Starting Fast Is A Trap! How To Avoid Nonprofit Burnout
10 November 2025

Starting Fast Is A Trap! How To Avoid Nonprofit Burnout

Nonprofit Nuggets with Jennifer Yarbrough

About

When you're passionate about your mission, it's tempting to hit the ground running — launching programs, chasing funding, and saying yes to every opportunity. But here's the truth: starting fast can actually slow you down.

In this episode, we're talking about why moving too quickly leads to exhaustion, confusion, and burnout — and how to build your nonprofit with clarity, structure, and sustainability from day one.

Because as I always say, you don't need speed — you need strategy.

You'll learn how to:

    Recognize the early signs of burnout in your nonprofit journey

    Pace your growth with purpose and planning

    Build systems that sustain both your mission and your energy

If you're ready to build your nonprofit without losing your passion (or your peace), this episode is for you.