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Bad News is Good News Revisited

Bad News is Good News Revisited

Last week I shared the idea that bad news can be good news within your organization. Let’s look more closely at what that means. My full saying (my Morganism) is: Good news is no news. No news is bad

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Book It and Ship It

Book It and Ship It

Last week I looked at the cost of perfect information. Most people over-analyze challenges and opportunities, trying to uncover the “perfect” information that they think will reveal the best choice. I

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The Rule of Three For Hiring

The Rule of Three For Hiring

When I worked in business management I developed a “Rule of Three” for success in hiring new staff. I’ve found that it’s just as effective for nonprofits. Here’s how it works…. It should be a priority

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The Cost of Perfect Information

The Cost of Perfect Information

I’ve talked before about the importance of making timely decisions. Of course, making good decisions, timed right, is a tough challenge for every manager. But most people over-analyze opportunities, t

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A Values-Based Culture

A Values-Based Culture

The role of leadership is to build a strong organizational culture based on a nonprofit’s mission, vision, and values. An exceptional culture will attract great employees and volunteers, board members

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