No matter your chosen profession, it seems from early on, we are encouraged to strive for more. To serve in a leadership position. To climb that ladder of success. If you are in one of those leadership roles – or working your way towards one – congratulations! However, if you haven’t already realized it, things […]
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Given the uncertainty with the state of our state, Chicago-based nonprofits are feeling apprehensive and uncertain about the future. Over the past few weeks, our team has fielded many calls from organizations who are, understandably, panicked about how their programs will be impacted by inevitable funding cuts. So here are just a few small tips […]
Read MoreIt’s dark when you drive to work and dark when you drive home. The temperature is hovering around zero (on a good day) and there is snow on the ground. Sad, discarded Christmas trees wait by the side of the road. Yes, it is January in Chicago! Time to put down our collective heads and […]
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As a consultant, my life revolves around preparation and planning. Yet on a daily basis I deal with change. The change a client needs to make when they hire a consultant to help them improve. The change we provide when we study an organization and offer our suggestions. The change a Board of Directors makes after […]
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Happy 2018! The start of a new year comes an opportunity to begin again. Whether you are one who makes resolutions or chooses to ignore the time-honored tradition, January offers us a chance to take stock. Is there something you want to do differently in 2018? Do you have a change you would like to […]
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