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Patton's Picks: Stop the Nonprofit Board Blame Game by Hardy Smith

January 28, 2025

Leadership Resources for the Philanthropic Sector

5Welcome to this edition of Patton's Picks, where we explore Stop the Nonprofit Board Blame Game by Hardy Smith. Hardy shared effective strategies on our podcast for transforming nonprofit board dynamics, appearing in episodes #186 and #283 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership. This book provides strategies to enhance board engagement and overcome common dysfunctions, offering practical solutions. Here’s why it’s crucial for nonprofit leaders:

  • Governance & Board Development: Offers actionable tips for improving board dynamics and overall effectiveness.
  • Communication: Enhances communication strategies between board members and organizational leadership to foster clarity and avoid conflicts.
  • Management Practices: Guides leaders on managing board relationships and setting clear expectations effectively.
Stay tuned for more of Patton's Picks, your essential guide to resources that prepare you for a rewarding journey in nonprofit leadership.

Dr. Patton McDowell, CFRE, MBA, is the creator of the innovative PMA Mastermind Leadership Program, a unique offering designed to elevate nonprofit leaders through comprehensive training and peer collaboration. He is also the author of the best-selling book, Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, and host of the weekly podcast with the same name, available here. Since founding PMA Nonprofit Leadership in 2009, Patton has strategically guided over 300 nonprofit organizations to achieve their fullest potential. A Certified Fundraising Executive and Master Trainer for AFP Global, he serves as Executive in Residence at Cornell University's Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy and as Director of the Institute for Philanthropic Leadership.

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