Today, I dive into the most critical topics shaping our future, from sustainability and workforce flexibility to employee well-being and development. I offer some practical strategies to make a meaningful impact in 2025 and beyond. By embracing these, you can help your organization thrive and stay competitive.
Read MoreI’ve been seeing more and more how working together can amplify our individual efforts. Here’s how small contributions can lead to significant impacts and how joining a collective giving group can enrich your life. Let’s shine together and make a difference!
Read MoreIn today’s world, where emotional hotspots are common and uncertainty looms, learning to truly listen and connect with others is more important than ever. Even I, a communication coach, need to practice these skills in order to be a better listener and build stronger, more meaningful relationships. Just as I teach my clients, I use the tools of Navigating Challenging Dialogue every day. Here’s how you can foster deeper connections and support your community during these turbulent times.
Read MoreFeeling overwhelmed by the uncertainties of life? Let me tell you about a powerful tool I use with my clients called “The Circle of Control”. Follow these 3 steps to regain focus and calm. By identifying what you can control, influence, and let go of, you’ll be able to manage anxiety and stay present. Even small shifts in perspective can make a big difference in your well-being.
Read MorePeople often reach out to me for help with challenging employees, especially in the nonprofit world. Leaders in this sector are typically dedicated to helping both their clients and employees succeed. However, this admirable trait can sometimes lead to a dilemma.
Read MoreFeeling stuck as a leader or owner? Admitting it can be tough, but it’s the first step to turning the situation around. Let me share how I recently helped a client navigate his challenges with confidentiality and support. Through deep listening and strategic guidance, my client was able to overcome his obstacles and take his company to another level of success.
Read MoreNavigating the transition from team member to leader can be challenging, especially when it involves maintaining old friendships while embracing new responsibilities. Sophie had to walk through this delicate balance, and learn how to handle sensitive situations while building trust within a new team. If you've ever struggled with leadership boundaries or missed the camaraderie of your former peers, this story will resonate with you and provide practical advice for your own leadership path.
Read MoreWitnessing the simple act of a child letting go of a rock to free her arm taught me a profound life lesson. This lesson has guided me for over a decade, reminding me to release what no longer serves me, and how that leads to genuine relief and freedom. Let me tell you the story ...
Read MoreThrough this client's story, discover the power of the NCD Process to transform challenging conversations and strengthen relationships. She experienced a breakthrough in just 30 minutes, cutting through confusion to find clarity and freedom. Unlock the secret to maintaining integrity while navigating difficult discussions.
Read MoreLet’s talk about how I unlocked this team’s potential by addressing internal communication challenges head-on. See how my client chose to invest in Navigating Challenging Dialogue® Essentials in order to transform resistance into collaboration and create a culture where feedback is valued. Don’t let high pressure and tight schedules hold you back—take the time to invest in your team’s dynamics and watch your organization thrive.
Read MoreRecently, I had the pleasure of consulting with a seasoned nonprofit Executive Director who was grappling with a particularly messy challenge. During our 3-hour session, I took notes and sketched diagrams as she talked, helping her untangle the complexities in her mind. By the end, we had identified key areas for organizational strengthening, clarified her evolving role, and outlined necessary funding strategies. She left feeling grounded and confident about the future, a common outcome of my consulting sessions. If you’re facing a similar challenge, book a confidential session with me to find your own path forward.
Read More“Lorraine” sought help from me, specifically, for giving feedback. She has a staff member who is competent at her job. But whenever Lorraine asks her to change course or take on something new, the staff member reacts negatively. Changing behavior can be challenging and uncomfortable, especially if you feel you've been doing your best without results. When you're repeatedly giving feedback and the person dismisses it as unimportant, or doesn't take action, perhaps it's you—the one giving the feedback—who needs to change your approach. Through her work with me, Lorraine was able to resolve this successfully.
Read MoreThere is an urgent need to rethink how we support nonprofits, and to question outdated beliefs that limit their potential. It’s important to invest in nonprofit infrastructure and talent, similar to for-profit companies, to solve complex societal issues. Here’s how to understand how changing our approach can enhance the impact of nonprofits.
Read MoreNo matter where you sit politically, it can be a challenge to have open, heartfelt discussions while still maintaining connection and trust. Navigating Challenging Dialogue® (NCD) is a proven tool for having tough conversations while maintaining connection. Connection is essential for our existence and sustainability as a species. See here how the NCD Mantras serve as anchors while you engage in dialogue with those who you might not agree with.
Read MoreLeadership development is a primary concern for the sustainability and growth of all organizations, but especially in the nonprofit sector. Most, not all, nonprofit leaders are “home grown” meaning you have grown up in the organization or field you now work in. In the process of promotion, what is frequently missing is support for developing these new leaders in the art of leading humans. This development is essential because the skills, habits, patterns, and strengths that raised you to do the work well are not the same ones that will serve the organization well from a leadership and sustainability standpoint.
Read MoreAfter I’d worked with a leadership team for several hours, a participant very courageously spoke up. “I’m not convinced that when we are working together, we are all rowing in the same direction.” If I let the that statement drop, with no acknowledgment or further engagement from their peers, the lesson of the day would have been, “Don’t be courageous. Don’t risk speaking the truth. Because it isn’t safe to do so here.” I knew my job was to acknowledge the uncomfortable but truthful statement while bringing the group back to the concern about team alignment and accountability.
Read MoreSocial enterprise is a sustainable financial growth model that promotes philanthropy through profit generation. Possibly the biggest challenge to launching this type of model is that it requires is a shift in nonprofit thinking. The first step is to begin with …
Read MoreOften the work we do is hard, sometimes even heartbreaking. The ability to solve complex social issues and to make change, in both public and private organizations, can take time and patience. Sometimes that leads to feeling overwhelmed, which can lead to focusing only on the hard parts, and having less space for joy. Here are some steps that may help you get closer to feeling joy.
Read MoreBeing invited into an existing team is an acknowledgement of your skills and potential. It is one step forward as you develop your leadership presence. But not all teams know how to effectively integrate someone new. Here are some steps you can take to facilitate your own smooth entry to an existing team.
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