The Maneva Journal

Insights, strategies, and stories on leadership, equity, and scaling impact in the mission-driven world.

How to Support a Friend or Colleague Who’s Going Through Job Uncertainty

A dear friend of mine was recently laid off after almost ten years at the same organization. Ten years of dedication, long days, deep relationships, and mission-driven work.

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Recruiting Volunteers: 6 Techniques to Implement This Fall

Nehal Shah

As summer comes to a close, many organizations see a drop in volunteer numbers. The challenge is clear: how do you maintain a steady flow of committed and passionate volunteers after the busy summer months?

Building Financial Stability: 4 Key Strategies for Nonprofits

Nehal Shah

Many leaders I have spoken to recently are concerned about ensuring the financial sustainability of their organizations, especially with uncertainties regarding the election and the economy.

Why Flexible Work is Key to Attracting and Retaining Top Talent

Nehal Shah

Amazon recently took over headlines by requiring employees to return to the office, and I have been in several discussions recently with leaders who are wondering about the balance between in-office versus flexible work.

AI for Nonprofits: 7 Easy, Impactful Best Practices beyond ChatGPT

Nehal Shah

Leveraging AI goes way beyond using ChatGPT. Many AI tools are easy to use and transformative for nonprofits. Whether it's automating routine tasks or predicting fundraising outcomes, AI offers powerful tools that can help organizations expand their impact.

The Power of Storytelling: How Nonprofits Can Boost Engagement and Donations

Nehal Shah

Did you know that fundraising campaigns centered on storytelling have been shown to generate a 50% increase in donations compared to those focused solely on data?

4 Ways to Be a Leader for Whom They Run Through Walls

Nehal Shah

My partner constantly reminds me and other executives we work with that ultimately, “People work for people,” not companies or organizations. This resonates because, as much as we’d like to think that a company’s mission or vision drives loyalty

The Election is Over – Let's Get Back to Work

Nehal Shah

Last week was a heavy one for many of the people I know who work tirelessly in nonprofits. And whether you supported Trump or Harris, I will take this week’s newsletter to offer some perspective that I have found useful

5 Things Your CFO Should Be Doing Right Now

Nehal Shah

There’s no sugarcoating it—uncertainty is in the air. Organizations across the sector are watching major funders shift priorities, reacting to cuts in federal grants, seeing donation patterns change, and feeling the pressure of a tightening economy.

Have an Overqualified Job Applicant? Don’t Cut Them – Hear Me Out.

Sneha Shah

When screening job applicants, even I am often cautious when I see someone who is “overqualified” for the job. There’s a concern that they may expect too much in salary, become bored, or leave quickly.

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