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There's Still Time to go BIG! BIG - Bold Impact for Good programs create real impact and change in the nonprofit sector by providing space and support for brave, productive conversations and community. You can still sign up for one of these offerings: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR CIRCLE Being a nonprofit Executive Director (ED) can feel like an impossible job. Get one-on-one support with proven solutions in this workshop to make it all more bearable. We’ll cover topics such as dealing with difficult board members, minimizing burn out, and more, all to help EDs be less overwhelmed, more strategic, and shorten their to-do lists. CULTIVATING BOARDS WITH SHARED LEADERSHIP If old nonprofit board models aren’t working, why do we keep using them? Learn a new way of governing by exploring shared leadership models in this workshop. More: https://lnkd.in/dyA3mfPC

Equity In The Center, on whose board I serve, is offering some inspired programming this quarter which may interest you and your teams! 1. Moving Towards Work: Senior Leaders Lever Tool. Apply for the Senior Leaders Community of Practice (SLCoP) by completing the form at the bottom of this page & Register for EiC' 4/17, 3:30-4:30p ET Senior Leaders Office Hours Session to get questions answered about the program 2. Learn more about the new Practitioners Community of Practice (PCoP). Apply now! Submissions due on 5/6. You can Register for EiC's 4/23, 3-4p ET Practitioners Office Hours Session to get questions answered about the program for institutional and solo race equity practitioners. 3. Complete EiC's short Interest Formand someone from EIC will follow up about programs and partnerships: https://lnkd.in/gqnUBCCy,

In this season of giving, I want to give thanks to all of you who helped make our book launch for the Culturally Conscious Board so successful. Russell W. West, Ph.D. and I have learned so much in this process and have been humbled by the response. And now as we head into the New Year, I want to ask four things from this network: 1) Russell W. West, Ph.D. and I are seeking consulting opportunities with nonprofit boards to build on the principles in our book.  If you serve on a board that wants to invest in its leadership development for 2025, please message me, as we are putting together our calendar for the coming year. We have a particular heart for all things related to higher education and international development. And if there is an opportunity to keynote at your event, we would love to be considered. Email us at [email protected]. 2) My particular strength is in convening conversations that contribute to the common good through trust-based solutions. If there is a question your organization is seeking to address and you need to bring together other collaborative minds, but don't have the time or people to host such a gathering, this is what I love to do. Please email me at [email protected]. 3) If you read our book, please write a review. We've learned those are super important and you can do that here: https://lnkd.in/efeeFYNp 4) If you're thinking of a holiday gift that will help strengthen organizations and nonprofits you serve on, please consider our book - https://lnkd.in/eiM6xeye Thank you and have a joyous holiday season, as you seek to bring good into our world. #leadership #governance #boards #governancematters #boardsmatter #boardleadership #culturallyconsciousboards

Here’s a LinkedIn post that highlights what’s in your “Conscious Leadership Elevator” newsletter, keeping it compelling and easy to read: 🚀 Conscious Leadership Elevator is LIVE! 🚀 This issue is packed with bold insights to elevate your leadership and amplify your social impact. Here’s what’s inside: 👉 Curiosity in Conscious Leadership Can Backfire—Unless You Do This Curiosity is often seen as a leader’s superpower, but what if it’s actually holding you back? We explore the hidden risks of curiosity and share a game-changing strategy that transforms it into your most powerful tool for conscious leadership. 👉 Growing with Purpose: 10 Strategies to Weave Social Solutions into Your Business DNA Are you holding off on making a social impact until you're profitable? Think again. We break down how integrating purpose into your business from the start can actually fuel growth. Plus, I’m thrilled to feature Melissa Kaye, founder of @Elev8 Villages who is creating life-changing opportunities for emancipated foster youth. Her story will inspire you to take action! 💡 This newsletter is all about giving you the strategies, inspiration, and insights to lead with impact—because waiting for 'someday' is no longer an option- but you all know that! Dive in and subscribe to the YouMeWe Infusion for even more inspiring stories and practical tools to accelerate your conscious leadership, amplify your authentic voice, and accelerate your sustainable social impact. https://lnkd.in/g7U-6eEE 💬 Drop a comment or DM me if you want to explore how to ride your next leadership wave! 🌊 #ConsciousLeadership #SocialImpact #YouMeWeAmplified #LeadershipDevelopment #PurposeDrivenBusiness https://lnkd.in/gA6H6zJh

As we approach the end of the year, it’s the perfect time to revisit and refresh your strategic plan for 2025. A strategic plan isn’t meant to sit on a shelf—it should guide your work, align your team, and help you drive impact. This week’s Ethica Insights blog dives into how nonprofits can evaluate 2024, adjust their priorities, and ensure their plan becomes a roadmap for success. #StrategicPlanning #NonprofitLeadership #MissionDrivenLeadership #EthicaInsights

Can we take a moment (or two or twelve) and make space for a collective breath? Overwhelm is everywhere. Uncertainty is unprecedented. Making it EVER more IMPORTANT for us to… Breathe + Connect Here’s a link to a breathing practice on our YouTube channel - ▶ https://lnkd.in/gcqRwEjC In this together, 💙 + ⚡ ⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡ 👋 We are Planning School. We’re reimagining strategic planning for the purpose-driven businesses, nonprofits, and public servants who are creating a sustainable + interconnected future. FOLLOW for lessons in #leadership, #strategy, and #being. 💙 You don’t have to struggle to do good in this world. 💙 #strategicplanning #holisticleadership #leadershipdevelopment #leadingchange #changemanagement #changemakers #climateaction #socialjustice #gotoplanningschool

We hosted the first #RemarkableWomen2024 virtual meetup today - it was incredible to get back together with some of the many women I connected with in LA last week. As we talked about what we wanted out of our monthly gatherings, I noticed a few things I thought were valuable: + We want to learn from one another. One leader mentioned her work was #intergenerational - and this stood out to me. Our cohort featured women from their 20s to their 80s and we're all there to connect and learn. + We want to encourage one another. From celebrating wins like a license plate campaign and running the Boston marathon, we love to cheer each other on. + Relationships can spark with a short, intensive experience - but it takes intentional time to feed the flame. Don't underestimate the power of a company culture day or retreat... but always provide avenues to continue what you've started. If you're leading a group of people (for-profit, non-profit, leadership cohort, volunteers, you name it) - they are probably looking for these things... because they all serve to build trust, grow people, and ultimately, impact others for good. Build space for retreats, encouragement, and peer-to-peer learning.

It’s time to dust off your strategic plan and prepare for 2025! As the year wraps up, nonprofits have a unique opportunity to reflect, refocus, and set the stage for success in 2025. A strong strategic plan isn’t just a document—it’s a tool to align your team, drive impact, and keep your mission front and center. In this week’s Ethica Insights blog, we explore: ➡️ How to evaluate your progress and lessons from 2024 ➡️ Ways to adjust your plan for evolving priorities and opportunities ➡️ Tips to engage your team and make the plan actionable and impactful 💡 Ready to refresh your plan and align your team around shared goals? Dive into the blog for practical strategies: https://lnkd.in/ge_FCSSB Let’s create a roadmap for greater impact in 2025! #StrategicPlanning #NonprofitLeadership #MissionDrivenLeadership #TeamEngagement #EthicaInsights

In these challenging times, every nonprofit needs to sharpen their case to tell their story with as much clarity, vision, impact and “electric shivers” as possible. I highly recommend Campbell & Company’s resources to take a new look at your case. https://lnkd.in/gW3eAyQY

Polarization is everywhere we look. Increasingly, these polarized conversations are spilling over into the workplace. That makes learning how to navigate difficult workplace conversations more critical than ever. The Aspen Institute’s Citizenship and American Identity Program's Better Arguments Project offers essential resources to help managers and leaders engage in productive dialogues. By embracing the principles of listening, storytelling, and respect, the Better Arguments Project empowers team members, managers, leaders, and others to foster a workplace of understanding and collaboration. Learning to have difficult conversations can transform into opportunities for growth and unity. Enhance your leadership skills and build a more cohesive team. Learn more about our approach and get resources here: https://lnkd.in/gMiSAu8r #Leadership #BetterArguments #WorkplaceCulture #AspenInstitute #TeamBuilding #EffectiveCommunication