Culture

You are Never too Young to Lead

I’ve often noted that one of the most valuable experiences a young, ambitious person can have is to work for excellent managers. And the reverse can be equally true: one of the most valuable experienc

Your Say/Do Ratio

Regular readers of my newsletter and my books know that my cornerstone saying and belief is that respecting and trusting your people is the foundation of all good management. The character of your org

Transforming How DEI is Framed

This week I saw an interesting post examining the evolving challenges facing Chief Diversity Officers (CDOs) as we enter February’s Black History Month. CDOs are encountering skepticism about the effe

DEI and Fundamental Management Practices

Well-managed organizations foster diversity, equity and inclusion. It doesn’t have to be a part of a separate DEI effort: It can be most effective when it’s built into the management initiatives that

Revisiting DEI in Turbulent Times

Recent events have caused some people to question the value of DEI — diversity, equity and inclusion. My fundamental belief in the value of DEI to the nonprofit community has not wavered. DEI isn’t ju

The Larger Goal of Doing Good

Success and financial independence are tremendous motivators in life. But as we celebrate the holidays, I like to remind my friends and colleagues that you can do well and at the same time pursue the