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Leadership
Viken Mikaelian

Hardball in Leadership: No Excuses, Just Results

Want to enhance your career? Get ahead of your peers? Fun spoiler: avoid happy hour with team members. In this no-nonsense post, we outline hardball leadership tactics for nonprofits and philanthropic organizations that drive impact. Say goodbye to the complacency of “softball” leadership and hello to insider strategies you won’t find anywhere else. Learn to show up early, act decisively, and foster innovation that resonates with donors and stakeholders. Ready to leave mediocrity behind? Dive in for breakthrough tips that deliver lasting results.

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Time Management
Sarah Pinto

6 Ways to Make Time for YOU in Your Hectic Life

Struggling to find time for yourself in a packed schedule? 6 Ways to Make Time for YOU in Your Hectic Life offers practical tips to help you prioritize self-care without sacrificing productivity. Learn how to set boundaries, eliminate time-wasters, and carve out moments for what truly matters. Whether you’re juggling work, family, or fundraising goals, these strategies will help you reclaim balance and avoid burnout. Your well-being is just as important as your to-do list—start making time for YOU today! Read the full article now.

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CAUTION: Comfort Zone Sign Serving as a Warning
Personal Growth
Viken Mikaelian

Become Forgettable

People don’t remember your credentials—they remember how you made them feel. Small, daily moments shape your reputation, yet most rush through conversations, assuming there will always be another chance. There won’t be. The ‘last meeting theory’ proves your most recent interaction defines how you’re perceived. Neglect this truth, and you become forgettable. Visibility matters more than effort alone. Show up. Engage. Deliver value. Every single time. Relationships don’t decay from one mistake but from consistent neglect. Stop assuming your work speaks for itself—it doesn’t. Effort matters. Show up like it does.

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