Ian M. Adair

Great graphic from Michelle Benson. People may not remember what you said. But they will certainly remember how you treated them. In leadership, kindness matters. #LeadershipDevelopment #kindness #BeKind

11 Trends in Philanthropy for 2026 For this tenth edition of the report, we reflect on themes that have shaped our sector over the past decade, as well as new developments.

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How a Year of Funding Whiplash Reshaped the Nonprofit Work Force Hiring plans collapsed, layoffs surged, and applications soared as funding disruptions hit nonprofits in 2025. The result is a more competitive, less stable job market that’s likely to persist this ye...

As 2026 begins, the nonprofit job market is tighter, more competitive, and far less stable — even as demand for services keeps rising.
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This session is still open (happening tomorrow) and designed specifically for nonprofit leaders with the ACNP credential. Expanding this offering later in the year. #LeadershipDevelopment
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Calling all ACNPs through the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance. This session is designed specifically for nonprofit leaders with this credential. We will expand this offering later in the year. #LeadershipDevelopment
#nonprofits | Link to register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Saying 'I don’t know' might be the best leadership decision I’ve made. Here’s why When leaders learn to say I don't know, they learn to operate with flexibility and agility when managing the unknown.

The concept of the “all-knowing leader” is such a myth. f-st.co/srGTuxb

As #leaders and managers it is our job is to intentionally create work spaces where people feel safe to speak up. In my experience, psychological safety is mission critical to feeling a sense of belonging, keeping teams engaged, and a feeling valued.

Donors Are Vetting You on LinkedIn. Here's How to Win Them Over. Four ways to leverage LinkedIn to burnish your reputation with donors.

The next major donor might skip the gala and find nonprofits on LinkedIn instead. With half of U.S. users in high-income brackets, LinkedIn is essential for donor cultivation. Four steps to get started: https://phlnthrp.com/4jpCV7b

I’m incredibly grateful to be recognized as one of the Top 10 Leading Speakers to Follow in 2025! I enjoy speaking about mental health in the workplace, employee engagement strategies, and staff recognition- all incredibly important today. #workplace msn.com/en-za/news/oth…

To be an effective leader today you have to support and foster your team’s mental health and wellness, professional development, and encourage innovation.

Plans are coming together. Looking forward to getting uncomfortable in 2026.

The most memorable leaders aren’t the ones who just taught you the work, or even to love it. They’re the ones who cheer for your success long after you’ve left their team or organization. Cheers 🥂 to real ones. #leadership #LeaderGoals #LeadershipDevelopment

The @ccldotorg.bsky.social identified 7 key focus areas of #executive #coaching that leads to important outcomes. Learn more how to connect organizational goals to individual leader development in their new report: bit.ly/3JHN9CD #nonprofit #LeadershipDevelopment

As #leaders and managers it is our job is to intentionally create work spaces where people feel safe to speak up. In my experience, psychological safety is mission critical to feeling a sense of belonging, keeping teams engaged, and a feeling valued.

6 Resolutions to Help Your Nonprofit Thrive in 2026 These practical steps will help you foster a healthy organizational culture during uncertain times.

“January isn’t about speed, it’s about stability.” Reset expectations, embrace feedback, and commit to rest. Discover 6 resolutions for nonprofit success in 2026.
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What will shape #nonprofits in 2026?

From evolving #AI use to trust, transparency, and data-driven impact, our recent #TechSoupBlog breaks down 3 key trends nonprofits should be watching in the year ahead.

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#NPTech #NonprofitTechnology #NonprofitOrganization

Opinion: To ensure endowment investments routinely align with mission, foundations need to tear down the wall between CEOs and CIOs.
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Great stuff from Jim Rohn, The challenge of Leadership.

The most memorable leaders aren’t the ones who just taught you the work, or even to love it. They’re the ones who cheer for your success long after you’ve left their team or organization. Cheers 🥂 to real ones. #leadership #LeaderGoals #LeadershipDevelopment

Excited about 2026 and the new opportunities and partnerships it holds. #HappyNewYear

One of the most important lessons I’ve ever learned in my career. #leadership #LeadershipDevelopment

Great stuff from Jim Rohn, The challenge of Leadership.

It always feels like home being on stage, this time for my organization the @SeattlePF for our sports themed event Fan of the Blue. This event supports our community outreach efforts, crime prevention initiatives, officer wellness and recognition programs. #nonprofit #Philanthropy

One of the most important lessons I’ve ever learned in my career. #leadership #LeadershipDevelopment

Support the Nonprofits That Support Our Communities

Small #nonprofits are the heart of our communities — and most operate with limited tech and resources. #TechSoup helps more than 300,000 #NonprofitOrganizations access affordable tools and expert guidance.

Support this work ahead of #GivingTuesday: spr.ly/633277UaPX

#NonprofitOrganization

Five Ways to Spark Generosity Over the Holidays GivingTuesday is a global movement that reimagines a world built upon shared humanity and radical generosity.

Make generosity a topic this holiday season! 

The more we talk about the ways we're all giving back, the more others will join in. #GivingTuesday

Building a Healthy, Human-Centered Culture in Nonprofits Nonprofit leader Ian Adair shares ways to fight burnout, build healthy cultures, and lead with vulnerability so your team can thrive for the long haul.

Huge THANK YOU 🙏 to Carly Berna and Scott Holthaus for the opportunity to discuss topics that are so close to my heart impacting the #nonprofit sector on the @VirtuousCRM Responsive Lab podcast. #LeadershipDevelopment

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It always feels like home being on stage, this time for my organization the @SeattlePF for our sports themed event Fan of the Blue. This event supports our community outreach efforts, crime prevention initiatives, officer wellness and recognition programs. #nonprofit #Philanthropy

Want someone to change their behavior? Psychology says nagging doesn’t work, but this mind trick does Bigging others up with gratitude is more likely to motivate them to change their behavior than tearing them down with nagging.

Research shows that when it comes to changing a behavior, gratitude beats nagging. f-st.co/mbnrFZ4