Podcast Episodes

Ep 236: Defeated Today, Inspired Tomorrow: A New Way to Lead Development

Too many Development Directors feel like failures if they don't hit their revenue numbers — even when circumstances are beyond their control. In this episode, I explore why this mindset is harmful an…

Published on 10 hours ago

Ep. 235: Donor-Advised Funds Demystified

Season 1 Episode 235

Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) are booming—but most nonprofit leaders still find them confusing or inaccessible. In this episode, Mitch Stein from Chariot joins Glennda Testone to bust common myths, expl…

Published on 2 weeks ago

Ep. 234: The Helpers Need Help Too: How Leaders Refill Their Tanks

Season 1 Episode 234

Succession planning gets treated like a worst-case scenario when it should be a regular part of nonprofit leadership. In this episode, Glennda and I get candid about our own transitions—and what we w…

Published on 4 weeks ago

Ep. 233: Leading Through Whiplash: How to Stay Grounded in Uncertain Times

Season 1 Episode 233

Whiplash. That’s how it feels to lead a nonprofit right now. Executive coach, Alex Love and Glennda Testone explore how leaders can stay grounded, care for their teams, and hold onto their mission t…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

Ep. 232: The Helpers Need Help Too: How Leaders Refill Their Tanks

Season 1 Episode 232

In a time when many nonprofits fear losing that very status, we are celebrating wins as a reminder that progress and possibility still exist. Glennda Testone and I share the stories and sparks that a…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ep 231: Improving the Nonprofit Talent Search (with Omar Lopez)

Attracting top talent to your nonprofit isn’t about luck—it’s about alignment. Talent search expert, Omar Lopez shares what it takes to find (and keep) the right people in today’s competitive hiring …

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

Ep. 230: Think Big: How Capital Campaigns Fuel Long-Term Growth (with Amy Eisenstein)

Season 1 Episode 230

What if a capital campaign could be your nonprofit’s ticket to long-term growth? Fundraising expert Amy Eisenstein joins the podcast to bust common myths and share practical insights from decades of …

Published on 3 months ago

Ep 229: Imposter Syndrome Is Real—6 Ways To Overcome It

Season 1 Episode 229

Many nonprofit leaders feel like they’re just one mistake away from being “found out.” Even experienced executives, including myself, wrestle with that nagging voice of doubt, especially in moments o…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ep. 228: Nonprofits Are Under Attack

Season 1 Episode 228

Nonprofits are under attack in 2025—from hostile federal policies, harmful public misconceptions, and risk-averse boards. Glennda Testone and I urge nonprofit leaders to push back, speak up, and lead…

Published on 4 months ago

Ep 227: What Challenging Times Make Possible with Michael Hyatt

Season 1 Episode 227

What if challenging times are invitations to redefine what matters most? Michael Hyatt shares what helped him redefine success, and find a fulfilling way to live and lead.

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago