Are you eager to know what it truly takes to manage a not-for-profit? For certain, a good NFP will go through growth stages, and that can mean growing pains. So how can you be ensured that the meaning and simplicity of a not-for-profit does not get lost whilst moving forward?
In today’s episode, we talk to Tim Oberg, Strategic Director of Parkrun. We’ll be talking about three main points: 1) The legal setup of the entity; 2) Consistent simplicity, and 3) Managing remote teams to get the best practices and resources.
All that in this episode of The Not for Profit Podcast, so be sure to join us until the end.
The Hurdles in Starting a Not for Profit (6:15)
If you were to go back, what advice would you give yourself? (7:53)
Managing the satellites: How were you able to manage everything to be similar? (10:43)
Moving forward: When do you bring new people in? (15:07)
How do you manage your staff? (18:55)
Common issues with remote staff: Does working from home work for everybody? (22:04)
Key factors that matter when you’re in a not for profit (24:30)
Important lessons to part with (27:09)
Who is Tim Oberg?
Tim Oberg is the Strategic Director of Parkrun. He is a self-motivated, energetic leader who possesses the unique ability to build rapport with people of all ages and cultural backgrounds. Tim is highly organised and is capable of managing multiple projects at once. Tim is an inspiring educator and speaker.