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Leaving Government for the Private Sector – Part 2

Steve Blank

Laura Thomas is a former CIA operations officer. Most of her lessons were applicable to any government employee venturing out to the private sector. Before leaving government service one of my biggest challenges was to understand how my skill as a Case Officer would translate into a job in the commercial world.

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Leaving Government for the Private Sector – Part 1

Steve Blank

Laura Thomas is a former CIA operations officer. Most of her lessons were applicable to any government employee venturing out to the private sector. Only 15% of my time was doing the more exciting operations. Below is the first of her three-part series. The difference is my decisions now aren’t life or death.

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Does Your Nonprofit Need an Advisory Board?

Board Effect

The fact that your board is having a discussion about forming an advisory board is a good indication that it’s time to put the issue on your board’s agenda for discussion. You never know what experiences and perspectives your fellow board members will have on a certain topic once you bring it out into the open.

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Did you know that board management software isn’t just for boards?

Board Effect

Nonprofit leaders looking to maximize resources should take a fresh look at board management software, a versatile tool that can touch all aspects of organizational operations. Securing sensitive data. Any sensitive data and information that they work with needs to be done securely and kept protected.

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Tips for Writing a Successful Business Plan for a Daycare Center

Up and Running

Will you offer discounts, or accept government-subsidized or reduced payments from lower-income parents? Alternately, the landlord may agree to defer rent in return for a larger security deposit or added monthly payments. Buzz-in security system. Securing loans. What employee childcare discount will you offer?

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Creating an Amendment to Nonprofit Bylaws

Board Effect

Good governance practices demand that nonprofit boards review and make amendments to their bylaws annually to ensure sound leadership. Operating a nonprofit organization is similar to running a for-profit corporation in many ways. Creating an executive board, advisory board, or emeritus board.

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Do It Right The First Time, Part II: Visit the Doctor or House Call?

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Likewise, founders can benefit from understanding basic characteristics of the overall legal structure, formation and governance documents, rights and responsibilities of team members, etc. Stepping off the soapbox, let’s examine the highest level “To Do” list for a new startup: Formation, Governance and Equity. Newco, Inc.”)