8 Resources for New Foundation CEOs
My previous blog post shared 5 mistakes to avoid if you are a new foundation CEO and new to philanthropy. One mistake is not being
February 11, 2015
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Practical Tips for Philanthropists
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Are You A New Foundation CEO? Don’t Make These 5 Mistakes!
I’ve worked with many new foundation CEOs, some of whom are not only new to their role, but new to philanthropy. If you find yourself
February 10, 2015
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5 Grantmaking Mistakes to Avoid
If your “to-do” list includes “increase the impact of our giving” read on! Below are five grantmaking mistakes you should avoid. 1) Jumping on
February 2, 2015
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Q1: The Key to Your Best Year Ever
I’ve spoken with dozens of philanthropy leaders in the first three weeks of 2015. Most entered the New Year running out the gate and are
January 27, 2015
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Step Over Inert Bodies
“It takes awhile before you can step over inert bodies and go ahead with what you were trying to do.” I first read this quote
January 20, 2015
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Do You Have a Poverty or Abundance Mentality?
I’ve spoken with thousands of foundation leaders over the past 15 years, and I’ve found that one thing that holds many back from achieving the
January 13, 2015
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5 Questions to Improve Your Philanthropic Giving in 2015
Ready or not, 2015 is here! If you want to achieve dramatic results this year (and who doesn’t?) ask yourself these 5 questions: What can
January 5, 2015
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1 Mistake Family Foundations Should Avoid
A new, large family foundation is about to hire its first executive. The foundation board thinks “any manager”, a bank executive, or a business consultant
December 24, 2014
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Clarity Trumps Strategy
I’m a highly organized person, and can spend endless hours creating strategies, with corresponding tactics, timelines and to-do lists. But in my experience, one thing
December 18, 2014
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The Value of Appreciating, and Letting Go, of Your Past
I recently gave away my kitchen table to my stepson. My motives were part altruistic (he needed one) and part selfish (great excuse to buy
December 9, 2014
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Does Your Grantmaking Initiative Take Initiative?
You’re designing a new philanthropic initiative and you expect results quickly. Which adjectives would you rather described your team? Option 1: Get up and go
December 9, 2014
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4 Stepparenting Lessons for Grantmakers
I’m a stepparent and a stepchild. Apparently I am not alone. A staggering 42% of U.S. adults have a steprelationship–either a stepparent, a step or half
December 4, 2014
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