How often, in a business setting, do you admit when you don’t know the answer? And how comfortable are you telling your boss, or your client, that you simply don’t know the answer? This blog post addresses vulnerability and why it is important to be okay with being a little bit vulnerable.
Read MoreWhat processes does your organization have in place to ensure security? Today, I am pondering an embezzlement scheme at a large East Coast-based nonprofit. What processes should that organization have had in place to ensure this did not happen? Read more.
Read MoreRecently in the news was a report of serious tax fraud involving an individual who registered 76 nonprofits with the IRS to a false address in an effort to secure their tax refunds. Where was the IRS? Read this blog for more details.
Read MoreIf your organization is facing budget challenges, this blog is for you. Budget cuts and other issues can be tough on you and your team. Follow my tips to get through these challenging times with ease.
Read MoreThe landscape of college athletics is changing as UCLA and USC join the Big 10. Why is this happening and what does it mean? Read more for my thoughts on the topic.
Read Moref you read or watch the news, it’s hard to find the positive among all the negativity that is being reported. But, in the nonprofit world, we see positives every day. Even though good news might not be the leade in every news article you read, it’s important to keep the positive news top of mind.
Read MoreWinston Churchill was right.... “Democracy is the worst form of government – except for all the others that have been tried."
Here is celebrating our Independence Day and a written declaration, made just short of 250 years ago, that gave us the platform today and into the future for the "pursuit of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness."
Recently in the news, I came across two stories about high-profile families entering into litigation regarding inheritances. In this blog, I share my thoughts on family and legacy.
Read MoreIt’s no secret, we’re facing inflation at rates many Americans have not seen before in our lifetimes. And, many of us are unprepared. Read this blog for my thoughts.
Read MoreThe baby formula shortage is top-of-mind with every American. And, whether it impacts you directly or not, it seems as though everyone is trying to help, and everyone is worried. How is this impacting you? Read this blog for my personal thoughts on the topic.
Read MoreShould nonprofits be taxed differently? Read this blog for more on my perspective on this topic.
Read MoreRecently, an article in The Washington Post highlighted a new program and nonprofit in Washington, DC that helps individuals learn how to reduce conflict as a way to reduce violence in the city. Read this blog to learn more about this program, and what it has to do with philanthropy.
Read MoreEven as trust in most areas of government and business continues to erode, trust in nonprofits continues. Read this blog for the latest statistics related to public trust in the nonprofit sector.
Read MoreOrganizations are getting “back to work” and with that comes special events. The question still lingers…should events be in-person or virtual? How is your organization handling events? Read this blog for special considerations before you determine how to handle your next event.
Read MoreHow is the recent volatility of the stock market impacting nonprofits? The recent market conditions, combined with the uncertainty of the past few years are top-of-mind with nonprofit leaders across the country. Read this blog for more details.
Read MoreWhen organizations go through difficult periods or times of challenge, leadership can make all the difference. But, what about when the challenge is actually caused by leadership? Read this blog for my thoughts.
Read MoreRecently I have had the pleasure of watching my son’s youth soccer team. The improvement the team has made from the fall season to the spring season is impressive, but what I am most impressed by is the coaching by volunteer parents. This blog addresses the many ways leadership appears in our daily lives. Read more.
Read MoreHas your organization ever hired, or thought about hiring, an interim leader? With so much movement in the industry, some organizations are looking to bring on interim leaders while they conduct a search for a more permanent executive. This blog discusses why some organizations might hire an interim leader, and my thoughts on the topic.
Read MoreSome healthcare systems recently announced quarterly earnings and they were lackluster. What does this mean for the future of healthcare, and how might this impact you? Read this blog for my thoughts.
Read MoreSince 2000, Warren Buffett has auctioned off the opportunity to have lunch - and receive some stock tips - to raise funds for The Glide Foundation, a San Francisco-based nonprofit that helps the homeless in that city. This is the last year Mr. Buffett will be auctioning off the lunch opportunity. Read this blog to learn more.
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