Radio Free 501c - a podcast about Nonprofit Management

Episode 254: We all wish we had the time to reflect, recharge, re-energize and just think! But how many of us actually give ourselves the gift of time? My guest Laura Caputo did just that -- she gave herself a sabbatical. She shares her experience and what she learned about herself and what she wants her life to look like. This inspiring conversation will get you thinking about taking your own sabbatical -- or at least setting aside a few days of "quiet work time." Laura loves artificial intelligence so we discuss that and how it was part of her sabbatical. As married consultants we also talk about "consulting our spouses" and how that can be productive and rewarding. What did Cecilia's husband pay her with for a staff presentation? Listen and find out! How do you recharge? Share a comment!

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter "Rogue Speak."

This week's topic: Lazy Thinking Undermines Everything

Episode 253: All messaging begins with clear and consistent writing. For Nonprofits to have success in mission fulfillment, consistent messaging is necessary across all areas of the organization. My guest, Stephanie Malench of Write by Steph, is a writer and nonprofit consultant who shares her experiences and advice on nonprofit messaging. Our wide ranging conversation covers modeling ethical behavior, understanding and clarity of the nonprofit leader role for all volunteers, why you need to have legal counsel for nonprofits, and the role of the Board. We also celebrate Stephanie's recent purchase of a digital newspaper! Want to know what Cecilia determined is "just stupid"? Listen and find out! How do you keep messaging consistent? Share a comment!

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter, Rogue Speak.

This week's topic: Stop Thinking Lika a . . .

Episode 252: USAE News is the longest continuously publishing newspaper in the association management profession. Founded over 40 years ago, it has covered changes in our community, national news, and broken its share of hard-hitting stories. This week, we hear from the man who started it all: Ross Heller, Founder & Publisher Emeritus. He shares his inspiration for starting USAE News, how publishing has changed over the years, and many stories about people and events that only someone with a long career can collect. This history of our profession is just as important as its future; join me and Ross for a look at how we got where we are and how we will continue moving forward. What's your favorite part of the conversation? Share a comment!

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter, Rogue Speak.

This week's topic: Associations and the Recovery Mindset

Episode 251: We cannot talk about cybersecurity and risk management enough! My guest Sanja Kekić, cybersecurity expert and role model for women in cybersecurity, shares her insights and advice for being "cybersafe" whether in your personal life or professional life. Sanja explains what is considered emerging technology, how to assess the risk of new technology, what is the approach to evaluating your risk, how to mitigate cyber-risk, and how we can conduct audits of technology and its related risk. She also shares information about her role as a leader in the group Women in Cybersecurity where she mentors other women who work in this profession. Whether you live in the United States or Serbia, we all have similar goals in maintaining a safe online experience. There's a lot of value in this conversation -- don't miss it! What do you worry about with cybersecurity? Share a comment!

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter, Rogue Speak.

This week's topic: Random Acts of Kindness at ASAE24

Episode 250: We get back to our roots with my special guest, Agnes Amos-Coleman, International Show Director at RE+ -- my friend and former co-host. Our deep and long conversation digs into the evolution of the podcast, mentoring and coaching, the role of Boards and staff, and the future of Nonprofit Management. Where we have been is not necessarily where we need to go. Give yourself the gift of deeper thinking and Indulge yourself with this focused and thoughtful conversation about what we do and what fuels our passion as nonprofit management executives. What keeps your passion for the profession alive? Share a comment!

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting weekly e-newsletter, "Rogue Speak."

The topic: A Passion for the Profession - Why I Support the CAE