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Outsourcing: The Only Solution To Staffing Shortages

Outsourcing: The Only Solution To Staffing Shortages

By Melissa Lagowski CEO/Founder/Queen Bee Debates continue about the “great resignation” and the fast-rising salary demands that are running rampant in the current hiring climate (also known as wage compression). As nonprofits and associations strive to serve their missions with diminishing resources, many are struggling to find the experienced workers they need at a salary they can afford. Just as frustrating, the labor shortage increases the demands on your existing staff (who are already taxed as a result of the pandemic), which results in higher levels of burnout. So, what is an organization to do? We’ve seen a recent rise...

5 Secrets to Streamlining Your Administrative Tasks

5 Secrets to Streamlining Your Administrative Tasks

By: Melissa Lagowski Founder, CEO and Queen Bee, Big Buzz Idea Group Nonprofit leadership and high-level salaried staff need time and space to focus on their organization’s mission, growth, strategy and fundraising. But all too often, we see these leaders become bogged down and burned out by administrative tasks trying to wear a million different hats. Does this sound familiar? With a few changes, it’s possible to streamline your nonprofit’s admin tasks and create effective systems. These efficiencies will improve day-to-day operations to benefit your leadership, staff and those you serve. #1 Segment Calls, Emails and Other Communications Managing incoming and...

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  • 5 Reasons to Outsource Instead of Rely on Volunteers
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  • Promotion Ideas to Benefit Your Nonprofit – Part I
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  • How Big Is Your Fire?
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  • DIY Event Photos
  • Leadership Starts with You
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  • Grateful for Nonprofit Leaders
  • 2020: A Lesson in Gratitude
  • Boost Your Daily Productivity
  • Cross-Train Your Team for Better Outcomes
  • Organizational Operations Versus Organizational Strategy
  • Client Spotlight: Cyberjutsu
  • Re-Imagine the Possibilities to Better Serve Your Mission
  • Should Sponsorships Include Membership Dues?
  • Why Identifying and Communicating Your Core Values Is Important
  • What’s Your Nonprofit’s First Impression?
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  • Post-Pandemic Event Lessons
  • How to Keep Your Visuals On-Brand
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  • Nonprofit Event Venues 101
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  • Self-Care: A Necessity for Successful Leadership
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  • Promotion Ideas to Benefit Your Nonprofit – Part II
  • The 3 Mistakes I Made Managing a Nonprofit
  • How to Hire a Consultant
  • Conference Call Hero – 6 Tips to Master the Art of Video and Audio Conferencing
  • Interim Directors Provide Strength in Times of Transition
  • Engage Your Board – Start with Recruiting and End with A High-Performance Culture
  • How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media to Meet Goals
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  • Take Time to Evaluate Your Events
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  • These Red Flags Scream That You Need a New Bookkeeper
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  • How To Secure More Donor Dollars
  • Keep Your Mission in Mind to Maximize Results
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