Leadership

I’d like to tell you about Roosevelt, who lives in the Caribbean. To earn a living, he sold candy to feed his eight kids, but he didn’t earn enough. So, one day, his brother suggested that he sell shoes. That suggestion changed his life, and with a steady income, he was able to provide for... READ MORE

When business leaders ask me about the most valuable lessons I’ve learned about leadership, I think they expect me to talk about the hard-won wisdom that’s earned in the board or conference rooms. But candidly, my leadership journey started much earlier with the lessons that came from my father. Everyone called him “Mr. Fix-It,” and... READ MORE

Every day, our team works with creative and even scrappy nonprofits, making an impact in their communities. So many large and small organizations do incredible work across our country. But a big question is how to measure impact, especially if you’re a team member of a small organization or one with limited financial resources to... READ MORE

For generations, the idea and actions of making donations have been integral to our communities. The thought of giving to a good cause shows generosity, community, and selflessness. Still, donations alone won’t save our social issues. And as a result of AI and its power, it’s essential for nonprofits to innovate and get out of... READ MORE

Is your company or business looking for a way to create a culture of engagement? If so, one approach you should consider is volunteer opportunities for your team or employee volunteer programs (EVPs). One of the best ways to bring people together and increase productivity is to create human-to-human opportunities. Our team at Funds2Orgs and... READ MORE

Leadership and management changes and departures are part of doing business for any company. Still, these changes can cause teams to experience anxiety. Even if we live in a time of constant change, many people don’t feel comfortable with it. When change happens at the leadership or management level, it creates anxiety about the unknown.... READ MORE

Digital dominates every aspect of our beings, and more and more algorithms are replacing analog. As a result, it’s essential to lean into the concept of ‘human to human.’ The world is facing its relentless march toward all things digital, and there’s nothing wrong with that, save when we don’t consider that the promise of... READ MORE

Micromobility continues to evolve as new types of equipment come onto the market every year. It refers to short-haul transport—less than 6 miles. Since 2010, micromobility companies worldwide have focused on sustainable leadership to get people where they have to go. Micromobility includes station-based bike-sharing systems, dockless bike-sharing systems, electrically assisted bike-sharing systems, and electric... READ MORE

  You’ve hired the best talent possible. Moreover, you compensate your team members well. Because of it, they all seem happy with their jobs. Still, performance is not where it should be, nor are results, and growth is slow. What’s missing? You think you have the right talent and all the resources for ensuring success... READ MORE

We know that we have to rebuild our communities. And, while things are difficult and nonprofits have started cutting staff, there’s a lot to do. Meaning, executive director and board leadership are essential for many reasons. For instance, directors have to lead their teams as donors get more choosy regarding where they give. And, leadership... READ MORE