A good training experience needs a plot
Once upon a time training meant slides, a breakout, and a checklist. Every day we call that “learning.” But one day I heard about the… Read More »A good training experience needs a plot
Boards
The Words We Didn’t Choose
We recently recorded an episode of the Nonprofit Radio Show about a common phrase in our sector: “We’re just a working board.” It’s often said… Read More »The Words We Didn’t Choose
The Interference Problem
A client sent me a tool the other day. “Could we use something like this?” I could tell they were excited about it. I hesitated.… Read More »The Interference Problem
“Should” isn’t motivating: How to help boards step up
Boards are under pressure to “step up” as federal and state cuts constrict the oxygen that nonprofits need to breathe. Urgency, however, doesn’t translate to… Read More »“Should” isn’t motivating: How to help boards step up
How to Prepare Nonprofit Boards for Uncertain Times
I’ve been thinking a lot about boards lately. I was one of five petitioners in an unsuccessful school board recall effort. (If you are interested in… Read More »How to Prepare Nonprofit Boards for Uncertain Times