Putnam Consulting Group » Podcast Series: Smart Ph

  Kris discusses the importance of having open, transparent communication from all participants within a grant making program. This podcast provides examples of how to implement top-down, bottom-up, inside-out and all around communication. Share

Kris dispels myths that often surround philanthropy. Share

In today’s podcast, Kris discusses three ways foundations can reduce labor intensity. Share

In this podcast, Kris shares five practical ways foundation leaders can reduce their labor intensity, simplify their work, and generate more creativity among their staff. Share

Kris explains the many benefits of senior leaders thinking like consultants, including increasing the value and efficiency of your staff’s time. Share

Kris shares tips on how to increase the impact of grants by using smarter grantmaking techniques. Share

Kris shares insightful questions that you can ask yourself or your organization when trying to improve your grant making process. Share

Kris discusses 5 considerations that a donor should make to assure that the funding is put to the best use possible. Share

Kris shares best practices to increase the impact of your grantmaking by identifying the right funders for your initiative. Share

Kris explains who the key stakeholders are in any funding initiative and how to involve them throughout program development and implementation. Share

Kris discusses the concept and benefits of having a red team and explains what type of organizations should consider having one. Share

Kris shares 3 important reasons why outside consultants can be a good choice when developing a grant program. Share

Kris shares one thing that stands out among her most successful clients. Share

Kris shares 5 of the best grantmaking practices she has seen her clients use. Share

Kris discusses the importance of developing a communication plan early and offers 3 tips that you can use now, to alleviate communication needs and assure the success of your grantmaking program. Share

Kris shares 5 compelling reasons why foundations should conduct evaluations. Share

Kris explains why a retrospective evaluation should be performed and shares 3 steps to use to get one done. Share

Kris shares 10 things a funder can do to make an RFP successful. Share