“Great leaders must have two things: a vision of the world that does not yet exist and the ability to communicate that vision clearly.” Simon Sinek Communication is the basic element of your success. Think about your heroes. What do they all have in common? They talk, they tell stories, they get your attention through …
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Great Nonprofit Leaders Tell Stories, Here’s Your Secret Formula
Stories are magical. Everyone is hard-wired for stories, you enjoy them, you are influenced by them, and you react to them. When you become a great storyteller (and I’m about to give you the secret formula), you get more of what you want. Nonprofits have many stories to share. In fact, you are making new …
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Nonprofit Communication: 7 everyday habits
Nonprofit organizations are built on connections. But where do these connections start? Often with a chance conversation. Liz Larsen directs Project BEE, an anti-poverty organization that runs an emergency shelter. Plans for a new building were well underway in November when a Facebook exchange led to a big gift. Like many of us working in …
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Are you boring or engaging?
When I gather with a group of nonprofit leaders and ask them to introduce themselves, I hear one person after another talk about the work they do. They use jargon, insider-speak, buzz words. They talk about the boss, a challenge they are facing, and find a variety of ways to describe their day-to-day work. My …
It’s not someone’s job, it’s everyone’s job.
Imagine how much more powerful your organization would be if you multiplied the number of people who felt prepared and empowered to talk about the organization’s vision! The more people spreading the word, the more donors, volunteers, and advocates you have. Simple math says it makes sense. Why don’t organizations work this way now? Change …
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Step UP! You are a Leader
Not in a leadership role yet? No problem. I want to share with you the secret I discovered that changed my life. When you have the opportunity to raise your hand and get involved, do it. I was frustrated in work and volunteer roles. I wanted action. I wanted change. Then I discovered how to …