Aaron Guiterman’s Post

I hope you can join us for our upcoming session on the Nonprofit Leadership Crisis and how to address. See the link below for more info and to register!

Whether you lead a small business, are a leader in a billion-dollar business or government agency, or a leader in a nonprofit or philanthropic organization, this applies to you: the way you leas is going to need to incorporate more tools and skills to not only have happier teams but also more successful teams that can fulfill your mission, vision and goals. Get my 2024 Leadership Trends Brief, which is linked in the comments.

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3 things I notice as a VP (and 1 thing I need from nonprofits) Time away Sometimes I (half) wonder if it matters what content we offer. I believe one of the biggest features of our programs lies in orchestrating dedicated time away for key decision makers. It's during these days spent around the table with a coach that the magic happens. While educational content is of course valuable (you need a board policy manual, KPI dashboard, and a segmented donor list), it's the invaluable opportunity for leaders to align on their five strategic next steps. That is the “good to great” moment. What I hear leaders need As you can tell from the blog post, we still feel board leadership, fund development, and executive coaching are highly leveraged content areas. But as I listen to executive directors, I hear they need a better/easier way to do assessment, measurement, and evaluation – that doesn’t burn out front line workers. They're sensing a widening technology gap, struggling with HR departments that haven't kept pace with the organization's growth (especially in managing remote work, leadership development, and leading multigenerational teams). They're seeking better storytelling techniques, and many desire coaching on leading when they no longer have to been in the weeds with day-to-day operations. (We are listening and working on curriculum and program ideas that can fill current capacity gaps.) Impact Framework No matter what the program, we consistently teach around three overarching themes: Aptitude (enhanced skills), Acumen (improved decision-making encompassing cultural awareness, strategic acumen, and resilience), and Community (strengthening partnerships and collaborative abilities). I suppose all leaders desire their guests to think or behave differently because of what they offer. What I need EDs have expressed their desire for us to have better coach/consultant referrals. However, I rarely accept names directly from coaches or consultants. Instead, I greatly value referrals from PNW nonprofits who have experienced transformative change through working with a coach. Whether it's strategic planning, board development, succession planning, or leadership coaching, I'm eager to hear about such experiences. I am all ears and keeping a list.

OUCAN members and guests are invited to join colleagues for a free three-part series designed to help you comply with state and federal regulations. Part one on Board Governance: Purpose-Driven Board Leadership will be presented by Dani Robbins from Board Source, tomorrow at 12:30pm. This is the perfect event to invite your Board Members too! The way nonprofit board leadership was envisioned and has evolved is, in many cases. incongruent with the current needs of communities. Too many boards are populated in a way that limits their ability to provide the kind of values-driven, strategic leadership and oversight that organizations need. If boards represent and govern our organizations on behalf of communities, then who is on the board can drastically change how the board operates and what role the board plays. Last day to register for this excellent conversations for all NPO leaders and board of directors. Register: https://lnkd.in/gThdmEv3

Collaboration between executives and board members on decisions about expenses, investments and more is key for the next generation of nonprofit leadership. Learn more. https://pnc.co/3tGGNv8

My morning read… after more than 40 years hanging around boards I have lots of opinions. Lately I have been reflecting on what board members expect from their participation and what staff expect from their boards. How do Boards provide leadership to nonprofits? The CEO and Board Chair roles intersect around leadership. As always there seems to be a book for that. The authors suggest that we have focussed on the delineation between board and CEO roles and fiduciary duty to the detriment of understanding how leadership intersects with governance. Looking forward to digging in.

What comes to mind when you hear the terms, 'leadership' & 'innovation'??? For nonprofit organizations, my mind wanders into HR, DEIJ, Data, Strategic Partnerships, Community Engagement, etc. Interested in learning about all of these and more through a leadership/innovation lens from local state experts? Check out our Nonprofit Leadership & Innovation Conference on MAY 30TH: https://lnkd.in/gbJ-gpwJ #CenteredonLeadership #strongertogether

🌟 Reflecting on an Enlightening Session at Rochdale’s Volunteer Leadership Institute 🌟 This past event was nothing short of transformative. A heartfelt thank you to Suzanne Weinstein for sharing her invaluable insights on the implications of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) actions for financial institutions. Your expertise illuminated the complexities and future direction of the CFPB in a way that was both accessible and profound. With 490 attendees and representation from over 100 credit unions, the significance of this conversation cannot be overstated. Each participant walked away with a much clearer perspective on the regulatory landscape and the strategic pathways available for navigating it. The collaboration and knowledge exchange at Rochdale’s Volunteer Leadership Institute was a testament to the strength and dedication of our community. As we move forward, it’s clear that the insights gained from this event will empower us to make more informed decisions, better serve our members, and positively shape the future of the financial sector. Rochdale #FinancialInstitutions #CreditUnions #RegulatoryInsights #FinancialSector