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ON THIS EPISODE: Lauren Gardner, Chief Operating Officer at the Emily K Center, discusses her career in the nonprofit sector and the role of a COO. The Emily K Center is a nonprofit organization in Durham, North Carolina, that helps students thrive by providing resources and support for post-secondary opportunities. Lauren explains a COO's responsibilities and discusses the importance of having both hard skills and a passion for the mission in the nonprofit industry. Lauren also dispels misconceptions about working in nonprofits, and much more.
Hosted by Greg Zakowicz
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WHAT WE DISCUSS:
★ Introduction to the Emily K Center and the Role of a COO
★ Dispelling Misconceptions about Working in Nonprofits
★ Integrating Social Impact into Any Career
★ Gaining Experience and Making an Impact through Nonprofit Internships
★ Using Social Media to Showcase Passion for Social Impact
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TAKEAWAYS:
★ The role of a COO in a nonprofit organization involves overseeing the operations, including finance, maintenance, legal, and HR.
★ Having both hard skills and a passion for the mission is important in the nonprofit industry.
★ Working in a nonprofit does not mean being broke for life; there are opportunities for competitive salaries.
★ It is possible to integrate social impact into any career by finding ways to contribute to nonprofits or support social causes.
★ Misconceptions about nonprofits include the belief that they are all small organizations and that prior nonprofit experience is necessary to work in the sector.
