Talbott Blog
How I Learned to be a Better Manager as a Nonprofit Professional
Like many new nonprofit managers, I had to go with my gut. As a new 20-something manager whose instincts weren’t fully developed and who didn’t have many examples of good managers, I didn’t have the greatest success. Fortunately, I’ve grown a lot in my 25+ year career in nonprofit leadership.
Talbott Talks: E-Myth
A topic that has been coming up a lot lately in my conversations is one that is prominent throughout the book the E-Myth, by Michael E. Gerber. It’s the concept of the tension and difficulty found between spending your time working “on” versus “in” your organization. While the E-Myth is focused on the “Entrepreneurial Myth”, I think it’s important to recognize that it also has implications for nonprofits.
The Gift of Being Vulnerable
I didn’t know if my personal experience and perspective was something that anyone wanted or cared to hear. But I knew in my heart, I wanted – maybe even needed – to share my story with you.
Talbott Talks: A Model for Change
If we want to get different results than we are getting today, we have to change our habits, and in order to change our habits, we have to change our actions. In order to change our actions, we need new and different thinking, and in order to start thinking differently, we need to gather new information.
Talbott Talent Celebrates 5th Anniversary
As a business owner, Leah understands the significance that five years in business means. More than anything, she is eager to change how the nonprofit sector hires. Leah is so thankful for the individuals who have supported her in Talbott Talent’s growth.
Talbott Talent Celebrates 5 Years of Transforming Nonprofits through Their People
Right now, celebrating our 5th anniversary in business, we are uniquely positioned for our greatest impact yet. We have the right people on our team to dramatically change the way nonprofits hire. We are a team of like-minded, principled, thought leaders.
Talbott Tidbits: Warren Buffett's 2 List Strategy
In the nonprofit world, I often think that if we thought of our time as a resource that should be allocated with laser focus toward things that moved the needle to fulfill our organization's mission, we'd all be better off!
How to Reclaim Your Time Using the Eisenhower Matrix
A story of nonprofit burnout - Learn the #1 tip for avoiding burnout as a nonprofit leader. Our VP of Strategy and Innovation shares her top time management and prioritizing strategy!
"Are You Ready for Christmas?"
Last week I had coffee with a girlfriend, and she asked, “Are you ready for Christmas?” For some reason that I had yet to truly come to terms with, I found myself hating this question.
Talbott Talent Adds New Team Member, Jill Doyle
In her role, Doyle will partner with nonprofit leaders and boards across the United States to provide custom solutions for nonprofits, helping them find the best leaders for their organizations and strengthening their overall effectiveness.
Practice Active Gratitude this Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a challenging time for me now. But, until 2016, Thanksgiving was also always my favorite holiday.
Talbott Tidbits: Atomic Habits
I love it when my friends share their favorite things with me, so we’re going to do the same for you! These are bite-sized bits of what’s rocking our world right now.
Meet Our Talent
At Talbott Talent, we’re passionate about strengthening nonprofit organizations through their greatest asset, their human capital. Prioritizing people translates into our own workplace, where our team places a high value on one another.
Negotiating Your Salary - How Your Recruiter Can Help
Getting that offer letter after a long interview process can stir up many emotions—excitement, relief, gratitude. What comes first—the negotiation—probably less so.
Talbott Talent Gains New Team Member, Erica Poff
Nonprofit executive search firm Talbott Talent recently welcomed Erica Poff, MA, CAE, PMP, IOM, as its new Vice President.
Ditch the Annual Goals and Adopt 90-Day Plans
Do your annual goals go by the wayside like abandoned New Years’ Resolutions? Does your team never seem to accomplish annual milestones even with the end-of-the-year sprints to get there? If so, it’s time to switch to 90-Day Goals.