The Leadership Secret Hidden in a Two-Thousand-Year-Old Story In my last newsletter I asked you a question: Are you a Martha? I shared the familiar story of two sisters — one rushing around tending to a houseful of guests, the other sitting quietly at the feet of Jesus. I gave you some practical strategies for escaping the trap of busyness. Today I want to flip the lens. Instead of examining what Martha did wrong, let’s look at what Mary did right — and what it means for you as a leader. The...

The Syndrome that is Silently Burning Out Nonprofit Leaders. NEWSLETTER FEATURE | LEADERSHIP INSIGHTS FROM SECOND WIND In my first years as an Executive Director, I was drowning. Not in apathy but in activity. I was the leader, the visionary, the manager, and — let's be honest — the chief cook and bottle washer. In small to mid-sized nonprofits, the Executive Director isn't just setting strategy. He/She is also doing all the things that fall through the cracks when you don't yet have the...

Your Values Matter! I had no idea that one of my values was the reason why my daughter and I were having such a terrible disagreement. Watch this video to learn more and come to my FREE workshop on Values Clarification - it will help you!!! Discover Your Core Values & Transform Your Life | Free Values Clarification Workshop Ready to unlock clarity and purpose in your life? Join this powerful free workshop where you'll discover your authentic core values and learn how to align your decisions,...