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Learn how to improve your data practices, make informed decisions, and enhance your impact.

Welcome to The Data Coach!
Learn about our services, our approach, and what to expect in the coming year.
I’m a do-gooder who loves data. What kinds of jobs can I do in the nonprofit sector?
Looking to use your data skills for good? Here are some suggestions for the kinds of work you can do in the nonprofit sector.
I tried DataCamp. Here's how it went.
I tried taking an online course with DataCamp. Here are the pros and cons of the experience.
AI chat box vs. Google search: What's the difference?
What nonprofits should know about the differences between Google searches and AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude.
Starting a strategic planning process? Hire a data strategist immediately
Tips for hiring a data expert for your next strategic planning process.
How to support your solo data analyst
How to support the professional development of the solo data analyst at your nonprofit organizations.

Upcoming Events

July 8th, 2026, 11AM MST
Building a Data Strategy

Come join us for a free webinar on July 18th where we'll cover: 1) The root causes of why so many nonprofits end up collecting way more data than they need. 2) How to use existing documents, like strategic plans, logic models, and theories of change, to identify what data points are most essential for your team and organization to track your progress. 3) How to create a data inventory, which is a critical document to help keep your data and your team organized 4) How to make a plan to collect essential data that may be missing from your current inventory Looking forward to seeing you there!

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August 21st, 2026, 9:30AM-11:30AM MST
Office Hours for Nonprofit Professionals

Free 30-minute 1:1 sessions for nonprofit professionals who need help figuring out data, strategy, or operations challenges. Reserve your slot using the link below. Hope to see you there!

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August 7th, 2026, 9:30AM-11:30AM MST
Office Hours for Nonprofit Professionals

Free 30-minute 1:1 sessions for nonprofit professionals who need help figuring out data, strategy, or operations challenges. Reserve your slot using the link below. Hope to see you there!

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The Data Coach featured in Voyage Denver
Meet the Coach! Lindsay's Self-Interview | The Data Coach | Nonprofit Consultant
99 Problems and AI is one (Part II): Proceeding with caution
A few weeks ago, I attended the Nonprofit Technology Conference in Portland, OR. Interestingly, almost every session I attended discussed the pros and cons of using AI.
99 Problems and AI is one: Confessions of an AI skeptic
It's a hot topic, and I know I need to stay current on emerging technology. But I've got to tell you, I'm skeptical.
All I Want for Pride Are Some Really Loud Allies
It is not enough to slap a rainbow on a logo or post a picture from drag brunch in June. Here’s what you can do to be loud and clear about your support for LGBTQ+ people.
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