A recurring discussion at meetings and retreats is “maximizing value.” The context is usually centered around members, constituents, clients, or community. Consider “value” in a different perspective: your organization’s core values. To begin, answer these questions: Do you have a set of core values? Can you say them without looking on the web site, in […]
From Plan to Action: Embrace – Own – Go!
A plan of any type – strategic, tactical, operational – regardless of amount of effort and contributions, can live vibrantly or idle sluggishly. There are many things that can be done to ensure effective implementation and steady progress. One of those – and what I consider extremely important – is to enlist all those who […]
Organizational Creativity Is Requisite, Not Just a Bonus
It’s that time of year. Time to release, time to renew, time to revitalize. Where does the barometer of creativity point in your organization? Do you encourage and even nurture creativity during the spring season only, or is it part of your organizational culture and norms? Does it flow naturally through your organizational DNA? Is […]