Learning for Good | L&D Solutions and Leadership Development for Nonprofit Organizations

Stretched Thin? Three Capacity Building Strategies Every Nonprofit Leader Can Use Today

Heather Burright, Learning and Development Leader, Leadership Development Consultant, Instructional Designer. Episode 147

In this episode of Learning for Good, we’re exploring how nonprofit leaders can take actionable steps to maintain performance and build capacity even during stressful seasons. If your team is feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or stuck in reactive mode, this episode offers timely advice rooted in real-world nonprofit experience.


▶️ Stretched Thin? Three Capacity Building Strategies Every Nonprofit Leader Can Use Today 


▶️ Key Points:

01:20 Stress is impacting your nonprofit more than you think

02:50 Three capacity building strategies in times of stress

07:44 What these capacity building strategies can do for your organization


Resources from this episode:

Episode 140: Building a Learning Strategy to Support Your Succession Plan with Naomi Hattaway

Join the Nonprofit Learning and Development Collective: https://www.skillmastersmarket.com/nonprofit-learning-and-development-collective

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Learning for Good is the podcast for nonprofit leaders seeking practical L&D solutions. Hosted by Heather, an experienced consultant, we dive into leadership development, instructional design, change management, and staff management strategies tailored to nonprofit organizations.

Discover how to implement impactful learning solutions, foster belonging, and influence senior leaders. Each episode provides the tools you need to confidently navigate high-level conversations and drive meaningful change within your organization.

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