How I Found My Leadership Voice in the Nonprofit World In this episode of the Surviving to Thriving Podcast, I continue my personal journey of becoming a confident leader while aligning my work with my values and finding work-life balance. This is the second part of my conversation with David from Career Conversations. I discuss the tools and training I used to navigate two leadership lows and learn to lead effectively. I address common struggles for women leaders in non-profits, such as...

How I Survived—and Thrived—in Nonprofit Leadership: A Guide for Women LeadersHave you ever felt overwhelmed stepping into a nonprofit leadership role without specific training to support the transition? I did! And It was hard. Hi, I’m Leadership Development Coach Kathy Archer, and in this first part of a two-part series, I’ll share my personal journey from leaving home to college, frontline work, then transition into nonprofit leadership, I’ll be highlighting the challenges I faced and how...

Hey, Nonprofit leaders.... Have you ever sat in a room full of confident leaders and wondered, '"What am I even doing here?” That feeling of not measuring up? It’s called imposter syndrome—and it’s more common than you think.   This episode is for you if you’ve ever doubted your leadership abilities. In this episode, I open up about my own struggles with self-doubt, the moment I realized I wasn’t alone, and how I discovered that leading authentically is far more powerful than trying to fit a...

Handling difficult discussions with your staff can feel overwhelming and stressful, whether you’re a seasoned leader or new to management. But what if you could turn these corrective conversations into opportunities for growth? In this episode, Leadership Development Coach Kathy Archer shares a three-step framework designed to help you navigate corrective conversations confidently. You will shift from dreading an awkward conversation to fostering your employee development,  Follow the...

Catching Up: New Book, Leadership Insights, and Life Updates In this episode, I update you on my recent activities, including my work on a new book, "Character Driven Leadership for Women," due in March 2025. This book is for nonprofit women leaders who want to lead authentically. Here's a little summary of the book:  Reputation, integrity, character: this guide will show women leaders how to lead with confidence, build trust with your team, take ownership of your behaviour, grow your...

Unlocking Effective Leadership: Moving Beyond Training to Character-Driven LeadershipAre you a woman leader in the nonprofit sector feeling overwhelmed and grappling with imposter syndrome?  Learn why traditional nonprofit training falls shortDiscover how to elevate your leadership effectiveness Get excited about a transformative path to character-driven leadership.  Highlights from the episode:The Flaw in Nonprofit Leadership Training  You're not alone if you've attended leadership training...

How to create your own leadership personal and professional curriculumEffective leaders create their own personal and professional development curriculum. They do not wait for their organization to do it for them or for their boss to tell them how. They do it themselves. They take their development into their own hands.  To excel in leadership, you must make personal and professional development a priority. You do that by investing time, energy, money, and focus into developing yourself and...

3 tips for managing priorities for nonprofit leadersThis episode is crafted to help you, the busy nonprofit leader, enhance your leadership skills by refining your approach to tasks, focus and priorities to foster a productive organizational culture. In this episode, Kathy highlights the importance of understanding your emotions, values, and beliefs and how these factors impact your approach to time management, particularly in leadership roles and especially in the nonprofit and social profit...

Navigating Team Management: Essentials for Leadership ExcellenceIn this episode, you will learn the crucial aspects of managing your nonprofit team effectively. This is the third video in the Invest in Your Leadership Excellence series. We discuss the significance of investing your time, energy, and focus into learning to manage yourself, your team and your priorities. 🖥 In this video, you’ll learn the three key focus areas that are essential for managing your team: 1️⃣ Care about them 2️⃣...

It is extremely important to manage yourself to be an effective nonprofit leader. This podcast shares three pillars of self-leadership * Manage your Essence * Manage your Emotions * Manage your Energy - You’ll learn the importance of authenticity and aligning personal values with leadership styles - You’ll discover the role of personal and professional development in leadership excellence - You’ll get tips on how to manage your energy and emotions. The resources and exercises provided aim...

The Importance of Personal and Professional Development for Women Leading in NonprofitsThe Surviving to Thriving  Podcast # 93  Welcome to the INVESTING IN YOUR LEADERSHIP SERIES, where you are going to learn the 3 pillars of development that you, as a nonprofit woman leader, need to invest in that will help you: 👉 Build your CONFIDENCE 👉 Learn how to maintain your COMPOSURE 👉 Lead with your strength of CHARACTER In this episode, you will learn what survival mode is and why it’s harming your...

​Are you tired of constantly feeling overwhelmed by your never-ending to-do list? I totally get it.  🙋‍♀️I’ve got a new resource for you Learn more in this episode of the Surviving to Thriving Podcast  *-*-*-*-*-*  LINKS Mentioned *-*-*-*-*-*MEMBERSHIP: Imagine getting the leadership training you need when you need it! You can when you join The Training Library Membership Site. Learn more here *-*-*-*-*-*  ABOUT Kathy  *-*-*-*-*-*Hi, I am Leadership Development Coach Kathy Archer. I help...

Do you want to lead with purpose and integrity? Then you need to prioritize your values, ethics, and morals in your leadership journey. When you align your beliefs with your actions, you can positively and ethically impact your organization and inspire others to do the same.   *-*-*-*-*-*  LINKS Mentioned *-*-*-*-*-*   MEMBERSHIP: Imagine getting the leadership training you need when you need it! You can when you join The Training Library Membership Site. Learn more here   COURSE:...

Can't divide your time equally? That's okay! Embrace the ebb and flow of life and give yourself permission to lean into what matters most at different times     *-*-*-*-*-*  LINKS Mentioned *-*-*-*-*-*   MEMBERSHIP: Imagine getting the leadership training you need when you need it! You can when you join The Training Library Membership Site. Learn more here     *-*-*-*-*-*  ABOUT Kathy  *-*-*-*-*-*   Hi, I am Leadership Development Coach Kathy Archer.   I help women leaders ditch...

Leadership isn't only about outward success. It starts from within.   ⁣⁣In this episode of the Surviving to Thriving Podcast, you will learn the importance of personal development work in leadership, the four building blocks of the Intentional Leadership Model, and how to apply them to lead your nonprofit with confidence and authenticity.     *-*-*-*-*-*  LINKS Mentioned *-*-*-*-*-*   MEMBERSHIP: Imagine getting the leadership training you need when you need it! You can when you join...

Don't settle for a workplace culture that doesn't inspire and engage you and your team. Learn   Tune in to discover a continuum of workplace cultures, from toxic to magnetic, and learn how to become a thriving leader who creates a magnetic workplace!     *-*-*-*-*-*  LINKS Mentioned *-*-*-*-*-* MEMBERSHIP: Imagine getting the leadership training you need when you need it! You can when you join The Training Library Membership Site   Episode # 17- Ditch Survival Mode! Learn how to...

Nonprofit leaders, in this episode, you will discover valuable tips to improve productivity, manage distractions, and get done what matters most on your to-do list!   *-*-*-*-*-*  LINKS Mentioned *-*-*-*-*-* 🔗 MEMBERSHIP: Imagine getting the leadership training you need when you need it! You can when you join The Training Library Membership Site. Learn more here https://www.kathyarcher.com/library.html *-*-*-*-*-*  ABOUT Kathy  *-*-*-*-*-*  🙋‍♀️ Hi, I am Leadership Development Coach...

​Did you get into your nonprofit role because you loved what you did and were passionate about your work?   Has your passion for your work slipped away, and maybe you'd like it back?   In this podcast, discover a quick strategy for finding out you are on the path to burnout and, if so, how to reignite your passion for your nonprofit work.   *-*-*-*-*-*  LINKS Mentioned *-*-*-*-*-*   5-Day Challenge - Conquer your love/hate relationship with your job Starts on March 20, 2023   ...

Creating a culture of peer-to-peer recognition in the workplace is essential. Culture is not only defined by policies and procedures but also by unwritten rules and behaviours. Creating a culture of appreciation makes people feel valued, recognized, and appreciated. Although leaders need to recognize their employees, sharing the load of recognition and encouraging peer-to-peer recognition is essential. Sharing the load helps create a workplace where everyone feels appreciated and increases...

Nonprofit leaders….Learn 3 powerful self-reflection questions that can help you become a better leader. The questions help you examine how you are growing, learning, and becoming an authentic leader.   *-*-*-*-*-*  LINKS Mentioned *-*-*-*-*-* 🔗 MEMBERSHIP: Imagine getting the leadership training you need when you need it! You can when you join The Training Library Membership Site. Learn more here   ABOUT Kathy: Hi, I am Leadership Development Coach Kathy Archer. I help women leaders...

Nonprofit leaders need to set goals and then measure the progress toward their goals. Because, as Peter Drucker said, you can't manage something you aren't measuring. Therefore, to manage your progress toward your goal, you need a way to measure how you are doing.   But how do you measure the progress on your goals when the target seems more elusive, like feeling more confident?   In this video, you will learn five ways to measure your nonprofit Leadership goals, even if the outcome seems...

Nonprofit leaders need to avoid these goal-setting mistakes. In this podcast episode for nonprofit leaders, you'll learn common goal-setting mistakes and how to avoid them. Then you will discover actionable strategies and tips to help ensure your success and reach your full potential.    *-*-*-*-*-*  LINKS Mentioned *-*-*-*-*-*    🔗 MEMBERSHIP: Imagine getting the leadership training you need when you need it! You can when you join The Training Library Membership Site. Learn more here ...

When you're the leader of a nonprofit, it can be hard to find time for self-reflection. But reviewing your past year is an important way to prepare for next year's growth. In this episode, you'll find a link to a free worksheet to help you complete your review.   *-*-*-*-*-*  LINKS Mentioned *-*-*-*-*-*    FREE WORKSHEET https://kathyarcher.lpages.co/gs28/ MEMBERSHIP: Imagine getting the leadership training you need when you need it! You can when you join The Training Library...

Merry Christmas! Thank you for all you do for your clients, community, family and yourself. The world needs you to bring your strengths, gifts and talents to light. I'm grateful I am on this journey with you! ~ Kathy 🌸   *-*-*-*-*-*  LINKS Mentioned *-*-*-*-*-*    MEMBERSHIP: Imagine getting the leadership training you need when you need it! You can when you join The Training Library Membership Site. Learn more about The Training Library here   BOOK: Mastering Confidence: Discover...