Culture

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

Number One or Two—Or Not at All

Experienced leaders understand that if an organization cannot be number one or two in its “market” then it should evolve elsewhere. A nonprofit should be one of the leading organizations in its define

Mission Statements Reinforce Organizational Values

Sometimes people roll their eyes at mission statements and strategic rollout events with slogans and banners. It’s possible to overdo it, but it’s also important to reinforce and repeat fundamental or