Leadership Archives

Decoding Nonprofit Job Titles: A Survival Guide

Nonprofit job titles: where modesty goes to die and adjectives multiply faster than rabbits. We’ve decoded the secret language where “fundraiser” transforms into “Vice President of Philanthropic Synergy” overnight. Spoiler alert: fancy titles don’t raise money—skills do. So before updating your LinkedIn with “Supreme Chancellor of Donor Relations,” remember: donors give to people who understand their dreams, not to people who spent three hours designing their business cards.

Viken Mikaelian March 7, 2025 No Comments

Job Interview

Mock Job Interviews for Your Dream Job

Preparation for Mock job interview is vital for securing a dream job. Practicing the questions with friends to polish your interview skills, increasing the chances of success.

Viken Mikaelian March 6, 2025 No Comments

Leadership

Hardball in Leadership: No Excuses, Just Results

Want to enhance your career? Get ahead of your peers? Fun spoiler: avoid happy hour with team members. In this no-nonsense post, we outline hardball leadership tactics for nonprofits and philanthropic organizations that drive impact. Say goodbye to the complacency of “softball” leadership and hello to insider strategies you won’t find anywhere else. Learn to show up early, act decisively, and foster innovation that resonates with donors and stakeholders. Ready to leave mediocrity behind? Dive in for breakthrough tips that deliver lasting results.

Viken Mikaelian February 22, 2025 No Comments

Time Management

7 Unusual Cures and Remedies for Procrastination

Highlighting tasks by turning them into a challenge are the unconventional approaches to overcome procrastination and boost productivity.

Viken Mikaelian February 5, 2025 No Comments

Goal Setting

Organization and Structure for an Orderly Life in 10 Easy Steps

Organizing and structuring your life can bring peace and efficiency. stay accountable and review daily performance to maintain balanced life.

Viken Mikaelian January 15, 2025 No Comments

Time Management

Designing a Peaceful Home Office That Improves Your Productivityv

Designing a peaceful home office can significantly boost productivity. Calming colors and noise-cancelling solutions foster productive environment.

Viken Mikaelian January 14, 2025 No Comments

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Personal Growth

Become Forgettable

People don’t remember your credentials—they remember how you made them feel. Small, daily moments shape your reputation, yet most rush through conversations, assuming there will always be another chance. There won’t be. The ‘last meeting theory’ proves your most recent interaction defines how you’re perceived. Neglect this truth, and you become forgettable. Visibility matters more than effort alone. Show up. Engage. Deliver value. Every single time. Relationships don’t decay from one mistake but from consistent neglect. Stop assuming your work speaks for itself—it doesn’t. Effort matters. Show up like it does.

Viken Mikaelian January 12, 2025 No Comments