Category: Blog
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95. The Strategic Plan “Refresh”
This week’s episode – click here. Strategic plans used to be something boards revisited every three to five years. But today, the pace of change—and the unexpected shocks we’ve all lived through—are forcing boards to ask new questions: How do we stay involved over time? And how will we know when it’s time to shift?…
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94. Lending Your Future Self a Hand
This week’s episode – click here. One of my most popular episodes was about building a personal knowledge management system. And here’s the surprising truth: the system itself matters less than the discipline of using it. Today, I’m sharing a simple life hack that’s saved me countless times—because let’s face it, our future selves are…
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93. Sell… sell… sell, baby… sell!
Here’s this week’s episode – click here. In my work with mission-driven organizations, I’ve seen how trust isn’t just a virtue—it’s a strategy. The way we initiate conversations says everything about our integrity, our intent, and our respect for others. Sales and development efforts rooted in honesty build relationships that last. The rest? Just noise…
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92. You have to have A system!
This week’s episode – click here. Forget the tools—do you have a system? In this episode, I explore why personal knowledge management isn’t about the latest app—it’s about discipline, consistency, and devotion. From steno pads to second brains, I discuss what separates high performers from the forgetful, and why even seasoned executives need a system…
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91. Contemplating M&A: Pursuing the “cake and eat it too”!
Here’s this week’s episode. Can you really have your cake and eat it too in nonprofit M&A? In this episode, we explore the mindset behind mergers, acquisitions, and strategic affiliations—not the math, but the meaning. When organizations face pressure to scale without sacrificing identity, leaders are often sent on a quest for the impossible. Tune in…
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90. AI Makes It Easy. Or Does It?
Today’s episode: click here. In a world flooded with AI-generated content, standing out is harder than ever. In this episode, I explore what it really takes to rise above the noise—and why your unique voice matters more now than ever. Fountain pens. Film photography. Franklin Planners. Maybe the future isn’t faster. Maybe it’s more… rum…
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89. Running Through a Tunnel of Fire
What makes a team brave enough to face transformational change—together? In this episode, I explore the power of vision, trust, and storytelling in leading organizations through risk, resistance, and renewal. Listen in. The fire’s real—but so is what’s on the other side.
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88. “Why Are Young People So Lazy?”
“Why Are Young People So Lazy?” (Spoiler: they’re not.) A c-suite exec dropped that line—and it sparked a deeper dive into generational shifts, workplace loyalty, and what younger leaders really want. Listen in for a fresh take on what’s changing—and why it matters.
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87. You’ve just been asked to become Interim CEO. Now what?
What does it really mean to step into the CEO (or any other key leadership position for that matter) role—especially as an interim? In this episode, I share lessons from my own experience leading organizations in transition, and offer practical advice for navigating the delicate balance between “keeping the seat warm” and truly leading. If…
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