Step Up! How To Be An Excellent Nonprofit Board Member, Second Edition

Society needs nonprofits and every nonprofit needs effective board members. Get ready to step up!

Step Up! was created for busy individuals who want to learn the basics of nonprofit board leadership quickly and efficiently. It’s a fast, meaningful read that delivers inspiration, insights and practical how to's for nonprofit board members and anyone who is considering joining a board. Each of its standalone chapters is written in a fresh, conversational tone and presented in an accessible, colorful, engaging graphic format. Step Up! addresses the topics and situations that cause nonprofit boards to sink or soar: What are my roles and responsibilities? Am I expected to fundraise? How much am I personally expected to give? What are the boundaries when working with staff? What do I need to know about strategic planning? How do we deal with conflict or disagreements in the boardroom?

Now in its second edition, Step Up! is based on the author’s decades of experience helping hundreds of nonprofit boards and organizations expand their capacity and increase their impact. Nonprofits of all types and sizes use Step Up! as part of their board orientations. It provides a jumping off point for deeper education, training and discussion.

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Step Up! is beautifully designed and produced. It’s a wonderful welcome gift for new board members.