Finding mission clarity in fuzzy metrics
Some would say I drew the short straw when assigned the session on selecting and tracking performance metrics. And it’s true, sort of. Looking… Read More »Finding mission clarity in fuzzy metrics
Generosity in quotes: Reid Trulson
“We face a challenge. About a third of today’s world population identifies as Christian, but that percentage was the same in 1900. We send many… Read More »Generosity in quotes: Reid Trulson
Winners don’t tell fad stories
When times are tough, as is the lot of many nonprofits, it’s tempting to chase the next best management theory, fundraising strategy, or planning model.… Read More »Winners don’t tell fad stories
Generosity in quotes: R. J. Palacio
“Kinder than is necessary,” he repeated. “What a marvelous line, isn’t it? Kinder than is necessary. Because it’s not enough to be kind. One should… Read More »Generosity in quotes: R. J. Palacio
Taking criticism like a leader
During my short stint as vice president of advancement at a Christian college (one of those ego over good sense moments for me) I was… Read More »Taking criticism like a leader
Generosity in quotes: Charles Haddon Spurgeon
“Maturity in grace makes us willing to part with worldly possessions. The green apple needs a sharp twist to separate it from the bough, but… Read More »Generosity in quotes: Charles Haddon Spurgeon
If it’s not broken, fix it anyway.
Change doesn’t come easy, even in the direst of organizational circumstances. We humans are expert at denying the obvious. Never mind that the ship is… Read More »If it’s not broken, fix it anyway.
Generosity in quotes: Jennifer McCrea and Jeffrey Walker
“True generosity is generosity that sets the stage for personal transformation for everyone involved — the donor or philanthropist as well as the recipient or… Read More »Generosity in quotes: Jennifer McCrea and Jeffrey Walker
Mice, life, and if the Lord wills
In the midst of preparing for a planning retreat with a seminary board, Mother Nature provided me with a real-time object lesson in the importance… Read More »Mice, life, and if the Lord wills
Generosity in quotes: Cameron B. R. Howard
” . . . how we make money is as important as how we spend it. If we give generously to the church but exploit… Read More »Generosity in quotes: Cameron B. R. Howard