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Leadership’s Biggest Perk—Giving Others a Boost

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Encouraging a colleague to shoot for that sought-after certification, offering advice on an important project, or simply inspiring the confidence to see future potential, are the less visible activities that make leadership meaningful. Most CEOs are lucky enough to have a mentor or two in their past.

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Raise the Board’s Financial IQ

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To adequately fulfill the three duties of a nonprofit board member —Care, Loyalty, and Obedience—a solid understanding of the organization’s financial activities is needed. And, in the current volatile environment, you need the best governance you can get. The treasurer and the finance committee also have important roles to play.

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Want To Be a Leader? Get to Know Yourself

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And, without self-awareness, it’s impossible to be a role model for others. i nternal self-awareness , represents how clearly we see our own values, passions, aspirations, fit with our environment, reactions (including thoughts, feelings, behaviors, strengths, and weaknesses), and impact on others. Career coaches and mentors are great.

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Investing in Growth: Leaders’ Professional Development Plans

The NonProfit Times

Nonprofit leaders need to commit to a mindset of continuous learning and professional development to remain relevant and effective in their current roles. Taking On The Role Of Mentor Mentorship and coaching relationships provide guidance to leaders seeking personalized professional development.

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Teacher Well-Being: Beyond Yoga and Pizza Parties

sgEngage

Some provide mindfulness training, group activities, and employee assistance programs. Leaders play a critical role in fostering trust and collaboration with and among faculty and staff. So, why do they feel the grass is greener in another role? That culture of belonging is critical in education for students, faculty, and staff.

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How To Build Immunity To Burnout In The Workplace

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Workers with specific EI skills know how to successfully cope with stressful work environments and experiences. They actively seek out stretch opportunities they know will be challenging—or even very difficult They value challenges and find them energizing rather than draining. So, what did these resilient role models have in common?

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Mastering Nonprofit Board Recruitment: A Strategic Guide for Executive Directors

Bloomerang

Once you know what you need, craft clear board role descriptions that resonate and attract. Describe not just the roles but the impact these roles have. Reach out to colleagues, friends, mentors, and professional acquaintances—anyone you know who may have connections or recommendations for prospective board members.