28 • How to Cultivate Strong Teams in Your Mission-Driven Organization with Tim Foot and Brooke Hodnefield of Slingshot Group

May 15, 2024

WITH CO-HOSTS: HEREDES RIBEIRO & COLLIN HOKE

Justin and H sit down with Tim Foot and Brooke Hodnefield from Slingshot Group to explore the complexities of nonprofit staffing, the integration of personal and organizational values, and the innovative approaches to leadership recruitment in the nonprofit sector.

Episode Summary.

Discover the transformative power of strategic staffing with Tim Foot and Brooke Hodnefield from Slingshot Group, who share their expertise on building resilient nonprofit teams. In a world where aligning personal convictions with an organization's mission has never been more crucial, our guests unravel the complexity of talent retention and innovative hiring. This episode breaks down the nuances of recruitment and the art of creating a workplace culture that resonates with everyone's values, offering a treasure trove of insights for nonprofit leaders looking to forge ahead in a post-pandemic world.

The conversation takes you behind the scenes of Slingshot's distinctive approach to staffing, revealing the foundational role of relationship-building in matching the right talent to the right organization. As Tim and Brooke recount stories from the trenches, they shed light on the delicate dance of managing expectations during the hiring process. Get ready to uncover the secrets to successful leadership searches, and learn why sometimes, patience isn't just a virtue—it's a necessity for finding the perfect fit.

We wrap up with an exploration of work-life integration, and how today's candidates are weighing flexibility and culture against traditional compensation. At the intersection of human touch and the rising trend of AI in recruitment, this episode serves as a reminder that technology is a tool, not a replacement for the nuanced art of hiring. And for those navigating the challenges of fractional employment, our guests share strategies that prove to be both effective and inspiring. If you're ready to elevate your nonprofit's hiring game, this dialogue is not one to miss. Join us to harness the strategies that will steer your organization towards long-term growth and success.

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Chapters.

0:09 Building Resilient Nonprofit Teams
10:24 The Importance of Relationship in Recruitment
23:55 Organizational Success and Talent Acquisition
36:51 Nonprofit vs. For-Profit Staffing Differences
41:09 Strategies for Handling Fractional Employment
50:42 Work-Life Integration and AI Trends

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Resources and Info.

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About Tim Foot.

With nearly 30 years of experience as a leader, pastor, coach, speaker, musician, and presenter in Australia and North America, Tim brings a diverse background in church, nonprofit, and for-profit environments to his role as CEO/President of Slingshot Group.

Throughout his time at Slingshot, Tim and the teams he’s led have staffed and coached well over a thousand churches, organizations, and leaders. For Tim, this work provides a perfect combination of strategic leadership and relational connection, allowing him to invest in teams in tandem with serving leaders.

Tim believes, “When the mission of the leader and the mission of the organization line up, that’s when the magic happens! Alignment is everything, and the best investment you’ll ever make is in your leaders.”

Tim lives in Denver, Colorado, with his wife, Mandy, and their two sons.

About Brooke Hodnefield.

Brooke Hodnefield brings a 20-year journey in human resources, organizational and leadership development, missions & coaching to her role as VP of the Nonprofit division at Slingshot Group. She offers translatability to any sector, having worked in for-profit, nonprofit, and the church. Living all over the United States (including a stint in Puerto Rico!) and engaging in short-term missions internationally, has afforded her the gift of dropping into any context and providing relatability and commonality to quickly build trust with others. Brooke’s greatest strengths are in sensing God’s glory in people, listening well, and translating what she sees to connect dots in a tangible way. Brooke’s values:

Give Grace – because we ALL fall short
Protect the Person – everyone deserves dignity
Be Bold – living fueled by the Spirit
Clear the Way – removing obstacles to restore order

A Master Trainer of Younique, Brooke has walked countless individuals through a Gospel-centered life design journey, from purpose discovery to activation, and trained other coaches to do the same.

Brooke can be found at the intersection of her sweet spot, where she believes every bit of her story was pulled forth into her role at Slingshot Group.

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