About This Session
Description
This session is designed to help you lead with Purpose and thrive as a Nonprofit Director.
Are you balancing grant writing, staff supervision, board meetings, and big-picture planning—all while trying to avoid burnout? This session is designed to help nonprofit and literacy leaders like you reclaim your time, sharpen your focus, and lead with clarity and confidence.
Whether you’re stepping into a leadership role for the first time or are a seasoned director, you’ll gain practical, actionable strategies to manage competing priorities, build strong community connections, and sustain both your mission and your well-being.
Through engaging, hands-on learning, we’ll explore how to:
- Set healthy boundaries and avoid burnout
- Delegate and motivate your team more effectively
- Strengthen your organization’s community presence and fundraising efforts
- Dream big and build a strategic path to success
Join us for a dynamic and empowering session that will leave you feeling recharged and ready to lead with renewed purpose.
Because leading well shouldn’t mean doing it all alone.
What we'll cover:
This session is designed to guide you in developing the skills needed to lead with confidence, prioritize your time effectively, and create a sustainable approach to managing your numerous responsibilities. Whether you are stepping into a leadership role for the first time or have years of experience, this class offers practical, actionable strategies to help you thrive in the ever-evolving field of literacy leadership. Through a mix of engaging, hands-on learning experiences, you will discover techniques to maintain balance, stay focused, and ultimately achieve greater success.
As a director, you’re tasked with juggling multiple responsibilities that are crucial to the success of your organization. From managing the office to overseeing the board of directors, writing grants, supervising staff, and driving the organization’s vision, the demands on your time and energy can seem endless. With such a diverse and demanding workload, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. However, this course is specifically designed to help you navigate the complexities of these leadership roles, ensuring that you can meet your professional obligations while also safeguarding your personal well-being.
The strategies we explore in this session will help you prioritize tasks effectively, streamline your workflow, and ensure that you’re not sacrificing your health or happiness in the process. We’ll focus on practical tools for managing stress, delegating tasks efficiently, and keeping your team motivated and engaged. By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped with the skills and mindset necessary to not only excel in your leadership role but to do so in a way that supports long-term sustainability and prevents burnout. Join us to create a path to leadership that is both fulfilling and successful.
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Presenter

Natasha Duncan
Executive Director
East Texas Literacy Council
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