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Rest and Reset: Strategies for anti-burnout by Kellie Brungard, GPC

Assel Grant Services

Actually, burnout has been around for a long while, recognized in the healthcare and social service industries. The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes burnout as an occupational phenomenon (though it’s not recognized as a medical condition). That’s another buzzword like quiet quitting or hustle culture , right?

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You want to hire a grant writer, but is hiring a grant writer full-time the best fit?

Millionaire Grant Lady

While many nonprofits rely on grant funding for a significant portion of revenue, how nonprofits fill their grant writing needs varies significantly from organization to organization. Some nonprofits make grant writing a small part of someone’s job description. Can you hire a seasonal grant writer?

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Tips for using AI technology to do good—safely and ethically 

Candid

In this article, Fine and Kanter warn against overuse of AI tools merely to drive efficiency and productivity, which can increase staff workloads and burnout, reduce human interaction, damage workplace culture, and lead to high turnover. Beyond efficiency: A human-first AI adoption strategy. The top 3 benefits of AI for fundraisers.

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2024 Blue Avocado Year in Review

Blue Avocado

Discover three ways your CFO can help your nonprofit through the grant application process. Grant writing takes skill, practical knowledge, and excellent communication all in the name of raising funds for your nonprofit. Nonprofit leaders share what has worked for them and their secrets to successful grant writing.

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My Own Worst Enemy: When the Boss Makes Life Difficult, But You Work for Yourself

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

In September 2020 I penned an article entitled Battling Burnout as a Grant Professional where I shared several resources to help overcome the struggle. More than avoiding burnout, I want to continue to love this career of ours, and sometimes that means saying no to things, even if I’d love to do it.

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6 Things to Consider When Hiring a Grant Writer…Maybe a Grant Consultant is a Better Fit

Millionaire Grant Lady

If you are looking to hire a grant writer, you probably don’t just want someone who can write grants—ultimately, you want someone who can help your organization win grants. Millionaire Grant Lady and Associates have earned their clients more than $103 million in grant funding. million grant.

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Stop Chasing Grant Money

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

Yes, surprising grant applications will fall from the sky (hello, so many new funding opportunities in 2020 thanks to the COVID-19 Pandemic). Yes, you should always consider adding new grants if they fit your organization’s mission, need, and focus. This is how a curated calendar helps – you have a game plan for the year.

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