From Entry Level To Leadership

Getting From Entry Level to Leadership Upgrading to a New Nonprofit Job Rosetta Thurman Perspectives From the Pipeline October 2007

"I started out just like
you guys - on trash.
Now, I'm washing
lettuce. Pretty soon I'll
be on fries. In a year or
two, I'll make assistant
manager....and that's
when the big bucks
start rolling in!"
- Louie Anderson as a fast-food restaurant employee

this is what you do all day also known as

this is who you want to be when you grow up but how do you get from entry level to leadership ?

Is it Time to Take the Next Step in Your Nonprofit Career?
Your role limits your opportunities
There are no opportunities for advancement
You're being blocked by your boss(es)
You're not receiving a fair salary

Agenda
Assess your current skills to determine readiness for a mid-level position
Effectively frame your entry-level experience on a resume
Conduct a strategic job search to find the right opportunity

Assess Your Current Skills Are You Ready for Leadership?
A clear area of expertise
Strategic, long-term thinking
Strong writing and communication ability
Organizational skills
Managing projects from start to finish
Strong interpersonal skills

If Not, Consider:
Coaching to address evident gaps in skills, behaviors, or confidence
Training programs developed either within or outside an organization
Networking to share ideas and techniques with others
“ Stretch” assignments to learn on the job
Working outside your comfort zone to expand horizons and experiences
Mentoring to become more aware of how others respond to you
Source: BNET.com

Framing Your Entry-Level Experience on a Resume
Focus on accomplishments, not duties
Make connections between education and tasks
Show teamwork and “leadership from within”
Be specific with scenarios of how you’ve solved problems

Focus on Accomplishments Directed operations of X program S upervised X volunteers or interns Managed X process or X committee Implemented X activities, including… Administered X program Reorganized X procedure Facilitated the launch or expansion of...

… Not Duties Prepared packets for meetings Made copies of important documents Researched information on the Web Scheduled important meetings Supported program staff Answered phones

Presenting Entry-Level Experience as Leadership Potential
Highlight:
Special training or certifications
Key projects
Working with a Board committee
Supervision of interns or volunteers
Board service/Committee member
Organizing a conference
Membership in professional associations

Strategic Job Searching
Understanding
entry-level vs. mid-level

Entry-level: receptionist, assistant, coordinator, associate Keywords: assist, support, clerical, administrative, scheduling, preparation Mid-level: director, manager, officer Keywords: develop, implement, planning, management, key role, oversee, supervise

Finding Nonprofit Jobs Craigslist.org – Nonprofit jobs section Networking/word of mouth is still king

Summary
Decide whether this is the right time for you to move up
Understand the difference between entry-level and mid-level nonprofit jobs
Determine your strengths and skills relevant to a mid-level position
Frame your entry-level experience as leadership skills
Find the right nonprofit job that will utilize your full leadership potential!

Presented by: Rosetta Thurman Perspectives From the Pipeline www.fromthepipeline.com [email_address] 703.965.6631 About the Speaker: Rosetta is an emerging nonprofit leader of color with experience in fundraising, human resources, financial management, communications, and training. She holds a Master's degree in Nonprofit Management and blogs about professional development and other issues affecting young nonprofit leaders.

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From Entry Level To Leadership

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