We all know that we need to train our bodies if we want peak physical performance. So the same makes sense for our brains. But until very recently we have not understood exactly how to do that or what the implications are. Now we do. Recent advances in neuroscience have demonstrated that various “mindfulness” training activities actually strengthen parts of our brain that … [Read more...] about Brain Training
Delusions of Success
“We met our goals! Look at how successful we are!!!” Recently I gave my goal setting presentation to a great nonprofit group (Global Communities) in which I discussed the tradeoffs between Attainable, Aggressive, and Almost Impossible goals. Some people like to set small Attainable goals so they can be successful more often. At the break, the CEO (thanks for this David … [Read more...] about Delusions of Success
Strategy in Uncertain Times
“How am I supposed to create a strategy for the next three – five years, when I have no idea how the environment is going to change in even the next three months?” This was a very astute question asked during the Breakthrough Strategy seminar I taught earlier this week for nonprofit executives in Columbus, Ohio. In an environment that has been called “permanent white … [Read more...] about Strategy in Uncertain Times
Who Will Pay For It?
Entrepreneurs – whether they are for-profit or not-for-profit focused – have this question as one of their main challenges. Many for-profit entrepreneurs come up with a new, cool product or service – but there is no market. There is no one who will actually pay for it. The not-for-profit entrepreneurs are fantastic at coming up with new, innovative programs that will make … [Read more...] about Who Will Pay For It?
The Timing is Never Right to Lead Change
Do it anyway. You know that things need to change in your organization. You are either wasting money or opportunities. Or you keep doing the same things over and over again while people expect a different result (Definition of Insanity attributed to Einstein). Something has to change! But the timing is not right. Either you don’t have the right big boss or if you are the … [Read more...] about The Timing is Never Right to Lead Change