From the Trenches…
December 28, 2008 by Amanda Brandon
Filed under Business
Working in the trenches of nonprofits has its advantages. You get big responsibilities with a small pay check. Doesn’t sound too advantageous, huh? Well, what isn’t reflected in the paycheck is apparent in the experience. We work in nonprofits for a number of reasons, but mostly because we believe in what we do.
As the new voice of the b5media blog, 501(c)Files, I bring a lot of experience from the trenches. For the past 10 years or so, I have been working with nonprofits in some respect, whether as a volunteer or as a communication professional. I actually stumbled into the nonprofit trench one day by telling my boss I liked to write press releases. He put in charge of publicity for his nonprofit project. Since then, I’ve not been able to separate myself from the trenches of nonprofit communications.
In the past, this blog has explored the relationship between mission and business in nonprofits. We’ll explore that relationship, but I will also bring some nonprofit marketing ideas to the table. That’s where my interest lies. We’ll explore what nonprofits in many cause sectors are doing to spread their message and gain support for their organizations.
So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to dive into the trenches.
Welcome to b5, Amanda. It’s great to have you as part of our team.
I’ve spent a lot of time working with non-profits, both as a volunteer and as a board member, so I’m looking forward to learning a lot from you.
Really good point. I had a professor that encouraged me to work for a non-profit organization because I was worried about my “lack of experience.” She said that it was a good way to gain business experience and get established in industry. They are more willing to help you get the experience that you need and want.