Chamlee McGuire’s Post

In the nonprofit world/movement, we often face unique challenges that corporate environments don't always encounter. One of these is navigating conversations with team members who aren't meeting expectations, all while staying aligned with our mission and values. This HBR article offers practical advice on handling these tough but necessary discussions and is a valuable read for anyone in our sector grappling with similar issues. #teammanagement #difficultconversations #nonprofit

I think a lot about leadership. Like, a lot 😊 And, the modern #nonprofit leader is not a solitary figure who leads from the front. They are a facilitator, a weaver, a listener and a coach. They must create the *conditions* for their team in order to solve the world’s most challenging social problems. Read more of my thoughts in the NonProfit PRO article, "How to Stop Choosing the Wrong People to Lead" ... and let me know what you think! 👇🏽👇🏽 🌟 Read article: https://lnkd.in/ggaRedaf __________ #nonprofits #leadership #pychologicalsafety

Taking a “People First” approach is something that great leaders do well. Learn more about how hiring right, firing fast and retaining well can transform your #nonprofit or #socent https://loom.ly/t7NaXkg PLUS check out our nonprofit talent checklist https://loom.ly/4OWaw3s

Disengaged Board Members? Tolerate it NO More! Do you have board members that blow off meetings? Don’t make a personal donation? Are nowhere to be found to help organize events? Say they’re “just volunteers” or “too busy” to participate. Believe that the ED and staff are getting paid so they should do all the work? Well, if we had the courage, here’s what we’d like to say to the slackers on our boards: “Your absence and lack of involvement are completely unacceptable and are a liability and disgrace to this board. If you cannot commit to full participation immediately, you need to resign." If you can relate to this, read the following article. I GUARANTEE it will be the most practical and comprehensive step-by-step process on how to engage your board and build a culture of "work" and involvement that you've ever read. https://lnkd.in/gZ6J4Q_7

In this Season, Agencies, Corporations and the Non-Profit Community is still trying to recovery from the pandemic and the many challenges our Workplace suffered during that period. But let's be honest, many of our Coporate Workplace Cultures were damaged prior to 2020. As we wrap up the end of 1st Quarter for the calendar year, have you made any commitments to develop, lead, train, empower, equip and/or educate any of your Leadership or Staff in your companies. If not, please do. What type of Corporate Workplace Culture do you dream about? Have you documented it, shared the vision with anyone and more importantly come up with a Leadership and Development plan for those involved with moving the Culture forward on a regular basis. If not, let's get started! Carry on.

You ever read a Brene Brown book and think, “wow! I have learned so much from this!”. And then you read another book and learn a bunch more new information. And then another. And then at some point you’re overwhelmed about everything you already learned and everything that’s probably hiding in the books you haven’t read yet and need some help pulling it all together? Every conversation I’ve ever had with Whitney has been a masterclass in pulling it all together and coming up with a plan to implement management best practices. I’d really recommend this to anyone who has a very new management team looking to develop them, any organizations dealing with a lot of turnover, any organizations that have been around for a long time without an HR or management strategy overhaul, or struggling to recruit new talent. Check it out 😊 https://lnkd.in/g4pnTEMp

Directors of Development are under immense pressure to meet often unrealistic fundraising goals, leading to high turnover rates in the nonprofit sector. Challenges such as disengaged board members and lack of strategic planning exacerbate the situation. It's time for a reevaluation of these expectations and a commitment to supporting our fundraising professionals. #NonprofitChallenges #FundraisingPressure #SupportNonprofits

Giving and receiving feedback is an essential part of most roles – whether for professional development, to drive forward a project or to make a process more efficient.   Feedback isn’t only a key way to improve performance. Done well, it can help to: Build trust  Make people feel valued  Create an open and honest culture  Manage expectations Here are some ideas to help you give constructive feedback that leaves everyone feeling positive. #feedback #pd #professionaldevelopment https://lnkd.in/gQjRrZMR

Leaders often grapple with the ongoing challenge of aligning everyone in the organisation with the strategic goals and addressing burnout resulting from the constant juggling of daily tasks. If this resonates with you, circle the date on your calendar for our September Workshop: 'Keeping Your Strategy Alive & Your Team Revived.' Trudy MacDonald, known for her impactful advice, will share insights and practical tools to help leaders shake things up in their teams. It's not just about pointing out the issues – our aim is to load you up with practical tools for nailing those strategic wins. Hear more from Trudy here: https://ow.ly/W6ET50PFJTH Thursday, September 7th 9:30 am - 1:00pm (AEST) Fishburners, Wynyard Book your ticket here: https://ow.ly/4hHr50PFJTI #npaleadership #strategy #accountability #workshop

The importance of cultivating the right organisational culture cannot be overstated for high-performing organisations. Irrespective of your industry, organisation size, or role, every company possesses untapped potential. Realise this potential by leveraging your existing strengths. Our strengths-based culture has yielded significant benefits for numerous organisations and their employees. Whether you are a local family-owned business or a market-leading corporation in your industry, a strengths-based culture can work for you. We offer flexible options for working with us based on your specific needs: -      Leave it to us: Our team of experienced consultants and subject matter experts can customise strengths-based, performance-oriented, and engagement-focused solutions to align with your organisation's requirements. -      Collaborate with us: We can assist you in defining your organizational goals and provide the necessary resources and tools to guide you towards success using the employee journey map as the compass. -      Start on your own: If you prefer a self-guided approach, our online course on CliftonStrengths is a great way to explore the subject. In any case, the best place to start is with the manager. Good managers help organisations succeed, while poor managers act as a barrier to success. Talk to us about working with your managers and ensuring they know how to use their strengths to make their teams succeed. https://lnkd.in/d47RT3b9 #culture #team #strengths #company