Pattern Recognition Is My Superpower

I had an unexpected reflection this week after interviewing for a strategic communications role. While technically I was the candidate, and honestly I should have been nervous because it was an opportunity I was ideally suited for, but it felt more like a strategy session. There was an easy exchange of ideas and thoughtful reflectionsContinue reading “Pattern Recognition Is My Superpower”

When “Giving Back” Becomes Your Day Job

Salary for social respect. Competition for collaboration. Structure for stretch. Sounds good, right? I made the leap from corporate marketing and PR into nonprofit development five years ago. My fundraising experience to that point had mostly been as a volunteer, donor, and board member. I’ll admit, I had no idea how different it would feelContinue reading “When “Giving Back” Becomes Your Day Job”