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What the Vietnam War and the Stockdale Paradox Can Teach Us About How to Face 2022

The MatrixFiles

Rallying my team and reminding them that we can, and will, prevail in the end, over this pandemic. Reminding myself and my team that we will come out stronger as a company and as a community. Keeping my team and my family focused on what we CAN control : our work, our attitudes, our routines. Here’s the video from Jim Collins.

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Building A Nonprofit Leadership Team That Works

TechImpact

On top of all that, depending on the size of your nonprofit, you’re responsible for assembling a leadership team. The reason is, those with the qualifications to constitute their position on a leadership team bring a wealth of experience, ideas, talent, and sometimes a little bit of an ego to the table as well.

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How To Optimize Talent To Lead A Dream Team

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Why do some teams succeed while others stumble? In The Science of Dream Teams: How Talent Optimization Can Drive Engagement, Productivity, and Happiness , author Mike Zani introduces the science of “ talent optimization ,” a new discipline that’s a far more reliable way to manage your employees than your gut instincts.

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How To Help Your Team To Stop Drowning In Work

Eric Jacobsen Blog

In Nick Sonnenberg’s new book, Come Up For Air , (available February 7, 2023), you’ll learn about his CPR Business Efficiency Framework , which stands for: C ommunication P lanning R esources This framework focuses on eliminating the pain points most teams experience by optimizing these three operation areas foundational to every organization. “In

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Broken Crayons: What Happens When Nonprofit Leadership Fails Fundraisers of Color

Bloomerang

We knew when we showed up on day one as the new Chief Development Officer at your impactful nonprofit, leadership would be behind us. The job description clearly stated that nonprofit leadership values all employees and the unique contributions they bring to the organization. . Each of us is accomplished in our own right.

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What Dogs Teach Us About Leadership

Eric Jacobsen Blog

households with at least one dog according to ASPCA, many of us don't have to go far to learn about leadership. That's because, according to co-authors Krissi and Dan Barr , dogs can teach humans a lot about leadership. Leaders and companies can also invest in team development, delegate more and involve others in key decisions.

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Strategies For Solving Your Toughest Leadership Problems

Eric Jacobsen Blog

If you struggle with these paradoxes: How can I express my individuality and be a team player? It will teach you how to navigate these types of paradoxes more effectively. How do I balance work and life? How can I take care of myself while supporting others? How can I manage the core business while innovating for the future?

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