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To lead in DEI: Disrupting inequality requires disrupting culture  

Candid

Integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) values into an organization’s culture, however, requires intentional effort and awareness. Our DEI journey began with the realization that we lacked key perspectives that could enhance our work and further align internal practices with our mission.

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Raise the Board’s Financial IQ

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If you’ve paired new members with a mentor, make sure financial topics are included in their post-orientation meetings. Provide Education Financial development is an excellent opportunity to promote your organization’s culture of learning. Circulate articles and information on best practices and trends in finance.

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The problem with Employee Appreciation Day

Fast Company Tech

As DEI initiatives shrink, rebrand, or disappear entirely, its more important than ever to reinforce inclusion through everyday practices. Yet, many organizations still treat recognition as an afterthought rather than an everyday practice. Consider these four ways to make recognition a consistent and impactful part of your culture: 1.

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Soft Skills Support Hard Leadership Challenges

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Focus on Mentoring Sue is a relationship builder. That curiosity and engagement with others are reflected in her love of travel and learning about diverse countries and cultures. Mentoring is something I am passionate about,” Sue advised. It’s interesting how many conversations circle back to culture and trust.

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What could equitable investment in Black nonprofit leaders look like? 

Candid

As a nonprofit executive director and founder working in this space for nearly two decades, I have firsthand knowledge of the cultural biases and systemic racism that often limit the success of Black-led nonprofits, especially those in the South.

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One of the world’s largest architecture firms offers a blueprint for successful co-leadership

Fast Company Tech

The prior CEOs, who actually were mentors to both of us, have now stepped into global chair roles. My experiences in the firm have been focused on design on a global scale, practicing in different locations around the world, working with different cultures, different climates. You are the second set of co-CEOs at Gensler.

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When Nonprofit Boards Meddle: The Dangers Of Micromanagement

Bloomerang

The nonprofit sector is already a high-pressure environment, and when boards meddle in daily operations, it creates chaos, demoralizes leadership, erodes culture, and derails mission-critical activities. This is typically done in executive committee meetings and could include the coach or mentor. But do not meddle.

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