Impact Measurement, Social Enterprise, Social Impact Architects
I am often asked how I come up with blog topics. To answer, some come from collective client work, some are sparked by life experience and others are inspired by great questions from audience members. Since I’ve been back out doing speeches, workshops and keynotes,...
Book Reviews, Organizational Culture, Social Enterprise, Storytelling
I knew of Jerr Boschee long before I met him – he is a legend in the social enterprise space. I now am lucky enough to count him as a close friend and mentor. A standout in the field, he has held many noteworthy positions throughout his career. He is a former CEO...
Business Planning, Grow, Lead, Organizational Culture, Social Enterprise, Social Impact Architects, Strategic Planning
Last week, I was thrilled to teach students seeking Duke’s Executive Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership, offered each October, for the ninth time. (They may have been the best class so far!)It doesn’t feel like fall until I get to share my hard-won wisdom from being...
Business Planning, Grow, Growth/Scaling Plans, Social Impact Architects
Summer is an excellent time to consider new ideas. Based on research, one of the top ideas that nonprofits are considering is social enterprise (or an earned income venture). These ventures enable nonprofit (or for-profit) organizations to harness the power of the...
Guest Blogs, Social Enterprise, Social Impact Architects
I love Banksy and his rogue artwork, such as “I Want Change” (pictured here). Like the best provocateurs, he gets us to think and opens our minds to a different point of view. In the social sector, we often have our own perspective, shaped by experience and bias, on...
