LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT
EIGHT
PRACTICAL INSIGHTS
FOR LEADERS
Here are the eight key insights contained in Applied Wisdom for the Nonprofit Sector.
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CULTURE
How do people act and interact?
Respect and Trust Your People
Respecting and trusting your people is the foundation of all good management.
Bad News is Good News
Always listen for and even seek out signs of trouble. Bad news is good news if you do something about it.
PLANNING
What strategy and resources will achieve your mission?
Develop Court Sense
Develop “court sense” to see everything that’s happening around you, and to rapidly adjust to changes.
The Whole Job
Commit to doing “the whole job.” Investing in organizational capacity contributes to excellence and impact.
Prioritize and Focus
With limited time and resources, it’s essential to prioritize and then focus.
IMPLEMENTATION
What actions will ensure desired results?
Book It and Ship It
Planning is essential but success comes from the implementation of your ideas. “Book It and Ship It.” Make a decision and manage the consequences.
