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Ep: 121 The Fun Habit With Mike Rucker

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Ep: 121 The Fun Habit With Mike Rucker
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Janice and Margaret talk with Mike Rucker about his new book The Fun Habit. Mike, an author and organizational psychologist, shares the personal stories that inspired him to write this book and explains how focusing on fun (versus the pursuit of happiness) led him to a more fulfilled and happy life.

We explore the importance of fun and ways to bring more of it into your nonprofit work.

You can read an excerpt of Mike’s book on our blog.

Mike challenges listeners to use his Play Model Time Audit Workbook to utilize their time to allow for more fun.

Our free resource this week is our Identifying Your Core Values Tipsheet.

If you haven’t already, please subscribe at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcasts, or Spotify.

If you are enjoying the show, you can help us continue to bring thoughtful content with a one-time contribution. This supports our production costs and keeps the show ad-free. Make a contribution today. When you make a contribution, you will receive unlimited access to some of our most highly-rated online training programs.

Our theme music is “Curiosity” by Polysorbate Eighty.  Composed and produced by Patrick Mather and James Celentano.  Performed by Kristen Bussandri. Copyright 2009 Polysorbate Eighty and Kristen Bussandri.

Ep: 120 Personal Development with the Leadership Deep Dive Team

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Ep: 120 Personal Development with the Leadership Deep Dive Team
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As we begin the new year, we have a special episode with the entire Leadership Deep Dive team. We each share our personal development origin stories and talk about why we are so passionate about doing this work in the nonprofit sector.

It’s important to note that personal development isn’t easy and it can be uncomfortable at times. However, if you want to make changes in the world, you must start with yourself. We urge you to put on your personal development oxygen mask first.

Our challenge to listeners is to embark on a personal development journey with a coach. Take the leap – we are here to catch you. You can reach out to us on our contact page.

If you haven’t already, please subscribe at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcasts, or Spotify.

If you are enjoying the show, you can help us continue to bring thoughtful content with a one-time contribution. This supports our production costs and keeps the show ad-free. Make a contribution today. When you make a contribution, you will receive unlimited access to some of our most highly-rated online training programs.

Our theme music is “Curiosity” by Polysorbate Eighty.  Composed and produced by Patrick Mather and James Celentano.  Performed by Kristen Bussandri. Copyright 2009 Polysorbate Eighty and Kristen Bussandri.

Ep: 119 Advanced Listening for Fundraisers with Mark Vincent

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Ep: 119 Advanced Listening for Fundraisers with Mark Vincent
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The nonprofit sector is constantly changing and staying ahead of the curve is essential. Advanced listening is a skill set you can use daily to help your organization grow.

In this episode, David and Margaret talk with Mark Vincent, founder of the Design Group International.  Mark shares his expertise in advanced listening as well as process consulting.  

Mark challenges listeners to ask two questions when they are having conversations.

1) Is there anything else?

Before you chime in with a reply, ask, “is there anything else?” to ensure the person you are speaking to is finished with their thought, and you have all the information needed to grow the conversation.

2) What do we notice?

Can be asked toward the end of the conversation to help discover any insight you both have about the conversation.

You can read Mark’s full blog on our website here.

You can pick up your copy of Mark’s new book, Listening Helping Learning,  on Amazon here.

Our resource this week is our link to our tipsheet Powerful Ways Leaders Listen.

If you haven’t already, please subscribe at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcasts, or Spotify.

If you are enjoying the show, you can help us continue to bring thoughtful content with a one-time contribution. This supports our production costs and keeps the show ad-free. Make a contribution today. When you make a contribution, you will receive unlimited access to some of our most highly-rated online training programs.

Our theme music is “Curiosity” by Polysorbate Eighty.  Composed and produced by Patrick Mather and James Celentano.  Performed by Kristen Bussandri. Copyright 2009 Polysorbate Eighty and Kristen Bussandri.

Growing Nonprofit Leaders – Holiday Saboteurs

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Growing Nonprofit Leaders – Holiday Saboteurs
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The Holiday season can be a magical time, but it can also be very challenging. 

In this mini-episode, David and Margaret chat about saboteurs that can show up to crash your party during the holiday season. They share tips on what to do when the stress and anxiety get overwhelming. 

If you want to learn more about the Positive Intelligence (PQ Program) please link to our 7-week PQ Coaching program. To learn more about saboteurs, check out our Saboteur Descriptions.

If you need help finding a new perspective, coaching, or support, feel free to contact us. We would love to hear from you.

If you haven’t already, please subscribe at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcasts, or Spotify.

If you are enjoying the show, you can help us continue to bring thoughtful content with a one-time contribution. This supports our production costs and keeps the show ad-free. Make a contribution today.  When you make a contribution, you will receive unlimited access to some of our most highly-rated online training programs.

Our theme music is “Curiosity” by Polysorbate Eighty.  Composed and produced by Patrick Mather and James Celentano.  Performed by Kristen Bussandri. Copyright 2009 Polysorbate Eighty and Kristen Bussandri.

Advanced Listening for Fundraisers

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There are four listening competencies tied to the field of Process Consulting. These competencies are not exclusive to Process Consulting, however. They are essential to any form of rich, two-way, and mutual communication. These listening competencies are, therefore, relevant for anyone who intends to have a meaningful career in raising financial support for a critical mission.

Working with people with the means and intention to be generous, and doing so over time, requires a trusting relationship. Trusting relationships are built on this rich, two-way, and mutual communication. [Read more…]

Growing Nonprofit Leaders – Creating a Culture of Accountability

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Growing Nonprofit Leaders – Creating a Culture of Accountability



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A culture of accountability is critical to keeping donors happy and growing your organization. What happens when deadlines are missed?

In this mini-episode, Janice and Michelle continue their conversation on getting stuff done with a focus on creating a culture of accountability. They share why it is essential, how to create and maintain it, and what to do when deadlines are missed. 

Our call to action is to stay curious and non-judgmental. We can learn valuable lessons from breakdowns and missed deadlines.

If you have yet to hear the previous episode on getting stuff done, you can listen here.

Remember to download your free Tipsheet on Creating a Culture of Accountability.

If you haven’t already, please subscribe at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcasts, or Spotify.

If you are enjoying the show, you can help us continue to bring thoughtful content with a one-time contribution. This supports our production costs and keeps the show ad-free. Make a contribution today.  When you make a contribution, you will receive unlimited access to some of our most highly-rated online training programs.

Our theme music is “Curiosity” by Polysorbate Eighty.  Composed and produced by Patrick Mather and James Celentano.  Performed by Kristen Bussandri. Copyright 2009 Polysorbate Eighty and Kristen Bussandri.

Ep 118: Journaling as a Leadership Practice with Lisa Gruenloh

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Ep 118: Journaling as a Leadership Practice with Lisa Gruenloh



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In this episode, David and Margaret talk with Lisa Gruenloh, Founder and President of Purpose Journey, Inc. Lisa is passionate about journaling. In this conversation, she shares how it not only helps with creativity and innovation, but also unlocks inner wisdom and self-compassion.  

You can read Lisa’s full blog here.

Lisa’s challenge for listeners is to start a daily writing practice in the morning to help start the day on the right track.

Our resource this week is a link to Lisa’s website where you can find writing prompts, techniques, and tools to help you in your writing journey.

If you haven’t already, please subscribe at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcasts, or Spotify.

If you are enjoying the show, you can help us continue to bring thoughtful content with a one-time contribution. This supports our production costs and keeps the show ad-free. Make a contribution today. When you make a contribution, you will receive unlimited access to some of our most highly-rated online training programs.

Our theme music is “Curiosity” by Polysorbate Eighty.  Composed and produced by Patrick Mather and James Celentano.  Performed by Kristen Bussandri. Copyright 2009 Polysorbate Eighty and Kristen Bussandri.

Growing Nonprofit Leaders – The Pleaser Saboteur

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Do you indirectly try to gain acceptance and affection by helping, pleasing, rescuing, or flattering others? Well, you might be suffering from the Pleaser Saboteur. 

In this mini-episode, David and Margaret continue their conversation on Positive Intelligence with the Pleaser Saboteur. They discuss some of the causes and impacts of this Saboteur and what leaders can do to shift away from it. 

Our resource today is an invitation to our PQ Coaching Program.

To learn more about the Pleaser Saboteur, check out our Saboteur Descriptions.

If you haven’t already, please subscribe at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcasts, or Spotify.

If you are enjoying the show, you can help us continue to bring thoughtful content with a one-time contribution. This supports our production costs and keeps the show ad-free. Make a contribution today.  When you make a contribution, you will receive unlimited access to some of our most highly-rated online training programs.

Our theme music is “Curiosity” by Polysorbate Eighty.  Composed and produced by Patrick Mather and James Celentano.  Performed by Kristen Bussandri. Copyright 2009 Polysorbate Eighty and Kristen Bussandri.

Ep 117: Finding your way with Kimberley MacKenzie

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In this episode, Michelle and Janice talk with return guest Kimberley MacKenzie. This conversation echoes many that are currently happening in the nonprofit sector. What happens when we lose our passion for our work? We talk about the importance of values and Kimberley shares a powerful question that helped her regain her passion. 

Kimberley challenges listeners to reflect on their own work to explore whether it currently aligns with their values.

You can read Kimberley’s blog here. And, in case you missed it, you can listen to Kimberley’s past episode Fundraising is a Team Sport: Steps to Influence Change.

Our free resource is the Identifying Your Core Values Tipsheet.

If you haven’t already, please subscribe at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcasts, or Spotify.

If you are enjoying the show, you can help us continue to bring thoughtful content with a one-time contribution. This supports our production costs and keeps the show ad-free. Make a contribution today. When you make a contribution, you will receive unlimited access to some of our most highly-rated online training programs.

Our theme music is “Curiosity” by Polysorbate Eighty.  Composed and produced by Patrick Mather and James Celentano.  Performed by Kristen Bussandri. Copyright 2009 Polysorbate Eighty and Kristen Bussandri.

Growing Nonprofit Leaders – 3 Ways to Get Stuff Done

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When things go unfinished in a workplace, it can create negativity, blame, and shame.  How can leaders help create accountability without judgment?

In this mini-episode, Janice and Michelle discuss three ways leaders can get things done and empower their teams in the process. 

Our challenge this week is to utilize the 3 questions during your next one-on-one or team meeting and see what the impact is.

Remember to download your free 3 Ways to Get S#%_ Done tipsheet.

If you haven’t already, please subscribe at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcasts, or Spotify.

If you are enjoying the show, you can help us continue to bring thoughtful content with a one-time contribution. This supports our production costs and keeps the show ad-free. Make a contribution today.  When you make a contribution, you will receive unlimited access to some of our most highly-rated online training programs.

Our theme music is “Curiosity” by Polysorbate Eighty.  Composed and produced by Patrick Mather and James Celentano.  Performed by Kristen Bussandri. Copyright 2009 Polysorbate Eighty and Kristen Bussandri.