182. Mastering Nonprofit Leadership with Sarah Olivieri

💭 Ever wondered why nonprofits often hesitate to take risks or how they can achieve true sustainability? In this episode of The Leadership Project, Sarah Olivieri, founder of PivotGround, delves into the complexities and unique aspects of running a nonprofit organization. She outlines the essential principles of effective nonprofit management, emphasizing the necessity of business acumen in ensuring sustainability and impact. Sarah shares her journey from studying international relations to founding Pivot Ground, revealing the inspirations behind her focus on nonprofits.The discussion covers essential topics such as fundraising, leadership systems, measuring impact, and the historical context influencing today's nonprofit challenges. Sarah also provides actionable advice for potential donors and volunteers on how to engage meaningfully with nonprofits. The conversation concludes with insights into the distinctive leadership skills required for nonprofit success and the specifics of Sarah's Thrive program aimed at helping nonprofits operate more efficiently.🌐 Connect with Sarah:• Website: https://www.pivotground.com/• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-olivieri/• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pivotground/Send us Fan MailThe Thrive Careers Podcast My career wasn’t a straight line—it was a series of pivots, survival jobs, and...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Support the show✅ Follow The Leadership Project on your favourite podcast platform and listen to a new episode every week!📝 Don’t forget to share your thoughts on the episode in the comments below. 🔔 Join us in our mission at The Leadership Project and learn more about our organisation here:  https://linktr.ee/mickspiers 📕 You can purchase a copy of the Mick Spiers bestselling book "You're a Leader, Now What?" as an eBook or paperback at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09ZBKK8XVIf you would like a signed copy, please reach out to [email protected] and we can arrange it for you too.If you're thinking about starting a podcast or upgrading your hosting, Buzzsprout is a great option! This link will give both of us a $20 credit when you upgrade:👉 https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1701891Create forms easily with Jotform! Sign up with my link: https://www.jotform.com/?referral=AkWimLxOBzGet extra Dropbox space—sign up with my link: Dropbox Referral LinkWise Referral link: https://wise.com/invite/dic/michaels11434Strea...