Whether you are starting up or already established. These simple disciplines from Richard Branson may help you along the journey.
1. TAKE NOTES. Observe what is happening in your organization and use these notes as action steps to better your organization. This is your "to do" list. Neglect this list and neglect your organization. Address these issue in line with your core values and you'll be on your way.
2. CLARIFY YOUR CORE VALUES. As you move forward in your efforts as an organization, you must be sure of your core values. How do they reflect your community and the future? These values should drive how you deliver the "goods" your organization has to offer.
3. PROBLEM-SOLVE OFTEN. You should always be willing to examine the organization and then solve the problem identified. Neglect the "problems" and staff will figure out quickly what is and isn't important to you as a leader. Foster a culture of PROBLEM SOLVERS!
4. COMMUNICATE. This is critical in delivering to your community. As a leader, make yourself accessible. Provide context for people to be creative and offer creative ideas. Otherwise, people will just bring you problems. This can wear you out. Be brave and make yourself as a leader available to your staff both for creative sessions and problem solving. Ownership is about letting others shape the mission, vision and values. This happens through communication.
5. INSTILL ATTENTION TO DETAILS. You shouldn't do everything but you should be aware of the details. Celebrate those who are doing the "day-to-day" stuff which makes the organization move. Celebrate the accomplishments of people and they will give attention to the details!
6. KEEP A COOL HEAD. It takes work to succeed. If you are succeeding, some non-profits may not be pleased with your success. Befriend people, play to win, and be a "good sport" as your organization grows.
To read the entire article, you can go here:
http://ping.fm/FJjbw
Like what you read? We'd love to talk with you about joining our team in planting the gospel in 20-minute communities throughout Portland Oregon. Send me a direct message on twitter to: @weshughes or leave a comment in this post. #sendportland
1. TAKE NOTES. Observe what is happening in your organization and use these notes as action steps to better your organization. This is your "to do" list. Neglect this list and neglect your organization. Address these issue in line with your core values and you'll be on your way.
2. CLARIFY YOUR CORE VALUES. As you move forward in your efforts as an organization, you must be sure of your core values. How do they reflect your community and the future? These values should drive how you deliver the "goods" your organization has to offer.
3. PROBLEM-SOLVE OFTEN. You should always be willing to examine the organization and then solve the problem identified. Neglect the "problems" and staff will figure out quickly what is and isn't important to you as a leader. Foster a culture of PROBLEM SOLVERS!
4. COMMUNICATE. This is critical in delivering to your community. As a leader, make yourself accessible. Provide context for people to be creative and offer creative ideas. Otherwise, people will just bring you problems. This can wear you out. Be brave and make yourself as a leader available to your staff both for creative sessions and problem solving. Ownership is about letting others shape the mission, vision and values. This happens through communication.
5. INSTILL ATTENTION TO DETAILS. You shouldn't do everything but you should be aware of the details. Celebrate those who are doing the "day-to-day" stuff which makes the organization move. Celebrate the accomplishments of people and they will give attention to the details!
6. KEEP A COOL HEAD. It takes work to succeed. If you are succeeding, some non-profits may not be pleased with your success. Befriend people, play to win, and be a "good sport" as your organization grows.
To read the entire article, you can go here:
http://ping.fm/FJjbw
Like what you read? We'd love to talk with you about joining our team in planting the gospel in 20-minute communities throughout Portland Oregon. Send me a direct message on twitter to: @weshughes or leave a comment in this post. #sendportland
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