Nonprofit Professionals

Those who accrue PTO, how much do you acquire a week? I get a measly 2 hours/wk when I've been here for 10 years. On the other side of that coin, managers get unlimited! It doesn't seem fair..… more

Have you found effective ways to cope with workplace stress? My go-to is usually going for a mindfulness walk but with the weather getting cold, that is no longer an option. I would love to get into m… more

What is one film or book that has deeply influenced you? For me, I'm a big documentary person so those usually stay with me for a while. I haven't seen a good one in a minute so if anyone has … more

Today is my birthday and I selfishly took off! Does anyone else do this? Do you have any birthday traditions. For me, I go to the same Mexican restaurant every year, get my nails done and a massage, a… more

Do you like to cook or bake or are you a take-out fiend? Much to my chagrin I am a takeout fiend, but I do hope to cook more in 2025.

Which fictional character do you think you’d get along with in real life? For me, I think Elmo and I would be best friends.

What’s the last thing that made you cry? For me, it was talking about the end of a relationship with a good friend.

What were some of your favorite memories from the year? For me, a 14 day trip to Japan and floor seats at an amazing concert were my highlights…

Who has already taken their Christmas lights and tree down? Just me? My kids say I am a grinch for taking it all down already….but I'm ready for spring, lol.

What was the best gift you received for Christmas? I received a kitchenaid mixer and a record player! Santa did good!

What is a holiday tradition you hope to carry on forever? Mine is decorating the tree with my kids the evening of Thanksgiving and watching football on Christmas Day… go Chiefs ❤️💛

What’s the best Christmas movie of all time? I'm going with A Christmas Story or Jim Carey’s Grinch… don't make me choose.

Has anyone transitioned from corporate to np? What has your experience been?

What’s your favorite Christmas cookie? I'm boring and love old fashioned sugar cookies. Love to decorate them with my nieces…

Souring on Nonprofit Work.

I recently left the nonprofit sector and am seriously considering not going back. I'm tired of the way many nonprofits operate, prioritizing support and compensation only when it comes to the mo… more

Those who are working this week- will you do anything or will you watch Netflix? Tell the truth! I’ll be doing a combination of the two.

Do you have a work Christmas party? Do you attend? Mine is tonight and I am seriously considering bailing…. Feeling like a Grinch this year and really don't want to be around people. Can anyone re… more

Those working on Christmas, or any major holiday- do you get differential pay? We make an extra $100 for every 5 hours worked… on top of an extra $2.50/hr. Not too shabby…

What skills have you developed through your work that you didn’t expect to? For me, I’ve learned a lot about conflict management and customer service. At the end of the day, the hospital operates as a… more

Those who received a Christmas bonus, how much? I received $300. My co-worker’s husband received a $20,000 bonus. The year before that he received $8,000. I chose the wrong profession. What’s the high… more

Is it ever okay to lie at work?

Would you rather give up all movies and tv shows for a year or give up all music for a year? I'm definitely giving up tv shows/movies….

Who do people say that you look like? People always tell me I am a dead ringer for Shailene Woodley…

Are you all about new and exciting tasks, or do you crave familiarity with work? I get bored easily so I crave new and exciting.…

How have you grown personally and professionally since joining the nonprofit sector? Professionally I've grown to realize that I am only one person and I cannot do it all. Personally, I’ve realize… more

What’s your biggest fear? I think mine is being stuck in this current rut forever.… going through a tough season and wishing the click remote was real

Which work rule would you most like to change? I would change the dress code policy so that ppl can dress casually and comfortably…

What’s the most pressing issue/ concern for your non profit? Mine is easy- the incoming administration and what that will mean for Medicaid.

What’s something you do to get out of a creative rut? For me, I try to find inspiration in places such as nature or art museums.

Would you rather be bored or overworked and constantly stressed out in a job?

If you could change one thing about your place of work, what would it be?

Anyone here have experience receiving tuition assistance from World Vision as an employee?

What’s your ideal Christmas gift from your place of work? I don't want the shower speaker or the computer bag with my org’s logo on it- I want money. 😅

What’s the current state of your desk look like? I’ll paint a picture of mine for you. Stuff everywhere- books, keys, papers, toys, binders, post-it notes. May seem chaotic at first glance but I know … more

If you had to move which part of the country would you want to move to? My answer would be the east coast- catch me in a penthouse in Manhattan 🫶🏼

Growing up, would you rather your parents hug you, praise you, or do something nice for you? Physical touch is my love language so my answer is a hug….

What’s everyone shopping for today? My eye is on the Eras Tour Book (exclusively at Target) and a 75 inch flat screen TV!