She realized that delegation could actually empower her managers and help them grow.

Divya started small, identifying tasks she could delegate while mentoring her team to handle new responsibilities. Over time, not only did Divya regain her balance, but her team thrived too. Her transformation showed how leadership grounded in intentional habits can ripple out and create meaningful change.

Read the first chapter now

You'll find Divya's story and others like hers in Character Driven Leadership for Women. AND... you don't have to wait until March to start reading. You can download the first chapter for free right now!

As you read the first chapter, I hope it sparks ideas and reflections on your own leadership journey. My goal in Character Driven Leadership is to help you see what's possible when you intentionally lead and align your actions with your values.

Help get the book into the hands of nonprofit leaders

If the first chapter resonates with you, here are several ways you can support this launch:

Share it on social media: Spread the word about the free chapter and let your network know how this book can make an impact.
Podcast connections: Do you know someone looking for a podcast guest? I'd love to connect and share more about the book.f
Join my launch team: Be part of the exciting journey as we launch this book into the nonrpofit world! As a launch team member, you'll get behind-the-scenes updates, early access to special content, and ways to share the book with others who will benefit from it.

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Thank you for your support and encouragement. I'm so excited to hear your thoughts on the chapter and how the book resonates with you!

~ Kathy

P.S. Don't forget to download the first chapter here. Let's get the word out about leadership that's authentic, impactful, and uniquely yours.

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Why Is Nobody Talking About What Really Helps Nonprofit Leaders Ditch Burnout?

20/1/2025

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Why Burnout Conversations Matter for Nonprofit Leaders

You and I both know that burnout is a silent struggle for many nonprofit leaders. The constant pressure to meet deadlines, manage teams, and keep the mission on track can leave you feeling drained and overwhelmed.

But why is no one really talking about what helps us ditch burnout?

We talk about burnout generally on social media posts, in reports from the sector, and as a topic for conferences. But are we talking about it 1-1?

Are you discussing burnout with a trusted friend, mentor, or someone in your workplace?
I don't mean using dark humour, being a martyr about it, or throwing it out as a catch-all phrase.

What we really need to do to tackle burnout is to make it real by having individual conversations. Talk about how it's showing up in your life, what's draining your energy, and where you feel stuck. Don't be afraid to use the actual term burnout! We need to "name it to tame it!" Naming it removes the stigma and helps you and others take it seriously.

Here are a couple of ways to start the conversation:

With a mentor or trusted colleague:
"I've been feeling close to burnout lately. I'm struggling to balance everything, and I need some guidance on how to reset."
With your boss or team leader:
"I want to be honest—I feel like I'm heading toward burnout. I'd love to discuss how to manage my workload more effectively."

These 1-1 conversations can be the starting point for creating real, personalized solutions that can pave the way for changes in your experience and for others as well.

I get it, though...

Who wants to put their hand up and say you are burning out?

You might worry that talking about it will make you seem weak, unable to handle the demands of your role, or that someone might question your ability to lead.

But here's the truth: acknowledging burnout isn't a sign of weakness. It's a sign you are willing to do the hard work of developing yourself as the best leader you can be. Is that strength? Maybe. But I won't lie and tell you this is easy. It's hard. Very hard.

Being vulnerable is hard, especially in a sector where the pressure to do more with less can make us feel like we have to keep pushing no matter what. However, vulnerability is exactly what's needed, both at an individual level and across the sector.

When you open up about burnout and actually name it, you're not just helping yourself; you're helping to change the narrative around leadership in the nonprofit sector. You're paving the way for a culture that values balance, well-being, and sustainable leadership and aligns those values with action. When we do that, we start to change the experience for the next generation of leaders. And I'm on a mission to do that!

By being honest about burnout and taking steps to address it, you're modelling the kind of leadership that prioritizes long-term impact over short-term survival. It's a shift we all need to make, and it starts with these personal, courageous conversations. Then, we need to take action.

Burnout isn't inevitable—it's preventable.

You don't need more hours in the day to prevent burnout. Instead, you need small, intentional habits to help you reclaim your energy, sharpen your focus, and feel more in control. Below are five surprising weekly habits that can make a big difference in how you lead and live.

5 Surprising Weekly Habits That Can Prevent BURNOUT

1 - Create a Weekly 'Do-Not-Do' List

Most leaders rely on to-do lists, but a 'do-not-do' list is equally powerful.

Identify distractions, unnecessary meetings, or overcommitments that drain your time.
Focus on eliminating what doesn't serve your priorities.

This simple habit helps you reclaim time, improve focus, and create space for what truly matters. MORE ON THIS

2 - Challenge Your Gratitude

Gratitude isn't just about celebrating the good. It's about embracing the growth that comes from challenges.

Write down five things you're grateful for each week.
Include tough moments, like a difficult conversation or a conflict that brought your team closer.

This habit helps you reframe challenges as opportunities for growth, building resilience and optimism.

3 - Take Mindful Meal Breaks

Mindfulness isn't just about meditation—it can be as simple as slowing down during a meal.

Step away from your desk and put your phone aside.
Use all your senses to savour your food. Notice the flavours, textures, and smells.

Practicing mindfulness in this small way will recharge your mental energy and improve your ability to stay composed and focused as a leader.

4 - Spend 15 Minutes Dreaming

Hope and creativity are essential leadership skills, yet they're often overlooked.

Dedicate 15 minutes each week to dream about the future.
Think about personal goals, a skill you want to learn, or a trip you'd love to take.

This habit nurtures creativity and helps you stay visionary and adaptable, which are two qualities every nonprofit leader needs.

Do a Reflection Speed Round

Reflection is a key tool for leadership growth, but it doesn't have to take hours.

Set a timer for 15 minutes and ask yourself:
What did I learn this week?
What went well?
What could I have done differently?

This quick, focused habit helps you stay self-aware, grounded, and always improving. MORE ON THIS

The Secret to Thriving in Nonprofit Leadership

Burnout doesn't have to be part of your leadership story. With these five simple habits, paired with open 1-1 conversations, you can recharge, refocus, and approach your role with renewed energy and clarity.
But there's even more you can do to thrive as a leader.
Download my free guide to thriving in leadership to discover actionable strategies that will help you:

Stay balanced.
Boost your confidence.
Lead with greater impact.

Click here to grab your free guide today!

Let me know if you need anything else! I am here to support you so that you don't feel so alone!

~ Kathy
Do the inner work! It's worth it!

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Burned Out from People-Pleasing? 10 Exact Phrases Nonprofit Leaders Can Steal to Set Boundaries

28/11/2024

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A Simple Boundary That Changed Everything for Me

As a nonprofit leader, it's easy to fall into the trap of trying to please everyone—your eager team member, your boss with endless demands, your kids with constant requests, Aunt Tina's needy texts, and even your partner asking for that special dessert.

The Cost of People-Pleasing in Leadership

That leaves nothing for you. But you can't lead with confidence, compassion, and fairness if you're running on fumes.

You can't make a calm, confident decision about reallocating resources and maybe even cutting programs during a budget crisis when your mind is racing from back-to-back meetings.
You can't offer genuine compassion to a team member sharing their struggles about their aggressive client if you're too drained to listen actively.
You can't mediate a conflict fairly between staff arguing about the tidiness (or lack of it) in their shared workspace fairly when you're overwhelmed and emotionally checked out.

The Link Between Boundaries and Better Decision-Making

When you're constantly running on empty, the decisions and interactions that define how people judge your leadership suffer. And your team, your quality of work and the people you serve all feel the impact. That's why setting boundaries isn't just self-care; it's a leadership skill. It allows you to recharge, refocus, and bring your best self to the table.

Boundaries aren't just about protecting your time. They are about preserving your energy and ability to think clearly and stay focused on what matters most. When you effectively set boundaries, it helps you to feel confident, capable, composed, and aligned with your integrity as a leader.

A Simple Boundary That Changed Everything for Me

I learned this the hard way. As a nonprofit leader, I often found myself saying yes to tasks I didn't have time for. You'd often find me on a Sunday morning buried in timesheets instead of recharging or tackling things at home. I was exhausted, stretched thin, and feeling like there was no end in sight. Instead of benefiting anyone—my team, my family, or even myself—I was draining the energy I desperately needed to keep going.

I'll never forget the first time I set a clear boundary. There was a leadership meeting in the city, and normally, I would have flown out the morning of the meeting, stayed overnight, and done the second day before coming home the following night. It meant being gone for much of two days, and I'd always come back completely drained.

But this time, I decided to do things differently. If I stayed overnight, I'd miss my kids having activities that I wanted to be a part of. So, I told my boss I'd prefer to join the meeting via conference call instead. (This was back before Zoom!) To my surprise, my boss said 'OK' without much thought. I couldn't believe how simple it was and how much energy and presence I saved for my family and work by speaking up.

It took courage to set that boundary, but before I could do that, I had to figure out how to say it. Sometimes, I nailed down the "right" phrase with my coach or worked through several variations in my journal before I landed on the one that felt right.

How to Say No Gracefully and Protect Your Energy

I often hear from my clients and students that they get it, but they don't know the "exact" words to use. No problem, I've got you covered. If you
need help communicating your boundaries, here are practical examples you can borrow:

I'm offline after 6. Let's connect tomorrow.
I'm prioritizing family time tonight. Can we discuss this in the morning?
I've blocked Fridays for focus work. Let's touch base on Monday.
I don't check emails after hours, but I'll respond first thing tomorrow.
I'll need to wrap this conversation up in 10 minutes to stay on schedule.
Let's add that to the agenda for our next meeting so we can give it the time it deserves.
I can take this on, but it will mean pushing [another task] to a later date. Does that work for you?

Remember, leadership isn't about doing everything for everyone—it's about doing what matters most with the energy and clarity to do it well. Boundaries allow you to lead decisively, compassionately, and fairly without sacrificing your own well-being.

A Small Change That Helped One Leader Reclaim Her Time

Looking back, setting boundaries didn't just save my energy—it made me a better leader. I stopped overcommitting, became more present for my team and family, and felt more confident in my decisions. I've seen this with my clients, too:

One of my clients was struggling with her days being packed with back-to-back meetings and no time to get her administrative work done. By mid-morning, she'd already feel frazzled and behind. Together, we worked on setting a clear boundary: she started blocking off the first 30 minutes of her day for preparation and made it clear that meetings couldn't be scheduled during that time.

At first, she worried about how her team might react, but the response was overwhelmingly positive. Over time, her team began respecting her time, and even started setting healthier boundaries for themselves. That small adjustment made a big difference for everyone.

Save These Phrases and Start Setting Boundaries Today

Here are five more phrases you can steal to set clear boundaries

I have another commitment at that time, but I'm available [suggest time].
I'm taking a break from meetings this afternoon to catch up on work. Let's follow up tomorrow.
I can't commit to that right now, but here's what I can do instead.
I can only stay for 30 minutes, but I'm happy to contribute during that time.
I'm fully booked this week, but here's a resource that might help in the meantime.
I'm currently focusing on a high-priority project. Can we revisit this next week?
I'm happy to brainstorm solutions with you, but I can't take the lead on this task right now.

Save these phrases and use them to set clear boundaries, manage your energy, and prevent burnout. By protecting your time and staying aligned with your values, you'll maintain the stamina to handle your responsibilities while producing quality work and building strong relationships.

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5 Secrets for Women Leaders to Build Engagement and Run Effective Nonprofit Staff Meetings

5/11/2024

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Turn Wasted Nonprofit Meetings into Valuable Team Time

If you want to stop leaving your nonprofit staff meetings feeling frustrated and like they are a colossal waste of time, this is for you!

So many times, I walked into a staff meeting hoping for meaningful conversations, only to leave feeling exhausted and frustrated. Often, as soon as I got to the safety of my office, the tears flowed.

I hope your meetings aren't that bad, but I wonder if there is a similar story to yours.

Here's the thing: we weren't taught how to run staff meetings when we stepped into our nonprofit team leadership role. So, we do them the same as our predecessors did them. In many cases, that way is archaic and ineffective.

It's time for a new way of running staff meetings. For starters, meetings should do more than check off agenda items. They are an opportunity to connect with your team, build relationships, grow your team members and make some decisions. This will boost morale and get stuff done!

With a few intentional changes to your agenda and how you run your meetings, you can turn your energy-draining meetings, where you want to poke your eyes out or scream, into productive, engaging sessions that staff and you, as the leader, look forward to.

Here are five strategies designed to help women leaders like you run meetings that inspire connection, accountability, and progress.

1 ) Review Your Agenda Items with these 8 Questions

Your engaging nonprofit meeting starts with your agenda. You must put intention into preparing your well-thought-out and prepared agenda. It ensures you aren't wasting time, the right conversations are happening, and your time is well spent.

If you aren't creating and distributing an agenda beforehand, that's a good place to start.

Trust me, I know that sharing the agenda in advance can feel terrifying. I remember that fear that bubbled up when I thought about doing it.

What if this gives people time to stir up trouble?
What if they come prepared with arguments, and I'm not ready to handle them?"

Keeping the agenda under wraps until the minute the meeting started felt easier. I wanted to avoid conflict by catching everyone off guard. But it wasn't the best way for me or you.

Holding back the agenda isn't fair to your team. When your staff don't know what's coming, they feel blindsided, defensive, or frustrated. It sends the message that their input isn't valued or welcomed. That lack of transparency builds tension and mistrust over time.

Distributing the agenda in advance gives your team the chance to engage thoughtfully. They'll have time to prepare meaningful input, anticipate decisions, and feel more confident participating. Yes, there might be tough conversations and maybe even some pushback, but addressing those challenges openly and with courage, rather than stifling them is better.

If you still have the same agenda you've had for the last 15 years, please ditch it and start fresh. It's time to create a new agenda and refresh it for each meeting.

Here's a checklist to help women leaders like you build a purposeful, clear staff meeting agenda:

Is this topic relevant to the whole team? If not, move it to a smaller group discussion.
Can the topic be communicated via email instead? Save meeting time for discussions, not updates.
Do all key people need to be present to address this item? Make sure decision-makers are in the room.
Is this the right time to discuss it? Avoid adding unresolved or premature topics that may stir confusion.
What outcome do you want from this discussion? Clarify if you need feedback, a decision, or brainstorming.
Is there enough time for meaningful discussion? Avoid squeezing important conversations into rushed time slots.
Where should this item appear on the agenda? Place critical topics early and leave uplifting items for the end.
What action steps will follow this item? Identify who will take responsibility and by when.

With a well-planned agenda, your meetings will become more efficient, and your team will feel more engaged.

2) Start Every Nonprofit Staff Meeting with Human Connection

Meetings in the nonprofit sector aren't just about tasks—they're about people. If you jump straight into business, you miss an important chance to create positive energy.

My motto: Connect before you continue.

Begin each meeting with a quick check-in or icebreaker. Ask your team to share one word that describes how they're feeling or invite them to share a recent win, no matter how small. You may encourage them to express gratitude to another team member.

I know these exercises may feel hoky or a waste of time, but these micro-moments of connection build trust and create deeper relationships on your teams. Those stronger connections help your team build stronger collaborative relationships and get through future challenges better.

3) Share Responsibility to Build Engagement Among Nonprofit Teams

If you're the only one talking, your meeting becomes a one-way broadcast and no one enjoys that. The meeting should be a dialogue, not a monologue.

Your job is to grow your team, and that growth may be to help them become future leaders, learn to speak up or grow their public speaking skills. Therefore, it makes sense to use staff meetings to grow your nonprofit team by giving them roles during the meeting. Rotate who leads agenda sections, facilitates an activity, or tracks action items.

Sharing the responsibility of running a staff meeting frees up some of your energy, gives your team ownership of the meeting, and helps them develop their skills. Remember, you are investing in growing future leaders. This will also help you have people to share your workload while making them feel important, invested in and noticed.

4) Make Action Items Clear and Track Accountability

Leaving a meeting without clear next steps means there is a good chance things will get missed, especially since everyone in the nonprofit sector is so stinking busy.

To ensure everyone is clear on their roles and learned to be more accountable for doing things between meetings, be sure to make time towards the end of the meeting to identify who is responsible for what and by when. Document these commitments so they're easy to follow up on at the next meeting.

Identify who is responsible for what and by when.

You need to stop feeling like you're carrying the whole load. When everyone knows their responsibilities, you won't have to nag, remind, and pray that things will get done. And, there will be less chance you'll have to pick up the missed work. Things move forward with less stress and increased accountability.

5) End on a High Note with Specific Appreciation

How you wrap up your meeting will shape your team's feelings about leaving the meeting and, thus, what they do next. End with appreciation, energy, and positivity, keeping the momentum going long after the meeting.

Close with specific appreciation. Avoid vague phrases like "Thanks, everyone!" Instead, offer meaningful recognition:
"Jessica, I really appreciate how you took charge of the project timeline last week. It made a huge difference."

Specific appreciation boosts morale, reinforces positive behaviour, and shows your team that you know them, are clear on their strengths and that you care about them as a person.

After sharing appreciation, end with an energizing question. Ask,

"What's one thing from today's meeting that excites you?"
"How will you support each other this week?"

Don't "have time" for this? Have sticky notes on the table for everyone to write and post in the common area.

Why Effective Staff Meetings Are Key to Nonprofit Success for Women Leaders

We need to stop having our nonprofit meetings as just a time to share updates. They are opportunities for so much more. You'll need to be strategic and intentional about setting them up to get a different result.

When your meetings focus on connection, shared responsibility, and appreciation, they become a powerful tool for engagement.

I know that as a woman leading your nonprofit, you often struggle with balancing many competing priorities. It may seem counterintuitive to invest some of your valuable energy into running a different kind of staff meeting but trust me when you do, you'll ditch the frustration and tears as I did. Investing in planning will help you reclaim control, build trust with your team, and feel more confident in running team meetings.

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4 Practical Confidence Boosting Strategies for Nonprofit Women Leaders

24/5/2024

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Empower Nonprofit Women Leaders: 4 Actionable Strategies to Boost Confidence

Mastering your confidence as a nonprofit leader is crucial for you and your organization. But why don't you feel confident? What gets in the way, and what can you do to change that? Let's begin by unpacking its importance, then barriers and finally, practical strategies for helping you feel more confident in your nonprofit leadership role.

START HERE:

This is why you need to develop your leadership confidence

1 - When you are a confident woman leader, you are perceived as more competent and trustworthy

Trust and credibility are foundational for leadership and essential for gaining the support of your board staff, clients, donors, and the community. This trust is critical for keeping your program alive and thriving.

2 - Confident women leaders are more decisive

When you trust your judgment, you make timely, effective and confident decisions. If you lack the confidence to decide, you might get bogged down in overthinking as you weigh the pros and cons or just put off making a decision forever. But if you are confident, you'll gather data, assess, make a confident decision with the information you have and then communicate it confidently.

3 - Confidence empowers women leaders to pursue continuous learning and development.

When you feel confident, you are ready to take on new challenges, seek mentorship, and develop the skills necessary to lead effectively. It also helps you welcome feedback as an opportunity for growth and self-improvement. This openness to feedback fosters a culture of continuous learning and improvement within your organization.

4 - Confidence is contagious

When you, as a leader, exude confidence, it inspires and motivates your team. This can lead to higher engagement, productivity, and morale among staff, driving your organization toward achieving its mission-critical work.

Mastering Confidence: Discover Your Leadership Potential by Awakening Your Inner Guidance System

Grab your copy today!

Develop your confidence as a nonprofit woman leader.

When you are a confident leader, you are perceived as more competent, trustworthy and decisive. Confidence empowers you to be a lifelong learner and spreads confidence amongst your team. Honestly, you probably already knew that.

So why aren't you always confident?
What gets in the way?

Let's see if any of these reasons are what gets you down.

THEN CONSIDER THIS:

This is WHAT gets in the way of feeling confident

There are many reasons why you may struggle with your confidence. Consider the following reasons and note if any of these impacts how confident you feel at any given moment.

You lack competence

You moved up the ranks without the leadership training to accompany your career growth. As such, you don't know how to run a staff meeting, communicate hard messages or manage a budget down to line items. You know you should do these things. You may have the forms, deadlines and information, but how to actually do it may never have been something you were taught.

Do you feel incompetent some days?

You've lacked feminine role models.

Because leadership is different for men, without a woman leader to show you the way, you've struggled to make it work with the hand you are playing with.

We know that traditional gender roles in the home and societal expectations often place additional burdens on you. When you are balancing your professional responsibilities with personal and family obligations, that can be overwhelming and lead to you doubting you can "do it all."

Do you have female role models that lead in a way you want to lead?

You don't believe in yourself

You are not alone if you struggle with impostor syndrome and worry you are not as competent as others perceive you to be. We know women leaders often face higher expectations and harsher scrutiny than their male counterparts so it's no wonder the pressure to perform perfectly can leave you full of self-doubt and a fear of making mistakes.

Do you struggle to believe in yourself some days?

FINALLY DO THIS:

Okay, so the real question is what to do about your lack of confidence. The solution is to build it up, gradually and day by day. Work on your confidence. Below are some practical strategies to help you.

Practical Strategies to Overcome These Barriers and Build Your Confidence:

Build your competence

To feel confident, you must first feel competent. Engage in continuous learning and development to build both competence and confidence. Continuous learning and development enhance your effectiveness as a leader. This ongoing growth fosters confidence, enabling you to tackle challenges more effectively and inspire your team with expertise and adaptability.

What areas do you wish you had more competence in?
DO THIS: Make a list and consider how you could grow those skills

Build your awareness

Increasing self-awareness through regular self-reflection is crucial because it helps you identify your strengths and areas for improvement, enhancing decision-making and emotional intelligence. Pausing and reflecting allows you to build emotional control and helps you to maintain your composure, which leads to feeling more self-assured when handling situations.

Do you spend time regularly in self-reflection?
DO THIS: Create a routine of weekly or daily self reflection.

Build your support networks

Find mentors, guides, coaches, teachers and peers to build a support network, especially one full of women. These people can provide guidance and support and help you navigate challenges and make informed decisions in your leadership role. Their insights and experience can provide invaluable perspective, accelerate your learning, and contribute to your professional growth and success.

Do you have female mentors, guides, leaders or coaches?
DO THIS: Make a list of who is in our support network and where you feel you could use more support. Consider how you can build your network.

Build a confident mindset

To challenge Impostor Syndrome, recognize and acknowledge your feelings of impostor syndrome. By confronting these feelings, you develop a conscious awareness of them, "name them to tame them," and then you can prevent them from hijacking your confidence and performance. Then, build new thoughts that will help you feel more confident.

Do you have thoughts that make you feel less than confident?
DO THIS: Rewrite the thoughts that might pull you down to be more confident thoughts.

I'm growing my leadership skills and building competence.
I'm more aware of what's happening inside of me, my thoughts and feelings. That awareness is helping me to be more capable of managing my thoughts and, thus, my composure.
I'm developing competencies by leaning into strong mentors and guides.

How to feel more confident as a woman leader

Confidence is about being comfortable with who you are and trusting your ability to make a positive impact. It is a cornerstone for effective leadership in the nonprofit sector. Confidence is built over time through development, experience, reflection, and support. More intentional focus on these areas will lead to greater self-assurance and success in your leadership role.

If you want to grow your competence, build your confidence and find a network of support, join The Training Library today!

Become a Confident Leader

If you're looking for a supportive community and resources to help build your confidence as a nonprofit leader, consider joining The Training Library membership site.

In The Training Library...

you'll find oodles of training materials
a supportive coach, me, who was a leader in the nonprofit sector for many years
you'll connect with your peers, also women nonprofit leaders, on a similar journey.

The Training Library provides the tools and guidance you need to grow, learn, and lead.

You'll become confident in your leadership abilities
Learn to bounce back when adversity hits
Discover how to be your best self
Find a place to belong!

Join today and take the first step toward becoming the confident, effective nonprofit leader you aspire to be.

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The Leadership Resource Nonprofit Leaders Have Been Waiting For

One of my favourite stories from the book.

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Why Is Nobody Talking About What Really Helps Nonprofit Leaders Ditch Burnout?

Why Burnout Conversations Matter for Nonprofit Leaders

Here are a couple of ways to start the conversation:

I get it, though...

Burnout isn't inevitable—it's preventable.

5 Surprising Weekly Habits That Can Prevent BURNOUT

1 - Create a Weekly 'Do-Not-Do' List

2 - Challenge Your Gratitude

3 - Take Mindful Meal Breaks

4 - Spend 15 Minutes Dreaming

Do a Reflection Speed Round

The Secret to Thriving in Nonprofit Leadership

Burned Out from People-Pleasing? 10 Exact Phrases Nonprofit Leaders Can Steal to Set Boundaries

​A Simple Boundary That Changed Everything for Me

The Cost of People-Pleasing in Leadership

The Link Between Boundaries and Better Decision-Making

A Simple Boundary That Changed Everything for Me

How to Say No Gracefully and Protect Your Energy

A Small Change That Helped One Leader Reclaim Her Time

Save These Phrases and Start Setting Boundaries Today

Ready to Lead with Confidence and Impact?

Ready to Lead with Confidence and Impact?

5 Secrets for Women Leaders to Build Engagement and Run Effective Nonprofit Staff Meetings

Turn Wasted Nonprofit Meetings into Valuable Team Time

1 ) Review Your Agenda Items with these 8 Questions

2) Start Every Nonprofit Staff Meeting with Human Connection

3) Share Responsibility to Build Engagement Among Nonprofit Teams

4) Make Action Items Clear and Track Accountability

5) End on a High Note with Specific Appreciation

Why Effective Staff Meetings Are Key to Nonprofit Success for Women Leaders

Ready to Lead with Confidence and Impact?

4 Practical Confidence Boosting Strategies for Nonprofit Women Leaders

Empower Nonprofit Women Leaders: 4 Actionable Strategies to Boost Confidence

START HERE:

This is why you need to develop your leadership confidence

1 - When you are a confident woman leader, you are perceived as more competent and trustworthy

2 - Confident women leaders are more decisive

3 - Confidence empowers women leaders to pursue continuous learning and development.

4 - Confidence is contagious

THEN CONSIDER THIS:

This is WHAT gets in the way of feeling confident

You lack competence

You've lacked feminine role models.

You don't believe in yourself

FINALLY DO THIS:

Practical Strategies to Overcome These Barriers and Build Your Confidence:

Build your competence

Build your awareness

Build your support networks

Build a confident mindset

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Become an Authentic Leader

Become a Confident Leader

A Simple Boundary That Changed Everything for Me