The bigger, the better. Higher numbers = higher impact. When we are looking at the capacity of an organization we often ask -- TOO often ask -- how big is your budget?

Our motivation, vision, mission, values and policy statements require us to think differently than a traditional model where the litmus test is profitability.

What if you asked others what your one thing is? What are the responses likely to be? Might be an interesting exercise to try.

I've started this post several times but it seems to always fall flat. So here's hoping this one goes all the way to the "post" tab.

The extent to which the perception you create by controlling how others view you (through public relations and marketing) matches up to the reality of who you are. The goal is an index of 1...how do you measure up?

…not at DMV/BMV, not at the doctor's office, and certainly not at your place of employment. You are valuable. You deserve to be seen for the person of value you are. Period. No exceptions.

Working in the field of community development is challenging. Most days I take that challenge on and enjoy it. Today I'm overwhelmed with stories of turmoil both domestically and abroad.