Great thoughts are the beginning of every great organization and then must be followed by feelings and actions.   [more]

Written by Carol Silver Elliott
Published: Created for Vistage Online.
Copyright 2002, Vistage Worldwide, Inc.

1,000 Places to See Before You Die
Written by Patricia Shultz [more]

"It is neither wealth nor splendor, but tranquility and occupation, which gives happiness. "

Non-profit organizations and the people they serve are, by definition, chaotic and so one must settle on good coping strategies and diverse partners to deal with chaos effectively. [more]

November Song: One Way Donkey Ride
Artist: Mary Black [more]

Written by Robert S. Kaplan and Allen S. Grossman
Published:
http://hbr.org/2010/10/the-emerging-capital-market-for-nonprofits/ar/1

In lending, particularly to the un-bankable, disciplined due diligence is a critical success factor.  Once loans are made, coaching and connecting regularly with the borrower assures their success and reduces your risk.  [more]

Written by Marcia Pledger
Published: Sunday, October 10, 2010, cleveland.com
http://www.cleveland.com/business/index.ssf/2010/10

Tattoos on the Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion
Written by Gregory Boyle, S.J.[more]