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E45: Empowering Nonprofit Growth by Reducing CEO Reliance with Emily Taylor

Haley Cooper | Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE), Certified Stress Management Coach, Certified EmC Trainer Episode 45

In this episode, I discuss the consequences of a nonprofit becoming too dependent on its CEO with my guest Emily Taylor, founder of Teeny Big.
Emily shares her expertise in helping nonprofits untangle their identity from individual leadership and build resilient structures for long-term success. 
Tune in to understand how to empower other leaders within your organization and ensure the enduring impact of your mission.

In this episode:

  • [04:58] Problems that arise when an organization becomes too reliant on one person
  • [010:11] Strategies for succession planning and team building in nonprofits
  • [12:24] Navigating leadership transition with strategic listening
  • [18:30] Fears that emerge during a leadership transition and how reflection helps overcome those challenges
  • [22:40] The importance of clear internal and external communication of an organization's vision
  • [24:14] What role does your nonprofit board play in reducing dependence on the CEO?


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CONNECT WITH EMILY
Emily Taylor, founder of Teeny Big, helps nonprofit CEOs navigate growth and strategic decision-making. With a background in human-centered research, Emily empowers leaders to shift from intuitive to intentional decision-making. She believes in untangling identity and meaning within organizations to foster sustainable growth and succession planning.
LinkedIn: Emily Taylor
Website: teenybig.com
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CONNECT WITH HALEY
Haley is a CFRE, Stress Management Coach, and EmC trainer. Founder of The Savvy Fundraiser, she brings experience in human services, homelessness, and youth nonprofits. She specializes in EmC, leadership, board development, and fundraising, empowering nonprofit leaders to build thriving organizations.
Instagram: @thesavvyfundraiser
LinkedIn: Haley Cooper, CFRE
Website: thesavvyfundraiser.com
YouTube: thesavvyfundraiser
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