9 Dos and Don’ts of Nonprofit Advocacy

There’s a lot of confusion around whether nonprofits can participate in advocacy activities without jeopardizing their 501c3 tax-exempt status. Many organizations shy away from important advocacy opportunities because of the fear that it may land them in hot water—and instead …

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Working in Silos? 6 Ways to Level Up Your Cross-Functional Game

“Silos.” Perhaps one of the most overused but still relevant words in the compendium of nonprofit jargon. Despite the importance of cross-functional collaboration, many mission-driven organizations still seem to operate in silos, with clear divisions—and lack of communication between—teams.

But …

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The Idealist Careers Guide to Mastering the Job Interview | How to Present Yourself in Person

Once you’ve gotten an invitation to interview, you can be fairly certain that you have already impressed the potential employer—at least on paper. Here’s what to do to ensure that you make a good impression during your in-person interview:

Plan …

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