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

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]

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]

Among all our weakness and humanity, love is the one thing we can all bring equally to our world. [more]

Most non-profits should NOT start social businesses but if they do, they must take themselves through four key questions before embarking on their adventure. [more]

Nothing good happens in our lives or our business until we see things as they are and decide to change. [more]

The most effective non-profit organizations are learning to combine mission with business disciplines. [more]

Good decision making is the result of good discipline. [more]

The best business decisions are made once you’ve squeezed the emotion out of them. [more]

The LeBron James’ debacle could have been easily avoided if he would not have tried to please everyone.  That’s a good reminder for all of us, personally and professionally to avoid the same mistake. [more]