Anyone at the helm of a nonprofit knows that fundraising is a crucial part of success. It’s also something that can be incredibly challenging. In fact, research suggests that 23% of nonprofits lack a coherent fundraising plan. [1] As the fundraising process evolves, crowdfunding sites for nonprofits are emerging as a viable way to bring…
Monthly Archives: July 2022
When it comes time to start a business, you need a few tools in your arsenal: a good idea, a great customer experience, and a lot of work ethic. The cherry on top? Funding. While there are many ways to fund a small business, grants are a great option. It’s no secret that starting a…
6 Best Connecticut Small Business Banks Charter Oak Federal Credit Union Liberty Bank People’s United Bank Chase Bank Webster Bank Axos Bank When you’re on the hunt for the best small business bank in Connecticut, picking between a host of different types of banks can make the process challenging. Are credit unions better? Do larger…
6 Best Minnesota Small Business Banks Financial Security Bank Chase Bank Citizens Bank Minnesota SPIRE Credit Union US Bank Axos Bank The state of Minnesota is characterized by its freezing winters and proximity to the Great Lakes. It is also known for its hospitable and friendly people, which is reflected in their local and community-operated…
Starting a business can be expensive. There’s production, advertising, inventory, packaging, employees, a storefront. You get the idea. It’s easy to see how the costs can begin to mount. Business funding can help bridge the gap when an entrepreneur needs a financial boost to get their business off the ground. While loans can be very…
Opening a business bank account is an essential part of running a small business. It’s the best way to separate your personal and business expenses. An added bonus is that it usually makes tax season a whole lot easier too. If you own a business in the Peach State, you may be looking for the…
In my work with leaders, a very common theme is the desire to enhance communication. This feeling often emerges from their own awareness and desire to improve the ability to have meaningful conversations with others In essence, it involves finding their voice. Finding that voice is not as easy as just speaking up. Nor is…
Nowadays it’s almost impossible to visit any business-related website without seeing headlines about the great resignation the great reshuffling the great reevaluation or some other term that’s being used to describe the rapid changes in employment happening around the country. Authors, consultants, and business leaders are all offering opinions and solutions for improving recruiting and…
What determines great leadership? When does someone become a great leader? I’ve pondered these questions often as an I/O Psychologist and an aspiring leader. Here is my journey. I started to see myself as a leader during an Outward Bound excursion. Outward Bound is a nonprofit that provides “hands-on” education in the most literal way…
gothamCulture Senior Associate James O’Flaherty was a guest on the Veteran’s Administration (VA) C20 Webcast “The Anxiety of Perfection: Confronting Imposter Syndrome.” James is a former US Marine Captain and holds a master’s degree in Behavioral and Decision Sciences from the University of Pennsylvania. He brought his personal military experience and educational background to the…