Episode 15 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Start & Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast
Release Date: 05/13/2024
Episode 43 - The One Strategy to Transform Your Giving with Josh Roberts
Start & Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast
In this enlightening episode, Tim Needham and Mary Valloni are joined by Josh Roberts of Qashar Ministries to discuss a game-changing approach to donor engagement. Josh shares his insights on donor communication, consistency, and the importance of relationship-building. His strategy has not only increased giving but also deepened connections with donors, turning occasional supporters into lifelong advocates. We'll discuss: The importance of consistent, clear communication with donors. Why small, thoughtful actions can lead to big donor engagement. Balancing faith and strategy in fundraising....
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Episode 42 - How a Husband and Wife Duo Turned Tragedy into Triumph
Start & Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast
In this powerful episode, Tim Needham and Mary Valloni sit down with Katie and Rudy Gleason, founders of the nonprofit Because of Kennedy. Their journey began with a devastating loss, but evolved into a mission that has impacted countless lives in Ethiopia. Katie and Rudy share how their daughter Kennedy's legacy inspired them to launch their nonprofit, overcoming unimaginable grief to bring hope and empowerment to vulnerable children and families. Their story is a testament to resilience, faith, and the transformative power of saying "yes" to the next step. We'll discuss: Transforming grief...
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Episode 41 - How to Be Faithful and Not Foolish with Matt Peeples
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In this insightful episode, coaches Tim Needham and Mary Valloni sit down with Matt Peeples, founder of The Kairos Network, to discuss balancing faith and practicality in nonprofit leadership. Matt shares how his journey of planting churches and launching The Kairos Network taught him the importance of discerning between faith-driven risks and unwise decisions. Through powerful stories and practical advice, Matt highlights the value of humility, learning from failure, and building a team to achieve sustainable growth. We'll discuss: How to discern between a step of faith and a leap of...
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Episode 40 - Does Your Nonprofit Need a Business Plan?
Start & Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast
In this insightful episode, Tim Needham and Mary Valloni explore the importance of having a business plan for your nonprofit. They clarify misconceptions about business plans, differentiate them from strategic plans, and share practical advice for crafting a plan that sets your nonprofit up for success. We'll discuss: What is a Nonprofit Business Plan? Business Plan vs. Strategic Plan The Power of Clarity Practical Steps for Drafting Your Plan To register for our upcoming free webinar on May 8th, 2025 at 1:00 PM CT, visit our . To visit and join the Start & Grow Your Nonprofit...
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Episode 39 - When Your Spouse Isn't Called to Work in Your Nonprofit with Emily Needham
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In this heartfelt episode, coaches Tim Needham and Mary Valloni sit down with Emily Needham to discuss a challenge many nonprofit leaders face: what to do when your spouse doesn’t share your nonprofit calling. Emily shares her journey of supporting Tim’s mission at Restoration House STL, balancing her own passions, and embracing her role outside the nonprofit. Together, they unpack the dynamics of spousal support and offer practical advice for navigating this often-complex aspect of nonprofit leadership. We'll discuss: Finding ways to support each other while pursuing separate purposes...
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Episode 38 - Can You Take A Salary From Your Nonprofit?
Start & Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast
Hosted by nonprofit coaches Tim Needham and Mary Valloni, this episode tackles one of the most emotionally charged questions for nonprofit entrepreneurs: Can you take a salary from your nonprofit? Tim and Mary break down the misconceptions, fears, and practical realities of compensating yourself while leading a mission-driven organization. We'll discuss: The emotional challenges of taking a salary in a nonprofit Why nonprofit leaders should feel comfortable being compensated Strategies for determining appropriate compensation Addressing guilt and misconceptions about nonprofit salaries The...
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Episode 37 - Lessons in Faith-Driven Leadership with Jerry Harris
Start & Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast
Hosted by nonprofit coaches Tim Needham and Mary Valloni, each episode of the Start and Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast is designed to bring together nonprofit entrepreneurs who have successfully built impactful organizations from the ground up. Join us as we dive into their journeys, share their insights, and learn how to start and grow a strong, sustainable nonprofit that transforms lives, communities, and the world. In this inspiring episode, Jerry Harris, an experienced nonprofit leader and advocate for community collaboration, shares his insights on fostering partnerships that drive...
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Episode 36 - Know Your Numbers
Start & Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast
Hosted by nonprofit coaches Tim Needham and Mary Valloni, each episode of the Start and Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast is designed to bring together nonprofit entrepreneurs who have successfully built impactful organizations from the ground up. Join us as we dive into their journeys, share their insights, and learn how to start and grow a strong, sustainable nonprofit that transforms lives, communities, and the world. In this episode, our coaches discuss one of the most overlooked yet critical aspects of nonprofit success: knowing your numbers. Whether it’s your program metrics, financial data,...
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Episode 35 - The 3 Key Asks Every Startup and Growing Nonprofit Needs to Make
Start & Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast
Hosted by nonprofit coaches Tim Needham and Mary Valloni, each episode of the Start and Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast is designed to bring together nonprofit entrepreneurs who have successfully built impactful organizations from the ground up. Join us as we dive into their journeys, share their insights, and learn how to start and grow a strong, sustainable nonprofit that transforms lives, communities, and the world. In this episode, Mary and Tim break down the three essential asks every nonprofit leader needs to master—Time, Money, and Resources. Drawing from their own experiences and...
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Episode 34 - How to Know When You’re Called to Start a Nonprofit with Eric Porter
Start & Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast
Hosted by nonprofit coaches Tim Needham and Mary Valloni, each episode of the Start and Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast is designed to bring together nonprofit entrepreneurs who have successfully built impactful organizations from the ground up. Join us as we dive into their journeys, share their insights, and learn how to start and grow a strong, sustainable nonprofit that transforms lives, communities, and the world. In this episode, Tim and Mary sit down with Eric Porter to discuss the journey of discovering your calling to start a nonprofit. Eric shares his personal story of transitioning from...
info_outlineHosted by nonprofit coaches Tim Needham and Mary Valloni, each episode of the Start and Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast is designed to bring together nonprofit entrepreneurs who have successfully built impactful organizations from the ground up. Join us as we dive into their journeys, share their insights, and learn how to start and grow a strong, sustainable nonprofit that transforms lives, communities, and the world.
In this episode, our coaches discuss Imposter Syndrome, how common it is among nonprofit leaders, and ways to overcome it.
We'll explore:
- What is imposter syndrome?
- Tim & Mary's experiences with imposter syndrome
- Why you are not alone
- The importance of celebrating small successes
- Surrounding yourself with a supportive community
- Reframing inadequacies as opportunities for growth
- Protecting your inner circle
The book referenced in this episode is Fundraising Freedom: 7 Steps to Build and Sustain Your Next Campaign by Mary Valloni
For more information about Nonprofit Academy, visit http://startandgrowyournonprofit.com/.
To contact Tim, email [email protected].
To contact Mary, email [email protected].