Tag Archives: strategic planning
Technical Assistance: Are You Ready for Adaptive Planning?
March 1, 2016You can’t go anywhere in the nonprofit sector these days without hearing people talk about how quickly the world around us is changing — and it’s true that the economy, philanthropic priorities, politics, and technology are all shifting right now. … Continue reading
Free Press: Listen to People Who Care
February 24, 2016News Voices: New Jersey connects journalists with engaged members of their communities When I was a reporter, I would sometimes find myself asking: How do I make people care? Journalists often ask this question, especially when they’re tasked with … Continue reading
Where Does an 800-pound Gorilla Walk?
February 2, 2016Anywhere It Wants To. Quick, before you do anything else: watch this 90-second video and follow the instructions (Don’t scroll down!): OK…so, did you see a gorilla? It turns out that half of the people who watch that video don’t … Continue reading
Board Leadership: Strategic Planning — It’s Not a Sprint
January 7, 2015What’s the most common phone call that consultants get from nonprofits? “We’re doing a strategic plan and we’re having our retreat on such-and-such a date. Can you help us?” This call usually indicates that the organization is hoping to sprint … Continue reading
The Best Way To Make Sure You Actually Implement Your Strategic Plan
January 8, 2014Follow Mary Poppins’ Advice… Is there a strategic plan in the bottom of your desk drawer, taking up space and chastising you every time you look into that dark corner? Don’t be ashamed – you’re not alone. But in the … Continue reading
Does Structure Inspire Creativity?
January 7, 2013In strategic planning, it just might… When we hear the word creativity, we often envision a wild, unfettered environment in which great ideas seem to pop up effortlessly. It brings to mind artists being suddenly struck by inspiration and spending … Continue reading