by Tom Okarma | Jan 30, 2011 | Blog, Board Development, Governance, Leadership, Strategic Planning
In a previous work life I had the privilege of getting to know and learn from a world class consultant-Dr. Ram Charan. His specialty is leadership and strategy and he consults with many of the most recognized companies in the United States. He has written many books...
by Tom Okarma | Jan 24, 2011 | Blog, Board Development, Governance, Leadership
Do you have iPass in your state? It is an electronic system to automatically pay tolls on a highway as you zip through the tollgates without stopping…without even thinking. Hold that thought. I don’t know about your nonprofit organization, but the ones I see have been...
by Tom Okarma | Aug 10, 2010 | Blog, Board Development, Governance, Leadership
Churches, nonprofits, and businesses never seem to have enough top, or at least high level performers. Whether you need more volunteers, employees, or new board members, top talent is hard to find and tough to keep. Ever wish you could clone or reproduce your top...
by Tom Okarma | Aug 2, 2010 | Blog, Board Development, Governance, Leadership, Strategic Planning
I’ve been thinking about nonprofit boards of directors lately. What does your board development committee look for in a board candidate? What is the ideal composition of a board? I mean, what skill-sets or experiences should your board members “bring to...
by Tom Okarma | Jul 19, 2010 | Blog, Leadership
Things are pretty tough out there, whether you are leading a nonprofit or a for-profit business. And, it is important to recognize that our employees are working hard to do the most, and their absolute best, with the very least. The pressure on them is enormous. And,...
