Apr 1, 2025
In episode 120 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton and Leah Kral discuss how to foster innovation within nonprofits.
They discuss six key practices for driving meaningful change:
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uncovering hidden needs,
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asking courageous questions,
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empowering collaboration,
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embracing experimentation,
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committing to continuous learning, and
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building a culture of persuasion.
Through relatable stories and actionable advice, together they emphasize the importance of strategic thinking, adaptability, and creating space for bold ideas to thrive in resource-constrained environments.
Episode Highlights:
[00:10:16] Innovation in Nonprofits
[00:11:34] Practice 1: Be a Fearless Problem Solver
[00:20:02] Practice 2: Ask Courageous Questions
[00:22:52] Practice 3: Empower Collaboration
[00:26:30] Practice 4: Experiment and Start Small
[00:29:03] Practice 5: Embrace Continuous Learning
[00:34:20] Practice 6: Build a Culture of Persuasion
[00:39:17] Strategic Thinking as a Permission Slip
Guest Bio:
Leah Kral is a consultant, public speaker, and author who helps
nonprofits innovate and further social change. Her book, Innovation
for Social Change: How Wildly Successful Nonprofits Inspire and
Deliver Results (Wiley, 2022). For decades, she has been providing
tailored workshops and consulting to nonprofit leaders and boards
across the country. She is a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer
(Jamaica 2002-2004), she loves the outdoors and trails in northern
Virginia, and enjoys being an active volunteer in her
community.
Important Links and Resources:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahkral/
https://substack.com/@leahkral
Innovation for Social Change: How Wildly Successful Nonprofits Inspire and Deliver Results
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