10 Steps to Rapid Strategy Implementation
Most funders fail at this. Are you one of them? About a year ago I decided to publish another book. I went so far as
March 18, 2019
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Practical Tips for Philanthropists
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Your Strategic Plan is About to Fail
Strategy most often fails in implementation. With all the effort that went into developing your new strategy and writing your strategic plan, the hardest part
March 5, 2019
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8 Mistakes To Avoid When Starting Out In Philanthropy
How new foundation trustees can have lasting and effective success. Whether you are launching a new foundation, refreshing your giving strategy, or are a new
February 26, 2019
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You Need A Strategic Catapult (And I’ll Tell You Why)
Stop endless planning and catapult yourself to your desired future. The term “strategic planning” is an oxymoron. Formulating your strategy equates to determining your desired future state—for
February 12, 2019
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What’s Your ‘Secret Weapon’ In Philanthropy?
Free yourself from the daily grind and support your best work. Keeping up with board meetings, grant applications, new partnerships, changes in technology and more
January 29, 2019
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How To Pick Up The Pace And Have Greater Impact In Philanthropy
Every delay in our approach to philanthropy delays our ability to change lives and make an impact. When it comes to your philanthropy, do you
January 14, 2019
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Ten Most Read Articles of 2018
Below are my 10 most read, shared, and commented upon articles from 2018 on Forbes.com and in my Confident Giving newsletter in 2018. Many of
January 9, 2019
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No 2019 Goals Yet? No Worries.
At the end of every year a consulting colleague — who I admire and adore — posts about how she takes the last few weeks of each year to
January 2, 2019
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Want To Give Back? Give Up!
Three ways to cede control — and improve your funding results. Most funders — whether institutional or individual — want to give back to society
December 19, 2018
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Bringing The Joy Back To Your Philanthropy
Here are 5 steps you can take to rekindle your love of philanthropy. Renew the spark that set you on this path. When you first
December 10, 2018
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Spread The Spirit Of Meaningful Giving This Holiday Season
Talk about giving with your family to instill philanthropic traditions. The holidays tend to ignite the spirit of giving in all of us. As your
November 27, 2018
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How To Make Your Funder Collaboration A Success
4 best practices for effectively partnering with other funders Philanthropists often expect nonprofits to collaborate, but they less frequently turn that expectation on themselves. Yet
November 12, 2018
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