2 results for author: Michael Rideout
What Is My “State of Leadership”?
There are countless books, articles, seminars, videos, and yes, blog posts, about what constitutes a great leader. And many, if not most, are credible and helpful in discerning what characteristics make up a great leader, and even how to learn to become a great leader. I have personally read scores of books, hundreds (maybe thousands!) of articles, and attended more than sixty seminars and conferences on leadership in the last twenty years. I have been fortunate to experience the teachings of such leadership gurus as John C. Maxwell, Tom Peters, Ken Blanchard, Marshall Goldsmith, Jim Collins, Jack Welch, Patrick Lencioni, Peter Drucker, and many ...
Social Enterprise: The Answer for Increased Revenue?
There has been more and more discussion of “social enterprise” in the nonprofit world, especially as it relates to the potential to enhance existing revenue streams or offset lost revenue generated by more traditional fundraising methods. While the concept or definition of social enterprise can vary widely, at its core is the idea that revenue generation for the enhancement of the shareholders is not the primary goal. Coupled with the goal of “enhancing” shareholder value is the idea of “enhancing” the world we live in. Simply put, an enterprise is a social enterprise if it generates revenue and alleviates suffering at the same ...