

What Grows in the Shadows of Avoidance
A courageous leader names reality early and makes the hard healthy choices that protect the mission’s long-term growth.


Blind Spots and the Work That Matters
Like many leaders I’ve walked alongside, I’m also someone with blind spots and areas I’m working to strengthen. One of the defining moments in my


Mis-Alignment Happens ... quietly
In the beginning, an organization was started by a small group of people passionate about the cause. The team was aligned around the a vision. Every resource supported the mission. Over time, others joined. Some original members retired. Board members served and then moved on. New volunteers arrived. Some stayed. Staff grew and changed. The organization now includes both seasoned members and newcomers learning the mission for the first time. Many champions don’t even know




