Opposing the status quo is all well and good, says Robert Ashton, but much more effective if you can propose a proper alternative.
Don’t just stand there shouting, say something useful
Back from serving in Haiti after the devastating 2010 earthquake, Andrew Chaggar's mind is focused on developing European Disaster Volunteers from an organisation of solid response volunteers, to one which is also capable of managing its substantial growth.
Chairs have a place in charities, says David Philpott, but it shouldn't be in the stationery cupboard counting pens, or debating the cost of electricity.
Tom Flood CBE, who will step down as CEO of conservation charity BTCV in July, provides some words of encouragement for a charity sector facing increasingly challenging times.
Now is a pivotal moment for the independence of the voluntary sector, says Dame Anne Owers.
There's no disputing that trustees donate a lot of time to the charities they serve, but what about money? Martin Farrell suggests ways for trustees to get involved in fundraising.
Strictly Come Dancing set smashing standards last year, and delivered results. Tesse Akpeki muses that the Strictly approach could be adopted by charities.
Employers should prepare for disruption as well as the benefits of hosting the London Olympics in 2012, says lawyer Allison Grant.
The charity sector has existed for over 400 years. Tesse Akpeki reflects on the sector's ability to evolve.
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