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Talbott Talks: E-Myth
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Talbott Talks: E-Myth

A topic that has been coming up a lot lately in my conversations is one that is prominent throughout the book the E-Myth, by Michael E. Gerber. It’s the concept of the tension and difficulty found between spending your time working “on” versus “in” your organization. While the E-Myth is focused on the “Entrepreneurial Myth”, I think it’s important to recognize that it also has implications for nonprofits.

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The Value of Recruiting for Nonprofit CEO Searches

The Value of Recruiting for Nonprofit CEO Searches

Recruiters can provide tons of value to nonprofits during a CEO search, from helping to determine the ideal candidate profile to managing the entire search process. In addition, recruiters are expert salespeople who can sell your organization to top candidates.

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So, Your Nonprofit’s Executive Director is Leaving… Now What?

So, Your Nonprofit’s Executive Director is Leaving… Now What?

For better or worse, one thing is for certain - your nonprofit's leader will not be there forever. And, at your organization, it looks like now is the time when you need to start doing the deep work to make sure you have a smooth executive transition.

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Travis Skodack, CAE, RYT named Director of Membership at American Oil Chemists' Society (AOCS)
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Travis Skodack, CAE, RYT named Director of Membership at American Oil Chemists' Society (AOCS)

In July 2022, Travis Skodack, a Talbott Talent candidate, was named Director of Membership for the American Oil Chemists' Society (AOCS). Skodack brings expertise in membership development and strategic partnerships, having previously excelled in member engagement and retention strategies at the International Association of Professional Women.

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Central Indiana Youth For Christ  Names Dr. Dara Berkharter as its Next CEO

Central Indiana Youth For Christ Names Dr. Dara Berkharter as its Next CEO

Central Indiana Youth for Christ (CIYFC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Dara Berkharter as its new Executive Director. Prior to joining CIYFC, Dr. Berkharter served as Chief Advancement Officer at SpringHill Camps, where she developed and implemented a sales strategy that significantly increased revenue generation to $1 million.

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Tristen Comeys Celebrates 1 Year with Bauer Family Resources

Tristen Comeys Celebrates 1 Year with Bauer Family Resources

Talbott Talent proudly commemorates the one-year anniversary of our placed nonprofit executive director, Tristen Comegys as the Executive Director of Bauer Resources Center. A collaborative effort between Talbott Talent and the search committe comprised of the select members of the nonprofits, board of directors led to the successful placement of Comegys.

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Alliance of Crop, Soil, and Environmental Science Societies names Jim Cudahy as its CEO

Alliance of Crop, Soil, and Environmental Science Societies names Jim Cudahy as its CEO

The Alliance of Crop, Soil and Environmental Science Societies has named Jim Cudahy, CAE, as its new CEO. A seasoned association executive, Cudahy will lead ACSESS’s efforts to support three societies – the American Society of Agronomy, the Crop Science Society of America, and the Soil Science Society of America - in delivering on their missions for scientists and professionals in the agronomic, crop, and soil sciences.

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Nonprofit Hiring Tips: 4 Ways to Create a Better Experience for Your Candidates
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Nonprofit Hiring Tips: 4 Ways to Create a Better Experience for Your Candidates

As a talent acquisition professional with 20+ years of experience, I hear about employers like ABC Recovery all the time. In my work as the Vice President of Talent Acquisition at Talbott Talent, I have to admit that this lack of attention to candidate experience is especially present with nonprofits.

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