Leadership Deep Dive

After Margaret shows up for an early morning recording with bed head, she and David launch into a conversation about “big hair” and the 1980’s… (yes: Dune AND Joan Jett!) and, stay with them here: This really does lead to a leadership topic. It’s a fun (and funny) conversation about a decade that had a […]

Most of us set goals. Whether to finish our studies, get a promotion, meet a deadline for a project, or achieve a sales or fundraising target. But what happens when we fail to achieve what we aim for? We can sometimes feel disappointed, discouraged, and even ashamed. However, contrary to popular belief, failing to achieve […]

Margaret and David recently discussed the topic of (sometimes not so) graceful endings. You know the ones: a project ends, a marriage dissolves, or a loved one passes.  You can read more about that topic in David’s Blogpost here.  If you’re coming to the end of something in your life, feel free to reach out […]

Join Margaret and Janice as they explore the topic and the science of feeling stuck with guest Britt Frank, a clinician, educator, and trauma specialist. Most people beat themselves up when they feel stuck or unmotivated, but there is science behind our stuck-ness that might invite us into a different relationship with it. Britt offers […]

Do you create detailed plans, set goals, and schedule your days to control every aspect of your life? Do you also find that as much as you try to maintain a sense of predictability, life throws curveballs that can leave you frustrated and unfulfilled? In this episode, Margaret and David discuss a better approach: setting […]

Discover the power of Leadership Stakes in the nonprofit world.  Join Janice, David, Margaret, and Michelle in lively conversations, offering thought-provoking insights and practical demonstrations. Want to learn more? you can read our blog post about the importance of creating a stake here. We challenge our listeners to contemplate an upcoming conversation or group activity […]

David and  Michelle talk with the founder of ReD Associates, Christian Madsbjerg. Christian shares insights on seeing beyond the obvious, understanding social silences, and the power of deep observation in a world dominated by screens and opinions. You can read an excerpt of Christian’s latest book on our blog here. Get your copy of Look: How […]

Janice and Margaret chat with Homaira Kabir, a leadership coach and Founder and CEO of the Goodbye Perfect Project. They discuss her new book, Goodbye Perfect, and delve into the elements that contribute to a woman’s confidence, highlighting the distinctions between different levels and types of confidence. Homaira challenges listeners to try the SING exercise […]

The Leadership Deep Dive team interview our very own David Langiulli regarding his latest book Wisdom From the Middle Ages For Living and Leading in Modern Times. The book is a translation and modern commentary on a collection of essays written by Thomas à Kempis. David explains the process behind choosing this particular topic and […]

David and  Margaret talk with Andre Sólo, a best-selling author and co-founder of the Sensitive Refuge. They explore the true essence of being a sensitive person. During their discussion, they delve into the scientific aspects of sensitivity and also the numerous advantages and talents that accompany it. Andre encourages listeners who question whether they are […]

Janice and Michele talk with Gretchen Rubin, one of today’s most influential and thought-provoking observers of happiness and human nature. They discuss Gretchen’s latest book Life in Five Senses: How Exploring the Senses Got Me Out of My Head and Into the World. Gretchen shares the inspiration behind her book and the five senses project […]

Janice and Michelle welcome Sally Helgesen, a renowned authority on women’s leadership, best-selling author, and highly sought-after international speaker. In this episode, Sally shares practical insights on fostering inclusion, drawing from her extensive experience in this field. She discusses her new book, Rising Together: How We Can Bridge Divides and Create a More Inclusive Workplace.  S...

David and Michelle talk with Anita Nowak, certified coach and founder of Purposeful Empathy by Design, about her new book Purposeful Empathy.  Anita shares the importance of purposeful empathy in creating a thriving workplace culture. She identifies five key challenges leaders commonly face and provides practical strategies for addressing them. She shares personal examples and […]

The Leadership Deep Dive Team discuss the hard lessons they have learned, or are learning, on their personal development journeys. Spoiler alert! It gets real and personal. We invite you to reflect on the lessons you continually have to learn. Our free resource today is an invitation to have a conversation with us. Please reach […]

 Margaret and David talk with Valerie Tiberius about her new book What Do You Want Out of Life? A Philosophical Guide to Figuring Out What Matters. Valerie, an author and professor of philosophy, shares why she tackled such a lofty topic for a book. We delve deeply into values, and how we need to take […]

Janice and Margaret talk with Mike Rucker about his new book The Fun Habit. Mike, an author and organizational psychologist, shares the personal stories that inspired him to write this book and explains how focusing on fun (versus the pursuit of happiness) led him to a more fulfilled and happy life. We explore the importance […]

As we begin the new year, we have a special episode with the entire Leadership Deep Dive team. We each share our personal development origin stories and talk about why we are so passionate about doing this work in the nonprofit sector. It’s important to note that personal development isn’t easy and it can be […]

The nonprofit sector is constantly changing and staying ahead of the curve is essential. Advanced listening is a skill set you can use daily to help your organization grow. In this episode, David and Margaret talk with Mark Vincent, founder of the Design Group International.  Mark shares his expertise in advanced listening as well as process […]

The Holiday season can be a magical time, but it can also be very challenging.  In this mini-episode, David and Margaret chat about saboteurs that can show up to crash your party during the holiday season. They share tips on what to do when the stress and anxiety get overwhelming.  If you want to learn more […]

A culture of accountability is critical to keeping donors happy and growing your organization. What happens when deadlines are missed? In this mini-episode, Janice and Michelle continue their conversation on getting stuff done with a focus on creating a culture of accountability. They share why it is essential, how to create and maintain it, and what […]

In this episode, David and Margaret talk with Lisa Gruenloh, Founder and President of Purpose Journey, Inc. Lisa is passionate about journaling. In this conversation, she shares how it not only helps with creativity and innovation, but also unlocks inner wisdom and self-compassion.   You can read Lisa’s full blog here. Lisa’s challenge for listeners is to start […]

Do you indirectly try to gain acceptance and affection by helping, pleasing, rescuing, or flattering others? Well, you might be suffering from the Pleaser Saboteur.  In this mini-episode, David and Margaret continue their conversation on Positive Intelligence with the Pleaser Saboteur. They discuss some of the causes and impacts of this Saboteur and what leaders can do […]

In this episode, Michelle and Janice talk with return guest Kimberley MacKenzie. This conversation echoes many that are currently happening in the nonprofit sector. What happens when we lose our passion for our work? We talk about the importance of values and Kimberley shares a powerful question that helped her regain her passion.  Kimberley challenges […]

When things go unfinished in a workplace, it can create negativity, blame, and shame.  How can leaders help create accountability without judgment? In this mini-episode, Janice and Michelle discuss three ways leaders can get things done and empower their teams in the process.  Our challenge this week is to utilize the 3 questions during your next […]

It is extremely important that women talk about money, not only to help themselves but for the good of the world. In this episode, Michelle and Margaret talk with Jane Finette, Founder & Executive Director at The Women’s Impact Alliance. She shares why it is important for women to talk about money. She discusses the […]