Today I want to show you my process for fixing naive problem solving perspectives. When I say “problem solving perspective,” I’m talking about how changemakers conceptualize, or see the issue at hand. So often, our own biases and preconceived notions act as a distorted lens through which we view problems. We may believe we’re seeing …
TEP #045: Fix Your Naive Perspective (and make more impact) Read More »
Today’s tip: You can’t get the transformational change you want from the administrative tasks that consume your days Are you tired of spending countless hours in Zoom meetings? Or drowning in paperwork for funders? It happens to the best of us. We’re super busy but feel totally disconnected from the very problems we’re striving to …
TEP #034: Waking up from the changemaker’s busywork nightmare Read More »
Today we’re diving into a topic that’s close to my heart: How to transform a hopeless situation – which leads most changemakers to burnout and depression – into an enjoyable activity that consistently generates progress. You think it’s too good to be true? Well, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful it can be when changemakers take …
TEP #032: Enjoy the changemaker journey (even when it’s hopeless) Read More »
About a year ago, I had a consulting session with Francine Jenkins about improving her focus and time management. (This isn’t her real name – I’ve changed a few minor details in this story to protect confidentiality.) Francine has led a public-private partnership related to economic development in a major American city for the last …
TEP #031: Spend 25x more time on what’s most important Read More »
This week’s tip: Avoid flawed narratives when creating and leading change initiatives In order to convince people, you have to tell a compelling story, right? Like choosing a narrative that tugs at the heartstrings. Or using a touching anecdote that gets to the human story behind the data. Choosing the best language to persuade others …
TEP #028: Beyond all-or-nothing rhetoric in social change Read More »
