We had hoped technology would give us more time, more resources and more capabilities for better time management. However, it seems to cause us to use more time. In addition to all the meetings and luncheons we attend, we are constantly looking at our phones: answering and sending emails, texting, tweeting, blogging and so on.…
Are you thinking about making a change in your career? You’re not alone. On average, a person will make a career switch at least five to seven times during their working years. While this may be the trend in today’s business climate, I would encourage you to ask yourself the following five questions before you…
This is the time of year that many businesses focus on strategic planning for the year ahead. And why? For starters, a number of quantifiable studies have validated that a comprehensive strategic plan effects quality performance in heightened operating ratios, increased market share and an excellent return on investment. Strategic planning also helps you accomplish…
Serving as a board member for a nonprofit looks great on your resume, yes, but more than that it’s rewarding. When you as the board member and the nonprofit are well matched, we can guarantee both parties will benefit. But how do you choose the right nonprofit? And once you have agreed to serve on…
Did you know that the average worker spends 30 hours a week checking their email? That means for most workers they spend just as much time on email as they do performing their work tasks. While that statistic may sound high, the truth is this: email is an important cornerstone in today’s workplace culture. It’s…
A fear of networking is not only common, it’s normal. And why? For starters, networking forces you out of your comfort zone, requires you to make new professional connections and quickly build relationships with people you probably don’t know well or at all. When it comes to navigating the networking process, what is your biggest…
When it comes to professional coaching, there are a lot of titles that exist: leadership coach, career coach, life coach, and as such many people tend to think they all do the same thing. This could not be further from the truth. There are some distinct differences between each of these coaching titles, and today…
Q: Our Board members are not engaged. They seem to think Board meetings are more of a social time than a productive time. Committee meetings are not attended. – Daniel, Nonprofit Director A: There are so many reasons for lack of board engagement. To answer this question specific to your board it would be important…
When first introduced to the idea of contacting community leaders to request a donation to a specific cause, I was scared, very uneasy, didn’t know what to say – bottom line, I really did not want to do it. So my excuse was “I am not able to ask customers to donate to a specific…
It’s Spring time – may be time to do some spring cleaning and recruiting! I have seen boards scrambling to recruit new board members to meet bylaw requirements for membership and quorums at meetings because they have someone who just termed off the board, or experienced a recent resignation. This panic situation does not produce…