Culture

A nonprofit manager listens as a staff member works through a planning document

Excellent Managers are not Born

Excellent managers develop by learning to understand their environment, make timely decisions, collaborate ethically, and build structures grounded in respect and trust.

The World on Fire

The world is facing an extraordinary wildfire season. Here are three nonprofits supporting the wildland and volunteer firefighters protecting our communities.

On Independence Day, Reflecting on the Statue of Liberty

Next week, on July 4, Americans will celebrate our 250th anniversary as a nation. 40 years ago, approaching Independence Day, I sent a letter to the staff of Applied Materials,

Caring Shows Up in the Work

A recent blog post by Dr. Arin N. Reeves, “The Complexity of Empathy,” got my team talking about the concept of empathy in the context of good management.

Your People’s Passion Is Your Greatest Asset

People who work at nonprofits don’t just show up for a paycheck. They show up because they believe in the work. That shared sense of purpose is a genuine competitive advantage.

Applied Wisdom Comes to Chicago's West Side

LaShone Kelly organized a half-day leadership workshop for fifteen high school students, demonstrating a novel application of Applied Wisdom principles.