by Sarah Brown | Oct 10, 2021 | General
The curious case of the first-time CEO. A study of top executive leadership within 200+ growth-stage social ventures KEVIN L. BROWN What if we’re over-investing in individuals and underinvesting in leadership? And is there a chance the social sector is too focused on...
by Sarah Brown | Oct 9, 2021 | General
The quick guide to effective & easy proposals. A winning structure, positioning best practices & other pro tips for social ventures to improve close rates KEVIN L. BROWN A proposal is the single most critical tool in your sales or fundraising funnel. A pitch deck...
by Sarah Brown | Oct 10, 2021 | General
Avoiding the painful pitfalls of annual planning. 10 DOs & DON’Ts for growth-stage social ventures KEVIN L. BROWN Fear, doubt, or exhilaration. The words ‘annual planning’ conjure up different emotions for different people this time of year. Those who fear...
by Sarah Brown | Oct 1, 2021 | General
Seven effective leadership styles, plus one to avoid. Are you the dreamer, drummer, discusser, decider, director, delegator, or doer? KEVIN L. BROWN Pop quiz: what is the most crucial variable in shaping a bold brand? Leadership. A solid leadership team is the base of...
by Sarah Brown | Sep 30, 2021 | General
How visionary is your vision statement? Avoid these six common mistakes KEVIN L. BROWN MLK had a dream. Gandhi inspired a nation. Ruth Bader Ginsburg pioneered for equality. Yaa Asantewaa led an Asante army against British colonizers. These social justice leaders had...
