Take Five: Extraordinary Nonprofit Leadership
How to Master the Skills of an Extraordinary Leader at the Take Five Nonprofit Conference
Extraordinary leadership in the nonprofit sector is defined by humility, specifically the willingness to admit to not having all the answers and the courage to remain curious and vulnerable during periods of intense uncertainty. According to Joel Kessel, keynote speaker and workshop leader at the Take Five Nonprofit Conference, shifting from “good” to “extraordinary” requires leaders to view environmental changes as opportunities rather than roadblocks. By leading with intention and stepping into “the hard,” executives can move beyond ordinary management to effectively navigate the complex challenges of modern funding, board engagement, and team motivation. Read on to discover Joel Kessel’s insights into the core principles of his workshop and how they can help you redefine your impact as a nonprofit executive.
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Extraordinary Leadership
How do you define leadership? What about extraordinary leadership? How would those you lead rate your (extraordinary) leadership?
Jim Collins, Author of “Good to Great,” did a study on what makes a great leader. And very few leaders have the leadership characteristic that Collins would call great, or in this case, extraordinary.
It’s humility.
The humility to know and admit to others that you don’t have all the answers, to embrace and be comfortable being vulnerable and curious, and to see the shifts that are happening as opportunities rather than roadblocks and excuses.
Yes, the world around us is increasingly growing in uncertainty. It’s changing, evolving, and growing.
The uncertainty and challenges that come with it are real, as well as the questions: Where else can we get funding and resources? Do I have confidence that I have the right Board of Directors who know how to support me? How can I make sure my team is engaged, focused, and motivated to push our mission forward? How am I changing, evolving, and growing myself and my team? Do I have what it takes to do this job?
The need for extraordinary leaders to navigate their decisions, their teams and their organizations has become even more critical.
Are You Ready to Lead Beyond the Ordinary?
The choice to be an extraordinary leader starts with the decision to step into the “hard” and lead with intention. Don’t miss the opportunity to roll up your sleeves and dive deeper into “extraordinary leadership” at Brady Ware’s Take Five Nonprofit Conference. Join Joel Kessel for his workshop, “Becoming an Extraordinary Nonprofit Leader,” where you will learn how to leverage curiosity, navigate the uncertainty, and find the strength in vulnerability.
Joel Kessel
Executive Coach
Kessel Strategies
About the Author
Joel Kessel is an executive coach and strategic advisor who helps nonprofits increase their impact through peer group executive sessions and one-one coaching, board and team retreats, and leadership development. Joel has spent his entire 25+ year career deeply connected to the nonprofit community. He has worked inside and advocated on behalf of nationally recognized organizations including the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Ronald McDonald House Charities, AirLifeLine, and the National Runaway Safeline, as well as numerous Ohio-based organizations including the Charitable Healthcare Network, Habitat for Humanity, Van Wert Performing Arts Foundation, and the Center for Disability Empowerment.
For more information, visit Kessel Strategies.