The Biz of Nonprofit Consultants

By: Natalie Eckdahl MBA
  • Summary

  • Are you a Nonprofit Consultant pulled between making an impact and running a profitable business? Join Natalie Eckdahl, MBA, on a podcast crafted just for you. With 25 years of diverse experience as a management consultant, market researcher, small business owner and business coach, Natalie shares practical strategies to balance purpose and profit. Through engaging discussions, trainings, and client stories, Natalie covers everything from pricing and proposals to maintaining client boundaries and tackling hiring and leadership hurdles. Her talent for simplifying complex ideas ensures you'll leave each episode with actionable insights to propel your consultancy forward. But it's not all about numbers – Natalie also stresses the importance of mindset and resilience as a small business owner. As a mom of 3 and caregiver, she cherishes time with loved ones. With her guidance, you'll gain the confidence and clarity to overcome obstacles and reach your business goals while creating a fulfilling personal life. Whether you're a seasoned consultant or an accidental entrepreneur, this podcast is your roadmap to success. Tune in and let Natalie help you unlock your full potential as a Nonprofit Consultant – and maybe even skip a step or two along the way.
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Episodes
  • 37~ From Solo to Scalable: Transitioning Your Clients to Your Team
    Nov 18 2024

    One of the most challenging transitions for consultants is shifting from handling all client work to having a trusted team member take over.

    In this episode, I explore the stages of handing off clients to team members, how to establish and communicate core values, and the mindset shifts needed to let go of control.

    This journey is a path to a sustainable business that's less dependent on you as the owner.

    I hope you enjoy the practical tips to help you confidently move from a solo “I” to a team-focused “we.”

    You've got this!

    May I support you as your grow your consulting business? There are 3 ways we can get started:

    💫Book a 90 Minute Intensive with Natalie (Usually I have a few spots open. This is for any consultant that has been in business at least a year.)


    💫 1:1 Coaching with Natalie Eckdahl, MBA

    Ready for a Coach and Mentor who provides a customized approach to your stage of business AND life? I work with all business levels in private coaching.
    Step one, submit and application.
    Step two, we hop on a zoom call, so we can determine if it's a mutual fit.

    💫 Impact Collective Mastermind

    APPLICATIONS are open for our 2025 Impact Collective Mastermind Program which begins in January. This comprehensive program is for established Nonprofit Consultants who are averaging at least $8K/month. This program helps you grow to high multi-six figure years. I'd love to introduce you to a community of other consultants at your level who value collaboration, education, impact and profit!

    Connect with Natalie on LinkedIn - let's discuss this episode!

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    20 mins
  • 36: Growth Mindset, Future Self and Upper Limit Issues
    Nov 11 2024

    Are you an accidental business owner? Has your business grown faster than you expected? With growth comes mindset challenges, like self-sabotage and imposter syndrome, that can limit both success and impact.

    In this episode we cover concepts and tools to help you shift your mindset and set inspiring goals and navigate common barriers we all experience on our growth journey including:

    1. Growth Mindset
    2. Future Self Visioning
    3. Breaking Through Upper Limits
    4. The RESET Framework

    Resources mentioned in the episode:

    🎥Video Interview on Future Concepts w/Dr. Benjamin Hardy

    Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Dr. Carol Dweck
    Amazon link

    Your Future Self Now by Dr. Benjamin Hardy
    Amazon link

    The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level by Gay Hendricks
    Amazon link

    RESET Your MINDSET by Natalie Eckdahl (me!!)
    Amazon link

    May I support you as your grow your consulting business? There are three ways we can get started:

    💫Book a 90 Minute Intensive with Natalie (Usually I have a few spots open. This is for any consultant that has been in business at least a year.)


    💫 1:1 Coaching with Natalie Eckdahl, MBA

    Ready for a Coach and Mentor who provides a customized approach to your stage of business AND life? I work with all business levels in private coaching.
    Step one, submit and application.
    Step two, we hop on a zoom call, so we can determine if it's a mutual fit.

    💫 Impact Collective Mastermind

    APPLICATIONS are open for our 2025 Impact Collective Mastermind Program which begins in January. This comprehensive program is for established Nonprofit Consultants who are averaging at least $8K/month. This program helps you grow to high multi-six figure years. I'd love to introduce you to a community of other consultants at your level who value collaboration, education, impact and profit!

    Connect with Natalie on LinkedIn - let's discuss this episode!

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    30 mins
  • 35: 5 Watchouts for a High Ticket Project
    Nov 4 2024

    High ticket projects which I define it as a project anywhere from $25K to $300K and everything in between require more sophistication in several areas to protect yourself as a business owner.

    High ticket projects are normally delivered over the course of several months and for multi-six figure projects, those can extend beyond a year and even up to 3 years.

    While the big project numbers I just shared likely sounds amazing, there are several things that make this type of business more complicated.

    I have 5 watchouts to cover with you in this training episode.

    1) Longer Sales Cycle

    2) Pricing

    3) Scope Creep

    4) Project Management

    5) Advance Cash Flow Techniques Required

    This episode is an example of things that I help my clients with regularly and demonstrates how I teach and train.

    May I support you as your grow your consulting business? There are three ways we can get started:

    💫Book a 90 Minute Intensive with Natalie (Usually I have a few spots open. This is for any consultant that has been in business at least a year.)


    💫 1:1 Coaching with Natalie Eckdahl, MBA

    Ready for a Coach and Mentor who provides a customized approach to your stage of business AND life? I work with all business levels in private coaching.
    Step one, submit and application.
    Step two, we hop on a zoom call, so we can determine if it's a mutual fit.

    💫 Impact Collective Mastermind

    The waitlist is open for our 2025 Impact Collective Mastermind Program which begins in January. This comprehensive program is for established Nonprofit Consultants who are averaging at least $8K/month. This program helps you grow to high multi-six figure years. I'd love to introduce you to a community of other consultants at your level who value collaboration, education, impact and profit!

    Connect with Natalie on LinkedIn - let's discuss this episode!




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    19 mins

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