Looking to cut through the chaos in your nonprofit's day-to-day operations? You're not alone—and you're in the right place.

In this episode of Inside Incite, Kari Anderson (Principal Consultant at Incite Consulting) shares her top tech tools and strategies that actually work for nonprofits. We’re not talking about shiny gadgets or expensive overhauls—we’re talking about real solutions that bring clarity, save time, and strengthen your systems without breaking your budget.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why nonprofit operations often feel messy—and how to fix it

• Kari’s top CRM picks (spoiler: ARIVA and DonorPerfect make the list)

• Communication tools that actually boost internal and external engagement

• Automation platforms that free up your team’s time and sanity

• Strategic planning and succession tools for long-term growth

• How peer support and partnerships can enhance your tech decisions

Whether you're a small team buried in spreadsheets or a growing org trying to get your systems to scale with your mission—this episode is for you.

Tools Mentioned:

• CRMs: ARIVA, Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud, DonorPerfect

• Communication: Slack, Microsoft Teams, MailChimp

• Workflow: Asana, Trello, Monday.com

• Strategic Planning: Succession tools and goal trackers

Kari’s Takeaway: The best tech tools aren’t about bells and whistles—they’re about supporting your people, improving collaboration, and making your mission easier to execute.

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Follow Kari: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kariandersonincite Website: https://www.inciteconsultinggroup.com Listen on Apple & Spotify, or right here on YouTube!

Time Management for Nonprofit Leaders: Simple, Smart Strategies That Actually Work Are you drowning in to-do lists and Zoom calls, wondering where your day went? You’re not alone and you’re not doing anything wrong. In this episode of Kari’s Confessions: A Nonprofit Exec Tells All, Kari Anderson dives into the time management techniques she uses (and teaches!) to help nonprofit professionals stay focused, reduce burnout, and get more of the right things done.

Whether you're leading a small team or juggling multiple roles, this video is packed with practical, no-fluff strategies to reclaim your time and boost your productivity without burning out.

What You’ll Learn:

• The one productivity mindset shift every nonprofit leader needs

• How to track your time (and why it’s a game changer)

• Kari’s go-to prioritization methods (hello, Eisenhower Matrix + Pareto Principle)

• The truth about multitasking and what to do instead

• Realistic tips for beating procrastination (eatting the frog)

• Why rest is a time management strategy, not a luxury

Kari’s Favorite Tools & Tactics:

• Pomodoro Technique

• Kanban boards (Trello fans, you’re in luck!)

• Rapid Planning Method

• GTD (Getting Things Done) system

Try This Challenge: Pick 2 time management strategies from this episode and commit to them for one week. You might be surprised how much clarity and control you get back!

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Need more resources? Visit https://www.inciteconsultinggroup.com Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karianderson/

Want to move beyond one-time gifts and start building meaningful, long-term relationships with your donors? In this episode Kari breaks down what donor relationship management really means and why it’s so much more than a thank-you note and a donation receipt.

📌 You’ll Learn:

• Why long-term donor relationships are essential to your nonprofit’s stability and growth

• The 5 stages of donor development and how to show up at each one

• How to segment your donor communications to create personal, mission-driven connections

• Ways to use tech (hello CRMs!) to streamline your efforts without losing the human touch

• Creative best practices that help your donors feel seen, valued, and invested

Kari keeps it real with practical, actionable tips for teams of any size (yes, even if you’re a “power team of one”).

🎯 Whether you’re a new fundraiser or a seasoned ED, this episode will help you level up how you connect with the people who make your mission possible.

🔗 Resources Mentioned: → Learn more at https://inciteconsultinggroup.com → Follow Kari on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kariandersonincite → Book a call: Schedule Here

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Are you relying too heavily on a single funding stream? In this episode of Kari’s Confessions, I'll share five practical, proven strategies to diversify your revenue and set your nonprofit up for long-term financial stability.

Whether you’re a small grassroots org or an established nonprofit looking to shake things up, this episode gives you real-world, easy-to-implement tips that go beyond bake sales and silent auctions. 

📌 What You’ll Learn:

• How to use technology to power monthly giving & peer-to-peer fundraising
• Ways to engage major donors (and think beyond cash)
• Creative ways to partner with businesses (hint: it’s not just logos on banners)
• Fundraising ideas that stand out and actually excite your audience
• The importance of SMART goals + how to track your progress with visuals

This episode is your nonprofit’s quick-start guide to building financial resilience in 2025—and beyond.

👇 Helpful Links & Tools Mentioned

📍 Recommended CRM: Areva

📍 Templates for non-cash donation policies – Email Kari at: [email protected]

📍 More nonprofit resources: https://inciteconsultinggroup.com

🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with your team or board. For more tips and nonprofit leadership strategies, hit the bell so you never miss an episode.

🎧 Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you stream your favorites.

Let’s build stronger, more sustainable nonprofits, together.

Tech isn’t just for startups and Silicon Valley. In this video, Kari Anderson breaks down how nonprofit leaders can embrace technology to lead smarter, not harder. 💻💡

From everyday tools that streamline communication to platforms that transform board engagement, we’re diving into real-world examples of how tech is helping organizations just like yours adapt, innovate, and thrive. 

🧭 What you’ll learn:

• How to select tech tools that actually support your mission (no shiny object syndrome here!) - Why tech strategy matters just as much as budget
• Tips for bringing your board and staff along for the ride
• The mindset shifts nonprofit leaders need to stay agile in a digital world 👉 
• Whether you’re a self-proclaimed technophobe or already exploring AI, there’s something here to help you level up your leadership without losing your authenticity. 

📌 BONUS: Kari shares a few of her favorite platforms (and how she’s seen them transform real organizations!)

Resources & Links:

📅 Book a free consult with Kari: https://669181.17hats.com/p#/scheduling/rrkvgfzkthtvfkszkkdtpszcsdvzfszk

 🔗 More from Incite Consulting: https://www.inciteconsultinggroup.com

What really happens when a crisis hits your nonprofit? Spoiler alert: It’s not just about having a binder full of contingency plans.

In this video, I’m diving into what I’ve learned—firsthand and through coaching nonprofit leaders—about leading through the unexpected. 

Whether it's a global pandemic, a funding cut, or internal upheaval, how you lead during a crisis sets the tone for your entire organization. 

Here’s what I cover:

✔ What actually works when everything feels like it’s on fire

✔ How to keep communication clear, honest, and human

✔ The mindset shifts that helped leaders stay steady under pressure

✔ Real talk on what not to do when stress is high

✔ Best practices you can adopt today—before the next curveball comes your way

No jargon. No buzzwords. Just grounded, tested advice for leaders who want to show up with clarity and courage when it matters most.

Think serving on a nonprofit board is just about showing up to meetings and giving your two cents? Think again.

In this video, I’m tackling some of the most common myths I hear about nonprofit board service—and sharing what it actually takes to be an effective, engaged board member in 2025 and beyond.

Whether you're currently on a board, considering joining one, or leading a nonprofit that's trying to energize its board—this is for you. 

I’m breaking down: 

✔ Why board service is more than just a résumé booster 

✔ The truth about time commitments and responsibilities 

✔ What fundraising really means for board members (spoiler: it’s not just asking your friends for money)

✔ How to create a board culture that people actually want to be part of

Board service can be meaningful, rewarding, and fun—but only when the expectations are clear and the myths are cleared out of the way.

After working with hundreds of nonprofit leaders over the years, I’ve seen what works… and what really doesn’t.

This video is a roundup of the hard-won lessons and best practices I’ve gathered from real-world experience in the nonprofit sector—shared with honesty, a little humor, and a whole lot of heart.

Whether you're a seasoned ED, a new board member, or somewhere in between, this is your chance to skip the trial-and-error phase and learn what actually makes the biggest difference in the day-to-day work of leading a nonprofit.

In this video, I’m sharing: 

✔ The top leadership habits that make or break teams

✔ What I wish more boards understood from day one

✔ Common traps that burn people out—and how to avoid them

✔ Practical strategies you can apply right now to run smarter, not harder

This isn’t theory. It’s the stuff I talk about in board retreats, strategy sessions, and hallway huddles. If you’re ready to make better decisions, strengthen your leadership, and move your mission forward—this one’s for you.

If I had a dollar for every time a nonprofit leader told me, “We don’t really do branding,” I’d probably have a solid annual fund by now.

Here’s the truth: whether you mean to or not, you are branding your organization through every newsletter, event, social media post, and staff interaction.

So the real question isn’t if you’re doing branding… It’s how intentional you’re being about it.

In this video, I’m breaking down why consistent branding matters for nonprofits and how to get there without hiring a fancy agency.

You’ll learn:

✔ What “branding” actually means (it’s more than your logo)

✔ Why consistency builds trust—with donors, funders, and your own team

✔ How to tighten up your brand across platforms without losing your mind

✔ Easy ways to get started—even if you’re starting from scratch

Branding shouldn’t feel overwhelming or out of reach. You already have the heart—let’s ensure your materials, messaging, and visuals reflect that. 🎯

In this final episode of "Kari's Confessions," Kari Anderson, a seasoned nonprofit executive and principal at Incite! Consulting, explores the power of strategic planning in driving nonprofit success. With 25 years of experience in leadership roles, Kari shares insights on why strategic planning matters, how to overcome common barriers, and tips for creating a plan that serves as a dynamic tool for organizational growth.

Kari discusses the significant role strategic planning plays in increasing fundraising success, improving board-staff relationships, and fostering accountability within nonprofits.

Key Episode Takeaways:

1. What Strategic Planning Is: Learn how strategic planning provides a guiding framework for setting short- and long-term goals, aligning board and staff efforts, and charting a clear path forward for your organization.

2. Benefits and Barriers: Understand the positive impact of strategic planning, from increased revenue to stronger donor confidence, and learn how to address barriers such as time constraints, funding concerns, and scheduling challenges.

3. Tips for Success: Kari offers practical advice on how to make the strategic planning process engaging and effective. From involving stakeholders to creating actionable steps and reviewing progress regularly, she outlines how to ensure the plan remains a living document.

Kari highlights the importance of celebrating wins, maintaining momentum, and involving stakeholders in the planning process. She stresses that while strategic planning may seem daunting, it is an essential investment in the sustainability and growth of any nonprofit.

• Follow Kari on your favorite streaming platforms, including YouTube, Apple, and Spotify.

• For additional resources on organizational storytelling and tools, follow Kari on LinkedIn.

• Visit her website at Incite Consulting Group.