80 people have gone through the Positive Intelligence program. I have watched people recognize their own patterns, laugh at themselves, challenge themselves, support each other and try new ways of responding to the things life and...
As nonprofit leaders, we have a responsibility to steward our organizations well. Stewardship is not limited to managing finances, fundraising or strategic plans. It also means protecting culture, preserving trust and...
The Ted and Beard Effect: Why Great Fundraising Starts with Great Leadership Partnerships
July 29, 2026
The strongest fundraising programs aren't built by extraordinary CEOs or exceptional development directors working independently. They're built by leaders who bring different strengths to a shared mission.
Humor can help create that sense of relatability and strengthen the connections that make teams and organizations thrive. Like most leadership tools, however, it works best when paired with care and authenticity.
To be an effective manager, you need both management skills and leadership qualities. These are the capabilities that make your job easier, increase employee accountability, and create a better workplace for everyone.
Dear Board Chair: Are You Ready for Your Next Leader?
July 8, 2026
When a leadership transition occurs, boards naturally focus on who comes next. That is understandable. The position is vacant. Stakeholders are asking questions. Staff members are looking for reassurance. Donors want confidence...
An outside review is not there because the board has failed. It's there because the people doing the work are volunteers, not governance experts and they are fitting it in where they can.
Most nonprofit leaders are asked to do more with less. Limited budgets, small teams, and growing community needs create constant pressure. AI won't solve every challenge, but it can help us reclaim valuable time by handling routine tasks.
Many donors don't remember every annual gift they made, but they remember the moments they helped create, the scholarship awarded, the family housed, the cancer drug that worked, the loved one whose life was changed.
Transformational collaborations come from a commitment to seeing a
project through from both sides. These partnerships are the ones that change
things- that produce impact- the ones genuinely invested in the outcome- not just
the output.