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360-Degree Look: Seeing Ourselves As Others See Us

In a 360-Degree Look, the board and the staff team seek feedback from those who stand around the outside of the circle (aka: the organization) as well as inside it: clients, community members, volunteers, donors, funders, and staff.

Business Plans for Nonprofit Organizations

Business plans help a nonprofit describe how it intends to implement its mission and achieve its goals.

Financial Director/Controller Job Description

Samples are included for Finance Director/Controller, Staff Accountant, and Bookkeeper or Accounting Assistant.

Free Management Library

The Free Management Library provides free, easy-to-access, online articles to develop yourself, other individuals, groups and organizations (whether the organization is for-profit or nonprofit).

Generational Snapshots

Provides a snapshot of the generations, their work styles, and some differences and similarities in leadership.

How to Develop a Job Description

Use these steps to develop a job description to meet your organizational needs.

How to Staff a Committee

Staff at many levels support volunteer committees. Read these tips to learn how to "lead from below."

Important! What Goes in Personnel Files?

Read this Common Ground article to learn what should and should not be in included in your personnel records.

Improving Your Procedures Takes Teamwork

Find out how to evaluate your procedures to be more effective and efficient.

Increase Your Email Efficiency and Boost Personal Productivity

The following tips for Microsoft Outlook can help you put the power of e-mail to work, boosting your personal productivity to higher levels.

IRS Topic Number 762 - Independent Contractor vs. Employee

Determine whether a worker is an independent contractor or an employee under common law.

Keep Up Staff Morale

Consider these simple ways to keep your staff focused and positive.

Learn How to Make a Sincere Apology at Work

If you ever want to advance, learn how to make a sincere apology at work.

Manager of Finance and Administration Job Description

Sample job description for Manager of Finance and Administration.

Nonprofit Employees Can Benefit from College Loan Forgiveness

Your questions about the public service loan forgiveness program answered.