October marks the eighth consecutive month of celebrating our 10-year anniversary by making donations of $100, each, to 10 nonprofits. This 10x100 Campaign has been our way of giving back to a world that has given so much to us. This month, we're donating $100 to Sandy Hook Promise and sharing this Q&A with the organization's co-founders, Nicole Hockley and Mark Barden. **Trigger warning: this content contains references to themes of violence and mental health issues which some individuals may find distressing.**
If you’ve been following along in this section of CEE News this year, you’ll know that we’ve been marking our 10-year anniversary with something that we’re calling a 10×100 Campaign. We wanted to give something back to the world that has given so much to us, so we’ve decided to donate $100, each, to 10 nonprofits throughout the year. This month, we’re giving $100 to Dwell with Dignity, and sharing this Q&A with the organization’s Executive Director, Ashley Sharp.
It’s budget season for organizations on a calendar-based fiscal year. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or first-time budget manager, submitting a budget for approval during times of economic uncertainty can be a confidence shaker. Being a budget manager isn't just about creating a wish list and bracing for a 30% cut. It's about being a strategic thinker and a persuasive communicator. These five questions will help you win the hearts of senior leaders and get your budget approved, even during fiscally fickle times.
If you’ve been following along in this section of CEE News this year, you’ll know that we’ve been marking our 10-year anniversary with something that we’re calling a 10x100 Campaign. We wanted to give something back to the world that has given so much to us, so we’ve decided to donate $100, each, to 10 nonprofits throughout the year. This month, we’re giving $100 to Crisis Text Line, and sharing this Q&A with CTL’s CEO Dena Trujillo. **Trigger warning: this content contains references to themes of mental health issues, including suicide, which some individuals may find distressing.**
Greetings from Amsterdam! I’m kicking off a two-week vacation in a city that effortlessly merges history with innovation, art with technology, and tradition with progress. As I wander through its picturesque canals and vibrant streets, I find myself reflecting on the importance of lifelong learning, especially for leaders. In this fast-paced world, where the boundaries of knowledge are constantly expanding, it is essential for us to stay curious, adaptable, and open-minded. That's why I've curated a collection of five captivating TED Talks that provide insights and inspiration to fuel our growth. I invite you to join me on this virtual journey of discovery and self-improvement. Genieten!
The murder of George Floyd in May of 2020 served as a catalyst for organizations worldwide to confront systemic racism and address the lack of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within their ranks. In the three-plus years since, some of our clients have made real breakthroughs in DEI, while others have fallen victim to their own performative attempts to make changes. Here are five ways we’ve observed leaders move beyond symbolic gestures to gain real traction and create truly inclusive and more powerful workplaces.
A closer look at 10 nonprofits we are supporting this year who are making a huge impact
We’ve been marking our 10-year anniversary with something that we’re calling a 10x100 Campaign. We wanted to give something back to the world that has given so much to us, so we’ve decided to donate $100, each, to 10 nonprofits throughout the year. This month, we’re giving $100 to TERI, Campus of Life, and sharing this Q&A with TERI’s CEO Cheryl Kilmer.
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I’ve had the privilege of coaching both seasoned and emerging leaders alike over the past ten years. Typically, these sessions are scheduled for 90 minutes each every three weeks and can last from three months to three years. In a recent session with a client that I’ve been working with since last summer, we had a lively back-and-forth as he shared his newest ideas for leading his team.
As we wrapped our meeting, I asked, “Have you noticed that the more confidence you’re gaining in yourself as a leader, the more pushback I’m giving you?” He smiled and nodded. “The stronger you grow,” I continued, “the more reluctant people will be to challenge you. Over time, you’ll start to believe that you’re the smartest person in the room. One of the tools that I’ll leave you with when we complete our work together is how to strengthen yourself as a leader by building resistance into your management style.”