One of the most important reminders for any nonprofit leader—especially those who are newer to the role—is that while we and our board members or donors are working together toward the same mission, we are each showing up from very different vantage points. This isn’t something to tiptoe around. It’s something to understand and embrace….
The Power of Recommitting to Basics
Nonprofit Execs are busy people! It’s inevitable that from time to time, the many pulls on our attention will lead us away from the kind of high level effectiveness we aspire to. Several years ago I developed the beginnings of a tool that nonprofit leaders can use to make their careers more rewarding and their…
A Run Triumphant
Today, for the first time since having open heart surgery four months ago, I took a run. A jog really. Well, mostly a long walk, with a 2 mile light run tucked into the middle of it. In its moment, it was a big deal. And in fact, if we truly believe that leaps forward…
Your Role Providing Stability in Times of Growth
Those of us in leadership positions tend to thrive on growth and change. We see possibilities. We envision what comes next. Change keeps our attention. It’s easy to forget how difficult change can be for many of our team members.