http://www.passionsandpossibilities.com Pasisonately Inspiring the Next Generation Fri, 06 Jan 2012 06:28:35 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Pasisonately Inspiring the Next Generation The Passions and Possibilities® Network no Pasisonately Inspiring the Next Generation http://www.passionsandpossibilities.com/wp-content/plugins/powerpress/rss_default.jpg http://www.passionsandpossibilities.com http://www.passionsandpossibilities.com/2010/11/16/passioneer%c2%ae-vida-ghaffari-actress/ http://www.passionsandpossibilities.com/2010/11/16/passioneer%c2%ae-vida-ghaffari-actress/#comments Tue, 16 Nov 2010 20:35:11 +0000 Sue Oliver http://www.passionsandpossibilities.com/?p=4551 http://www.passionsandpossibilities.com/2010/11/16/passioneer%c2%ae-vida-ghaffari-actress/feed/ 0 http://www.passionsandpossibilities.com/2010/11/11/passioneer%c2%ae-12-minute-podblastfroswa-booker-drew-helping-nonprofits-thrive-at-what-they-love/ http://www.passionsandpossibilities.com/2010/11/11/passioneer%c2%ae-12-minute-podblastfroswa-booker-drew-helping-nonprofits-thrive-at-what-they-love/#comments Fri, 12 Nov 2010 00:02:54 +0000 Sue Oliver http://www.passionsandpossibilities.com/?p=4538 http://www.passionsandpossibilities.com/2010/11/11/passioneer%c2%ae-12-minute-podblastfroswa-booker-drew-helping-nonprofits-thrive-at-what-they-love/feed/ 0 Business Coach,do what you love,Expert,Follow Your Dreams,Froswa Booker-Drew,How To,inspiration,non-profit,PowerLeaps,Sue Oliver We recently interviewed Froswa Booker-Drew, a non-profit consultant and coach who works with entrepreneurs, groups, organizations and their boards to launch and run effective non-profit programs and services. We recently interviewed Froswa Booker-Drew, a non-profit consultant and coach who works with entrepreneurs, groups, organizations and their boards to launch and run effective non-profit programs and services.  Below is a summary of our discussion and the 12-minute podcast recording. Froswa is the owner of Soulstice Consultancy, an agency that provides: Strategic planning, Special event/tour coordination, Promotions/community based marketing, Fundraising (grant research, proposal writing and donor cultivation), Program development assistance, Evaluations, Board training, Consultations/coaching for businesses and non profit agencies. Summary of our interview: 1)  What are the three most important things for a budding Passioneer who wants to create a thriving nonprofit? I strongly encourage individuals that are interested in creating a nonprofit organization to research to find out more about organizations that are currently providing similar services as well as learn more about nonprofit management through reading or attending workshops/classes.  In addition, volunteer as well as seek out a mentor in your area of interest who can serve as a sounding board or offer support through your journey. 2)  What qualities or values are most important for your success as a Passioneer? Faith is extremely important because there are times when you question yourself and the work.  It is imperative to use your faith as a foundation for your success.  Determination along with the ability to seek out help are critical qualities that have helped me over the years. 3)  What are 2-3 of the biggest mistakes that you see budding Passioneers in growing a nonprofit? Several mistakes I have witnessed nonprofit visionaries violate include creating a board that is comprised of friends instead of actively pursuing individuals who have necessary skill sets that can build your organization.  I have seen start up nonprofits have unrealistic goals.  Create a strategic plan and target low hanging fruit/opportunities first instead of trying to save the entire world in your first year of operation. 4) Any other words of advice/guidance? Utilize existing expertise such as local Management Service Organizations or Statewide Nonprofit Associations that offer incredible guidance and information to help you as well.  Be careful of individuals who claim they are grantwriters.  If an individual can not tell you their track record, be very cautious.  Anyone can write a grant.  The real issue is if they have been funded! Thanks Froswa and Happy Passioneering! 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