Nonprofit leaders are masters of stretching resources, wearing multiple hats, and saying yes to every offer of help. But what if that scrappy mindset is silently sabotaging your mission?

In this episode of Profitable Nonprofits, we’re breaking down the hidden opportunity costs that keep your organization stuck in the “doing more with less” trap. From well-meaning volunteers who never finish projects to staff burnout that kills innovation, these invisible costs are draining your time, your team’s energy, and your organization’s reputation.

We’ll unpack how to spot these sneaky culprits, reframe the way you make resource decisions, and give you practical tools to reclaim your momentum—without guilt.

🧩 What You’ll Learn:

Why “free help” might be the most expensive decision you make

The emotional and financial toll of scrappiness and chronic overwork

How to recognize burnout as a signal, not a badge of honor

A smarter way to evaluate donated services, low-cost options, and overcommitment

Your Opportunity Cost Checklist to use before saying “yes” to anything new

How to build an on-call crew of trusted professionals (without hiring full-time)

Why switching from “Can we afford it?” to “What will it cost us if we don’t?” will transform your leadership