The Smart Communications Podcast
The Smart Communications Podcast is a useful resource for all nonprofit leaders looking to boost their communications chops on the go.
Displaying items 1-10 of 181 in total of The Smart Communications Podcast with the tag "nonprofit".
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Episode 221: How can you move from swag to storytelling?
September 30th, 2026 | 16 mins 32 secs
Storytelling, communications, nonprofit, podcast, swag
Swag can engage your team and your community. Learn affordable, intentional ways to turn merchandise, events, and publications into storytelling tools that build brand loyalty and connection.
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Episode 220: How can you accelerate planned giving?
September 16th, 2026 | 21 mins 50 secs
fundraising, nonprofit, planned giving, podcast
Planned giving isn't just for the big nonprofits. Learn affordable, easy tactics to launch a program, build authentic donor conversations, and secure long-term support.
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Episode 219: How can nonprofits make videos sustainably?
September 2nd, 2026 | 22 mins 6 secs
Storytelling, Video, branding, communications, fundraising, nonprofit
Creating nonprofit videos doesn't have to be expensive or complicated. Learn practical tips for capturing authentic nonprofit stories and creating consistent content that resonates.
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Episode 218: How can you update a brand across a federated network?
August 19th, 2026 | 24 mins 26 secs
branding, communications, nonprofit, podcast, united way
Learn how to refresh your brand, build trust across independent teams, and maximize collective impact across chapters and networks.
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Episode 217: What do leaders need to make difficult decisions?
August 5th, 2026 | 19 mins 58 secs
Leadership, change, communications, nonprofit
What do leaders need when faced with incredible challenges? Discover how to make difficult decisions, embrace ambiguity, and lead with both strength and vulnerability.
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Episode 216: How can you get staff to feel seen in your communications?
July 22nd, 2026 | 19 mins 44 secs
communications, internal, nonprofit, podcast
Transform your communications by engaging staff—and improve your internal culture, external messaging, and fundraising.
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Episode 215: Does your nonprofit really need a new name?
July 8th, 2026 | 19 mins 30 secs
branding, communications, name change, naming, nonprofit, podcast
Learn how to tell when your organization’s name may be holding it back, when a name change makes sense, and how taglines can strengthen your brand.
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Episode 214: Why can’t more fundraising fix your fundraising?
June 24th, 2026 | 19 mins
Strategy, communications, fundraising, nonprofit, podcast
Stop doing more of what isn't working: explore the brand fundamentals—vision, clarity, and personality—that transform your fundraising.
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Episode 213: How can you get your board to fundraise?
June 10th, 2026 | 28 mins 18 secs
board, communications, fundraising, nonprofit, podcast
Are you ready to transform your board’s relationship with fundraising? Learn how providing clear expectations from the start, ongoing accountability, and strengths-based roles can drive sustainable revenue for your organization.
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Episode 212: How can we be brave and embrace conflict?
May 27th, 2026 | 15 mins 25 secs
Teams, communications, conflict, nonprofit, podcast
Conflict can be productive and move things forward. Learn how embracing “conflict bravery” can deepen relationships, drive meaningful change, and unlock your organization's full potential.