The pressures and even passion of mission-driven work can make it hard to put yourself first. Commit to just a few actions each day and let’s make sure you are well rested, and your brain is able to do its magic so you can make the big difference in the world you were meant to make!
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Does your senior staff member have the skills to get the job done? Before you take action, use these 5 Strategic Choices to help make sure that WE as leaders are doing our best to help those around us do their best work.
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Are you a fast-paced, multi-tasking leader? Manage and balance your deadlines and the strong pull of wanting a “quick fix”, with a commitment to understand the “why” behind it all.
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If your nonprofit organization is experiencing a change in leadership RIGHT NOW (whether you just had the conversation today, or you’ve been in the midst of transition for months) and you are either a Board member or are the outgoing leader, this webinar is for you. (If you’re not, feel free to share this link with someone who IS!) I’m […]
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One of the ways the Board can drive a successful leadership transition is to ensure that staff members are fully engaged during the process so they continue to do their best work. While there certainly are best practices on how to create succession plans and launch a search, strategies for staff members are often non-existent, […]
Continue readingDo you serve on a non-profit Board and you just learned that your CEO or executive director is departing? Wondering how you’re going to find a strong successor AND ensure the organization still thrives? Are you are the outgoing leader or retiring Founder, and want to make sure your organization, staff, and other key relationships – are […]
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As I’ve listened to clients and colleagues over the past 19 months, some definite trends have emerged, and in the video below, I share what I’m working on right now and going forward that I know will be of help.
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August is one of those months when a large part of the business community seems to slow down. The “out of office” replies are more frequent. The pace tends to soften, and if you work in an office you’ve probably had a lot less people around this month than usual. August is likely the time […]
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As a smart leader, you’re likely familiar with the success philosophy of connecting with “like-minded people.” If we want to soar to greater heights as a business leader, connecting with like-minded people is a must. It feels good to be surrounded by those who share a common goal, vision or purpose, and who will constantly […]
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Last week, I was helping one of my clients (a Board President of a Museum) work through a particularly challenging situation, and she said, “We’re really in a pickle!” It made me smile. First, I thought: What an understatement! But then, I thought: How healthy! Go with me here for a minute. Think of a time when […]
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