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E84: Empowering Nonprofit Teams Through Effective HR Practices with Tiffany Slater

March 18, 2025 • Haley Cooper | Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE), Certified Stress Management Coach, Certified EmC Trainer • Episode 84

This episode is all about navigating HR in the nonprofit sector. We’re discussing the importance of onboarding, building a supportive work culture, employee retention and more with Dr. Tiffany Slater.

Tiffany is the founder and CEO of HR Tailormade and is here to help nonprofit leaders and small business owners navigate the complex world of HR with heart and expertise.

She is a trailblazing entrepreneur who built her business from the ground up, offering HR solutions that not only ensure compliance, but also foster thriving workplace cultures. Tiffany has so much practical advice to share with us today.

In this episode:

[04:04] Understanding human resources
[06:38] Cultivating culture within an organization and prioritising feedback
[11:44] The critical role of the onboarding process
[17:15] When to hire HR in-house versus a consultant
[18:50] Approaching difficult conversations with empathy and professionalism
[22:36] Building an inclusive work environment in the nonprofit space
[32:00] The key to employee retention in nonprofits and investing in employee well-being

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LinkedIn: Tiffany E. Slater

Instagram: @hrtailormade

Website: https://hrtailormade.com/

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CONNECT WITH HALEY
Haley is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), Stress Management Coach, and EmC trainer. She founded The Savvy Fundraiser, a nonprofit consulting and coaching business, and has experience with nonprofits in human services, homelessness, and youth sectors. Specializing in EmC, leadership, board development, and fundraising, Haley is dedicated to empowering nonprofit leaders to create thriving organizations.
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LinkedIn: Haley Cooper, CFRE
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