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Learning for Good | L&D Solutions and Leadership Development for Nonprofit Organizations

Heather Burright, Learning and Development Leader, Leadership Development Consultant, Instructional Designer.
Learning for Good | L&D Solutions and Leadership Development for Nonprofit Organizations
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  • Scale Smarter, Not Harder: A Better Way to Grow Nonprofit Programs
    When nonprofits scale programs too quickly without the right foundation, teams experience burnout, confusion, and inconsistent outcomes. In this episode of Learning for Good, I unpack the role of learning and development strategies in sustainable growth - and why scaling success starts with your people, not just your program.You’ll learn how to build infrastructure and clarity, develop staff capacity through behavior-based training, and ensure long-term success through continuous improvement strategies.▶️ Scale Smarter, Not Harder: A Better Way to Grow Nonprofit Programs ▶️ Key Points:01:19 Common breakdowns in scaling nonprofit programs03:56 Why clarity is the foundation of effective scaling05:01 What capacity really means and why training is key07:55 Continuous improvement through data and communicationResources from this episode:Join the Nonprofit Learning and Development Collective: https://www.skillmastersmarket.com/nonprofit-learning-and-development-collectiveWas this episode helpful? If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, follow and leave a review! 👇👇👇Know anyone who would benefit from this episode? SHARE this with your friends. 🔗Connect with HeatherLinkedIn: Heather BurrightWebsite: skillmastersmarket.comBook an interest call with Heather here.--Learning for Good is the podcast for nonprofit leaders seeking practical L&D solutions. Hosted by Heather, an experienced consultant, we dive into leadership development, instructional design, change management, and staff management strategies tailored to nonprofit organizations.Discover how to implement impactful learning solutions, foster belonging, and influence senior leaders. Each episode provides the tools you need to confidently navigate high-level conversations and drive meaningful change within your organization. Let’s create lasting impact through innovative L&D solutions!Produced by Ideablossoms
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  • Not Just an HR Problem: The Role of L&D in Succession Planning
    Succession planning may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about nonprofit leadership development, but it should be. In this episode, I sit down with transition strategist Naomi Hattaway to explore what it really takes to ensure leadership continuity and why it's a core part of any learning and development strategy.With executive turnover on the rise and funding environments shifting, organizations can’t afford to leave leadership transitions to chance. Succession planning supports not only operational stability but also employee trust, team morale, and long-term mission impact.▶️ Not Just an HR Problem: The Role of L&D in Succession Planning ▶️ Key Points:01:20 Why turnover hurts mission impact03:20 Naomi’s background, career journey, and how she got into succession planning09:05 What succession planning really means for nonprofits11:27 How succession planning aligns with learning and development15:00 Tips for integrating L&D with your succession plan17:03 Questions L&D leaders can ask to influence succession conversations21:28 Proactive steps and final advice for nonprofit teamsResources from this episode:Join the Nonprofit Learning and Development Collective: https://www.skillmastersmarket.com/nonprofit-learning-and-development-collectiveWas this episode helpful? If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, follow and leave a review! 👇👇👇Know anyone who would benefit from this episode? SHARE this with your friends. 🔗Connect with NaomiLinkedIn: Naomi HattawayWebsite: naomihattaway.com Connect with HeatherLinkedIn: Heather BurrightWebsite: skillmastersmarket.comBook an interest call with Heather here.🎙️This podcast is proudly produced by Ideablossoms — the mighty team behind some of the best mission-driven podcasts out there. If you're looking to launch a podcast or get help managing, editing, and repurposing your episodes, listen up:🌟 Go to ideablossoms.com or reach out to Rosa at [email protected] to grab an exclusive 30% off your first invoice!--Learning for Good is the podcast for nonprofit leaders seeking practical L&D solutions. Hosted by Heather, an experienced consultant, we dive into leadership development, instructional design, change management, and staff management strategies tailored to nonprofit organizations.Discover how to implement impactful learning solutions, foster belonging, and influence senior leaders. Each episode provides the tools you need to confidently navigate high-level conversations and drive meaningful change within your organization. Let’s create lasting impact through innovative L&D solutions!Produced by Ideablossoms
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  • Stop (only) Training. Start Coaching. How to Improve Staff Performance
    If training alone isn't moving the needle, it’s time to bring coaching into the equation. In this episode, I share how nonprofit leaders can use three simple yet powerful coaching questions to drive behavior change and improve staff performance, without micromanaging.You’ll discover why traditional training isn’t always enough and how coaching can help build autonomy and accountability. These coaching questions are rooted in the Situation-Behavior-Impact framework for feedback and can be taught to people managers or used with external partners. ▶️ Stop (only) Training. Start Coaching. How to Improve Staff Performance ▶️ Key Points:00:58 Coaching vs. directive management02:35 Why training alone isn't enough03:47 Three coaching questions to improve staff performance06:55 The bonus question that unlocks ownershipResources from this episode:Join the Nonprofit Learning and Development Collective: https://www.skillmastersmarket.com/nonprofit-learning-and-development-collectiveWas this episode helpful? If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, follow and leave a review! 👇👇👇Know anyone who would benefit from this episode? SHARE this with your friends. 🔗Connect with HeatherLinkedin: Heather BurrightWebsite: skillmastersmarket.comBook an interest call with Heather here.--Learning for Good is the podcast for nonprofit leaders seeking practical L&D solutions. Hosted by Heather, an experienced consultant, we dive into leadership development, instructional design, change management, and staff management strategies tailored to nonprofit organizations.Discover how to implement impactful learning solutions, foster belonging, and influence senior leaders. Each episode provides the tools you need to confidently navigate high-level conversations and drive meaningful change within your organization. Let’s create lasting impact through innovative L&D solutions!Produced by Ideablossoms
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  • Nonprofit L&D Pro Explains How to Create Meaningful Change and Drive Learning Strategy, an Interview with Jamie Bussey
    Creating meaningful change through staff training and development in a nonprofit can feel overwhelming, especially when you're the only one driving it. In this episode, I talk with Jamie Bussey, Senior Director of Learning and Development at the National Audubon Society.Jamie joined Audubon as a team of one, inheriting a blank slate and a whole lot of opportunity. She shares how she used a needs assessment to guide her strategy, implemented scalable solutions like a learning management system and coaching programs, and launched a comprehensive people manager training called "Leading the Flock."▶️ Leading Change and Navigating Challenges as a New L&D Leader with Jamie Bussey ▶️ Key Points:03:14 Jamie's career journey from journalism to nonprofit L&D05:19 Starting L&D from scratch: challenges and early wins09:56 Designing “Leading the Flock” for people managers14:46 Creating a robust training program 17:02 Overcoming resistance and building credibility21:54 Advice for L&D leaders starting from scratch in a nonprofitResources from this episode:Join the Nonprofit Learning and Development Collective: https://www.skillmastersmarket.com/nonprofit-learning-and-development-collectiveWas this episode helpful? If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, follow and leave a review! 👇👇👇Know anyone who would benefit from this episode? SHARE this with your friends. 🔗Connect with JamieLinkedin: Jamie BusseyConnect with HeatherLinkedin: Heather BurrightWebsite: skillmastersmarket.comBook an interest call with Heather here.🎙️This podcast is proudly produced by Ideablossoms — the mighty team behind some of the best mission-driven podcasts out there. If you're looking to launch a podcast or get help managing, editing, and repurposing your episodes, listen up:🌟 Go to ideablossoms.com or reach out to Rosa at [email protected] to grab an exclusive 30% off your first invoice!--Learning for Good is the podcast for nonprofit leaders seeking practical L&D solutions. Hosted by Heather, an experienced consultant, we dive into leadership development, instructional design, change management, and staff management strategies tailored to nonprofit organizations.Discover how to implement impactful learning solutions, foster belonging, and influence senior leaders. Each episode provides the tools you need to confidently navigate high-level conversations and drive meaningful change within your organization. Let’s create lasting impact through innovative L&D solutions!Produced by Ideablossoms
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  • Three Non-Training Solutions that Improve Staff Accountability
    Improving staff accountability doesn’t always require a training program. In fact, some of the most effective strategies for nonprofit leadership development and team performance don’t involve training at all. In this episode of Learning for Good, I share three powerful non-training solutions to boost accountability, enhance team culture, and drive consistent performance across teams.Whether you're facing missed deadlines, inconsistent follow-through, or simply want to elevate your team’s effectiveness, this episode offers actionable ideas built on workplace behavior change strategies and rooted in the psychology of habit formation. ▶️ Three Non-Training Solutions that Improve Staff Accountability ▶️ Key Points:00:58 Why accountability is essential for high-performing nonprofit teams02:50 Three non-training solutions that can improve staff accountability05:50 How these non-training solutions support behavior change and habit formation07:44 Why training alone won’t solve performance challengesResources from this episode:Join the Nonprofit Learning and Development Collective: https://www.skillmastersmarket.com/nonprofit-learning-and-development-collectiveWas this episode helpful? If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, follow and leave a review! 👇👇👇Know anyone who would benefit from this episode? SHARE this with your friends. 🔗Connect with HeatherLinkedin: Heather BurrightWebsite: skillmastersmarket.comBook an interest call with Heather here.--Learning for Good is the podcast for nonprofit leaders seeking practical L&D solutions. Hosted by Heather, an experienced consultant, we dive into leadership development, instructional design, change management, and staff management strategies tailored to nonprofit organizations.Discover how to implement impactful learning solutions, foster belonging, and influence senior leaders. Each episode provides the tools you need to confidently navigate high-level conversations and drive meaningful change within your organization. Let’s create lasting impact through innovative L&D solutions!Produced by Ideablossoms
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About Learning for Good | L&D Solutions and Leadership Development for Nonprofit Organizations

As nonprofit learning and development leaders, we want a seat at the table. We want to be viewed as true business partners who can help solve problems. We want to create meaningful learning solutions that fit in the flow of work and yield real results for the organization and for the staff.That's why in this podcast, we will not only explore instructional design and leadership development best practices, but we will also explore change management, belonging, and influence - helping you build the case for the solutions your organization needs so you can show up confidently in conversations with other senior leaders, subject matter experts, staff, and partners.If we haven't met yet, I'm Heather, and I’ve been in your shoes. I'm a learning and development consultant and the founder and principal consultant at Skill Masters Market. Before starting Skill Masters Market, I worked for a large national nonprofit where I led learning and development leadership initiatives. I know what it’s like to need to develop your staff quickly and effectively, and to build the relationships and cut through the organizational layers to be successful. With an eye for the larger strategy and the creative design process, I've created hundreds of learning experiences - in-person, self-paced, and virtual classroom - and have worked with dozens of leaders and their staff to help them achieve their organization’s professional development goals. So if you're ready to bust through the barriers and start creating behavior change in your nonprofit, this podcast is for you. Let's dive in. It's Learning for Good. Nonprofit Management | Leadership Training | Leadership Development | Staff Management | Change Management | Instructional Design | Diversity, Equity and InclusionLearn more: www.skillmastersmarket.comConnect with me: www.linkedin.com/in/heather-burrightSchedule a call: https://bit.ly/3GQT6Yg
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