The Leadership Model of Philanthropy
Focus, flexibility, and fortitude—the three pillars of philanthropic organizations looking to create systemic change.
Leadership - Articles
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The New Prize: Long-term Training and Engagement
Prize and challenge designers are focusing on training future social innovators and creating communities of engaged problem solvers.
Strategic Networking and Effective Leadership
Why strategic networking matters, and three ways to encourage new managers and other emerging leaders to do it.
Community Development Needs a Quarterback
We need to take a new, more holistic approach to creating economic opportunity.
Boosting Nonprofit Board Performance Where It Counts
Five recommendations for onboarding a new executive director.
Leading Against the Odds
The best social change leaders take risks when they need to, but they know better than to sacrifice themselves for the cause.
The Uncomfortable Truth About Talent Development
The toughest part of building a talent-rich organization is letting go of low performers—but it’s critical.
Looking to Nature for Social Innovation
Tapping into latent knowledge within and around us can spark ideas and inspiration for solving social issues.
Four Reasons to Champion Leadership Development
A behind-the-scenes look at the American Express Leadership Academy.
Moving Ideas to the Mainstream
Three steps to changing societal norms to create massive scale.