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: 

• uncovering hidden needs, 

• asking courageous questions, 

• empowering collaboration, 

• embracing experimentation, 

• committing to continuous learning, and 

• 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://leahkral.com/

https://substack.com/@leahkral

Innovation for Social Change: How Wildly Successful Nonprofits Inspire and Deliver Results

 

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