Culture

Absorb Chaos, Project Calm, Give Hope

I don’t know who first used this phrase, but I think it is so valuable for the situation we now find ourselves in. Absorb Chaos, Project Calm, Give Hope. These are deeply unsettling times. Politics ha

Between Your Heart and Your Mind

Nonprofit leaders tend to be idea people. They see problems and imagine solutions. They meet a potential partner and envision a collaboration. They attend a conference and return buzzing with all the

Uncover Driving Forces in 2026

It’s been said that the one constant is change. A couple of weeks ago I talked about the cyclical environments that nonprofits work within. 2025 was a tough year for many nonprofits: How can we start

The Larger Goal of Doing Good

Financial success and independence are powerful motivators. But as we enter this season of reflection, I want to set a reminder that achieving professional success and pursuing the greater good aren't

Hire Excellent People

An exceptional culture will always attract great employees. When I was getting my MBA at Cornell, business schools were not paying that much attention to the techniques of effective hiring. Fortunatel

Accountability vs. Victims

When things aren’t going well there is a tendency for staff to personalize their anxiety and frustration and create “villains” and “victims.” This is an extremely important distinction and it’s not si