Shared Leadership Thought-Starters
In his book “Better Together,” John Fulwider points out the following: “Nonprofits promote human thriving outside their doors. But the very human leaders within them too often fail to thrive. They barely survive.” Ponder that for a moment…does it feel ok? While there are many forces and systems that “make it tough,” there is one area we have total control over that may be the greatest antidote to barely surviving… Relationships! Take a moment and reflect on a great relationship you have had (either personal or professional – although they are really personal…) Think of how you felt when interacting with that person… Think of what you were able to do as a result of having that person at your side… Great relationships help us thrive! Now consider, what conditions made that relationship possible? What allows you to engage and support another and allows them to engage and support you? These are conditions we can create and we can actively create them between Board Chairs and CEOs. Ac...