February 5, 2025|Board Mentorship, Ethical behaviour, Fundraising, Improved Governance, Strategic Alignment
I have worked as a staff member and consultant in non-profits and charitable organizations for over 35 years. Like me, I suspect many of you have had at least one experience with a leader on the board or senior staff who caused chaos within the organization. Dysfunctional leadership often leads to low morale, confusion, a lack of strategic direction, closed-mindedness, inadequate collaboration, disparity, poor fundraising outcomes, staff turnover, and more.
The current political climate, with an American president who thrives in chaos and has afflicted his whims on my country, Canada, reminded me of my experiences with leaders in the non-profit world. I empathize with my American colleagues in non-profits experiencing this chaos, compounded by the uncertainty of federal funding. I am glad they are increasingly speaking out and showing up to express displeasure with his antics. A first step in seeking order at the macro level. Read More