If you’re a nonprofit CEO or Executive Director, you already know there are a million things you can’t control:

The economy.
Funder priorities.
Donor preferences.
That one staff member who thinks “fashionably late” is a cute personality trait.

But there is one thing you can control, and it changes everything else.

Back when I was an Executive Director, I tried to control it all…I even lost sleep over details no one else cared about.

I thought if I worked harder and slept less, I could force everything into place.
Spoiler: it didn’t work.

Instead, I was constantly frustrated, and maybe you’ve been there too.

A funder suddenly pulls their support. Instant panic.
A volunteer drops the ball. Simmering irritation.
A “remote” staffer caught skiing instead of working...okay, that one’s a personal story that I'll share in a minute.

Today, I’m reminding you of the one thing you can truly control that will help you lead with more ease, acceptance, and peace.

Marcia Beckner helps nonprofit executives lead with confidence and create healthy, thriving workplace cultures, especially during times of growth and change.

After nearly 20 years in the nonprofit and social impact sector, she’s seen far too many talented, hard-working leaders burn out and walk away. It doesn’t have to be this way. Nonprofit CEO SPARK is your invitation to pause, pivot, and reignite your energy so you can lead with clarity, courage, and balance.

Feeling exhausted and on the edge of burnout? Book a Burnout to Boundaries Strategy Session today and start reclaiming your time, energy, and joy.