One definition of leaders is that they are the people who guide people toward a goal. They lead and others follow. Inherent in this definition is the idea of a goal to be reached. Leaders need to both have a […]
“Better, smarter, faster.” “Give, teach, enable.” “Just say yes.” “Say yes differently.” Each of these phrases guided City Harvest’s work at different times of my 11 year tenure as Executive Director. Each pithy phrase naturally grew out of strategic and operational […]
The tide is turning. As the economy stabilizes and hiring increases, employers of all kinds are losing the hiring advantage they’ve had since 2008. For 8+ years, it was a buyer’s market. Employers, including non-profits, became very picky about who […]
Leading non-profits is basically like leading any endeavor, with a slight twist. Non-profits have missions, the social purpose that qualifies them to be tax-exempt. What this often means is that team members are attracted by the mission, and motivated by […]
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A Leader’s Challenge: Firing People
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