Das ist eine totale Scheißshow
Das ist eine totale Scheißshow (4-mInute Read) My grandpa used “colorful language” at times to make a point. He would speak in German when he didn’t want us grandkids to hear him curse in English. He would have used the title phrase in referring to the leadership situation I’m writing about today that holds some […]
Igniting the Powder Keg: Seven Keys for Nonprofit Board Engagement
Igniting the Powder Keg: Seven Keys for Nonprofit Board Engagement (3 minute read) Yeah! The book officially launched in paperback yesterday. Yes, the book describes “seven keys,” but there are more than seven chapters and the keys are intentionally not made explicit until late in the book. For those who are curious, here are the […]
The Art of Playing Catch by Yourself
The Art of Playing Catch by Yourself (3 minute read) I recently had lunch with a senior executive from an multi-million international nonprofit. The conversation left me feeling that a lot was at stake. We talked about the organization’s apparent lack of effort to build a stronger, more engaged board of directors. I could sense […]
Three Minutes That Will Change Your Life…and Your Organization’s Culture
Three Minutes That Will Change Your Life…and Your Organization’s Culture Original Post: November 17, 2023 I recently was introduced to this short but very powerful three-minute video that literally can change your life and your organization’s culture. Of course, changing your company’s or nonprofit’s culture is a bit more challenging than just watching this video, […]
Seven Steps to Organizational Health
Seven Steps to Organizational Health (3 minute read) Recently I’ve had some really challenging issues with several clients. In one organization we encountered significant resistance to change in the board of directors and one in the staff leadership. This blog outlines seven keys for leadership to focus on, which will guarantee that OH will improve. […]