In this episode, I talk about what I have learned from six individuals whom I have worked closely with professionally, personally, or in the context of hobbies. These are not necessarily the most accomplished people I know -- though they have accomplished a lot -- but rather are people whose decision-making about what to do and even more how to do those things is nearly impeccable. It all comes down to how they treat other people -- with consideration which is to say with appreciation, admiration, and valuing the relationship over decades. Those individuals are Julian Schroeder, Jennifer Meehan, Howie Erichson, Norm Tonina, Bob Eichfeld and Tim Carter. To know them is a special pleasure and a unique learning opportunity if you can grasp it. I imagine each of us has people like them in their lives; bask in the joy of knowing them and see what you can learn and apply from observing them go through life.

In this episode, I share examples of how I have pushed myself at times to avoid personal and professional ruts and as a result, have accomplished more and been more satisified with my life. I underscore how this strategy can be used by mission-driven leaders in a variety of ways.

In this episode, I share a bit about my own recent feelings of despair, why occasional feelings of despair are normal for nonprofit leaders, and ten strategies for dealing with them so that you can regain a sense of energy, optimism, and possibility that helps you and your team do more good in the world.