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Ep. 102: Surfing the Uncertainty with David and Margaret

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Ep. 102: Surfing the Uncertainty with David and Margaret
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In this week’s episode, Margaret and David take a watery dive into the metaphor of surfing, and how it might serve us as humans and as leaders through these times of uncertainty.

Margaret talks about going on a big vacation last month, in which nothing went as planned and much went awry — and how the idea of surfing was helpful to process her disappointment and to navigate life events that can change on a dime.

You can read Margaret’s post on the Fundraising Leadership blog here.

Interested in learning more about how to “surf” life’s waves right now? David and Margaret suggest you check out Positive Intelligence here.

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If you are enjoying the show, you can help us continue to bring thoughtful content with a monthly or annual contribution. This supports our production costs and keeps the show ad-free. Make a contribution today.

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 Controller Saboteur

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Growing Nonprofit Leaders - The Controller Saboteur
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In this mini-episode, David and Margaret continue their conversation on Positive Intelligence by exploring the controller saboteur.  The controller creates an anxiety-based need to take charge and control situations and people’s actions to one’s own will.

If you would like to learn more about Positive Intelligence and take the FREE ASSESSMENT, check out our PQ Program for teams.

To read more about the different types of saboteurs you can download our tipsheet.

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If you are enjoying the show, you can help us continue to bring thoughtful content with a monthly or annual contribution. This supports our production costs and keeps the show ad-free. Make a contribution today.

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. 101: Fostering a sense of belonging on your board with Christal Cherry

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Ep. 101: Fostering a sense of belonging on your board with Christal Cherry
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In this episode, Margaret and Janice talk with returning guest and board expert Christal Cherry. Christal  talks about how she and her partner have led some game-changing conversations designed to foster a sense of belonging in the boardroom. She shares some stories about boards that have been willing to have Brave Conversations, and helps listeners understand the importance of fostering belonging.

If you would like to listen to the August 2021 podcast episode featuring Christal talking about creating healthy boards, you can do that here.

Christal challenges listeners to try a specific storytelling exercise with their boards, in service of working towards a culture of belonging.

You can read her post on the Fundraising Leadership blog here.

Our free resource is a 7-day Coaching Challenge – Fundraising Leadership ™ –

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If you are enjoying the show, you can help us continue to bring thoughtful content with a monthly or annual contribution. This supports our production costs and keeps the show ad-free. Make a contribution today.

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. 100: Vulnerability as a Leadership Superpower with Jennie Arbogash

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Ep. 100: Vulnerability as a Leadership Superpower with Jennie Arbogash
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In this episode, Margaret and Michelle have a conversation with nonprofit consultant Jennie Arbogash. Jennie talks about her journey to showing up with more vulnerability as a leader and the impact this has had. This journey began when Jennie received some feedback and she was willing to listen, reflect, and begin to change.

Jennie challenges listeners to identify one way they have not been vulnerable in their professional lives.

You can read Jennie’s full post on the Fundraising Leadership blog.

Download our free tipsheet on Designing Team Agreements.

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If you are enjoying the show, you can help us continue to bring thoughtful content with a monthly or annual contribution. This supports our production costs and keeps the show ad-free. Make a contribution today.

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 Stickler Saboteur

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In this mini-episode, David and Margaret continue their conversation on Positive Intelligence by exploring the stickler saboteur.  The stickler believes in perfection above all else. If it’s not perfect then it must be wrong. 

If you would like to learn more about Positive Intelligence and take the FREE ASSESSMENT, check out our PQ program.

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 monthly or annual contribution. This supports our production costs and keeps the show ad-free. Make a contribution today.

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.

Episode 99: Less Doing more Being with Michael K. Sahota

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Episode 99: Less Doing more Being with Michael K. Sahota
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In this episode, Michelle and David talk with Michael K. Sahota the founder and CEO of SHIFT314 Inc. Michael shares with us the difference between “doing and being” and how we can integrate them together in order to evolve into a better leader.

Michael challenges listeners to an awareness exercise.

You can read Michael’s full post on the Fundraising Leadership blog 

Also, you can order a copy of Michael’s new book Leading Beyond Change on Amazon.

Download our free tipsheet on 3 Tips to Retain Employees.

If you are enjoying the show, you can help us continue to bring thoughtful content with a monthly or annual contribution. This supports our production costs and keeps the show ad-free. Make a contribution today.

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 – Designing Team Agreements

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In this mini-episode, Michelle and Janice talk about having a team agreement and why it is so important for leaders to design one.

Remember to download your free  Designing Team Agreements 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 monthly or annual contribution. This supports our production costs and keeps the show ad-free. Make a contribution today.

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.

Great Leadership Means Less Doing, More Being

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[This post is an excerpt from the book Leading Beyond Change by Michael K Sahota and Audree Tara Sahota]

Many leaders hold the false belief that all we have to do to create success is to learn the right model, concept, skill, or technique. The basic premise is that we are fine and that new information or training will help create the success and impact that we want.

In this mindset, we see people (including ourselves) as black boxes where we don’t need to concern ourselves with what is inside the box. We can create success by focusing on the boundary of the box: the actions or doing. 

When we examine the ways of business-as-usual, they are almost entirely about external measurable actions and behaviors. The whole of the human experience is relegated to the rational, logical, and measurable.

The trap of traditional organizations and leadership is to focus on the external aspects of action and doing. It’s rather a waste of time since we are trying to fix the external effects rather than the inner causes. For example, the surface-level external problem of responding angrily to an email is ultimately caused by the internal challenges with emotional regulation and conditioned behavior patterns. Addressing challenges at the surface level will only lead to temporary superficial change. [Read more…]

Episode 98: Unmasking Wholeness in Diversity with Barton Cutter

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In this episode, Michelle and Margaret talk with certified Coach, inclusion expert, Healer and meditation teacher, and international speaker Barton Cutter about what defines our innate humanity. Growing up with severe Cerebral Palsy, Barton has an important perspective to share as we explore DEI and ways of listening to each other.

Our challenge this week is to slow down and listen from your heart. Notice what happens when you let go of hearing every word spoken.

You can read Barton’s post on the Fundraising Leadership blog.

Download our free tipsheet on 3 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 monthly or annual contribution. This supports our production costs and keeps the show ad-free. Make a contribution today.

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.

The Master Saboteur – Introducing The Judge

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The Master Saboteur - Introducing The Judge



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In this mini-episode, Margaret and David introduce the idea of Positive Intelligence. They start by exploring an insidious saboteur that significantly affects how you live your life, THE JUDGE! This causes us to judge ourselves, others, and circumstances. Instead of judging, positive intelligence invites us to move to blameless discernment. 

In upcoming episodes, Margaret and David will introduce us to the accomplice saboteurs.

If you would like to learn more about Positive Intelligence and take the FREE ASSESSMENT, check out our PQ program.

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 monthly or annual contribution. This supports our production costs and keeps the show ad-free. Make a contribution today.

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.