Projects? Chaos? Process? Growth…
2024 has been a season of creation and discovery. I’ve had some amazing wins and some confusing misses. Using Tetris to describe the year, I’ve made some really incredible fits, but the simple blocks haven’t lined up in the way I expected. Not "lost," just not fitting...
What to say if your change isn’t getting team buyin
Are you a leader finding it hard to get your team excited about a change? This simple swap can help. The simple swap? As a leader, you're likely excited about the change. So you're probably talking about all the change and what it will bring. This may be scaring your...
Indecision is exhausting
Are you feeling fatigued? Inexplicably tired? Did you realize that "keeping your options open" can be draining you? Leadership coach Kim Nicol did a great post on LinkedIn. She starts the post with: One of the most exhausting things is delaying making a decision. I...
Earning an International Coaching Federation Credential like ACC or PCC
Coaching is a specific set of skills and an entire profession. But since anyone can call themselves a "coach," coaching certifications and credentials can help coaches show their dedication to the craft. And a high-level of professionalism to their clients. As the...
The Concord Leadership Group welcomes Emily J. Pitman as COO
We are thrilled to announce that Emily J. Pitman has been promoted to a forward-facing formal role with The Concord Leadership Group. Emily has played an active role with CLG’s CEO Marc A. Pitman in the development and work of FundraisingCoach, The Nonprofit Academy,...
Developing a Well-Rounded Compensation Plan: A Guide
This article was contributed by Jennifer Loftus, founding partner and National Director of Astron Solutions. When you think of compensation, you likely picture a paycheck or a stack of cash. But there’s much more to it than that. A well-rounded compensation plan that...
Financial Management Tips for Small Business Owners
Thoughtful financial management lets you run your small business with confidence. Read this guide for useful tips on how to set your business up for success.
Broaden Your Podcast Shelves
Today's issue of the Anti-Racism Daily email was called "Broaden your bookshelves." The invitation was to look at your bookshelves and see if the authors are as diverse as you think they are. Then to look and see if the books by the authors of color are on broader...
Leadership Goalsetting over the years
Do you have a goal setting routine? Back in 2003, I pulled together what I'd learned from about 20 years of learning goalsetting and created a system I call "Magnet Goals." In short, it's three steps: Create your List of 100 Write the History of the Future Map out...