Episode #110 Feel Like You’re Drowning in To-Dos?
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| Understand the “Big 3” – time, focus, and energy—and how to manage what’s actually in your control
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- Discover practical strategies like choice points, GTD, and the Eisenhower Matrix—with a twist
- Break the emotional cycle behind procrastination and perfectionism
- Shift your identity and reclaim your leadership confidence
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Episode # 109
Thinking About Leaving Your Role?
Here’s How to Prepare Your Team and Board Now
If you’re a nonprofit leader—even just thinking about stepping back in the next few years—this episode is for you.
In this conversation I had with Mary Barroll from Charity Village for their CharityVillage Connects podcast, I talk about the real reasons we’re facing a leadership crisis in the nonprofit sector… and why so many transitions fall apart.
In this conversation I had with Mary Barroll from Charity Village for their CharityVillage Connects podcast, I talk about the real reasons we’re facing a leadership crisis in the nonprofit sector… and why so many transitions fall apart.
Key take-a-ways from this episode
| You’ve been quietly wondering:
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This episode will help you:
Whether you’re leaving next year or in five, don’t wait. Now’s the time to get intentional about your legacy.
- Start the right conversations—without fear or guilt
- Understand the gaps in your current team’s readiness
- Recognize the role your board must play in succession
- Develop a plan to step back with confidence—and integrity
- Lead now in a way that prepares your people for later
Whether you’re leaving next year or in five, don’t wait. Now’s the time to get intentional about your legacy.
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You can watch the full Charity Village Connects Episode with all their interviews here
Discover more in The Training Library
Grab one of my books
You can watch the full Charity Village Connects Episode with all their interviews here
Episode #108
The Leadership Book Every Nonprofit Woman Needs
Feeling stuck in survival mode as a nonprofit leader? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m diving deep into my new book, Character Driven Leadership for Women, sharing the transformative journey that led me to create a powerful 5-step leadership framework.
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- Grab Character Driven Leadership on Amazon
- Grab Character Driven Leadership at Chapters/Indigo
- The Training Library Membership Site:
Episode #107
Feeling Like an Imposter? You Might Be Leading Your Nonprofit the Wrong Way
Do you ever feel like leadership just doesn’t feel natural? Like you’re forcing yourself into a mold that doesn’t quite fit? If so, you’re not alone. Many women leaders struggle with feeling disconnected from their leadership because they’ve been taught to lead in ways that don’t align with who they truly are.
In this episode, I share insights from my newest book, Character Driven Leadership for Women, to help you step into leadership that feels strong, authentic, and values-driven.
In this episode, I share insights from my newest book, Character Driven Leadership for Women, to help you step into leadership that feels strong, authentic, and values-driven.
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- Get the first chapter of Character Driven Leadership for Women now
- Join The Training Library for more leadership resources
Episode # 106 - 10 Leadership Goal-Setting Mistakes You’re Probably Making (And How to Fix Them)
19/12/2024
Episode #106
Want Better Goals?
Stop Making These 10 Mistakes
Are your leadership goals setting you up for success or frustration? In this episode, I break down the 10 most common mistakes nonprofit leaders make when setting their goals and. . .
. . . more importantly, how to fix them.
Whether you're struggling to balance personal and professional goals, feeling stuck on how to create an actionable plan, or unsure how to celebrate progress, this episode is packed with strategies to help you thrive.
. . . more importantly, how to fix them.
Whether you're struggling to balance personal and professional goals, feeling stuck on how to create an actionable plan, or unsure how to celebrate progress, this episode is packed with strategies to help you thrive.
Key take-a-ways from this episode
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f you're ready to lead with confidence and authenticity this year, this episode is for you! Plus, grab my free guide to my favourite productivity books to help you get started.
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- The Training Library Membership Site
- Free list of my favourite productivity books
Episode #105
How to Set and Achieve Leadership Goals: Transform Your Nonprofit Leadership
If your goals feel out of reach or hard to act on, you’re not alone. In this episode of Surviving to Thriving, learn how to set actionable goals that transform your leadership and help you grow with confidence.
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- The Training Library Membership Site:
- Join the Nonprofit Leadership Blueprint starting January 8th!
Create your blueprint for confidence with guidance and coaching
The 2025 Nonprofit Leadership Blueprint course is designed specifically for leaders like you who are ready to move from surviving to thriving by creating your own learning and growth plan for 2025.
In this three-session course, you will:
Reflect on your wins from 2024 and uncover what is next.
Set meaningful, achievable leadership goals.
Build a personalized growth plan to reach those goals and create sustainable habits for ongoing success.
The details:
Dates: January 8, 15, and 22, 2025
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 PM MT
Location: Zoom (live sessions with follow-up materials provided)
Investment: $147 CAD
Secure your spot today and start leading with purpose, confidence, and balance in 2025.
Episode #104
Don't Miss Your Year-end Review, Nonprofit Leaders!
If you are a nonprofit leader wanting to grow, lead confidently, and make an impact, a year-end review is the step you can't afford to skip!
In this video, I walk you through why reviewing the past year is the key to unlocking your leadership potential.
You will learn how to reflect strategically, recognize your growth, and set the foundation for success in the new year.
In this video, I walk you through why reviewing the past year is the key to unlocking your leadership potential.
You will learn how to reflect strategically, recognize your growth, and set the foundation for success in the new year.
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- Download the Free Year-End Review Worksheet:
- Take the Free VIA Character Strengths Assessment:
- The Training Library Membership Site:
- Join the Nonprofit Leadership Blueprint starting January 8th!
Create your blueprint for confidence with guidance and coaching
The 2025 Nonprofit Leadership Blueprint course is designed specifically for leaders like you who are ready to move from surviving to thriving by creating your own learning and growth plan for 2025.
In this three-session course, you will:
Reflect on your wins from 2024 and uncover what is next.
Set meaningful, achievable leadership goals.
Build a personalized growth plan to reach those goals and create sustainable habits for ongoing success.
The details:
Dates: January 8, 15, and 22, 2025
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 PM MT
Location: Zoom (live sessions with follow-up materials provided)
Investment: $147 CAD
Secure your spot today and start leading with purpose, confidence, and balance in 2025.
Episode #103
How I Found My Leadership Voice in the Nonprofit World
In this episode, I'm sharing my leadership journey - how I transformed from surviving to thriving in my career. Learn the secrets to building confidence, understanding your strengths, and leading with emotional intelligence.
Key take-a-ways from this episode
| Here are some key take-a-ways from the episode: - Lead Authentically - Align your leadership with your personality, ethic values and strengths for greater impact. 1. Know Your Strengths - Identify what makes you unique and lead with integrity. 2. Own Your Development - Build your skills through self-directed learning and professional development. 3. Start with Self-Reflection - Self-reflection is key to your development. Start with understanding your values. |  |
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Part I - Episode # 102 - How I Survived—and Thrived—in Nonprofit Leadership: A Guide for Women Leaders
https://www.kathyarcher.com/podcast/episode-102-how-i-survived-and-thrived-in-nonprofit-leadership-a-guide-for-women-leaders
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https://www.kathyarcher.com/podcast/episode-102-how-i-survived-and-thrived-in-nonprofit-leadership-a-guide-for-women-leaders
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Episode # 102 - How I Survived—and Thrived—in Nonprofit Leadership: A Guide for Women Leaders
6/11/2024
Episode #102
Thrown into Nonprofit Leadership? How I Learned to Thrive—And You Can Too
Have you ever felt overwhelmed stepping into a nonprofit leadership role without specific training to support the transition?
I did! And It was hard.
In this first part of a two-part series, I’ll share my personal journey from leaving home to college, frontline work, then transition into nonprofit leadership,
I’ll be highlighting the challenges I faced and how she found her way in an often unsupportive nonprofit sector.
I did! And It was hard.
In this first part of a two-part series, I’ll share my personal journey from leaving home to college, frontline work, then transition into nonprofit leadership,
I’ll be highlighting the challenges I faced and how she found her way in an often unsupportive nonprofit sector.
Key take-a-ways from this episode
| In this first part, you’ll hear 1. How I navigated the tough transition from frontline work to leadership without formal training or support. 2. Key moments that shaped my leadership approach, including overcoming overwhelm and finding resilience. 3. Insights on balancing personal values with leadership responsibilities and the power of inner growth. |  |
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If you’re a woman in nonprofit leadership dealing with stress, work-life balance issues, or challenges with team communication, I suspect my story will resonate and offer reassurance that you’re not alone.
I hope that by listening to my story, you’ll feel inspired to lead authentically and find your own way forward.
Stay tuned for Part 2, where I’ll share how coaching transformed my leadership and how these lessons can help you on your journey.
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Mastering Confidence
I hope that by listening to my story, you’ll feel inspired to lead authentically and find your own way forward.
Stay tuned for Part 2, where I’ll share how coaching transformed my leadership and how these lessons can help you on your journey.
The Training Library
Mastering Confidence
Episode #101
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Lead Your Nonprofit with Confidence
Hey, Nonprofit leaders....
Have you ever sat in a room full of confident leaders and wondered, '"What am I even doing here?” That feeling of not measuring up?
It’s called imposter syndrome—and it’s more common than you think.
Have you ever sat in a room full of confident leaders and wondered, '"What am I even doing here?” That feeling of not measuring up?
It’s called imposter syndrome—and it’s more common than you think.
Key take-a-ways from this episode
| In this episode, I open up about my own struggles with self-doubt, the moment I realized I wasn’t alone, and how I discovered that leading authentically is far more powerful than trying to fit a mould. |  |
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The Training Library
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November 6, 13, 20 and 27
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Join The Training Library and get immediate access to on-demand courses. These courses will help you build your leadership competence and confidence without sacrificing your personal life or your compromising values.
Leading from Strengths course
The course will help you harness your unique strengths and face leadership challenges with practical tools.
Mark your calendar:** Four Wednesdays in November, all on Zoom!
November 6, 13, 20 and 27
Save your spot here: https://kathy-archer.teachable.com/p/leading-with-your-strengths
CONNECT WITH ME
DM me on Instagram @KathyDArcher with any questions or hesitations.
Subscribe and leave a review
Your feedback helps me create content that matters to you. And don’t forget to share this episode with someone who needs encouragement on their leadership journey.
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