Welcome to the Resources page of “Empower Start” Foundation! Here, you’ll find a curated collection of tools, guides, and insightful articles designed to help leaders, teams, and organizations navigate the complexities of their objectives. We aim to empower you with the knowledge and resources you need to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape. Please note that while we conduct quality checks on our resources, we operate independently from the authors and the websites referenced.
Resources
What makes a project manager successful?
This article examines the essential traits that contribute to the success of project managers, drawing on 15 years of research and practical experience. The author reflects on the common misconceptions surrounding project management success, emphasizing that what is often perceived as necessary differs significantly from what truly drives successful outcomes. The article distills the characteristics of top project managers into six key traits: the ability to second-guess oneself, preventing overtime, maintaining a big-picture perspective, securing buy-in from stakeholders, acknowledging the limits of one’s knowledge, and fostering informal networking.
Effective Nonprofit Executive Teams
The “Effective Nonprofit Executive Teams” collection provides a comprehensive toolkit designed for nonprofit leaders seeking to enhance their executive teams’ performance, regardless of their organization’s size or stage of development. This resource outlines five essential steps to transform underperforming teams into high-functioning units that effectively advance their mission.
Embracing Uncertainty: A New Approach to Leadership
In today’s fast-paced and unpredictable world, the role of a leader is evolving. What if leadership isn’t about having all the answers? Listen to this enlightening conversation with Lisa Slayton, a former nonprofit leader turned consultant and author, as she explores the transformative power of embracing uncertainty. Lisa challenges conventional problem-solving approaches by advocating for curiosity over certainty.