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3 Questions You Should Ask Before Joining a Nonprofit Board

Posted on October 13, 2012 by The Résumé Studio

So you’ve been asked to join the board of a nonprofit organization or professional association.

Feeling flattered?

You should.

It means you could make a real contribution to the greater good in your world.

Feeling uncertain?

Probably wise.

Here are three starter questions to ask yourself and the organization’s leadership before you commit.

Question #1: What’s the Structure?

“Is it a governing board or an administrative board?” Continue reading →