Planning

Don’t Be Afraid to Have a Plan B

I like to remind people of what I call “The Cost of Perfect Information.” Time is wasted and opportunities are lost when people become fixated on having perfect information, rather than appreciating t

When Collaborating, Look for Complementary Strengths

I want to continue on the theme of collaboration. Last week I looked at the importance of helping partners succeed. But how do you choose an organization to collaborate with? Collaborations work best

Nonprofits and the Uncertainty of Government Funding

The recent pause on federal grants by the Trump administration was a shock to the nonprofit sector. The incident put a spotlight on how important federal funding is to nonprofits, and how ill-equipped

The Bridges Model of Change

This week’s election was emotionally challenging for everyone, no matter which candidates or positions you were supporting. The outcome for some has been positive. For others it has been unsettling, i

Decisions Create Momentum

A decision accomplishes nothing except creating momentum in a particular direction. Deciding to get married, for example, does not create a long and happy marriage — it just sets the possibility in mo

The Rule of Three For Planning

I recently read an article about Jim Collins’ advice to managers. Collins is the author of several management books, including “Good to Great and the Social Sectors.” One of his sayings is, “If you ha