In today's competitive environment where economic, technological, generational, and diversity trends are threatening the existence of a number of not-for-profits, boards are often forced to seek more dynamic leaders who have core skills, the imagination, and the vision to move their not-for-profit into the future. Developing those skills is crucial to career success in this field. This book includes worksheets to help assess skill sets and step-by-step instructions for shaping a career path to the top. Sample forms, checklists, and case studies (all on the accompanying customizable CD-ROM) make it easy for the reader to understand the content and use the information to enhance their careers.