Emerging Leaders Networking Lunch
Friday, June 15, 12 - 1 p.m.
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, St. Paul
Topic: Peer Resume Review

Leadership Story Swap: Inspire and be inspired
Monday, June 25, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
University of Minnesota Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center (UROC)
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* Facilitation resources on topics such as Open Space Technology and World Cafe, and groups such as the Public Conversations Project and the international Art of Hosting network. 

 

 

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Entries in Helen Young (3)

Thursday
Jul282011

A mini-guide for getting realistic about your aspirations

Complete my master’s degree, teach myself Spanish, stop biting my nails. These are all goals of mine. One I am currently pursuing (Spanish). One I have failed at miserably time and time again (nails). And one I have penciled in my five-year plan (master’s degree).

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Wednesday
Feb162011

No strings attached | Consulting 101

If someone told me when I graduated college three years ago that I’d be working as a nonprofit consultant, my response would have been: Me!?! A consultant? Don’t you have to be an expert to do that?

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Wednesday
Aug252010

Deciphering Organizational Culture

One of my first internships in college was working for a small nonprofit. I loved the work, but something felt a little…off. I couldn’t put my finger on it. Was it me? Was it my supervisor? The atmosphere felt disconnected, staff sometimes didn’t get along, and I couldn’t figure out basic norms and procedures—heck, I couldn't even tell you the dress code. What was wrong, I came to find out, was poor organizational culture.

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