Founder's Syndrome: what it actually looks like, and how organizations move through it
Founder's Syndrome is one of the most frequently discussed and least honestly named dynamics in the nonprofit sector.
How to tell if your board is governing or managing - and why it matters
The line between governance and management is one of the most misunderstood concepts in the nonprofit sector. I've watched it cause friction between executive directors and board members who genuinely like each other, who share deep commitment to the mission, and who can't figure out why every meeting feels like a standoff.
