Preventing Nonprofit Burnout & Finding Your "Sit-in-The-Sun" Moments with Kishshana Palmer

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Are you constantly exhausted, overwhelmed, and struggling to find the motivation to keep going? In this episode of Small Nonprofit, Maria Rio is joined by the inspiring Kashana Palmer, CEO of Management Co, to explore the importance of rest, humanity, and self-awareness in nonprofit leadership. Together, they discuss how rest and intentionality can transform personal and organizational well-being.

This episode is a must-listen for any nonprofit leader who wants to break free from the cycle of burnout and create a more sustainable, fulfilling career.

Preventing Nonprofit Burnout – The Highlights:

• Why rest and self-care are essential for effective nonprofit leadership.
• The dangers of “martyrdom” in nonprofit work and how to break free.
• Simple strategies to bring humanity into the nonprofit workplace culture.
• Practical tips for finding your "sit in the sun" moment.
• How nonprofit leaders can model healthy behaviors for their staff.

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About Kishshana Palmer:

With 20+ years as a C-Suite executive turned consultant and coach, Kishshana helps organizations down the pathway to success, sustainability, and profitability. She uses her skills and extensive expertise in strategy, raising capital, and team management to review what you’ve done, share what you should be doing, and help you or your organization readjust its course to actualize goals.

Links and Resources:  

• Connect with Kishshana Palmer  on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kishshanapalmer/
• Check out the website: https://www.managemint.co/
• The Sticky Teams on-demand training: https://kishshana-co-inc.ck.page/6f9565b1c6 
• Connect with Maria on LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/mariario/
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• Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/UwHH4L2AIT8 

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