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The Smart Communications Podcast

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The Smart Communications Podcast helps busy nonprofit leaders build their communications skills and develop their organization’s voice. Every episode shares insights and practical tips to help you leverage strategic communications to advance your nonprofit’s mission.

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Latest Episodes

Cybersecurity is everyone's job. Farra Trompeter, co-director, talks with Joshua Peskay, co-founder of Meet the Moment, about practical ways nonprofits can reduce risk, protect sensitive data, and create a culture of awareness and care. From reasonab... more

How do we find joy in our work and our lives, especially when burnout looms? In this episode, Farra Trompeter, co-director, and Elandria Jackson Charles, chief joy officer at Ayoka Partners, explore how sabbatical care, intentional rest, and daily mi... more

What happens when funders shift decision-making powers to communities? Farra Trompeter is joined by Cynthia Gibson, PhD, principal of Cynthesis Consulting, and Kelley Buhles, independent consultant and owner of Buhles Consulting, to discuss participa... more

Smart design feedback is possible; it just requires clarity, collaboration, and strategy. Join J Kelley, senior account manager and host of this episode of the Smart Communications Podcast, as they chat with Randi Gibson, graphic designer, and Sandy ... more

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Recent Guests

Joshua Peskay
Co-founder of Meet the Moment, expert in nonprofit cybersecurity and technology.
Meet the Moment
Episode: Episode 198: What do you need to know about cybersecurity?
Keyante Love
Founder and president of Good Love Group, an Afro-indigenous and trans-owned consulting firm specializing in coaching, training, and conflict transformation
Good Love Group
Episode: Episode 194: How can you communicate with candor and care?
J Kelley
Senior account manager at Big Duck, focused on providing supportive client experiences.
Big Duck
Episode: Episode 192: How can you consolidate feedback?
Brittany DeNovellis
Capacity building program manager for the T. Rowe Price Foundation
T. Rowe Price Foundation
Episode: Episode 191: Why should funders invest in grantee communications capacity?
Lan To
Senior consultant and executive coach at Community Resource Exchange
Community Resource Exchange
Episode: Episode 190: How can you move from self-care to collective care?
Farra Trompeter
Co-director and worker-owner at Big Duck
Big Duck
Episode: Episode 190: How can you move from self-care to collective care?
Alia McKee
Seasoned fundraising strategist, market research expert, and leadership coach
Sea Change Strategies
Episode: Episode 188: How can you grow midlevel donors?
George Weiner
Nonprofit tech evangelist and founder of Whole Whale
Whole Whale
Episode: Episode 187: How can you shape your AI brand footprint?
Joanna Brody
Founder and president of Brody PR, Strategy and Storytelling for Social Good
Brody PR
Episode: Episode 186: How should your nonprofit approach crisis communications?

Host

Farra Trompeter
Co-director and worker-owner at Big Duck, an organization focused on nonprofit communications.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 102 ratings
  • Great!

    Interesting and impactful insights to use and leverage in your non profit.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tommye w-c
    United States5 years ago
  • Empowering, insightful and actionable! 🔥

    Whether you’re well established as someone who can translate creative energy into the impact you want to have on the world, or just getting started as a catalyst for change - this is a must-listen podcast for you! Sarah does an incredible job leading conversations that cover a huge breadth of topics related to the ins and outs of building a thriving nonprofit and life you can be proud of - with leaders who’ve actually walked the path. Highly recommend listening and subscribing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoshCrist
    United States5 years ago
  • + 1 subscriber this is the one that I need

    + 1 subscriber this is the one that I need

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LawrenceMugee
    Canada5 years ago
  • Well done!

    A valuable exploration of how individuals, teams, orgs and the public can communicate better with each other for better results. A great listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Business Improv
    United States6 years ago
  • At last! Non-profit comms breaks out!

    Delighted to discover this focused podcast, and that someone decided it was an important enough topic to make a podcast about. Really useful ideas, observations, advice and food for thought. If you are involved in non-profit communications, this should definitely be in your Top 5 listens.

    Many thanks for providing this excellent show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @francetim
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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Many reviews highlight the practical tips and diverse voices featured, which add depth to the understanding of the nonprofit sector.
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Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions on nonprofit communication strategies and find the content empowering and actionable.

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Episode 198: What do you need to know about cybersecurity?
Q: What are some beginning steps for nonprofits to manage cybersecurity?
Nonprofits should start by understanding their current cybersecurity measures, asking organizational leadership about existing protocols, and ensuring staff are trained and aware of cybersecurity risks and how to report them.
Episode 198: What do you need to know about cybersecurity?
Q: Why should nonprofit staff care about cybersecurity?
Nonprofit staff should care about cybersecurity because it protects their organizational work, the funds they manage, and most importantly, the individuals they serve. Poor cybersecurity can lead to data breaches that put sensitive information at risk, harming vulnerable populations.
Episode 197: How can you find joy?
Q: Can you talk a little about what led you to start Ayoka Partners?
Elandria started Ayoka Partners to support high-achieving women, especially those facing burnout, by providing tools and space to reconnect with their joy.
Episode 197: How can you find joy?
Q: What are some things that people can do to practice joy in their work lives?
People can create a toolkit of practices for joy, such as meditation, physical activity, and changing their environments. They should also recognize micro-moments throughout the day that can foster joy.
Episode 197: How can you find joy?
Q: What makes joy urgent for you?
Joy is urgent because it is essential for well-being and can prevent burnout, especially among Black women who face considerable stress.

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Focused on empowering nonprofit leaders, this series offers practical tools and strategies for enhancing communications within organizations. Episodes often feature expert guests exploring crucial topics such as feedback consolidation, crisis communication, and donor engagement, emphasizing the need for clarity, compassion, and strategic thinking in nonprofit messaging. The unique approach combines insights from both nonprofit industry experts and thought leaders from related fields, providing a well-rounded perspective on effective communications. Overall, it presents itself not only as an informative resource but also as an engaging community for those dedicated to advancing their organizations' missions through effective communication pr... more

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2. Keyante Love
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5. Lan To
6. Farra Trompeter
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8. George Weiner

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