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Curtis Chang responds to ‘Daring to Lead’ on Social Edge

Jul 05, 2011 by

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If you haven’t already seen Curtis Chang’s Social Edge response to Daring to Lead, It’s the ED, Stupid!, I encourage you to read it. Chang provides a thoughtful, compelling argument that executive directors should stop scapegoating the economy and under-performing boards of directors for fundraising challenges and start taking responsibility for raising enough money to [...]

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Executive Self-Assessment of Financial Skills

Recession & Sustainability

Jun 13, 2011 by

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These are the key findings from Daring to Lead 2011 related to the impact of the recession and organizational financial sustainability. For more information, download the full report in PDF and Leading Through a Recession: Daring to Lead Brief 1. Recession Impact on Succession—One in six executives surveyed is 60 years or older, and of this group, [...]

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Demographics & Salary

Demographics & Salary

Jun 13, 2011 by

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The following chart includes demographic information about the sample of the 3,067 executive directors who responded to the national Daring to Lead 2011 survey. Satisfaction with Compensation Over two-thirds (68%) of executive directors are satisfied with their compensation; 27% report being very satisfied and 41% report being somewhat satisfied. Ten percent (10%) are not at all satisfied [...]

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Effectiveness Ratings of Professional Development Activities Utilized

Professional Development

Jun 13, 2011 by

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These are the key findings from Daring to Lead 2011 related to professional development. For more information, download Inside the Executive Director Job: Daring to Lead Brief 2. Effectiveness of Strategies Used—Of all professional development strategies utilized, executives were most likely to rate executive coaching, peer networks, and leadership programs as very effective. Mentorship—Thirteen percent (13%) [...]

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