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Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

Brooke Richie-Babbage

231 episodes

20 hours ago

In this episode, I dive into a real, timely conversation with Scott Brighton, CEO of Bonterra — a social good software company helping nonprofits raise and give more through data-driven innovation. We talk candidly about what AI and data can actually do for nonprofit leaders looking to grow their impact, especially when resources are tight. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the idea of “using data” or confused about what AI can realistically do for your small-but-mighty team, this one’s for ...

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In this episode, I dive into a real, timely conversation with Scott Brighton, CEO of Bonterra — a social good software company helping nonprofits raise and give more through data-driven innovation. We talk candidly about what AI and data can actually do for nonprofit leaders looking to grow their impact, especially when resources are tight. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the idea of “using data” or confused about what AI can realistically do for your small-but-mighty team, this one’s for ...

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Episodes (20/231)

Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

Let’s Talk About AI (And How It Can Help Us Do More With Less)

In this episode, I dive into a real, timely conversation with Scott Brighton, CEO of Bonterra — a social good software company helping nonprofits raise and give more through data-driven innovation. We talk candidly about what AI and data can actually do for nonprofit leaders looking to grow their impact, especially when resources are tight. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the idea of “using data” or confused about what AI can realistically do for your small-but-mighty team, this one’s for ...

20 hours ago

34 minutes

Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

How Summer Planning Can Save You From Year-End Chaos

As the end of the year creeps closer, nonprofit teams often find themselves overwhelmed, scrambling to meet bold goals with dwindling energy. In this candid episode, I walk you through a powerful mid-year capacity check process that helps you avoid Q4 burnout—and hit your year-end targets with clarity and intention. I dive into why year-end chaos really begins in the summer and how capacity blindness can sabotage even the best-laid plans. I also share a step-by-step process you can use right ...

1 week ago

18 minutes

Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

Hit Pause: A Summer Playlist to Help You Reset, Refocus, and Lead Better

This week, I’m doing something a little different. It’s summer—and let’s be honest—we don’t need more noise or a bunch of new content right now. Instead, I’ve pulled together six hand-picked episodes to help you make the most of these summer months. Think: focus, reset, and space to prepare for the rest of the year. You can grab the playlist at brookerichiebabbage.com/summerresetplaylist or text SUMMER to 66866! Whether you’re slowing down, catching up, or gearing up, these quick listens are ...

3 weeks ago

2 minutes

Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

How To Outsmart Decision Fatigue: 3 Strategies for Clearer Thinking

Mid-year always feels like it should be a breather... but somehow, it’s not. If you’re feeling foggy, stretched thin, or stuck in reactive mode right now—you are not alone. This episode is all about decision fatigue, that sneaky mental exhaustion that piles up without us noticing. I’m breaking down why this happens (especially mid-year) and sharing three simple, practical strategies nonprofit leaders can use to lighten the load. These are tools I use with my coaching clients—and myself—to pro...

4 weeks ago

16 minutes

Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

Why Your Board Isn’t Aligned (And 3 Moves to Fix It Fast)

Are your board members nodding along… but not really moving in sync with your priorities? In this episode, I break down why that misalignment happens even after you’ve clarified goals—and what you can do to fix it. Whether you're launching a new initiative, setting annual goals, or trying to get real traction on fundraising, I share three powerful moves that shift board engagement from passive to activated. We’ll talk about what truly motivates people (hint: it’s not a list of KPIs), how to u...

1 month ago

13 minutes

Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

How Smart Nonprofit Leaders Build Systems That Outlast Them

As your nonprofit grows, it’s easy to overlook the behind-the-scenes systems that keep everything running. In this episode, I unpack why scaling isn’t just about doing more—it’s about building smarter systems that can support your growth without burning you out. I walk through the three stages of infrastructure evolution (Organic → Intentional → Systematized), and offer real talk on why the first transition is often the hardest. If you’re still relying on memory, manual workarounds, or Slack ...

1 month ago

22 minutes

Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

Burnout Looks Like Control: How To Lead Without Controlling Everything

As your nonprofit grows, your leadership style has to evolve — fast. In this episode, I share the mindset shifts and systems you need to lead effectively at scale without burning out or micromanaging. I break down the three key levers that help you trade control for clarity and oversight. You’ll learn how to set up a "leadership cockpit" so you can stay focused on the big picture, trust your team, and stay aligned with your mission as complexity increases. This is one of the most common...

1 month ago

31 minutes

Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

Mini-Series: How to Make Your Design Shift Stick

In this final episode of my Design Shift mini-series, I’m diving into one of the most overlooked—but most essential—parts of organizational growth: making your changes stick. Because if a shift only lives in your energy or your head, it’s not structural—it’s temporary. And when growth brings pressure, anything temporary falls apart. So today, we’re talking about how to lock in the meaningful shifts you’ve made, so your nonprofit can grow without unraveling. You’ll learn a simple, three-part p...

1 month ago

9 minutes

Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

Mini-Series: How to Redesign Your Nonprofit One Shift at a Time

If you've ever looked at your nonprofit and thought, “Where do I even start?”—this episode is for you. When we notice how much weight we're personally carrying—systems that rely on our memory, gaps in structure—it can be overwhelming. But you don’t have to fix everything overnight. In this episode, I share a clear, low-stress method to start redesigning your organization from the inside out. Using my STRONG Framework, I’ll help you focus on one pillar, ask one smart question, and take o...

2 months ago

20 minutes

Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

Mini-Series: How To Diagnose What's Broken In Your Nonprofit

You’re juggling a million things and trying to keep your organization running smoothly — but what if the real issues you’re facing aren’t random? In this episode, I introduce you to the STRONG Framework — the six foundational pillars of a resilient nonprofit — and show you how to identify where your organization might be structurally out of sync. If you’ve ever asked, “What’s really going wrong here?” this is the clarity you’ve been looking for. In this episode, you’ll learn: A high-level bre...

2 months ago

19 minutes

Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

Why Your Burnout is a Signal—Not a Flaw. And What To Do About It.

You’ve been told to push through. Work harder. Stretch farther. But what if the burnout you're feeling isn’t about motivation, time, or funding? In this episode, I explore a deeper issue: most nonprofit organizations are built on outdated structures that can’t sustain their mission’s scale. I share how to identify these structural mismatches — what I call “design deficits” — and how to begin redesigning your organization for sustainable growth and real resilience. If you're feeling the weight...

2 months ago

11 minutes

Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

Why More Money or Staff Might Actually Break Your Organization

If a genie handed you $2 million or five new team members today, would it really solve your organization's biggest challenges—or reveal them? In this episode, I unpack a myth that keeps many nonprofit leaders stuck: that more money or people will automatically fix what's hard. Spoiler alert—it doesn’t. Instead, growth amplifies what’s already fragile. I share real-world examples from organizations that scaled quickly and struggled, and help you ask the right questions to prepare for sustainab...

2 months ago

17 minutes

Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

3 Ways to Reclaim Your Voice in Funder Meetings

Funder meetings don't have to be scary or disempowering. Instead of walking into funder meetings feeling like you have to prove your work is worthy of support, what if you flipped the script? What if you went from powerless grantee to empowered strategic partner? In this episode of the Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast, I unpack how to show up to these conversations with confidence and strategy — rooted in your role as a thought partner and changemaker. After nearly 30 years in the fie...

3 months ago

14 minutes

Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

2 Mindset ShiftsThat Are Actually Powerful Growth Strategies

If you’re stuck in the weeds, overwhelmed by your to-do list, or wondering why growth still feels unstable, this episode is for you. I’m sharing the two mindset shifts that have changed everything for me and the nonprofit leaders I coach—moving us from burnout and stagnation to thriving teams, sustainable funding, and scaled impact. These aren’t feel-good platitudes. They’re strategic approaches that rewire how you lead, grow, and build. Let’s talk about what it really looks like to lead diff...

3 months ago

24 minutes

Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

Why Your Team's Burnout Is a Signal—Not a Symptom

If your team is running on empty and your organization feels like it’s constantly behind, you’re not alone—and it’s not a sign that you need to work harder. In this episode, I unpack what’s really driving burnout and internal chaos: a Design Deficit. I’ll show you how to shift from operating in survival mode to building an organization that can sustainably carry your bold mission. You’ll walk away with a clear, simple framework to strengthen your organization from the inside out—so your growt...

3 months ago

21 minutes

Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

Why Your Leadership Team Member Is Struggling—and How to Fix It

If you've ever been frustrated by a team member who should be operating at a high level but just… isn’t, you’re not alone. In this episode, I break down a simple but powerful framework called the Leadership Performance Matrix™—a tool I use to help nonprofit leaders pinpoint exactly why someone is underperforming and what to do about it. Instead of jumping to conclusions about someone’s motivation or competency, I walk you through how to diagnose the real root of the problem—whether it’s about...

3 months ago

28 minutes

Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

Oldie But Goodie: Revolutionize Your Nonprofit Workflow with ChatGPT

I'm bringing this one back because my love of ChatGPT, and my appreciation for everything it can do to help nonprofit leaders, has only grown deeper in the 2 years since I first released this! Want to work together? Apply for the Next Level Nonprofit Accelerator, a high-touch coaching and training accelerator for established organizations that want a smart, powerful playbook for taking their growing organization to the next level. Connect with me! LinkedIn Instagram YouTube

4 months ago

33 minutes

Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

5 Minute Strategy: 4 Part Persuasion -- How To Move Anyone To Action

This is simple—but most nonprofits don’t do it. When you want to persuade donors, board members, funders, or partners to take action, use this four-part framework: 1️⃣ Add good stuff they get for saying yes 2️⃣ Remove bad stuff that goes away when they say yes 3️⃣ Add bad stuff if they do nothing 4️⃣ Take away good stuff if they do nothing Want to work together? Apply for the Next Level Nonprofit Accelerator, a high-touch coaching and training accelerator for established organizations that ...

4 months ago

3 minutes

Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

5 Minute Strategy: 5 Minute Rule For Increasing Donor Engagement

Every nonprofit wants to retain more donors. But too many lose support because they let donor questions and concerns sit unanswered. Donors who receive a response to their inquiry within 5 minutes are significantly more likely to stay engaged. And yet, many nonprofits take days—or weeks—to reply to simple donor requests. No bueno. But easily fixable. Here’s how to fix it. Want to work together? Apply for the Next Level Nonprofit Accelerator, a high-touch coaching and training accelera...

4 months ago

5 minutes

Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

The 5 Horsemen of Nonprofit Stagnation

Hitting a growth ceiling in your nonprofit? You’re not alone. Many organizations get stuck in the same patterns—underfunding, overextending, or trying to do too much with too little. The good news? There are clear, actionable shifts you can make to move forward. In this episode, I break down the five most common roadblocks nonprofits face and the hard but necessary changes that lead to real, sustainable growth. Fair warning: staying stuck is just as hard, but it keeps your nonprofit underfund...

4 months ago

12 minutes