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The Nonprofit ShowVetting Nonprofit Staff CandidatesIn this fast-paced interview, Dana Scurlock, the Director of Recruitment at StaffingBoutique.org, provides a unique insider's view of staffing practices in the nonprofit sector, offering valuable guidance for hiring managers and organizations looking to navigate the complexities of recruitment related to vetting job candidates.Dana begins with an emphasis on the importance of background checks for positions that involve access to sensitive information. She discusses concerns about the depth of some background checks, particularly those involving personal information like credit checks, which could be viewed as discriminatory. Dana also points out how the legal landscape around background...2023-08-0129 min
The Nonprofit ShowSummer Staffing At NonprofitsDana Scurlock, from StaffingBoutique.org, discusses summer staffing opportunities for nonprofits, providing valuable insights into the challenges nonprofits face in hiring during this time by emphasizing the importance of managing expectations, utilizing technology, and maintaining effective communication to ensure a successful hiring process.The conversation begins with a discussion about the fast-paced nature of the current world and how technology has played a role in increasing the speed of communication. This can sometimes lead to challenges in managing expectations, especially in the hiring process where candidates often expect quick responses and decisions.The focus then...2023-06-0624 min
The Nonprofit ShowCreating Powerful Resumes!'A resume should be a living document' says Dana Scurlock of StaffingBoutique.org, and she goes on to elaborate on how to construct a consistent document which can be tailored to the individual nonprofit to which one is applying. Plus she details the crucial information to include in either a chronological or functional style resume.Watch this episode on video https://americannonprofitacademy.com/portfolio-items/staffing-boutique-4/Get ready to be inspired and informed with The Nonprofit Show, the daily live telecast that brings together leaders and professionals from the nonprofit and social impact sector. With...2023-02-0831 min
The Nonprofit ShowNPO Temporary Staffing For Holidays And Seasonal WorkWho is managing those temps? Dana Scurlock from StaffingBoutique.org details the steps, costs, and potential uses nonprofits should consider when adding short term workers. Temporary staff can have an impact on more than the duties they are given.Watch this episode on video https://americannonprofitacademy.com/portfolio-items/staffing-boutique-2/This is a recent episode of The Nonprofit Show, the Nation’s daily live telecast, where the Nonprofit and Social Impact Community comes together each weekday discussing important topics from money to management to missions.If you lead or work for...2022-12-0621 min
The Nonprofit ShowNonprofit Staffing; Ask Me Anything!We asked nonprofit staffing expert Dana Scurlock about asking for a raise, salary equity, remote work balance, and how to hire faster. She answered with wise words from her frontline experience at StaffingBoutique.org. Her advice is spot on!Watch this episode on video: https://americannonprofitacademy.com/portfolio-items/staffing-boutique/This is a recent episode of The Nonprofit Show --the Nation’s daily live telecast where the Nonprofit and Social Impact Community comes together each weekday discussing important topics-- from money to management to missions.If you lead or work for...2022-10-1331 min
The Nonprofit ShowAttracting Great Nonprofit Staff!In today's dynamic economy, using a holistic packaging of salary, benefits, and values are important. Find out how to treat new candidates and existing staff as human beings to create the SuperStar team for your nonprofit. Director of Recruitment, Dana Scurlock, focused on the nonprofit sector, provides amazing insight.Watch this episode on video: https://vimeo.com/americannonprofitacademy/staffingboutiqueThis is a recent episode of The Nonprofit Show --the Nation’s daily live telecast where the Nonprofit and Social Impact Community comes together each weekday discussing important topics-- from money to management to m...2022-08-2430 min
The Nonprofit ShowWhat's Up with Nonprofit Staffing Now?Filling positions at all levels of nonprofits has been very challenging thus far in 2022. Dana Scurlock from StaffingBoutique.org explains why and how to overcome the problems ranging from finding candidates to salary compressions. Excellent episode for HR to listen to!This is a recent episode of The Nonprofit Show --the Nation’s daily live streaming broadcast where the Nonprofit and Social Impact Community comes together. Each weekday the hosts and their guest experts cover current topics-- from money to management to missions. Thanks to our generous nonprofit sector supporters you will find ove...2022-04-2629 min