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Kari"s Confessions

Serving the nonprofit sector is a privilege. Leading a nonprofit organization is, (in my opinion), one of life"s greatest joys. And one of life"s greatest sources of heartburn. Where else can you both provide a critical service to your community and fill a key need in your market? While, simultaneously, be asked to work miracles on a shoestring budget and perform the roles of CEO and chief bottle washer. Leading a nonprofit is fulfilling, satisfying and more. It"s also lonely and isolating. Many

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08:35

Understanding Donor Motivation: The Psychology Behind...

Kari"s Confessions ·

2025/10/19

Unlocking Donor Motivation: Build Deeper, Lasting Connections Why do people give—and how can nonprofits connect with donors in meaningful ways? In this episode of Kari’s Confessions, Kari Anderson, principal at Incite! Consulting, dives into the psychology of giving and shares practical strategies to engage supporters authentically. Discover the core drivers behind donor behavior, from altruism and moral obligation to ego-driven motivations like recognition and legacy-building. Learn how social

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07:42

Creating a Successful Year-End Appeal

Kari"s Confessions ·

2025/10/05

Maximize Your Year-End Fundraising: 10 Tips for Nonprofit Success Nonprofit leaders, the last six weeks of the year can make or break your annual fundraising goals—up to 30% of annual giving happens in December! In this episode of Kari’s Confessions, Kari Anderson, nonprofit executive and principal at Insight Consulting, shares 10 essential tips for crafting a high-impact year-end appeal that engages donors and drives results. Learn how to: ✨ Start and end with gratitude to connect with supporters ✨

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09:34

The Importance of Leadership Turnover & Avoiding Burnout

Kari"s Confessions ·

2025/09/21

Feeling stretched thin in your nonprofit? Struggling with team turnover or creeping burnout? You’re not alone. In this episode of Kari’s Confessions: A Nonprofit Exec Tells All, Kari Anderson—nonprofit veteran and principal of Incite! Consulting—shares hard-earned insights on why leadership turnover can actually benefit your organization, how burnout quietly undermines even the most mission-driven teams, and practical strategies to keep your people healthy, engaged, and inspired. What you’ll learn

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08:51

How to Identify and Mentor Future Leaders in Your...

Kari"s Confessions ·

2025/09/07

Are you ready to discover the secret to building resilient, high-performing nonprofit teams? In this episode of Kari’s Confessions, Kari Anderson from Incite Consulting shares actionable strategies to identify, nurture, and mentor future leaders in your organization. Learn how to spot leadership potential beyond high performance, including key traits like emotional intelligence, adaptability, and strategic thinking. Kari breaks down real-life examples from her 25+ years in nonprofit leadership,

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11:02

Kari’s Top Tech Solutions for Operational Success

Kari"s Confessions ·

2025/08/24

Looking to cut through the chaos in your nonprofit's day-to-day operations? You're not alone—and you're in the right place. In this episode of Inside Incite, Kari Anderson (Principal Consultant at Incite Consulting) shares her top tech tools and strategies that actually work for nonprofits. We’re not talking about shiny gadgets or expensive overhauls—we’re talking about real solutions that bring clarity, save time, and strengthen your systems without breaking your budget. What You’ll Learn: Why

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12:26

The Best Time Management Strategies I Swear By:...

Kari"s Confessions ·

2025/08/10

Time Management for Nonprofit Leaders: Simple, Smart Strategies That Actually Work Are you drowning in to-do lists and Zoom calls, wondering where your day went? You’re not alone and you’re not doing anything wrong. In this episode of Kari’s Confessions: A Nonprofit Exec Tells All, Kari Anderson dives into the time management techniques she uses (and teaches!) to help nonprofit professionals stay focused, reduce burnout, and get more of the right things done. Whether you're leading a small team or

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11:42

How to Build Long-Term Relationships with Donors

Kari"s Confessions ·

2025/07/27

Want to move beyond one-time gifts and start building meaningful, long-term relationships with your donors? In this episode Kari breaks down what donor relationship management really means and why it’s so much more than a thank-you note and a donation receipt. 📌 You’ll Learn: Why long-term donor relationships are essential to your nonprofit’s stability and growth The 5 stages of donor development and how to show up at each one How to segment your donor communications to create personal,

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08:53

5 Smart Ways To Diversify Your Nonprofits Funding...

Kari"s Confessions ·

2025/07/13

Are you relying too heavily on a single funding stream? In this episode of Kari’s Confessions, I'll share five practical, proven strategies to diversify your revenue and set your nonprofit up for long-term financial stability. Whether you’re a small grassroots org or an established nonprofit looking to shake things up, this episode gives you real-world, easy-to-implement tips that go beyond bake sales and silent auctions. 📌 What You’ll Learn: How to use technology to power monthly giving &

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11:29

Enhancing Nonprofit Leadership with Technology

Kari"s Confessions ·

2025/06/29

Tech isn’t just for startups and Silicon Valley. In this video, Kari Anderson breaks down how nonprofit leaders can embrace technology to lead smarter, not harder. 💻💡 From everyday tools that streamline communication to platforms that transform board engagement, we’re diving into real-world examples of how tech is helping organizations just like yours adapt, innovate, and thrive. 🧭 What you’ll learn: How to select tech tools that actually support your mission (no shiny object syndrome here!) -

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13:56

Crisis Leadership: Lessons Learned and Best Practices

Kari"s Confessions ·

2025/06/14

What really happens when a crisis hits your nonprofit? Spoiler alert: It’s not just about having a binder full of contingency plans. In this video, I’m diving into what I’ve learned—firsthand and through coaching nonprofit leaders—about leading through the unexpected. Whether it's a global pandemic, a funding cut, or internal upheaval, how you lead during a crisis sets the tone for your entire organization. Here’s what I cover: ✔ What actually works when everything feels like it’s on fire ✔ How to

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15:52

Debunking Myths About Nonprofit Board Service

Kari"s Confessions ·

2025/05/31

Think serving on a nonprofit board is just about showing up to meetings and giving your two cents? Think again. In this video, I’m tackling some of the most common myths I hear about nonprofit board service—and sharing what it actually takes to be an effective, engaged board member in 2025 and beyond. Whether you're currently on a board, considering joining one, or leading a nonprofit that's trying to energize its board—this is for you. I’m breaking down: ✔ Why board service is more than just a

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11:01

Building Financial Resilience During Challenging Times

Kari"s Confessions ·

2025/05/17

After working with hundreds of nonprofit leaders over the years, I’ve seen what works… and what really doesn’t. This video is a roundup of the hard-won lessons and best practices I’ve gathered from real-world experience in the nonprofit sector—shared with honesty, a little humor, and a whole lot of heart. Whether you're a seasoned ED, a new board member, or somewhere in between, this is your chance to skip the trial-and-error phase and learn what actually makes the biggest difference in the

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10:58

Marketing & Communication Tips and Best Practices for...

Kari"s Confessions ·

2025/05/04

If I had a dollar for every time a nonprofit leader told me, “We don’t really do branding,” I’d probably have a solid annual fund by now. Here’s the truth: whether you mean to or not, you are branding your organization through every newsletter, event, social media post, and staff interaction. So the real question isn’t if you’re doing branding… It’s how intentional you’re being about it. In this video, I’m breaking down why consistent branding matters for nonprofits and how to get there without

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13:39

Strategic Planning for Nonprofit Success

Kari"s Confessions ·

2025/01/18

In this final episode of "Kari's Confessions," Kari Anderson, a seasoned nonprofit executive and principal at Incite! Consulting, explores the power of strategic planning in driving nonprofit success. With 25 years of experience in leadership roles, Kari shares insights on why strategic planning matters, how to overcome common barriers, and tips for creating a plan that serves as a dynamic tool for organizational growth. Kari discusses the significant role strategic planning plays in increasing

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08:40

Building Capacity with Contractors for Nonprofit Success

Kari"s Confessions ·

2025/01/18

In this episode of Kari's Confessions, Kari Anderson, a seasoned nonprofit executive and principal at Incite! Consulting, delves into the value of using contractors and partners to enhance nonprofit capacity. With over 25 years of experience, Kari offers insights on how to leverage contractors effectively, especially for small and mid-sized organizations facing challenges like limited staff, budgets, and time. Key Episode Takeaways: Benefits of Utilizing Contractors: Contractors can fill crucial

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07:56

Segmenting Donors for Fundraising Success

Kari"s Confessions ·

2024/10/15

In this episode, Kari Anderson, a seasoned nonprofit executive and principal at Incite! Consulting, dives into the importance of donor segmentation for nonprofit organizations. With over 25 years of experience, Kari provides insights into how nonprofits can tailor their communications and build meaningful relationships with donors by segmenting them based on shared interests and characteristics. Kari highlights the importance of using segmentation to deliver personalized, impactful messages that

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10:32

How to Create a Successful Year-End Fundraising Campaign

Kari"s Confessions ·

2024/10/12

In this episode, Kari Anderson, a seasoned nonprofit executive and principal at Incite! Consulting, shares essential tips for building a successful year-end fundraising campaign. With 25 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, Kari highlights the importance of setting realistic goals, customizing donor asks, and making it easy for donors to give. As year-end approaches, Kari addresses common challenges nonprofits face during this critical fundraising period and provides practical strategies to

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15:12

The Importance of Succession Planning for Nonprofits

Kari"s Confessions ·

2024/10/01

In this episode, Kari Anderson, a seasoned nonprofit executive and principal at Incite! Consulting, delves into the crucial topic of succession planning within nonprofit organizations. With 25 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, Kari offers her expertise on why succession planning matters, the barriers that prevent organizations from prioritizing it, and how to build an effective succession plan for your nonprofit. Kari highlights alarming statistics about nonprofit leadership turnover and

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11:55

Making Sense of Special Events for Nonprofits

Kari"s Confessions ·

2024/09/18

In this episode, Kari Anderson, a seasoned nonprofit executive and principal at Incite! Consulting, breaks down the complexities of organizing special events for nonprofits. With over 25 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, Kari offers her insights on how to effectively set goals, increase revenue, and convert event attendees into long-term donors. Kari addresses the common hesitations nonprofits have about special events, such as staff hours, return on investment, and lack of planning. She

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06:49

My Favorite Technology Tools for Nonprofit Success

Kari"s Confessions ·

2024/09/06

In this episode, Kari Anderson, a seasoned nonprofit executive and principal at Incite! Consulting shares her favorite technology tools to help streamline nonprofit operations. With 25 years of experience in leadership roles across seven organizations, Kari now offers coaching and consulting services to ensure nonprofits have the right structure, systems, and practices to excel. Kari dives into the importance of using technology in nonprofit work and offers three key takeaways for integrating tech

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