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The Myth of Setting Priorities
One of the most frequent requests we get from executive directors, managers, and employees is to help them set priorities. The request, on the surface, is logical. Somehow, if we just all knew, and agreed to priorities, it would solve the not-enough-time-in- the-day...
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Implementation and the Practice of Leadership
I’ve been doing this work for more than 23 years with over 750 clients. Guess how many times I’ve been asked some variation of: How do we know this plan won’t sit on the shelf? Short answer? A LOT. In the old days, this question could make me a little defensive...
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Inclusivity in Organizations
Imagine an organization with 35 staff spread across 5 states. As part of their internal discussions on issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), they decide to adopt a flatter organization structure to align with their commitment to operating in a more...
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Distraction Hurts Creativity*
“Most of what we say and do is not essential. If you can eliminate it, you’ll have more time, and more tranquility. Ask yourself at every moment, ‘Is this necessary?” – Marcus Aurelius I don’t know whether or not you think about your work as a creative endeavor, but...
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5 Strategies to Take Your Organization to the Next Level
Not all organizations can go-to-scale, but all organizations have inflection points when getting to the next level is appropriate—or even imperative. The term “next level” is generally associated with an organization’s lifecycles, moving from one stage to another like...
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3 Things I Learned at the Women in Conservation Leadership Summit
Last week, I had the exciting opportunity to participate in the Women in Conservation Leadership Summit hosted by the National Wildlife Federation. More than 300 women from 100 organizations, government agencies, and foundations participated. We spend two days...
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5 Reasons to Become a Nonprofit CEO
As a nonprofit professional, you know the profound impact nonprofits have on our communities and world. You tackle big problems and bring about positive change. Your contribution to the sector and the causes you care about embodies the best spirit and values of our...
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