Below are my 10 most read, shared, and commented upon articles from 2018 on Forbes.com and in my Confident Giving I hope they help you transform your giving and catapult your impact in 2019.
The Delusional Philanthropist
All too often philanthropists delude themselves about their own effectiveness because they don’t see the myriad ways they are adding needless complexity and complication to their work.
R-E-S-P-E-C-T: Respect In Philanthropy
Are you creating a legacy of respect within your philanthropic organization? Develop a culture of respect that will grow into a hallmark of everything you do.
Leave The Office And Break Out Of Your Bubble
Effective grantmaking rarely happens if grantmakers spend all their time behind their desks. Engage more deeply in learning about the issues you address and the places you serve.
Philanthropy – The Forgotten Investment Asset
In your quest to be a socially conscious change creator, are you overlooking the power of one key asset: your philanthropy?
Why Foundation Strategy Moves Slowly
Just as important as streamlining your foundation is understanding WHY our processes can become bogged down in the first place.
How To Pick Up The Pace And Have Greater Impact In Philanthropy
Why should you change your approach? Because every delay prevents our ability to have an impact.
Creating Champions for Change From Within
How to create stronger champions who will commit to change for the long term.
Are You Driving Your Staff (and Grantees) to Drink?
Is your use of vague terms and confusing philanthropy jargon driving your staff and grantees to drink?
Transact Or Transform: What Kind Of Giver Are You?
Transformational Giving can provide deep and lasting benefits to a community. It also can accrue deeper benefits to donors who recognize that transformational giving can align their philanthropic goals with private investment goals for a more impactful total return.
Bringing The Joy Back To Your Philanthropy
Have you lost sight of the big picture and the reasons you were drawn to philanthropy in the first place? All it takes is a willingness to step outside your office, break with routine and open yourself up to a shift in perspective. You’ll ignite a new vision — or perhaps relight an old one.
