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February's Next Big Thing Executive Forum is coming up! ?? Ever feel overwhelmed by the flood of trend reports hitting your inbox? We've done the heavy lifting - analyzing patterns across industries to spotlight what really matters for executives this year. Join us on Feb 19th (11am ET) for an intimate, off-the-record discussion with fellow C-suite leaders. We'll explore the meta-trends shaping 2025 and workshop what they mean for your organization. No recordings, no sales pitch - just candid peer exchange in a small group setting. Curious? Request your invitation at the link in the comments. ?? #2025trends #trendsreport #changeleadership #changemanagement #executiveforum

Yesterday's forum on employee feedback was juicy! If you missed it, here's what industry leaders shared about turning feedback into action! Our top 3 takeaways: 1?? Curiosity ≠ Resistance: When people ask questions about survey results, it's an opportunity, not opposition. Embrace their inquisitiveness! 2?? Integration is key: The most successful feedback programs are woven into performance metrics, strategy, and goal-setting ?? 3?? Transparency builds trust: Feel stuck with results from a year ago you never did anything with? Own past missteps and share your path forward. Your team will appreciate the honesty ?? ?? Join us Feb 19th for "Trends Among Trends 2025" where we'll explore cross-industry insights that'll shape your 2025 strategy! You can request an invitation at the link in comments. #ExecutiveForum #ChangeLeadership #ChangeManagement #EmployeeFeedback #EmployeeSurvey

Change is daunting for many nonprofit organizations and the boards that lead them, resulting in stalled progress and organizations stuck in outdated working methods. For over 30 years, we’ve worked with nonprofit boards and executives to navigate, lead, and lead through all sorts of change, big and small. Here are the 5 signs we’ve identified of boards that aren’t ready for change. If any of these signs resonate, it might be time to pause and assess your board’s readiness for change. Read the full article at the link in comments for solutions to assessing and improving your board's change readiness. #nonprofit #nonprofitleadership #nonprofitgovernance #nonprofitboard #changereadiness

When 34% of employees say manager inaction on their input drives them to leave, the stakes are clear. Yet even organizations with robust survey programs struggle to move from insights to meaningful change. What's blocking progress, and what are innovative leaders doing differently? Join your peers for a candid discussion about turning employee feedback into action that leads to sustainable change. We'll explore why traditional approaches fall short, share real-world solutions, and tackle the hidden costs of delayed implementation (or no implementation at all.) We’ll look at what works—and what doesn't. Together We'll Address: ?? The warning signs that signal your feedback loop is breaking before it impacts retention or engagement ??Which implementation approaches are delivering results (beyond engagement surveys, committees and town halls) ??How to avoid the common mistakes that derail feedback initiatives This is perfect for you if you're looking to revitalize your employee feedback process and implement meaningful organizational changes in the next 30-60-90 days. The Value Is Being in the Room! Our Next Big Thing Executive Forum is a monthly series where C-Suite executives and senior leaders connect in off-the-record, peer-to-peer exchanges on defining, designing, and achieving their "next big thing"—from new strategic initiatives to major organizational transformations. There's no fee to participate, and no sales pitch at the event. To honor our "off-the-record" commitment, recordings are not made available. To request an invitation, visit the link in comments. #employeefeedback #employeeengagement #employeesurvey #executiveforum #changemanagement #changereadiness

"Change is coming" is a phrase we are all seeing everything. But it's not coming... it's here. It's the water we're ALL swimming in. And for many nonprofits, that water is feeling pretty choppy. After 30+ years of working with nonprofits, our team has seen some brilliant leaders and organizations held back by boards that aren't equipped to navigate rapid-fire changes. Do you really know if your board is change-ready? Our latest article shares the 5 warning signs that your board might be stuck and what you can do about it. Read it at the link in comments. #NonprofitLeadership #BoardDevelopment #OrganizationalChange #NonprofitBoards #ChangeReadiness

You might read this and think, "It’s time to change annual performance reviews!" But organizations that approach that change unaware of its risks can make things worse. https://lnkd.in/gVHqpy-4 Written by Nancy Murphy of CSR Communications

?? Is Your Nonprofit Board a Strong, Capable Change Partner? ?? As a nonprofit CEO or executive director, navigating change is inevitable—whether it’s post-election policy shifts, leadership transitions, or fundraising challenges in an uncertain economy. Is your board a strong and capable partner, prepared to guide you through it all? ?? Why assess change readiness? 1?? Retain Top Talent: When boards assess readiness, members stay engaged and committed, preventing turnover when stability is needed most. 2?? Attract High-Caliber Candidates: Forward-thinking boards attract quality members who value growth and continuous improvement. 3?? Stronger Relationships: A change-ready board strengthens its partnership with the executive team, fostering alignment and support. 4?? Identify Risks & Opportunities: Proactive assessments highlight where the board excels and where there’s room for improvement, ensuring better risk management. 5?? Make Better Decisions: Gain insights to guide strategic, informed decisions that position your organization for future success. Join our October 24th Open House to learn more about how to begin assessing your board's change readiness. RSVP link in comments. #NonprofitLeadership #BoardGovernance #ChangeManagement #ExecutiveDirectors #NonprofitBoards #ChangeReadiness

The 2023 Health of the U.S. Nonprofit Sector Annual Review states: "Public trust is the currency upon which nonprofits conduct their work. The extent to which the public believes nonprofits lead ethically and transparently impacts whether individuals will invest in or utilize services from nonprofits. It also impacts the extent to which nonprofits can legitimately represent and are accountable to the communities they serve. Nonprofit leaders’ daily choices regarding their organization’s operations, transparency, strategy, mission, and workforce all influence levels of trust in individual organizations as well as the sector. Data also shows a correlation between the composition of nonprofit leadership and strategic choices made on behalf of the organization." Workforce challenges, financial instability, shifts in donor expectations, regulatory changes, and the rise of AI are all reshaping the sector. Is your board prepared to lead through these transitions in a way that continues to create trust and a change-ready, change-resilient organization? ?? Join CSR Communications for a Virtual Open House on October 24th to learn about our Change Readiness Index?, designed to measure your board's capacity to navigate these complexities. You’ll gain insights into: ?? How the Change Readiness Index? assesses your board’s strengths and areas for improvement ?? Why proactive measurement of change readiness is crucial for nonprofit governance ?? Key characteristics of a change-ready board ?? Thursday, October 24th | 11:00 am – 12:15 pm (Live via Zoom) Save your spot at the link in comments. #nonprofit #nonprofitboard #nonprofitgovernance #changereadiness #csrcommunications

Have you met Nan yet? Nan is the digital avatar for our CEO, Nancy Murphy and she has been helping the team at CSR Communications deliver important insights and training to our network and to our clients! Today she's here with an invitation for you about preparing for change... RSVP: https://lnkd.in/eQTwuP3y #changereadiness #nonprofit #nonprofitboards #nonprofitgovernance #changeiscoming

September is National Preparedness Month, a timely reminder for nonprofit boards to reflect on their own readiness for inevitable changes—whether it's an executive transition, losing a major donor, or expanding to new regions. Just like disaster preparedness, the best time to prepare for organizational change is before it’s at your doorstep. Don’t wait—start the conversations now to build a change-ready, resilient board. ?? Read the full blog and learn how your board can stay prepared. Link in comments. #NonprofitLeadership #ChangeReadiness #BoardDevelopment #Leadership #NonprofitBoards #NonprofitGovernance