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22 years ago businesses prepared for a worst case scenario; outdated computer software freezing, leading to a power grid failure...

" Each social sector institution exists to make a distinctive difference in the lives of individuals and society . Making this difference is the mission - the organization's purpose and very reason for being." -Peter Drucker Don't confuse mission with what you do? Mission is the Why you do what you do. Not the how you do it. Your mission should be clear, and transformational. Every board member, volunteer and staff should be able to clearly understand and state the missio

photo by Joel Muniz - unsplash Nonprofits used to say, “ We don’t pay volunteers, so we cannot make demands upon them.” Now they are more...

The best plan is only good intentions unless it degenerates into work. - Peter Drucker Effective plans require commitment. Effective...

Here's to listening to God, Wes Legg Coach & Facilitator

Responsibility A detachable burden easily shifted to the shoulders of God, Fate, Fortune, Luck or one’s neighbor. In the days of...

Change happens…some adapt and some don’t. Gutenberg’s printing press ushered in the Age of Enlightenment. His invention improved ...

All too often leaders underestimate the impact of alignment at the top and the damage caused by small gaps among members of the executive team.” – Patrick Lencioni The Problem: Leading without alignment & clarity creates confusion. New leaders do not have the same history and perspective as long-time leaders. Leaders in operational areas have different perspective than administrative leaders. Volunteers and staff hear different messages, creating confusion. Lack of alignment

Why do nonprofits under-invest in themselves? Are you investing in overhead from a scarcity or abundance mindset? Wes Legg Coach &...