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Favorite Inspirations: Top 10 Life Hacks for a More Peaceful 2018
In 2017, I have spent time reflecting on the concept of peace. I love the Hindu scripture that says, “Peace does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble or hard work. Peace means to be in the midst of all those things and still be calm in your...
Nonprofit Trends & Inspiration: Top 5 TrendSpotter Favorites of 2017
The end of the year is always a special time for many social sector organizations. Not only do we have the chance to celebrate with clients and their families over the holidays, but we also enjoy the magic of the season. This warm holiday glow is often accompanied by...
Reasons We Are Thankful
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The 5 Temptations of Nonprofit CEOs with a Game of Thrones Twist
I am eagerly awaiting the new season of “Game of Thrones.” When I first started watching “Game of Thrones,” I thought Daenerys Targaryen (the blond Mother of Dragons) was weak. Her character paled in comparison to other strong women in the show. Boy – did I misjudge...
Hot Nonprofit Trends for Summer 2017
Summer is such a great time of year – the sunshine brings lighter spirits, every weekend welcomes a backyard BBQ and all sorts of fun outdoor activities abound. With Fourth of July celebrations in full swing this week, we thought we’d set a firework display of our own...
Rising Above Politics in the Trump Era
Fights on the floor of the state legislatures. Elections focused less on the issues plaguing our towns and more on dirty politics. A must-watch reality show in Washington D.C. around whom is the biggest liar. These are not scenes from the latest good vs. evil epic...
Making Smart Decisions
Sometimes when you meet someone, you just click. Last year, while teaching for the Executive Nonprofit Management certificate program at Duke University, I met Amy Gearhart, a student in my class. She had recently made a career shift. After serving 30 years as a...
What’s Next after the Women’s March? How Nonprofits Are Leading Efforts to Lift Women Out of Poverty
In March, we celebrate Women’s History Month and the amazing women who have made America great – Sally Ride, the first female in space; Rosa Parks; and many “hidden figures” who have cracked the glass ceiling. This year, that celebration builds upon the visible...
Will Social Entrepreneurship Survive the Trump Era?
Change is inevitable. Progress depends on how we respond to change. On Friday, we will have a new president of the United States. As with any leadership transfer, it will bring new ideas and new ways of working. As Socrates said, “The secret of change is to focus all...
