Listen up, burnout warriors! 👀 Today we're breaking down the toxic relationship between your to-do list and your community connections. 🤝🏾

Welcome to part 6 of the special wellness series, Community Wellness, where we're building our five-star wellness plan ⭐ - and here's the most important truth: Being busy does NOT mean you're building meaningful relationships. 💖

I'm about to spill ALL the community tea, from my days of being a total friendship martyr to learning how to make connections feel sexier than your morning coffee. I'm pulling back the curtain on my own community journey, and we'll talk about: why your self-worth isn't measured by your follower count, how to create connections that actually feed your soul, and how to break free from the "too busy" excuse.

We're busting myths left and right:

• Social media followers ≠ real community 📱
• Busy doesn't mean important 🚫
• Your squad is your self-care secret weapon 💪🏾

If you're ready to trade your lonely scrolling for genuine connections, this episode is your wake-up call. We're ditching the comparison trap and building a community that lifts you up, not weighs you down.

Grab your coffee, lace up, and let's get real about community wellness! ☕🏃🏾‍♀️

xo,

Kishshana

• Breaking the "Too Busy" Myth 🕰️
• Authentic Connection Strategies 💖
• Intentional Community Building 🤝🏾

• (01:00) Introduction to Community Building
• (06:15) Rethinking Relationships
• (11:17) Cultivating Connections
• (17:52) Social Media: Connection or Comparison?

"Your community is the secret sauce that keeps you grounded, sane, and, yes, even happy."

"No one on their deathbed has ever said, 'Oh God, I wish I spent more time at the office.”

"Your people are your wellness, your circle is your strength.”

"Is your social media feed a community, or is it a comparison trap?"

"Asking for support isn't a weakness, it's a superpower."

"Not every relationship is good for you, your community should lift you up and not weigh you down."

"I was treating people who really belong on my front lawn with the same level of care as people who sit at my kitchen table."

"Intentionality matters more than the grand gesture."

"There are so many of us that are lonely right now because we have decided we don't need people."

"It's not about how many things you check off your to-do list. It's about who you spend your time with, and how much love and laughter and connection you invite into your life."

This series is powered by DonorPerfect fundraising software, the trusted partner that empowers nonprofits to do more good with less stress. From donor management to online giving, reporting to planning, DonorPerfect has everything you need to streamline operations and grow your community of supporters.

Are you ready to define your leadership vision, refine your goals, and unlock your potential? (Um.. yes!) You can download their Nonprofit Leadership Workbook for Women for free today. It's your go to guide for navigating challenges and amplifying your voice. (https://www.donorperfect.com/whitepapers/generic/womens-workbook/)

📖 Get Kishshana’s Book https://kishshanapalmer.com/book

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Listen up, my friends. Today we're breaking down the toxic relationship between busyness and your bank account. 👀

Welcome to Episode 5 of our limited series in partnership with DonorPerfect where we’re creating our very own five-star wellness plans ⭐ - and here's an most important truth: Being busy does NOT mean you're making bank. 💵

I'm about to spill all my financial tea, from my days of being a total money martyr to learning how to make savings feel sexier than your morning latte. I'm pulling back the curtain on my own money journey, and we'll talk about: why your self-worth isn't measured by your paycheck, how to create a spending plan that actually feels empowering, and how to break free from money guilt and comparison.

We're busting myths left and right:

• Saving isn't boring ❌
• You don't need a massive chunk of change to start saving ✅
• Financial wellness is about more than just your bank account 💵

Bonus - I'm throwing down a money mindfulness challenge that'll have you tracking every single penny for a week. Are you brave enough to join me?

Remember, financial wellness isn't about having a fat bank account - it's about creating a healthy relationship with money that supports your happiness and overall well-being.

So grab your favorite fancy pen, and let's get financially fabulous together.

xo,

Kishshana

P.S. Comparison is a thief to my pocketbook, and I'm not letting it steal from you either. Let's do this!

• The busyness bank account trap
• Why your self-worth isn't measured by your paycheck
• How to create a spending plan that actually feels empowering
• Breaking free from money guilt and comparison
• Making savings feel as satisfying as your designer handbag (and y'all know I love a good bag)

• (01:00) The Busyness Bank Account Trap
• (10:00) Separating self-worth from financial status, financial therapy, and learning to view money as a tool 
• (20:00) Challenging myths about saving 
• (24:00)Creating vision boards and financial motivation
• (25:00)The connection between mental health and financial wellness
• (35:00) Money Mindfulness Challenge 

"Being busy does not mean you're making bank." -Kishshana

"Working yourself to the bone does not guarantee wealth." -Kishshana

"Real wealth comes from working smarter, not harder." -Kishshana

"Money is a tool. I was using money like a hatchet when I really need to be using it as a precision scalpel." -Kishshana

"Comparison is a thief to my pocketbook." -Kishshana

"Remember, being busy doesn't equal financial success." -Kishshana

"Every dollar should have a purpose." -Kishshana

"Feeling financially fabulous doesn't mean breaking the bank." -Kishshana

"I had to separate my self-esteem from my financial status." -Kishshana

"You are worth more than your bank account. You are worth more than your paycheck." -Kishshana

"When your money ain't right, your mind's not right." -Kishshana

"Financial wellness isn't about having a fat bank account, it's about creating a healthy relationship with money that supports your happiness and overall well-being." -Kishshana

This series is powered by DonorPerfect fundraising software, the trusted partner that empowers nonprofits to do more good with less stress. From donor management to online giving, reporting to planning, DonorPerfect has everything you need to streamline operations and grow your community of supporters.

Are you ready to define your leadership vision, refine your goals, and unlock your potential? (Um.. yes!) You can download their Nonprofit Leadership Workbook for Women for free today. It's your go to guide for navigating challenges and amplifying your voice.  (https://www.donorperfect.com/whitepapers/generic/womens-workbook/)

📖 Get Kishshana’s Book (https://kishshanapalmer.com/book)

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So here's the real tea, friends: Sometimes our busyness is just trauma wearing a fancy productivity costume. We're filling our calendars to avoid dealing with the messy stuff underneath. But you (yes, you) deserve peace. You deserve to breathe. You deserve to put yourself first.

Welcome to Episode 4 of our limited series in partnership with DonorPerfect where we’re creating our very own five-star wellness plans ⭐ - and here's the most important truth: You are allowed to rest. 

I see you, sitting at your desk, eating lunch while answering emails, pretending that "I'm fine" smile actually works. Spoiler alert: it doesn't. We're running on coffee fumes and broken dreams, and it's time to stop. So tune in, get reconnected with yourself, and let’s reclaim our peace, joy, and sanity in a world that's constantly demanding more. ✋

Your mental health is non-negotiable. Period.

xo,

Kishshana

• The importance of recognizing burnout signs + how to spot them.
• How to set boundaries, say "no," and truly take breaks.  
• My thoughts on emotional avoidance through work.

• (02:00) Recognizing signs of burnout;
• (11:00) Trauma and productivity + exploring why people stay constantly busy;
• (15:00) Social media detox challenge;

"Sometimes busyness is just trauma, playing dress up." -Kishshana

"Your inbox does not define your worth." -Kishshana

"No is a complete sentence. Every time you say yes to something ridiculous, you're saying no to your peace, your time, and honestly, your sanity." -Kishshana

"Your mental wellness and your mental well-being, my friends, it is non-negotiable. And if you're not prioritizing you, then who will?" -Kishshana

"We bury ourselves in our work so that we don't have to deal with what's really going on beneath the surface." -Kishshana

"If it doesn't spark joy or pay my bills, I'm letting it go." -Kishshana

"You deserve the peace that comes out on the other side. You deserve it." -Kishshana

This series is powered by DonorPerfect fundraising software, the trusted partner that empowers nonprofits to do more good with less stress. From donor management to online giving, reporting to planning, DonorPerfect has everything you need to streamline operations and grow your community of supporters.

Are you ready to define your leadership vision, refine your goals, and unlock your potential? (Um.. yes!) You can download their Nonprofit Leadership Workbook for Women for free today. It's your go to guide for navigating challenges and amplifying your voice. (https://www.donorperfect.com/whitepapers/generic/womens-workbook/)

📖 Get Kishshana’s Book  (https://kishshanapalmer.com/book)

💚 Work with ManageMint (https://managemint.co)

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Picture this, friends: You're scrolling through life on autopilot, your LinkedIn title feels like your entire identity, and you can't remember the last time you did something just for JOY. Sound familiar? This episode is for you, friend. It’s time to trade that stress ball for a crystal ball, soul searchers! ✨

Welcome to Episode 3 of our limited series in partnership with DonorPerfect where we’re creating our very own five-star wellness plans ⭐ - it’s time to find purpose beyond the daily grind and connect with something bigger than ourselves.

In this episode I break down my take on REAL spiritual wellness - it's not about hoarding crystals, it's about finding purpose and reconnecting with your inner Beyoncé. Tune in to hear how to create meaningful rituals and turn everyday moments into soul-nourishing experiences. 

A Bonus? Tune in for a cheeky challenge that'll have you exploring your spiritual side with curiosity and zero judgment. Whether you're a wellness newbie or a self-care skeptic, this episode is your ticket to finding peace, one deep breath at a time. 💚

xo,

Kishshana

• Redefining Your Purpose and Core Values
• Practical Steps to Spiritual Wellness
• How to create intentional rituals that can transform your life, starting today

• (02:00) Spirit Quest 101: What is Spiritual Wellness?; 
• (15:00) Finding Work-Life Synergy, Not Just Balance;  
• (19:00) Spiritual Practices Challenge;

“Your purpose isn't your job title.”

“I didn't realize how much my identity was connected to my job, until I got laid off for the first time." 

"Spiritual wellness is about finding purpose beyond the daily grind... connecting with something bigger than yourself."

"Everywhere you go, there you are. I don't believe in work-life balance. I believe in work-life synergy and integration."

"These practices did not replace my faith. They expanded it."

"You don't know what works for you until you try it a few times."

"Sometimes peace is just one deep breath away."

"Is it awards, or is it feeling at peace when you close your laptop?"

"Your couch can be as spiritual as any retreat in Bali."

This series is powered by DonorPerfect fundraising software, the trusted partner that empowers nonprofits to do more good with less stress. From donor management to online giving, reporting to planning, DonorPerfect has everything you need to streamline operations and grow your community of supporters.

Are you ready to define your leadership vision, refine your goals, and unlock your potential? (Um.. yes!) You can download their Nonprofit Leadership Workbook for Women for free today. It's your go to guide for navigating challenges and amplifying your voice. (https://www.donorperfect.com/whitepapers/generic/womens-workbook/)

📖 Get Kishshana’s Book  (https://kishshanapalmer.com/book)

💚 Work with ManageMint (https://managemint.co)

🎧 Subscribe to Never Miss an Episode

Okay, listen up, y'all. Today, we're talking about this body of ours - that thing we've been ignoring while we answer just one more email. 😬 (I know we’re all guilty!)

Welcome to Episode 2 of our limited series in partnership with DonorPerfect where we’re creating our very own five-star wellness plans ⭐ - no more glorifying the hustle, just pure joy and balance.

Today friends, we're pulling back the curtain on the small, manageable ways to prioritize your physical wellness and well-being without turning your life upside down. 💪

Now, let's get into the nitty-gritty of physical wellness and well-being. Whether you love the gym or you're someone who's mastered the art of avoiding exercise altogether, this episode is for you. 🫵 As your friendly guide, I'm here to cover everything from sneaky micro workouts to the way your living space impacts your well-being. Yes, friends, your actual environment affects the way you live.

The most important thing is finding what works for you in this season of life, and by the end of this episode you’ll feel ready to set manageable goals that meet this moment for you. It’s all about progress over perfection, y'all. ✔️

Let's get to it. Send this to a friend who needs to hear this too, because wellness is better when we do it together. 🫶Take care of that amazing, hard-working body of yours. Yes, yours, even if it currently hates you for all those skipped squats and extra cocktails. 🥂We got this!

xo,

Kishshana

• The Impact of Your Environment on Physical Well-Being
• The Importance of Sleep and Rest
• How to Balance Physical Wellness with Your Daily Life

• (01:00) Tone-setting + the intersection of physical wellness and your well-being;
• (03:00) Balancing your physical well-being in your daily life;
• (06:00) The importance of sleep and rest;
• (16:00) The impact of your environment on your physical well-being;

"Your body, yep, this vessel is still there, and it is sick of you and your foolishness, so it's silently plotting revenge for all of those skipped gym sessions and sleepless nights." -Kishshana

"Physical wellness and well-being isn't all about fitness. And even though I'm going to talk a little bit about it, it doesn't mean hours at the gym or pricey personal trainers." -Kishshana

"The quality of your living space can impact not just your physical health, my friends, but also your mental health.” -Kishshana

"Your space should feel like a sanctuary and not another source of chaos." -Kishshana

"Sleep is how your body heals and how it recharges. Skipping on it doesn't make you more productive. It just makes you like a ticking time bomb for burnout." -Kishshana

"When you are thinking about the physical wellness and well-being in your five star wellness plan, I want you to really think about what does it take for me to be well, for my physical body to be well, my vessel, for my environment to be well." -Kishshana

"Progress over perfection, y'all. Small, consistent steps will get you further than an all-or-nothing approach." -Kishshana

"It's about consistency. It's about progress over perfection, and it's about sneaking some health into your day in a way that works for you." -Kishshana

This series is powered by DonorPerfect fundraising software, the trusted partner that empowers nonprofits to do more good with less stress. From donor management to online giving, reporting to planning, DonorPerfect has everything you need to streamline operations and grow your community of supporters.

Are you ready to define your leadership vision, refine your goals, and unlock your potential? (Um.. yes!) You can download their Nonprofit Leadership Workbook for Women for free today. It's your go to guide for navigating challenges and amplifying your voice. (https://www.donorperfect.com/whitepapers/generic/womens-workbook/)

📖 Get Kishshana’s Book  (https://kishshanapalmer.com/book)

💚 Work with ManageMint (https://managemint.co)

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Hey hey friends, welcome back to the podcast! It's been way too long since I've had the chance to chat with y'all, but I'm so excited to kick off this brand new special series in partnership with DonorPerfect. Over the course of the next 5 episodes, I’ll be sharing my personal journey and advice to help you create your very own five-star wellness plan ⭐ - no more glorifying the hustle, just pure joy and balance.

In this first episode, I'm gonna be real with you - we're diving headfirst into the busy trap. You know, that hamster wheel of doom where we treat being busy like it's some kind of badge of honor? Yeah, that one. 🤦‍♀️.

I'm gonna break down why we get so caught up in this cycle and how it's actually robbing us of joy, creativity, and connection. Spoiler alert: busy doesn't equal productivity, my friends. 

But don't worry, I'm not just gonna leave you hanging. It's time to ditch the busy and start thriving, y'all. So buckle up. By the end of this episode, you're gonna be ready to ghost your to-do list and swap burnout for balance. ⚖️  Let's do this!

xo,

Kishshana

• How to finally escape the "busy trap" and start thriving instead of just surviving.
• Learn why busyness is often just a facade, not a true sign of productivity - and how to ditch that mentality for good. 
• Explore the power of the "slow movement" and mindful living.

• (01:00) Tone-setting + my personal journey and the five-star wellness plan;
• (09:00) The Busy Trap and its impact on productivity;
• (14:00) The slow movement and mindful living;
• (19:00) Breaking free from the psychological effects of busyness;
• (24:00) The five points of the Five-Star Wellness Plan + what to expect this series;
• (27:00) The busy trap is a choice and you have the power to choose differently;

"Busy doesn't equal productivity. That was a hard one for me." -Kishshana

"Somewhere along the way, we started treating busy like it was a badge of honor." -Kishshana

"Busy robs us of joy and of creativity and connection, and I've been there like way too many times." -Kishshana

"Hustle culture is a scam.” -Kishshana

"Real success comes when we prioritize what truly matters. But are you ready for that kind of freedom, prioritizing what truly matters like? Do you even know what really matters to you?" -Kishshana

"Rest isn't just self care. It's actually a superpower." -Kishshana

"The busy trap isn't a life sentence, it's a choice. And you have the power to choose differently." -Kishshana

"Hustle. Hustle is temporary, but joy that's forever.” -Kishshana

“Ditch the busy and start living." -Kishshana

This series is powered by DonorPerfect fundraising software, the trusted partner that empowers nonprofits to do more good with less stress. From donor management to online giving, reporting to planning, DonorPerfect has everything you need to streamline operations and grow your community of supporters.

Are you ready to define your leadership vision, refine your goals, and unlock your potential? (Um.. yes!) You can download their Nonprofit Leadership Workbook for Women for free today. It's your go to guide for navigating challenges and amplifying your voice.  (https://www.donorperfect.com/whitepapers/generic/womens-workbook/).

📖 Get Kishshana’s Book  (https://kishshanapalmer.com/book)

💚 Work with ManageMint (https://managemint.co)

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We’re not playing nice in this one, friend! This episode features the creatively talented Rochelle Sodipo, Creative Director at Roseredd. In it, we discuss the widespread practice of faux vulnerability, the art of intellectualizing, and how you can start bringing out your own authentically vulnerable creativity.

Meet Rochelle Sodipo:

Rochelle is best known for Brand Identity and Brand Strategy. She is the founder and Creative Director of Roseredd, Etc.®, a brand support agency focused on branding and design. 

As a consultant and coach, Rochelle partners with executives, entrepreneurs, artists, and influencers to build and cultivate individual and organizational brands across their stages of growth, from start-up to scale.  She supports clients that range in size from small businesses to multi-million dollar organizations.

A fine artist and educator by training, Rochelle pairs her passion for the aesthetics of art with her expertise in scaffolding and pedagogy to work with clients to understand and refine a brand vision that reflects their core values. Her signature service, “Soul Level Branding,” leverages the Roseredd, Etc.®️ framework to go beyond design by defining, highlighting, and amplifying the personality and value proposition of a brand before curating a complementary visual identity. 

Rochelle self-identifies as a creative leader. As a designer, she prides herself on using standard tools in non-traditional ways and finding clear connections between what others may see as disparate ideas to create a cohesive vision.

Outside of running day-to-day operations for Roseredd, Etc.®, Rochelle teaches tools and tactics to support solo-entrepreneurs and other students in understanding how to effectively mix brand theory and creative artistry to drive impact while retaining the heart of a brand. 

Episode Highlights:

• (10:50) Weapons of distraction; 
• (26:36) Faux vulnerability; 
• (32:15) Leverage good storytelling; 
• (46:39) Introspection;

Connect with Rochelle

Facebook: @rosereddetc 

Instagram: @rosereddetc 

LinkedIn: @rochellesodipo

Episode Resources:

• Roseredd Course (https://www.rosereddcourses.com)
• For more Management Mastery head over to ManageMint (https://managemint.co)
• Get our free eBook "Super Leaders Need Love, Too: 3 Hacks for Not-So-Great Days" (https://www.managemint.co/freeresources)

Support the Show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/managemintmadeeasy)

We are featuring the wonderfully regal Liz Miranda, State Representative 5th Suffolk District, MA House of Representatives. In it, Miranda shares her journey about being an immigrant in the United States, how the killing of her brother shaped her career, and the importance of being an effective political leader in underrepresented communities. 

Meet Liz Miranda:

Liz is best known for leading the police reform bill in Massachusetts to passage and her Social Moniker is Betti! 

Since elected in 2018 and re-elected in 2020, Elizabeth "Liz" Miranda has served as State Representative for the 5th Suffolk District of Roxbury and Dorchester. 

Representative Miranda currently serves as the Vice Chair of the Committee on Human Resources and Employee Engagement, and serves on the Joint Committee(s) on Community Development and Small Businesses, Public Safety and Homeland Security, and Veterans and Federal Affairs. 

In her first term, Representative Miranda has filed and passed legislation to reimagine public safety, improve racial disparities in maternal health, promote environmental justice within disproportionately impacted communities, and ensure a just recovery for micro-to-small businesses most impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. 

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, she was the first legislator in the Commonwealth to establish a district-led community care program which connected 3,000 vulnerable residents with support and resources.

As a result of Rep. Miranda’s Covid Vaccine Equity Bill, Governor Baker implemented nearly all of the core tenants of the legislation- reimagining health to include socioeconomic determinants.

As the daughter of Cabo Verdean immigrants, Representative Miranda has been a tireless advocate for immigrant rights, while leading the fight for an equitable recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Prior to serving in the Massachusetts Legislature, Representative Miranda was a non-profit executive, entrepreneur, and community organizer, which began as a teen living in the Dudley triangle. 

In 2017, Representative Miranda lost her 28-year-old brother, Michael Miranda, to gun violence. After her decades long advocacy for gun violence prevention, losing her brother was a catalyst in her entrance to electoral politics. Her lived experience and commitment to community propels her fight for immigrant rights, criminal legal system reform, improved black maternal health outcomes, and economic justice.

Her professional roles have included serving as the Executive Director for the Hawthorne Youth and Community Center and Director of Youth Opportunity Development at Dudley Street Neighborhood Initiative (DSNI). Rep. Miranda’s career has aimed to build resident-led leadership and advocacy for youth development, violence prevention, and economic justice. 

Representative Miranda is a Wellesley College alumna and proud graduate of Boston Public Schools, graduating from the John D O'Bryant School of Mathematics and Science. She is an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Boston Alumnae Chapter, and the Wellesley Club of Boston.

Episode Highlights:

• (10:04) Demand more and demand better; 
• (12:03) Leadership is both a privilege and a responsibility; 
• (17:59) Being a little too much in leadership;

Connect with Liz:

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://lizmiranda.com

Instagram: @replizmiranda

Episode Resources:

• For more Management Mastery head over to ManageMint (https://managemint.co)
• Get our free eBook "Super Leaders Need Love, Too: 3 Hacks for Not-So-Great Days" (https://www.managemint.co/freeresources)

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This episode features the brilliant Lenita Dunlap, Principal at Not Just Fundraising, as she discusses what it means to cut through the chaos. Lenita tells us what led her to provide trauma-informed care, the world of nonprofits, and her mission to provide access to mental health and equitable education for marginalized communities.

Meet Lenita Dunlap:

Known as The Chaos Whisperer, Lenita loves working through crisis situations and helping individuals and organizations experience freedom. She has such a heart for the third sector and believes we can truly change the world with proper resources and support. Lenita’s an advocate for change and will help leaders achieve their goals.

For the past 20 years, Lenita has dedicated her life to service and advocacy for access to mental health and equitable education for marginalized communities through working in educational and nonprofit organizations that uplift and empower young people and their families. As a consultant and thought partner, she specializes in guiding teams through crisis situations and introducing their missions to various stakeholders. As a Community Development and Mental Health expert, Lenita combines research, policy, and expertise to empower, motivate, and rally teams through facilitation and leadership development.

Lenita’s commitment to mental health access was birthed from advocating for her family's mental health journey. She witnessed firsthand the difficulty in finding proper support, as well as the lack of affordability, diversity, and cultural competency needed to create safe psychological spaces for healing. Leveraging this experience led her to revamp a failing after-school program to a creative and innovative after-school program based on research centered around the effects of trauma on refugee children. Instead of focusing solely on academics, she introduced trauma-informed care to the refugee serving space within after-school work that later received international recognition and accolades. In this previous leadership role, Lenita grew the organization's annual budget by 300% within five years, led a rebranding campaign, expanded program reach, garnered international attention, and earned certification for all sites.

Lenita was a featured speaker at the 2019 Australia and New Zealand Refugee Trauma Recovery in Resettlement Conference in Brisbane, Australia, and the North American Refugee Health Conference in Toronto, Canada. Both platforms provided an opportunity to share her unique perspective. Her presentation highlights included addressing mental health during after-school programming, diving deeper into the effects of trauma on the brain in the context of refugees, and observing different models of implementation for various therapies. She has also co-led and facilitated presentations for the local and global chapters for the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP). Within these platforms, she taught participants how to diversify their board and staff, pivot and twirl during challenging times, and shared with nonprofit leaders the need to SLOW DOWN, BREATHE AND CELEBRATE. 

Currently, VP of Operations at Abide Women’s Health and as a PhD student in Public Administration and Policy at the University of Texas at Arlington researching burnout, refugee resettlement, equity, and, leadership, Lenita understands the trials and triumphs of nonprofit leaders not only practically but theoretically. She holds two masters: one in Education and the other Public Administration. Lenita also earned certificates in nonprofit management and marketing from the Center for Nonprofit Management.

Episode Highlights:

• (4:05) Cutting through the chaos; 
• (12:59) What do you need as a leader; 
• (17:52) What’s happening to our leadership pipeline?; 
• (22:00) Healthy organizations;
• (26:15) Chaos in organizations;
• (44:15) How burnout is tied to equity;

Connect with Lenita:

Instagram: @lenitariley

LinkedIn: @lenitarileydunlap

Website: https://notjustfundraising.com

Episode Resources:

• For more Management Mastery head over to ManageMint (https://managemint.co)
• Get our free eBook "Super Leaders Need Love, Too: 3 Hacks for Not-So-Great Days" (https://www.managemint.co/freeresources)

Support the Show (https://buymeacoffee.com/managemintmadeeasy)

The talented principal and CEO at The Board Pro, Christal Cherry shares with us the struggles she faced in her dating life, the challenges she faced when she decided to adopt at 45, and how her little boy has not only made her a better person but has taught her to be a better leader.

Meet Christal Cherry:

Christal’s Social Moniker is I'm a Bold Bitch! and she’s best known for being direct, loyal, and vocal!

“She pushed through her fear and did it anyway!”

Christal M. Cherry is a nationally recognized nonprofit executive and professionally trained fundraiser. With over 20 years in the nonprofit sector, she has supported higher education institutions, human services organizations, and faith-based missions. Christal also served as a Senior Consultant at the GA Center for Nonprofits and is currently the CEO of The Board Pro, a consulting firm designed to transform leaders through board service.

As The Board Pro, Christal’s works with nonprofit boards to coach, train, and counsel them to be effective governing and fundraising arms for their organizations. She also assists with finding qualified and diverse talent to add to boards, onboarding, culture assessments, and diversity, equity, and inclusion training.

Christal earned a MA in Counseling from Hampton University, a BA in Liberal Arts from Hofstra University, and professional development certifications in nonprofit leadership, social media fundraising, and nonprofit management.

She currently serves on the board of the Greater Atlanta chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and the Villages of Carver YMCA. She is a regular trainer and facilitator with CANDID, Qgiv, Network for Good, Bloomerang, Kindful, and the Mississippi Alliance of Nonprofits and Philanthropy where she facilitates webinars and teaches courses in fundraising, board development, and equity and inclusion. Christal has been a guest on multiple podcasts and enjoy serving as a requested expert on board matters. She is contributing author in Collecting Courage, a documenting of racism and survival by fourteen accomplished Black fundraisers working across the United States and Canada. Her first children’s book: Mac and Cheez: Being Different is Okay will be released on Amazon on November 21, 2021. Christal also enjoys her membership in the African American Development Officers Network, Toastmasters, and F3, Fabulous Female Fundraisers which she founded. 

Episode Highlights:

• (14:05) Challenges of adopting; 
• (19:15) How life changed after adoption; 
• (41:19) The Board Pro;

Connect with Christal:

Facebook: @theboardpro

LinkedIn: @Christal M Cherry

The Board Pro: https://www.theboardpro.com

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