471. Launching a Nonprofit + Foundational Strategies for Lasting Change - Tiffany Allen

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Overview

Meet Tiffany. She’s the CEO and Founder of Boss on a Budget, where she’s built an online community of over 15,000 people who use her products and teaching to launch their nonprofit dreams. Her mission is to bring more visibility to black-owned, small, and new nonprofits by helping them own their power, and harness their personal and professional expertise to create organizations that will change their communities and eventually, the world🌎 Tiffany's passion for this sector is infectious as she urges founders to recognize their unique value, believe in their power, and leverage their lived experiences. Don’t miss this episode if you’re looking to start a nonprofit that meets the needs of your community💙

💡Learn

How to start a nonprofit org with $0 in the bank
Insights into power + community support
Keys to adopting a founder’s mindset

Today’s Guest

Tiffany Allen, CEO + Founder of Boss on a Budget

“Be able to have a clear and compelling message. People need to understand what you’re doing, why it matters to them, and how is it different from what is out there.”

— Tiffany Allen, CEO + Founder of Boss on a Budget

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Episode Highlights

Tiffany’s story and journey to where she is today (3:30)
Questions to ask before launching a nonprofit (9:00)
Steps for going from $0 in the bank to a successful fundraising operation (13:00)
Common pitfalls founders should(17:00)
The role of strong networks and community(19:00)
Stepping into your power as a founder (23:00)
Keys to adopting a founder’s mindset (26:00)
A powerful story of philanthropy in Tiffany’s life (35:00)
Tiffany’s One Good Thing: It starts with what you believe about yourself. (38:00)
How to connect with Tiffany and Boss on a Budget (38:00)

POWERFUL QUOTES

“You don’t start with the numbers. You start with your goals.” -Tiffany

“Be able to have a clear and compelling message. People need to understand what you’re doing, why it matters to them, and how is it different from what is out there.” -Tiffany

“One of the biggest issues for nonprofits in general is the lack of community and a sense of isolation. For nonprofit founders, they feel like they are the only one experiencing what they are experiencing and are afraid to ask questions.” -Tiffany

“A growth mindset is non-negotiable.” -Jon

“You cannot control what others think, but you can control what you believe about yourself and you can control how you position yourself.” -Tiffany

“You need to believe in your own power. You have a perspective, a sense of authority, so focus on your assets and your lived experiences.” -Tiffany

“You have to recognize that you are a leader. You aren’t just starting an organization because you want to do something good. Once you make the decision to do that, your role shifts.” -Tiffany

“You are the leader and you are responsible for pushing this forward.” -Tiffany

“Don’t be afraid to plan and strategize.” -Tiffany

“We have to fill the gap. We always have to exist. If you’re deciding to start an organization, you have to think long-term. Where is this going?” -Tiffany

“It’s all the little moments that add up to a giving spirit.” -Tiffany