Don Tebbe is Joan Garry’s guest for Episode 29 of her podcast, Nonprofits are Messy. Here’s the link: Leadership Transitions: How to Avoid the Mess. Join Don and Joan for a lively discussion that covers:
- Recent trends in leadership transitions in the nonprofit sector
- How to create a WRITTEN succession plan (and why it’s critical)
- The single biggest mistake boards make in succession planning
- The three things a board needs to do when confronted with a transition
- Pros and cons of hiring internal candidates
- What to do if you think you made the wrong hire
Also, check out her book, Joan Garry’s Guide to Nonprofit Leadership. In nine chapters, she covers a range of leadership topics, including how to:
- Build a powerhouse board
- Create an impressive and sustainable fundraising program
- Become seen as a “workplace of choice”
- Be a compelling public face of your nonprofit
Joan’s offering two free bonus guides when you buy the book:
- The 14 Attributes of a Thriving Nonprofit
- A Guide to Running a Great Board Meeting
Here’s a link for more info and where you can buy the book and get the bonuses: Nonprofits Are Messy