The challenge of leading a non-profit organization can feel daunting at times. The work load can be heavy and the expectations can be overwhelming. What are the qualities you want…
Leadership
10 Ways You Touch Lives
In the classic Christmas movie, It’s a Wonderful Life, the angel Clarence says to George Bailey: “Strange, isn’t it? Each man’s life touches so many other lives. When he isn’t…
How to Assess and Avoid Burnout – part 3
Burnout is all too common among non-profit leaders. Fortunately, there is a mindset and and a methodology that will help you stay out of the burnout ditch. The first step…
The School of Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln stands head and shoulders above the crowd as an example of someone who endured in the face of adversity. As you face adversity in your personal or work…
Five Stages You Move Through Emotionally When Changing Behavior
To improve and grow, change is required. To change effectively, involves thought and emotion. Whether you are learning to ride a bike, lead in a new direction, propose a project…
How to Grow Your Heart Three Sizes Bigger
Every Who Down in Who-ville Liked Christmas a lot… But the Grinch, Who lived just North of Who-ville, Did NOT! The Grinch hated Christmas! The whole Christmas season! Now, please…
A Physics Lesson You Don’t Want to Miss
Did you know that the second law of thermodynamics has an important lesson to teach you in your leadership and organization? I didn’t either until I dug deeper. Everything in…
5 Costly Mistakes People Make When Joining a Non-profit Board
Serving on a non-profit board can be one of the most rewarding activities a person can undertake. However, there are pitfalls. Following are five common mistakes people sometimes make when…
Einstein’s Secret to Problem Solving
Intelligence alone is not always enough to ensure you will solve your toughest problems. It takes another quality that may surprise you. We see the answer in the words of…
The 6 Critical Questions for Finding Clarity
Organizations grow stronger and more effective when leaders not only work well together but clarify present reality and future expectations. Once an organization has a strong functional team (board, staff,…
