As we've learned in recent interviews with fund raisers and grant makers, not everyone plans to spend their career in philanthropy.

But now that you're here, what should you do next? Do you need more education? What skills should you build? How do you move to the next level?

Below is the transcript of a live, online discussion with two experts on nonprofit careers who answered questions about taking the next step.

The Guests:

Laura Gassner Otting is president and chief executive of the Nonprofit Professionals Advisory Group. She is the author of Change Your Career: Transitioning to the Nonprofit Sector and an experienced nonprofit executive search professional.

Heather Krasna is director of candidate services at the Nonprofit Professionals Advisory Group. She has more than 12 years experience in career coaching, and is the author of Jobs That Matter: Find a Stable, Fulfilling Career in Public Service.