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Morale matters
We all need more calm in the workplace, especially these days.
It’s no secret that many people working in Development in the nonprofit sector often feel overworked and underpaid. It's also true that many leaders do not have a comprehensive background in Development operations, strategy and facilitation.
Morale is impacted by many variables, including productivity. Eliminating redundant practices, implementing the right technologies, understanding where your team needs coaching - these issues relate to outcomes. It's imperative to beef-up administrative functions and coaching in order to meet your organization's goals, especially in areas like Development.
The best leaders prioritize their employees. They authentically focus on the "human" in HR by creating policies that address essential needs for their staff. The result is a win-win ~ by grooming highly productive teams that thrive, they increase their organizations impact in the communities they serve.
And making sure employees are mentored has a dotted line to your constituents. Providing a nourishing environment for staff is a luxury for most leaders. But it matters. It impacts every aspect of your work in profound ways.
In Development strategy, team building and operations, it's very realistic to make meaningful shifts to improve culture and morale. When it is made a priority, not only will it impact outcomes for the communities you serve, but you will remain a competitive employer in the job market.
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Elinor Tappé
Internal
Departmental Audit & Assessment, Strategic Planning & Ops
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Evaluation of current Strategic Development Plan
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Comprehensive audit of current development operations
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Overview of staffing needs, skill sets, stakeholder interviews
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Board assessment, training
Talent
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Hiring and capacity building
- Coaching, mentoring teams
- Stakeholder surveys and analysis
Marketing & Communications
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Branding & Identity
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Marketing plans
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Annual Reports
External
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Audit (feedback) from current constituencies
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Vendor audits
Bio
Ellie Tappé is a business leader with 30 years of experience in both corporate and nonprofit sectors. Over the past many years in nonprofit, she has served as the Chief Development Officer for organizations in crisis, and has been a critical member of the executive team.
By leveraging her unique background, Ellie incorporates entrepreneurial, market-disruptive solutions with metrics-driven decision making that deepens and diversifies a growing base of supporters. Ellie has significantly shifted philanthropic strategies for the organizations she serves, building development operations and external relations infrastructures to create long-term financial sustainability.
Ellie's core competencies include strategic planning, auditing and implementation of operational best practices, and onboarding and coaching high-performing teams.
Ellie's full bio on LinkedIn
Elinor Tappé