Developing High Performers in the Nonprofit World
Developing High Performers in the Nonprofit World
In the nonprofit sector, cultivating high performers is essential when it comes to impact and meaningful change. High performers only make up about 10-15% of your workforce. The task at hand is to develop those with high performing potential to become high performers. With limited resources, organizations rely on passionate, skilled teams to further their missions. Here are 5 strategies to develop high performers in this unique landscape:
Foster a Strong Sense of Purpose
Connect people's work to the mission. Reinforce how their contributions create a positive impact. This bigger-picture purpose fuels motivation and commitment.
Offer Meaningful Professional Development
Provide learning opportunities tailored to nonprofit professionals - workshops on fundraising, program management, team development. Implement mentorship programs for knowledge-sharing.
Encourage Cross-Functional Collaboration
Nonprofits require individuals to span roles. Promote cross-functional collaboration to broaden perspectives and understanding of operations. This holistic view strengthens decision-making, which is a priceless skill.
Empower With Autonomy
Agility is key in this sector. Empower teams to take calculated risks, find solutions, and make decisions within their roles. Provide support while allowing autonomy.
Recognize Achievements
Nonprofits tackle difficult challenges. Recognizing accomplishments, big and small, boosts morale and reinforces behaviors driving high performance. Celebrate wins.
By implementing strategies aligned with the nonprofit mindset, you can inspire high performance from passionate teams dedicated to the greater mission.
