Advocacy/Policy Change, Growth/Scaling Plans, Issue Based Blogs, Social Impact Architects, Social Movements
I recently came across a story about anthropologist Margaret Mead. She was asked by a student – what was the first sign of civilization in ancient culture? The student (and I) expected an answer such as fishhooks, grinding stones or some other tool. Instead, she said...
Collaborate, Grow, Issue Based Blogs, Organizational Assessments, Organizational Culture, Social Impact Architects, Social Movements
Next Monday is Earth Day – the first one was held in 1970, more than 50 years ago. Since then, Earth Day has become a global event that has mobilized 200 million people across 141 countries to recognize our role in saving our collective ecosystem. The United Nations...
Advocacy/Policy Change, Collaborate, Ecosystem Mapping, Issue Based Blogs, Social Impact Architects
On Monday, 15 U.S. states got to witness a total solar eclipse – which was an unforgettable experience. I was on Lake Austin, surrounded by all my new friends at the annual Culturati gathering. But even more poignant was the sense of community – everyone stopped what...
Advocacy/Policy Change, Growth/Scaling Plans, Issue Based Blogs, Social Impact Architects, Social Movements
Each year in February, state legislative sessions begin across the country. It is an exciting time and opportunity for nonprofits – with new possibilities for proactive policy change to better address social issues in our communities. Whenever I discuss this the...
Advocacy/Policy Change, Issue Based Blogs, Lean Start-Up, Social Impact Architects
Back-to-school season is upon us. For some students, it is routine. For others going to a new school, it can feel like stepping into the unknown. In many ways, first-generation college students are much like astronauts. Exploring uncharted territory always take a...
Advocacy/Policy Change, Collaborate, Employee Engagement, Human Resources, Issue Based Blogs, Lead, Organizational Culture, Social Impact Architects, Social Movements, System Change
Tuesday the world celebrated Nelson Mandela Day, a day that brings people together to live the values of the late South African leader in honor of his birthday. He often used a quote attributed to author Joel Barker, and it’s one of my favorites: “Vision without...