How to Transform Your Nonprofit Board in 90 Days Using My 3-Part Framework
Free MasterClass with Sean Kosofsky, The Nonprofit Fixer
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Are you ready to transform your nonprofit organization into a catalyst for change?
If you don't lead for your nonprofit, who will?
Stop spinning your wheels and start changing lives.
Does Any of This Sound Familiar?
✅ No matter how hard you work, your board is stuck in a rut with no plan to grow, diversify or bring real resources to the organization.
✅ You exhaust yourself raising money, but your board doesn't think it's their job to help.
✅ All the work gets dumped on just a few staff and board members, leading to burnout, frustration and low morale.
✅ Your heart breaks because you know you can help more people and have more impact if only your board took things seriously.
✅ You and/or your staff are paid a bare-bones wage despite your talent and hard work, and you know your board isn't pitching in to fundraise.
✅ It feels like your board members are just there for their resume or the prestige, but they don't show up for meeting or do committee work.
✅ You bust your butt, pouring hundreds of hours into an organization you love, only to have board members never reach out to appreciate you.
✅ Board meetings don't have a clear agenda, and nothing ever seems to get done.
If any of these have you nodding your head, then keep reading. You're in the right place!
That's why I've created my step-by-step course so you can fix your board and feel great about your impact.
...Imagine a board that took attendance seriously
...Imagine a board that followed through on their promises
...Imagine a board that stayed in their lane, respecting everyone's roles
...Imagine a board of great ambassadors who fundraise
Have you made or heard these excuses before?
My board is such a mess. I don't know where to begin!
Maybe I am just doomed to do all the work myself.
This board has been there awhile. They'll never change.
There is so much advice out there. Where would I start?
I just wish someone would show me what works and what doesn't. Can I get a shortcut?
Introducing:
The vast majority of problems that nonprofits face are internal, not external. The good news is that most organizations can be fixed.
But you'll need a battle-tested roadmap, with tools, training and people in your corner as you fine-tune your organization's systems, policies and people.
You need done-for-you templates, checklists, cheatsheets, sample policies and other expert resources the experts use.
You don't have to go through all the training and 28 years of practice that I did. You don't have the time.
You need a shortcut without cutting corners. I've done the hard work for you. I went back through all my best materials, all my most valuable trainings and summarized tons of best practices and powerful tools to help you.
Whether you are a newbie or a veteran nonprofit leader, my Build a Rockstar Board has something for everyone.
Build a Rockstar Board course is LOADED with immediately useful tools, and I answer questions for you along the way.
Your nonprofit is capable of amazing things.
You have taken the first step to unlock a treasure trove of resources that the experts use to run nonprofits.
Don't stay stuck in a rut. Get your board in gear so you can change the world.
They Key To Nonprofit Success, is a Rockstar Board
Here's How to Build Your Board...the Right Way
I've served in and led many nonprofits over 28 years and I have helped countless boards that were stuck in a rut. I learned how to run a nonprofit the hard way – by watching people do it poorly. I’ve also been thrown into the deep end and told to sink or swim.
I built an easy to follow course with my 3-part framework to help everyone avoid the mistakes so many others, including myself, have made. I've refined the step-by-step system by walking dozens of nonprofit leaders through the process.
Build A Rockstar Board is not just a course!
It's treasure trove of insights, shortcuts, and powerful resources to help you immediately.
It's a master class and coaching system designed to take you by the hand and teach you the principles and strategies needed to build a powerful and high-performing board.
AND to provide the accountability and support system we ALL need
Here's what other nonprofit leaders are saying...
"In a world filled with online nonprofit “gurus,” Sean Kosofsky is the real deal. In this course you’ll discover how to build the board of your dreams. No BS, no fluff — just actionable material you can put to work today. If you want to get your board up to speed fast and save yourself years of pain, enroll in Sean’s course today."
Pamela Grow - Founder, Basics & More Online Training
"This course has been a game-changer"
"This is a valuable tool for anyone thinking about starting a non-profit or building one. The clarity and conciseness of each module does not leave room for any doubt. The money spent on this course was above and beyond what I expected. Each module is broken up into manageable pieces that I could review.
The Board template and Board Agreement are invaluable tools! I feel empowered to go to the next level and it has helped me to go forward and transform every aspect of our nonprofit from letting go of “dead wood” to getting the right people on board to running a productive meetings."
Sierra Luz Amar - Nonprofit Board Member (NC)
"Sean's course is an excellent tool for anyone looking to maximize the collective wisdom, power, and skill sets of their board. Sean clearly and succinctly covers the roles and responsibilities of board members and he also provides a road map for how to coach your board, grow your board, and get the most out of board members and board meetings. Most importantly his course will give you the skills and confidence to handle challenges, think strategically, and have your board running efficiently and on mission in no time!"
Michael Faith - Professional Fundraiser, WowYourDonors.com (OR)
If you don't invest in your organization... who will?
Stop waiting for someone else. Lead!
LIFE BEFORE FIXING YOUR BOARD
You pull your hair out because meetings run on forever, and little gets done. People feel frustrated and don't enjoy their board service.
You struggle to retain good board members because some don't show up for meetings. A few people do all the work and morale declines.
You stress about paying your staff because the board doesn't fundraise. You feel abandoned and the organization is stuck in a rut.
Staff are frustrated because board members micromanage them instead of doing their work.
You're constantly worried about conflict, because board members bring dysfunctional and personal drama to meetings.
You're embarrassed to invite people to join your board because you're afraid they'll never come back.
LIFE AFTER FIXING YOUR BOARD
People love getting together because their time is respected. They offer to take on more work because board service is enjoyable.
The Chair and the staff feel wonderful because the board shares their passion, shows up and asks great questions.
You don't stress about money at all because the board is hitting all their fundraising goals. You can pay your staff and have more impact.
Staff and the board get along well, and because everyone respects the division of labor, the organization is high-performing.
Board meetings are fun, spirited, and even when people disagree, they are professional.
You're proud because everyone wants to serve on your board. Your reputation is that of a sophisticated nonprofit. You bask in the glory!
Easy-to-follow lessons?
Supportive community of nonprofit leaders?
Built-in accountability?
Decades-worth of strategies & tools included?
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Here's what other nonprofit leaders are saying...
"The answers are right here!"
"If you follow the advice Sean gives you throughout this course, you will fix your nonprofit! Sean offers practical, no frills lessons on how to build a high-functioning board. His approach, “build the foundation first” is sage advice; the tools and tips presented throughout can be immediately implemented. The modules are built for even the busiest executive directors so you can take the information in bite-sized sessions. No more waiting to see if/how your board will develop – the answers are right here!"
Barbara McCullough-Jones - Managing Director, Pen in Hand, LLC (OR)
"Get this course for you and your board now!"
"This is a fantastic course and a great value to anyone trying to develop a high functioning board. Get this course for you and your board now! Sean has totally over-delivered with this course, he has given you details on all aspects of building a great board. I highly recommend this training for all nonprofit boards, EDs and Board Chairs."
Sarah Olivieri - Owner, Pivot Ground
Course Details
Here's What You Will Get:
☑️ 35+ Video Modules
☑️ 25+ Tools/Downloads
☑️ Certificate of Completion for Your Resume
☑️ Questions Answered During the Course
☑️ PDF of the Course Deck as a Roadmap
TONS MORE...see below
Evidence-Based
Material
12-Month
Access
Share Login with Your Organization
Proven
Effective
Save
Money
Facebook
Group
Available on Any Device
Discounts on Other Courses
Direct Support
from Sean
30+ Immediately Useful Tools
Endorsed by Executive Directors
Avoid Costly
Mistakes
Referrals from My Personal Network
Certificate of Completion
Stay
Compliant
Taught by an Expert - Not Just a Researcher
Instant Access to
My eBook
Reduce Duplication and Re-Work
Access to Other Trainings for a Year
Possibly Increase Your Salary
Course
Deck
Satisfaction
Guarantee
Replicability
Editable
Templates
Learn at Your Own
Pace
Here's what other nonprofit leaders are saying...
"Get this course for you and your board now!"
"The course covers a lot of valuable information that was delivered in a clear way. I gained valuable knowledge not only from the delivered material but from the handouts given through out the course. I feel like this course has set me on the path to success as I beginning my board leadership and management journey. I highly recommend this course to anyone who is looking to kick start their organizations Board of Directors. "
Keyera North - Founder and CEO, Forward Youth
"I was astounded"
"Our board floundered for a few years because we had no real experience or knowledge of board development best practices. Once I took Sean’s course, I was astounded and disappointed I had proceeded all that time in the dark. Within a relatively short period of time, we had implemented a variety of fundamental changes including the Board Agreement Document, job descriptions for the chair and board members, a minimal giving policy, and other policies. I recommend the course as an inexpensive, self-paced introduction to best practice for board development, especially for smaller non-profits."
Jon Kohl - Executive Director, PUP Global Heritage Consortium
WHAT'S INSIDE THE COURSE?
✔️ What the heck are boards anyway?
✔️ How to assess problems before you fix them
✔️ How to get your board on the same page
✔️ Get the right people in the right roles, including the board's SWAT Team
✔️ Why the chair is the most important person in your organization
✔️ Recruitment and orientations: Skills, traits, strategy you need, and why diversity matters.
✔️ Board retention and removal - The Board Agreement Super Tool
✔️ How to prevent and manage a crisis
✔️ Policies and practices to keep you on track
✔️ Meetings that don't suck. Create rapport and fun and purpose
✔️ Decision-making to move the mission forward
✔️ Committees are where the work gets done. Key committees you need
✔️ How to Fundraise to Fund the Mission (including powerful tools)
✔️ Your fundraising options
✔️ A board agreement: the most powerful tool you have to fix your board
✔️ Evaluate the board so you continue to improve (And when to go)
✔️ How to use an Advisory Board
✔️ 25+ tools, templates, samples, policies, worksheets and tipsheets! (and more)
Here's what other nonprofit leaders are saying...
“Within our first meeting, Sean offered many great insights. Most importantly is to focus our energy on high impact collaborations. I did just that, and within the week a major national organization agreed to partner with us!"
Maryse Postlewaite - TLC Pathways
How much is the Investment?
BEST VALUE:
$495 (pay in full - save $200)
✅ 35+ modules of amazing insights, tips, tactics, and 27 years of nonprofit wisdom
✅ 25+ immediately useful tools, checklists, templates, infographics, sample scripts and more. Done for you!
✅ Access to my Private Facebook Group for Students: (Bonus - I answer questions in the group too!)
✅ Certificate of Completion for your resume!
✅ Support throughout the course
✅ PDF of the course deck after you complete the course
✅ 50% off of my other courses
✅ Referrals from my personal network (priceless)
✅ All prior and upcoming webinars recorded by me or with partners - 1 year
✅ "Fundraising Power Pack" eBook
$495
Payment Plan:
6 payments of $99
✅ 35+ modules of amazing insights, tips, tactics, and 27 years of nonprofit wisdom
✅ 25+ immediately useful tools, checklists, templates, infographics, sample scripts and more. Done for you!
✅ Access to my Private Facebook Group for Students: (Bonus - I answer questions in the group too!)
✅ Certificate of Completion for your resume!
✅ Support throughout the course
✅ PDF of the course deck after you complete the course
✅ 50% off of my other courses
✅ Referrals from my personal network (priceless)
✅ All prior and upcoming webinars recorded by me or with partners - 1 year
✅ "Fundraising Power Pack" eBook
6 monthly payments of $99
Digital Course:
Available anywhere, anytime
This is an entirely digital course. You can take it from any device anywhere.
You can do it after work, before bed, on weekends or lying on your couch.
Study at your own pace and I'll be right there answering questions in less than 24 hours.
A Sneak Peak Inside...
What's it going to be?
Most people believe they have to get lucky, spend years or decades trying everything to build an awesome nonprofit board.
Instead, I've discovered that there are some key strategies and tools that can transform boards and, in turn, the organization.
You have two options...
Option #1: Keep doing what you've been doing (and be frustrated and annoyed with the results)
Option #2: Join "Build A Rockstar Board" and let me help you build the board you've been dreaming of
HOW DO I KNOW IF I AM READY FOR BUILD A ROCKSTAR BOARD?
You are ready to take this course if:
You are tired of spinning your wheels doing exactly what you're doing now.
You are willing to take what you learned and implement it within 3-6 months. I want you to get results now!
You don't have the money to hire a consultant but you want the tools, tips, tactics and shortcuts that I provide.
You are hungry to have more reach, more impact and to be able to brag about your nonprofit board.
You've tried everything else but you know that with a little help you can break through.
You are NOT ready to take this course if:
Your nonprofit is just a hobby and you don't care that much if you reach your mission.
You think it's someone else's responsibility to transform your organization.
You have $5,000 -$10,000 of dollars to spend on consultants and planning retreats.
You'd rather work harder than smarter with all my shortcuts and proven tools.
You want to try a bunch of other stuff on your own, risking months of the same meager results.
IF YOU DON'T LEAD FOR YOU NONPROFIT, WHO WILL?
"Money is tight!"
You can't afford to not take this course! Nonprofits get stuck in ruts for years, never breaking through, desperate for funding, having terrible board meetings and lackluster attendance.
A small upfront investment pays for itself in saved time, productivity, and clear action steps to fix what's broken.
"I'm busy"
You will be more busy than you need to with a board that isn't optimized. If you don't populate your board with the right leaders who can properly delegate and streamline meetings, you'll keep lurching from crisis to crisis or fixing problems that keep popping up.
It's about 5 hours and you'll thank me when you start implementing things.
"Someone else should do this"
Boards, committees, and other small groups tend to think someone else will take care of the workload.
If you are reading this, you care enough about your organization to take the next step .That leader is you.
By enrolling in learning how to Build a Rockstar Board,
you get huge benefits without the huge price tag.
Hiring a consultant to design the 25+ cheatsheets, downloads, tips, checklists, and more = ($2,000)
Hiring a consultant to train board members in person = ($8,000 - $10,000)
The ability to replicate this information for multiple nonprofits for the rest of your life = ($10,000 Savings)
Support from Sean during the course (priceless)
Additional money you could raise annually because of this course = ($15,000 minimum)
Increase in salary an ED could make with this credential = ($5,000-$10,000)
Implement just a few of the tips in this training, and Build a Rockstar Board will pay for itself!
*See if this is covered as "professional development"
There has never been a better time to build the board of your dreams. Every day you waste, other organizations are scooping up quality board members. Every day you waste, you could be implementing our 25+ templates, tools, and checklists. Do you want to keep putting this off? There is no better time than now to finally kick your board (the foundation of your nonprofit) in the butt!
Here's what other nonprofit leaders are saying...
Whether you are new to board development or a seasoned professional, this course will show you how to enhance your board’s functioning and move them to a highly sophisticated level. The step-by-step modules start with board foundations and build on each other sharing processes which will optimize your board’s productivity and increase their buy in. This course would also be an excellent resource for new board member orientation.
Colette Seguin Beighley, MS, CFRE - Development Director, Paws With A Cause
What happens when I buy?
Step 1: Enroll in "Build a Rockstar Board"
Purchase one of the paid levels or a payment plan using a credit card or Paypal.
Step 2: You'll receive an Email Confirmation
You'll immediately be able to log in, set up an account and start the course. It is done and ready for you to view.
Step 3: You'll get immediate access to the course
See Inside: Track your progress and come back at any time. Downloads are inside the modules.
100% MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE
We are confident you will love this course. But we want you to feel confident in trying it out for yourself! That's why we have a 100% Risk Free Guarantee. You can try "Build a Rockstar Board" for 10 days, and if you aren't satisfied, just ask us for a full refund. There is one stipulation. This is a refund based on satisfaction so we do ask that you demonstrate you actually tried moving through at least 3 modules of the course before asking for a refund. If you have any questions email sean@mindthegapconsulting.org.
Here's what other nonprofit leaders are saying...
"I’ve worked with and within non-profits for over ten years and could not agree more with Sean’s recommendation to “Figure out what kind of board yours wants to be." Like in any team management scenario, taking a temperature check of your current leadership’s culture is critical for promoting alignment and getting things done.
Sean helped deepen my understanding of this concept by providing concrete examples of how particular board’s styles can better serve their non-profit based on key organizational factors like size, tenure, and scope. I’m looking forward to applying this diagnostic framework to my local coalition work."
Alexandra Boskovich - Alameda County Community Food Bank (CA)
"Sean is spot on with his advice"
"Do yourself a favor and take advantage of Sean’s years of experience. If you want to cut right to the chase and learn some extremely useful tools without having to plow through dry boring material, you need The Non-Profit Fixer. Sean is spot on with his advice and will even entertain you along the way. I spent decades in the nonprofit world as ED and Board Chair for several statewide and one national organization. There are many resources out there to help you in this role, but few get to the truth with such clarity.
Carol Teal - Former Executive Director for Lillian’s List of NC & Former Board Chair of the National Citizens Coalition for Nursing Home Reform.
BEST VALUE:
$495 (pay in full - save $200)
✅ 35+ modules of amazing insights, tips, tactics, and 27 years of nonprofit wisdom
✅ 25+ immediately useful tools, checklists, templates, infographics, sample scripts and more. Done for you!
✅ Access to my Private Facebook Group for Students: (Bonus - I answer questions in the group too!)
✅ Certificate of Completion for your resume!
✅ Support throughout the course
✅ PDF of the course deck after you complete the course
✅ 50% off of my other courses
✅ Referrals from my personal network (priceless)
✅ All prior and upcoming webinars recorded by me or with partners - 1 year
✅ "Fundraising Power Pack" eBook
$495
Payment Plan:
6 payments of $99
✅ 35+ modules of amazing insights, tips, tactics, and 27 years of nonprofit wisdom
✅ 25+ immediately useful tools, checklists, templates, infographics, sample scripts and more. Done for you!
✅ Access to my Private Facebook Group for Students: (Bonus - I answer questions in the group too!)
✅ Certificate of Completion for your resume!
✅ Support throughout the course
✅ PDF of the course deck after you complete the course
✅ 50% off of my other courses
✅ Referrals from my personal network (priceless)
✅ All prior and upcoming webinars recorded by me or with partners - 1 year
✅ "Fundraising Power Pack" eBook
6 monthly payments of $99
Digital Course:
Available anywhere, anytime
This is an entirely digital course. You can take it from any device anywhere.
You can do it after work, before bed, on weekends or lying on your couch.
Study at your own pace and I'll be right there answering questions in less than 24 hours.
Here's what other nonprofit leaders are saying...
"I would highly recommend"
"Having served on many boards and as an executive director, this course provided not just new information, but explained past experiences. Recognizing social loafing, being clear on mission and responsibilities, and how to self-govern the board - it doesn't have to be like wrangling cats. It can be a rewarding experience for board members, executive director, staff and those serviced.
I would highly recommend for new organizations and with established boards who are wrestling with the questions of "who are we," "what are we doing," and "where do we go from here?"
Michelle E. Brown - Public Speaker, Author, Activist and Consultant
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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We are VERY proud of this course because most other trainings are narrow in scope. We cover tons of topics. Most board trainings are in person which includes travel, logistics, lots of costs for consultants, meals, and lots can go wrong. In person trainings can be great but you lose a lot of efficiency with icebreakers, brainstorming and cross talk. I am confident you will get more information and useable tools in 6 hours than you would get in a 2-3 day in-person board training. This is faster, better, more efficient and you can watch at your own pace, replay and take breaks when needed, and you get my deck and 25+ handouts. The vast majority of other board trainings only cover 2-3 topics. We cover virtually everything!
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Yes, you can post questions within the course and I normally answer within 24 hours. You will also be invited to a private Facebook group with other students where you can ask questions and I hang out there too!
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It is what you make of it but the modules are less than 6 hours of content. If you are a power user, you could watch it one day. Most modules are under 15 minutes so you can do a module a day and be done in about a month.
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The course allows you to start now and you will have 1 year to finish! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
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Executive Director Boot Camp includes unlimited access to this course and the community for one year - across any and all devices you own, anywhere in the world. Do you actually want results? We believe if we give you lifetime access...you’ll never get around to it. It sounds harsh, but the reality is that our clients who have 12 months access get the best results and they get them QUICKLY. The course is only 6 hours of content so it should be easy to complete within the timeframe.
You’ll make the most of our time together and accomplish more than you thought possible in the 12 months. The actual strategies in this program could be implemented in just a few months. I really care about your results, so I am doing you a favor by giving you every incentive to finish within one year.
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We want you to be happy. If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 10 days and we will give you a full refund.
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Yes. Display it proudly on social media or on you resume.
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This course is designed for all audiences. There are tactics and strategies for people at all levels of experience.
Sean Kosofsky is the Nonprofit Fixer! He is a coach, consultant, trainer, and strategic advisor. For the past 30+ years, he has helped causes, campaigns, and candidates raise millions of dollars and transformed nonprofit organizations and leaders. He has served in a wide variety of roles in nonprofits, including policy, communications, development, grassroots organizing, direct service, board leadership, and five stints as an executive director. He has worked on various issues, including LGBTQ equality, reproductive justice, voting access, bullying prevention, climate change, and more.
His work has been covered in media outlets internationally, and he has received numerous awards and recognitions from the sector, the City of Detroit, and the State of Michigan. His work has appeared through partnerships with blog posts through AFP, Candid, Idealware, Bloomerang, TechSoup, Wild Apricot, Funding for Good, Pamela Grow’s Motivate Mondays, and more. He is an author and the owner of Mind the Gap Consulting. He is a proud Detroit native but lives with his husband and dog in New York City. Check out his resources at nonprofitfixer.com/best-resources.
