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71: Bringing A Global Perspective to Nonprofit Leadership (Jennifer Garner) SUMMARYHow do you incorporate all of your previous nonprofit leadership experiences in a way that strengthens your current work? Jennifer Garner has built an impressive resume on the way to her current position at the University of Denver, including international advancement work at two institutions in the United Kingdom. While the experiences are impressive in and of themselves, she also does a fantastic job of lifting up key bits of advice and resources she’s utilized throughout her career, and shares how she continues to incorporate these experiences into the work she’s doing right now. Check out our conversation in episode #71 of the Path Podcast for take-aways that you can apply to any stage of your career, as well as to those you’re leading at your nonprofit organization.ABOUT JENNIFER Jennifer has worked at the University of Denver since June 2016 as the Executive Director of Development for the School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences where she is responsible for the fundraising from 29,000 alumni and in the last year four years has been part of a team that generated $20M in philanthropic support from alumni, parents, foundations and individuals. She has 25 years’ experience in international external relations including fundraising, marketing, alumni relations, communications, annual giving and operations. Prior to DU, she worked at Trinity College Cambridge where she launched the first major gifts program and integrated alumni relations and annual giving program. She was the Deputy Director of Development at King’s College London, where she helped to design, brand and launch the university’s £500m fundraising campaign. Jennifer has also worked in Advancement at Queens University of Charlotte and Chatham University and in Admissions at the University of Evansville and Queens College. She has a Master’s Degree in nonfiction writing and a BA in English. EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESJerry Panas’ book AskingJim Langley’s book The Future of FundraisingRussell James’ book Visual Planned Giving Tara Mohr’s book

Learning to laugh at life is healthy and helps you find the joy in your everyday routine. Dr. Lynette Charity joins the show to speak with Kelly and Maria about her outlook on life as an anesthesiologist turned standup comedian and all of the many obstacles she’s overcome to get there. Have something to share with the hosts? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com.MORE ABOUT DR. LYNETTE CHARITYLynette Charity, MD, is a medical expert and Board-Certified in Anesthesiology with over 40 years of experience. She’s also a keynote speaker, humorist and author. As a young girl growing up in the segregated South, Lynette dealt with discrimination on her path to becoming a medical doctor. She persevered and now wants to “wake people up” to go after their dreams through sharing her story of overcoming obstacles of racial bias, gender bias and age bias. She often uses humor to deliver her message.Episode Topics and MentionsBrown vs. the Board of EducationVirginiaBen Casey TV showJim GaffaganWanda SykesSegregationChatham UniversityDepressionTraumaStandup comedyBikram yogaMassagesFind your funny in everyday lifeLoving vs. VirginiaMildred and Richard LovingSeasonal Affective DisorderTakeawaysMaria Laughter is so important - it is a valuable tool, especially when you are under pressure. No one is going to hand you anything. Goals take hard work to achieve.KellyBe your authentic self. It is so freeing.Let negativity go. Decide to let the negativity go and just tap into who you are and what you believe instead. Quote of the Week"It's hard to be depressed when you are laughing. You don't have to tell jokes to laugh. Just focus on the little things that are funny in life -- and there are plenty of them." -- Dr. Lynette CharitySubscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play. Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com.

70: 7 Strategies to Drive Sustainable Change (Dyisha Reliford) SUMMARYThe ability to manage change must be part of your toolkit as a nonprofit leader. After starting her career with Teach for America in Chicago, Dyisha Reliford continued to learn from her successful corporate, community and nonprofit experiences to formulate the essential steps to managing change. Her study led to a wonderfully practical new book called The Transformation Playbook: 7 Winning Strategies to Drive Sustainable Change. On episode #70 of the Path Podcast, Dyisha and I discussed several of her winning strategies, including how to effectively write a vision statement for change, how to communicate change to different constituencies, and how to deal with detractors in your efforts to initiate a change. Lots of real-world application from this conversation that will help your efforts to organize and activate change.ABOUT DYISHA Dyisha is a results-driven and visionary leader in the world of business transformation. Currently, she serves as a corporate healthcare executive and strategic thought partner in the role as Senior Director, Transformation, at AmerisourceBergen - a Fortune 10 company with more than $185 billion in annual revenue. In this role, she is responsible for partnering with executive leaders to capture transformation results by analyzing business operations, assessing processes, evaluating financial impacts, and supporting the enterprise transformation strategy. Prior to her current role at AmerisourceBergen, Dyisha held director-level roles in Investor Relations and Marketing. Prior to AmerisourceBergen, she worked for several leading companies, including General Electric (GE), Pfizer, and McKinsey & Company, where she led and supported change programs of all shapes and sizes. At GE, she was awarded the prestigious GE Healthcare Management Gold Above and Beyond Award and back-to-back GE Healthcare Marketer of the Year awards for her work in global marketing transformation and customer engagement automation. Dyisha graduated from Harvard College with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and received her Master of Business Administration with Honors from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business. A native Ohioan, Dyisha currently resides in the Charlotte, NC area.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESDyisha’s book The Transformation PlaybookGallup and Tom Rath’s book StrengthsFinder 2.0

069: National Philanthropy Day: 3 Lessons for Every Nonprofit Leader (Penny Hawkins)SUMMARYWhile National Philanthropy day provides a wonderful opportunity to celebrate charitable giving, volunteer engagement and community spirit, but it also offers an opportunity for nonprofit leaders to strategically evaluate what each category means and how they might implement it within their organization. That’s exactly what my colleague Penny Hawkins and I discussed during Episode #69 of the Path Podcast. She lifts up ideas that can help you diversify your donor base, find new ways to partner with individuals and organizations, and better understand the mindset of your major donors and significant prospects. Lots to consider within this episode and some great resources from Penny as well.ABOUT PENNYPenny has enjoyed 15 years of professional experience in both the corporate and nonprofit sectors. She began her career in Private Equity with BlackHawk Capital Management where she focused on communications, investor relations, marketing and operations. After completing the Foundation for the Carolinas Impact Fund for Emerging Philanthropists in 2008, she combined her skill for investor relations with a desire to support growth in Charlotte’s vital philanthropic community and entered the path to nonprofit leadership. Prior to joining PMA Consulting as a Senior Consultant, Penny held leadership development positions at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center Foundation, KinderMourn, and the Council for Children’s Rights. In her most recent role with Novant Health, she served as the Development Program Manager of the Children’s and Women’s Service Lines. Penny has a bachelor’s degree in Journalism & Mass Communication with a focus on Public Relations from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She’s obtained her CFRE (Certified FundRaising Executive) designation, obtained certification from the Wake Forest University’s Essentials of Business for Nonprofit Organizations, and is the current Board President for the Charlotte Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP).EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESPenny previously on the Path: Maximizing the Talent of Women in the Nonprofit SectorAFP Global’s resources on National Philanthropy DayNY Times article: In Philanthropy, Race Is Still a Factor in Who Gets What Stanford Social Innovation Review: Overcoming Racial Bias in Philanthropic Fundraising

Limiting sugar in diets is one of the most important things a person can do to stay healthy and in this episode Kelly and Maria share tips for enjoying sweet things without the negative impact of sugar. They share personal experiences and tangible ideas for listeners to break their own sugar addictions. Have something to share with the hosts? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com.Episode Topics and MentionsSugar addictionCarbohydrate addictionStandard American Diet, SADAmerican Heart AssociationType 2 diabetesCancer11 health risks of sugar articleUniversity of San Francisco study on sugar consumptionHealthy Vegan BitesFat bombsRawRev brand of treatsQuest BarsKeto BarsLily’s ChocolateSteviaZevia soft drinksXylitolKeto dietNegative Effects of Sugar Consumption1. Can cause weight gain2. May increase risk of heart disease3. Linked to acne4. Increases risk of type 2 diabetes5. May increase risk of cancer6. Can lead to fatty liver7. May increase risk of depression8. May accelerate the skin aging process9. Can increase cellular aging10. Drains your energy11. Other health risks:Increase kidney disease risk Negatively impact dental health Increase the risk of developing gout Accelerate cognitive declineHow to Replace Sugar with Safe SweetsGet rid of sugar in your house and replace with treats that have low added sugar, or none. Avoid diet sodas and artificial sweeteners. Use Stevia.Sleep enough and keep stress low.Recognize the addictive qualities of sugar (especially fructose, which is different than the sugar in fruit)Look for alternative sources of sweetness that are actually fiber: this is an amazing blog that lists them and describes the differences: https://www.whatsugar.com/fiber-sweetenerIn addition to the list of products in the blog above, here are a few of our favorite “safe sweets”: Lily’s Chocolate, Choc Zero, Zevia Soda, Coffee Syrups, Bhu Foods, Raw Rev Snack Bars, Quest Bars and Snacks, Fat Bombs RecipeQuote of the Week“It's terrific to live in these times because we have so many sweet options that don't damage the body, they are not based on sugar, but natural fibers, or plants or alcohols that taste sweet -- not artificial sweeteners, which have problems of their own -- but on real whole food sweeteners that are healthy and can satisfy one's sweet tooth." -- Maria ParkerSubscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play. Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com.

The desire to succeed can outweigh other advantages or challenges -- and Canadian Olympic gold medalist Penny Oleksiak shares this philosophy and others with Kelly and Maria in this exclusive interview. The elite swimmer also talks about her recent pairing with the Phelps brand of swimming apparel and gear. Have something to share with the hosts? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com.MORE ABOUT PENNY OLEKSIAK Canadian Olympic gold medalist Penny Oleksiak earned her spot on the Canadian Olympic team as a 15 year old who had only been swimming for 5 years. At the Rio Olympics in 2016, she earned gold in the 100 free and a sliver in the 100 butterfly. She also anchored the 4x100m freestyle relay to bronze and added another bronze in the 4x200m freestyle relay to become the first Canadian to win 4 medals in a single Olympic games. Penny Oleksiak came to swimming as a 9 year old and made incredible progress quickly. She began swimming for Toronto Swim Club, under coach Bill O’Toole. Raised in an athletic family, Oleksiak’s brother plays professional hockey for the Dallas Stars, and her sister was a competitive rower at Northeastern University. Penny is sponsored by the Phelps brand. Episode Topics and MentionsBill O’TooleToronto Swim ClubPhelps brandMichael PhelpsSimone ManuelSarah SjostromMental healthSwimming accessibilityThe Power of Now by Eckhart TolleOntario High Performance CenterCOVID-19PandemicManifestationAnxietyThe Weight of Gold documentaryInterior designMinimalismFeng shuiTakeawaysMaria Self-awareness is so valuable to success and happiness.Humility brings others closer to your story.KellyAuthenticity makes others feel comfortable and empowered in their own skin.The desire to win is powerful and the mental capacity can help you succeed.Quote of the Week"The pressure doesn't bother me anymore. It's all about changing my mindset and only seeking to control what I can." -- Penny OleksiakSubscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play. Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com.

067: Leveraging Technology as a Nonprofit Leader (Kim Lanphear) SUMMARYWhile technology may or may not be your area of expertise as a nonprofit leader, current conditions certainly force you to be more proficient. Whether you’re navigating virtual board and staff meetings, trying to deliver your programs in a socially-distant manner, or contemplating your biggest fundraising event now being virtual, you’re having to maximize the technologies available to you. Someone who really understands the challenges and opportunities inherent in your nonprofit’s technology is Kim Lanphear, the CEO of Apparo, who is helping nonprofits navigate their technology and business processes so they can do the important work their mission requires. On episode #67 of the Path, Kim provides a wealth of information and ideas to help you navigate your organization’s technology, put the right processes in place, and how you can do your virtual fundraising event more effectively. (Hint: Apparo’s virtual event did better than the previous year’s live one!). ABOUT KIM Kim is the CEO of Apparo, a nonprofit connecting local nonprofits to technology expertise & resources that amplify their impact. Under her leadership, Apparo has partnered with 500+ area nonprofits and 100+ companies to drive skilled volunteering that delivers $1.60 of value for every dollar donated. Lanphear has a diverse career with more than 20 years of expertise in strategy development, international business, marketing, fundraising, and P&L management as well as Board governance and leadership. Prior to Apparo, she was at the helm of business lines within Citibank domestically and internationally, and the MD of Chicago's third largest professional theater company. She has consulted in the areas of strategy and marketing, and is recognized for her ability to build consensus and collaborative partnerships. Kim received the Charlotte Business Journal’s Most Admired CEO award in 2018 and Best Places to Work Award in 2019, the Mecklenburg Times Most Influential Women Award in 2016 and Icon Award in 2019, and has received recognition in Scoop Charlotte, and South Park Magazines. She received a BA in Public Policy from Duke University, and her MBA and Masters of Arts Administration from Southern Methodist University.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESHarvard Business Review article: If You Feel Like You’re Regressing, You’re Not AloneApparo’s Resources for Nonprofits link and webinar series Kathryn Heath and Jill Flynn’s book

66: Maximizing Partnerships for Nonprofit Success (Sabrina Dawson) SUMMARYHow can you create lasting partnerships that not only establish your nonprofit but help it accelerate its growth? That’s exactly what Sabrina Dawson and I discussed in episode #66 of the Path Podcast. An educator throughout her professional career, Sabrina is the Co-Founder and Vice President of Programs for The Collective, a Memphis-based organization working with schools, employers and community stakeholders to establish career pathways and ensure equitable access to support, resources, and opportunities for young adults between the ages of 18 and 30. Sabrina and her Co-Founder, Sarah Lockridge-Steckel, have built unique alliances with employers, sponsors, funders, as well as general volunteers, which offer great insight for nonprofit leaders everywhere. ABOUT SABRINA Sabrina joined The Collective to develop and implement their careers program, which connects opportunity youth to high demand careers, while providing intensive support services. Sabrina began her career serving 6-12th grade students through the esteemed Teach for America program. During that time, she served in many roles within the educational environment, including Teacher, Vice Principal of Instruction, Associate Director of College Counseling, and a member of an Academic Leadership Team. She has served as an educator and instructional leader in inner-city public and charter schools and her work in college counseling led to 100% college matriculation. Sabrina has also designed and executed the Career Pathways model to support older youth in the DC foster care system with college and career supports which significantly increased the percentage of youth exiting foster care with sustainable employment. She has presented her model for educational and career success at many conferences including the National Pathways to Adulthood conference and the Office of the State Superintendent of Education’s Post-Secondary and Career Education Conference. Sabrina has a BA in Philosophy from The Florida State University and her Master of Arts in Teaching from The Johns Hopkins University.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESKerry Patterson & Joseph Grenny’s book Crucial ConversationsBrene’ Brown’s book Dare to Lead

Friendships don’t need to be overly sentimental or obviously well-matched to be a good fit, as elite American swimmers and training partners Lilly King and Cody Miller share in this exclusive interview with Kelly and Maria. The pair discuss their unconventional ways of motivating each other and how their training partnership has improved their swimming and lives.Have something to share with the hosts? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com.MORE ABOUT LILLY KING & CODY MILLERLilly King and Cody Miller train together at Indiana University in Bloomington under coach Ray Looze and have an amazing friendship. Both are breastrokers that walked away from the 2016 Rio Olympic Games with some serious hardware. Lilly won two golds in the 100 breaststroke and 400 medley relay, while setting a world record. Cody earned a gold medal in the 400 medley relay and a bronze in the 100 breaststroke. At IU, Lilly accomplished the unprecedented four-peat of winning NCAA titles in the 100 and 200 breaststroke and Cody earned multiple All-American honors. Cody is the first professional swimmer to be sponsored by Endless Pools and his YouTube channel, The Adventures of Cody Miller, has nearly 150,000 subscribers. Episode Topics and MentionsPower Partnership Series2016 Rio Summer Olympics2021 Tokyo Summer OlympicsIndiana UniversityThe Adventure of Cody Miller YouTube channelEndless PoolsJack RoachMichael PhelpsMichael JordanThe Last Dance documentaryAli DeWittCompartmentalizeThe Weight of Gold documentaryFear of failureTakeawaysMaria Friendship can be great when you are just “being there” for someone, or when they walk beside you. The fear of failure can be a great motivator. KellyHumor is a great component to strong relationships.“Try on” some different friends or colleagues and see who might be a good fit for your life. Quote of the WeekOn Training Partners:"It's a much less lonely journey when you have someone going through the same thing." -- Lilly King"Having someone that's on your same wavelength makes practice so much better." -- Cody MillerSubscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play. Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com.

65: Why You Shouldn’t Start a Charity (Matthew Zachary) SUMMARYAs a cancer survivor and marketing expert, Matthew Zachary approaches most things in life with a very different perspective, including nonprofit leadership. This approach is provocative and thought-provoking, and is sure to make you think differently about many of the “standards” of nonprofit leadership. On episode #65 of the Path Podcast, Matthew shares his rationale for NOT starting a nonprofit, why charitable organizations often get the short end of the stick in corporate partnerships, and what every nonprofit leader needs to be reading. He also shares – from personal experience – when it’s time to step down as a nonprofit leader, particularly when you're the Founder. All this and much more in this entertaining and free-wheeling episode of the Path!ABOUT MATTHEW Ten years after surviving brain cancer at age 21, Matthew founded Stupid Cancer, the world's largest young adult cancer community, and launched The Stupid Cancer Show, the first health podcast, which amassed a global listenership in the millions. He stepped down as Stupid Cancer's CEO in 2019 and launched his latest venture, OffScrip Media, the first audio broadcast network focused on consumer health and patient advocacy. Matthew is now back behind the mic with his new show, "Out of Patients," hailed as "the people's voice in healthcare." As he continues to be outspoken about the perils of the healthcare system, the through-line of Matthew's entire career is patient advocacy. Matthew is also an acclaimed keynote speaker, accomplished film composer, and award-winning concert pianist.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESDan Pallotta’s books Uncharitable and Charity CaseDan Pallotta’s 2013 Ted Talk "The way we think of charity is dead wrong"Vu Le’s Blog Nonprofit AFMatthew’s website MatthewZachary.com

Confidence is not intrinsic for everyone but can be developed with small steps and consistent habits. Elite coach Greg Meehan joins the show and talks with Kelly and Maria about how he motivates collegiate and Olympic athletes while maintaining work-life harmony.Have something to share with the hosts? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com.MORE ABOUT GREG MEEHANGreg Meehan is the 2021 U.S. Olympic Women's Swimming Head Coach and 2020-2021 is his ninth season as Director of Women's Swimming at Stanford University. He is a three-time NCAA Swimming Coach of the Year and led Stanford to back-to-back-to-back national championships in 2017, 2018 and 2019. He has coached 36 different Stanford swimmers to a combined 274 All-American honors, which includes 17 national championship relays and 25 individual national championships. Meehan and his wife, Tess, reside in Palo Alto, Calif., with their two sons, Salvatore and James.Episode Topics and MentionsStanford UniversityKatie LedeckySimone ManuelLia NealMaya DiRado2021 Tokyo Summer OlympicsUniversity of the PacificAdversityEmbracing failureFlexibilityLong course swimmingCharlie KennedyRich CoppolaJon UrbanchekCyndi GallagherDave DurdenPrinceton UniversityWork-life harmonyGolfTakeawaysMaria As the communicator, it is your responsibility to clearly convey what you need or are asking from others.Work-life harmony is being peaceful with the choices you are making, even if it is not always equal.KellyConfidence is a commonality between champions -- and it can be developed over time with small habits and routine.Remember to live life one day at a time and it keeps you from feeling overwhelmed and helps you stay on task.Quote of the Week"For me life is all about people and most importantly, the people you surround yourself with" -- Greg MeehanSubscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play. Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com.

64: How Can We Address Compensation Gaps in the Nonprofit Sector? (Sally Loftis)SUMMARYIt’s a cliché to say no one gets into nonprofit work to get rich. However, if leaders in our sector do not take steps to address the compensation gaps that exist, all of the important work being done will be further diminished by turnover and burnout. In episode #64 of the Path Podcast, Sally Loftis brings a researcher’s eye and HR expertise to this strategic challenge for nonprofit leaders, and provides a wealth of resources and ideas to help you address what is often an elephant in the room. How do you develop a compensation philosophy? How can you do a pay equity assessment? How do you better understand the compensation factors affecting your community? And finally, how can you engage your funders in your efforts to provide a better compensation platform for talent recruitment and retention? Find these answers - and much more - in this episode!ABOUT SALLY Sally Loftis is the Managing Director of Loftis Partners, and is tugging at the webs of relationship that hold our systems of injustice in place through consulting. Her professional experience lies mostly in human resources roles while her lifelong volunteer experience spreads across social justice causes. Sally has worked in strategic roles for a Fortune 50 corporation, a boutique consulting firm, and the largest non-academic craft school in the US. She sees a need to bring equity and inclusion work into all levels of organizations through brave practices, community safe spaces, shared power, active vulnerability, and consent culture. Sally received her Master of Science in Organization Development from Pepperdine University, where she did her thesis on Talent Investment Strategies & Nonprofit Employee Pay. She received a Certificate in Nonprofit Management from Duke University and a Bachelor of Business Administration (Concentration: Human Resources) from Freed-Hardeman University.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESDan Pallota’s 2013 Ted Talk "The way we think of charity is dead wrong"Cost of living research by US Bureau of Labor StatisticsSociety of Human Resource Management article America’s Pay Gap is WideningSociety for Human Resources Management’s Study on Effective Workplaces Fund the People’s Toolkits for Talent Investment and Talent JusticeRusty Stahl’s article on Talent Philanthropy Peter Block’s book Community: The Structure of Belonging Ijeoma Oluo’s book So You Want to Talk About RaceSally’s great blog post about this topic

The responsibility of success is to ensure others have opportunities, too. Olympic gold medal swimmer Cullen Jones talks to Maria and Kelly about his competitive drive as an athlete and the organizations he is part of that strive to improve representation in sports. Tune in to this exclusive interview.Have something to share with the hosts? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com.MORE ABOUT CULLEN JONES Cullen Jones is a two-time Olympian, competing in 2008 and 2012. He’s earned Olympic gold medals, is a current world record holder, has held American records and has been an NCAA Champion for NC State University where he was recently inducted into its Hall of Fame. One of Cullen’s Olympic gold medals and his current world record came as team member on one of the most exciting events in Olympic history, the USA vs. France in the 4 x 100 free relay at the 2008 Olympic games. At the age of 5, Cullen nearly drowned at a water park with his family. Yet today he is the most decorated Black swimmer ever. Cullen is an ambassador for Black swimmers as the face of Make A Splash!, a USA Swimming Foundation initiative to educate children and their parents on the importance of water safety and drowning prevention. He is the founder of the Cullen Jones Diversity Invitational. Episode Topics and MentionsMichael PhelpsJason LezakGarrett Weber-GaleNC StateMake A Splash!, a USA Swimming Foundation initiative Cullen Jones Diversity InvitationalSwimmers for ChangeGeorge FloydSpeedoCG Sports NetworkNewark, New JerseyTom ShieldsSimone ManuelLia NealReese WhitelyTYRBraden HollowayDavid MarshRyan LochteNathan AdrianCaeleb DresselTakeawaysMaria Look at life’s challenges as an opportunity to reframe your current trajectory.You learn from people around you. Watch those you admire and improve yourself. KellyJust stay in the moment and take things one day at a time. What are you doing today?Be focused on helping others. Being altruistic infuses passion into your life and helps you see the bigger picture.Quote of the Week"Many things I learned in sports, like time management and discipline, carry over to the business world for success." -- Cullen JonesSubscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play. Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com.

63: Confronting Wicked Problems as a Nonprofit Leader (Lynn Fick-Cooper)SUMMARYAs a nonprofit leader, you are likely trying to address “Wicked Problems” every day, social challenges that are systemic in nature and incredibly complex. To help us better address these types of problems, Lynn Fick-Cooper offers a fantastic analysis of these issues, and provides five crucial strategies to address them in episode #63 of the Path Podcast. Lynn’s 30-year journey in nonprofit leadership is also instructive around the types of professional development she’s invested, including advocacy, fundraising and communications.ABOUT LYNN Lynn Fick-Cooper is currently the Managing Director for Societal Advancement Group at the Center for Creative Leadership in Greensboro, NC. Lynn has more than 30 years of experience in leadership positions from a variety of organizations including directing government and community affairs for the Greensboro Area Chamber of Commerce; serving as Chief Marketing Officer for Huthwaite, and serving as Director of Public Relations for IHFRA (International Home Furnishings Representatives Association). Lynn’s previous experience at CCL includes serving as Chief Development Officer and Group Director of Institutional Advancement and Manager. Since 2007, Lynn has also been in a full-time faculty role at CCL, designing and delivering leadership development programs across a variety of sectors, with a specific focus on developing nonprofit, community, and executive nurse leaders in health and health care. In her current role, Lynn is the Program Director and Lead Faculty for the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation’s (RWJF) Public Health Nurse Leaders Program, Community Coalition Leadership Program, and the Program Designer and Lead Faculty for the RWJF Executive Nurse Fellows program at the Center for Creative Leadership (CCL®). She also manages CCL’s relationships with other foundations such as the Kate B. Reynolds Trust, Kresge Foundation, the Blue Cross Blue Shield Foundation of North Carolina, and the Community Memorial Foundation in Chicago. Lynn received her B.A. in Communication with a concentration in public relations and M.B.A. from the Bryan School of Business at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESThe full white paper: Confronting Wicked ProblemsCCL’s work in Nonprofit Leadership Training Martin Linsky & Ron Heifetz’ book Leadership on the Line

Understanding the importance of long-term planning -- and being the absolute best version of yourself on the path to future success -- takes patience, hard work and appreciation for the support team in your life. In this exclusive interview with Kelly and Maria, world champion swimmer Michael Chadwick shares several examples of how pairing patience with persistence has paid off. MORE ABOUT MICHAEL CHADWICK Michael Chadwick is a world champion and an American sprint freestyle swimmer who is currently a member of the Toronto Titans professional swim team. Chadwick made his international debut at the 2016 FINA World Swimming Championships in the 25-meter race, helping multiple U.S. relays win medals. Chadwick qualified for the 2017 U.S. World Championships team as a member of the 400-meter freestyle relay. He placed fifth at U.S. Nationals.In 2018, Chadwick swam as part of the 4x100 Freestyle relay team for the U.S. in the 14th FINA World Championships. The relay team set a new world record.As a swimmer at the University of Missouri, Chadwick received 22 All-American honors.Episode Topics and MentionsToronto Titans professional swim teamInternational Swim League, ISLUniversity of MissouriUniversity of North CarolinaChapel Hill, NCMark GangloffPostponement of 2020 Olympic Games400 freestyle relayBasketballDavid MarshPatienceSquatty PottyCG Sports NetworkHaving a purpose driven lifeWhat is your why?Health coachingLife coachingIndianapolis NatatoriumJoe DispenzaTakeawaysMaria Trusting yourself when it comes to change and seeking out things that feel like a better fit is vital to personal growth.Everyone has different talents and abilities but we can always be the best version of ourselves, right now. KellyWhen you are new at something, the belief in the support system around you is so helpful and valuable. Long-range planning and accepting that some things may take more time than you’d like is a key to long-term success. Quote of the Week“We are formed more by our disappointments than our successes. Success is fleeting, but there is some sort of fire that comes out of disappointment that is indescribable." -- Michael ChadwickSubscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play. Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com.

62: What Should We Learn from the Giving USA Report? (Melissa Brown) SUMMARYYou’ve likely seen the numbers each year that represent philanthropic support in the United States through the Giving USA report. The question is, do you really understand what the numbers mean, and how they apply to you and your nonprofit? There is no one better suited to help us understand those questions than Melissa Brown, who has spent some of her stellar 30-year career literally editing the Giving USA report. In this bonus episode of the Path podcast, #62, Melissa shares practical applications of the data, as well as multiple ways you can better position your nonprofit to take advantage of donor trends and preferences. ABOUT MELISSA Melissa helps charities turn knowledge into action. Drawing on nearly 30 years in the nonprofit sector, Melissa knows what drives charities to deliver on their mission. She uses research about giving trends and donor motivations to help clients plan effective fundraising; consulting services include presentations, training, surveys, and program evaluation. She was rated as one of the country’s top philanthropy speakers in 2016. Melissa began work as a fundraiser in 1989. Since 2011, her firm Melissa S. Brown & Associates has served clients throughout North America. Major projects include The Fund Raising School, evaluation for Indiana Youth Institute, data analysis for National Philanthropic Counsel, and project management for Carter, a global consulting firm based in Florida. She also volunteers with AFP Research Council and currently chairs the Association of Philanthropic Counsel. Before founding Melissa S. Brown & Associates in 2011, Melissa worked at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, where she edited Giving USA. She studied at Reed College and the University of Pennsylvania. Melissa & her historian husband live in southern Washington state, where they are reveling in the mild climate of Zone 8b after 30+ years in gardening Zone 5a. She enjoys kayaking, bird watching, and spending time with family and friends. Her own giving focuses on climate change mitigation, the arts, and social justice.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESBill Meehan and Kim Jonker’s book Engine of Impact Lisa Knowlton and Cynthia Phillips’ book The Logic Model GuidebookFree Donor Advised Fund widgetMelissa’s work through Melissa S. Brown & Associates LLCMelissa’s work through Carter Global

61: 4 Ways to Advance Your Nonprofit Career (Jay Dowd) SUMMARYWhat are some practical ways you can advance your nonprofit leadership career? In episode #61 of the Path, South Carolina native Dr. Jay Dowd brings experience from leading four different university fundraising teams to answer that question. He shares the critical advice he learned early in his career from mentors and donors themselves, as well as the value of his network and his involvement in professional associations that continue to help him to this day. Jay also gives candid advice for those seeking employment in the sector, and specifically what he’s looking for when he interviews a candidate. Finally, we discussed his exploration of both a masters and doctoral degree, and how he and The Citadel Foundation have been so successful in fundraising, even in the midst of a pandemic! ABOUT JAY John P. “Jay” Dowd, III, Ph.D., has served as the President and CEO of The Citadel Foundation since 2013. Jay coordinates fundraising activity with the college’s five academic schools as well as the Krause Center for Leadership and Ethics and The Citadel Graduate College. Under his leadership, TCF publicly launched the $175 million Foundation for Leadership campaign in 2015, coinciding with The Citadel’s 175th anniversary in 2018, and raised in excess of $250 million. Before joining TCF, Jay served as VP for Development and Executive Director of the Francis Marion University Education Foundation (Florence, SC), VP for Advancement at Columbia College (Columbia, SC) and VP for institutional Advancement at Methodist College (Fayetteville, NC). He earned his BA in history from Winthrop University, his Master of Education from the University of South Carolina, and his Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Administration with a cognate in Public Administration from USC as well. Jay currently serves as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), on the Board of Directors of the Alston Wilkes Society in Columbia, S.C., and on the Board of Directors for the SC United Methodist Conference for Camps and Retreat Ministries. A native of Bennettsville, SC, Jay currently resides in Mount Pleasant, SC, with his wife and two children. EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESThe Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB)Keith Ferrazzi’s book Never Eat AloneRick Warren’s book Purpose Driven LifeDoris Kearns Goodwin’s book Team of RivalsGoodwin’s book Leadership in Turbulent Times

Olympic medalist and professional swimming general manager Kaitlin Sandeno approaches challenges with a mindset that they are minor -- and that in order to find your true path in life, you have to face your doubts and fears head-on. In this exclusive interview with Kelly and Maria, Kaitlin shares about her decision to brighten the lives of children with cancer and the positive character traits she’s developed as an athlete. MORE ABOUT KAITLIN SANDENOKaitlin Sandeno is an Olympic gold medalist, six-time World Champion, former world record holder and current Pan American Games record holder for Team USA. She is a sports broadcaster, keynote speaker and serves as the general manager for International Swim League team the DC Trident.Kaitlin Sandeno is the author of Golden Glow: How Kaitlin Sandeno Achieved Gold in the Pool and in Life which recounts her swimming career and details the impact she has made in the world outside the pool. She is the national spokesperson for the Jessie Rees Foundation and spreads joy around the country to children fighting cancer. She is the host of her own podcast, Behind the Blocks. Episode Topics and MentionsDC Trident professional swim teamInternational Swim League, ISLGolden Glow: How Kaitlin Sandeno Achieved Gold in the Pool and in Life Jessie Rees Foundation Hamilton: An American MusicalLas VegasKonstantin GrigorishinFair payKatie LedeckyJason Lezak Lenny KrayzelburgNEEGU - Never ever ever give upJoy Jars - items for childhood cancer patientsTime managementUniversity of Southern CaliforniaGritJon UrbanchekWiSP networkBehind the Blocks podcastPodcastingAmanda BeardCyndi GallagherObstacles are speed bumps, not stop signsTakeawaysMaria Use what you can around you to motivate you to get to a positive place. Strength and energy do not always have to come from inside -- we can borrow them from others. Socialization is so important - even during times of physical distancing. KellyFear can get in the way of something that we may be really good at doing. Learning to “shake it off” can help you discover a new calling.Flexibility in attitude is a skill that can be developed.Quote of the Week“We want to celebrate and share our highs, but our lows are just as important." -- Kaitlin SandenoSubscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play. Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com.

60: Maximizing The Leadership Trio for Fundraising Success (Theresa Lee) SUMMARYTheresa Lee has enjoyed an exceptional fundraising career, doing some of her best work in the greater Boston area for institutions like MIT, Boston College and Holy Cross. Her advice on the critical “leadership trio” (the CEO/Executive Director, the Chief Development Officer and the Board Chair) is not only applicable to large institutions, but very relevant to any sized organization trying to maximize its senior staff and board leaders as fundraisers. In episode #60 of the Path Podcast, Theresa shares her insights on each of the three positions, and what they can do to maximize their individual roles as well as better interact with the other two. Lots of good ideas here, as well as bonus content on fundraising in a virtual setting!ABOUT THERESA For 25 years as a philanthropy executive at some of the top ranked universities in the country, Theresa has accumulated the skills and expertise that have enabled her to inspire and lead teams to fundraising success. And, now as a consultant and teacher, she provides advancement professionals with the tools they need to learn and grow. She has served as a senior executive in advancement during comprehensive campaigns at MIT, Boston College, Holy Cross, Worcester Polytechnic Institute and UMass Lowell. She has worked in a variety of advancement roles including major gift fundraising, management of annual and major gift fundraising teams, alumni and parent relations, human resources, and budget management. She is a leader in CASE District I, co-chairing the educational program for the annual conference for two years. As an instructor for Boston University's professional fundraising course and a frequent speaker for AFP, CASE, and WID, she has shared strategy and practical solutions with fundraising professionals from across the world in all types of non-profits. Theresa earned an M.A. in College Student Personnel from Bowling Green State University. As a proud graduate of the University of Maine, she serves as both an admissions ambassador and on the Board of Directors of the Alumni Association.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESTheresa’s work through Responsive Fundraising Theresa’s firm TJL PartnersOne of Theresa’s appearances on The Fundraising Talent PodcastTheresa’s book recommendation: John Hope Bryant’s Love Leadership

The role of strength training is underutilized -- but entrepreneur Chris Ritter is trying to change that. In this exclusive interview with Kelly and Maria, Chris talks about how strength is the foundation for all athletic growth and how seeking out mentorship from others has helped him succeed in his own business. MORE ABOUT CHRIS RITTERChris Ritter is the founder of RITTER Sports Performance, offering specific training sets and workouts, in-depth technique tips and analysis and dryland and strength training programs to help coaches make their swimmers faster. Leading up to the founding of the RITTER Sports Performance, Chris was both a strength coach and a swim coach for a number of programs at the club and collegiate level, including a professional swim group that was training for the 2008 USA Olympic Trials and the 2008 Olympic Games. Chris Ritter hosts two weekly podcasts: Swim Coaches Base podcast and the SURGE Strength podcast.Episode Topics and MentionsRITTER Sports PerformanceDryland trainingCullen JonesSwim Coaches Base podcast SURGE Strength podcastMasters swimmingHealth coachingLife coachingMentorshipGolfHikingKobe BryantTakeawaysMaria Strength training is the basis of athleticism and gaining better endurance.The role of mentorship is vital, even to people who serve as mentors and coaches. Hire a mentor or a coach.KellyCreativity is often stimulated through other deep thinking subjects.Self-care is so important to productivity and success. Quote of the Week"Trying to continually increase endurance and completely dismiss strength is a waste." -- Chris RitterSubscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play. Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com.

59: 5 Keys to Leading Dynamic Virtual Meetings (Lea Williams) SUMMARYEven before the pandemic, the lack of effective meetings was one of the biggest productivity challenges for many nonprofit organizations. As a leader, you cannot afford to waste the collective time and talent of your staff, board and key volunteers. To offer practical advice for better meetings - especially in a virtual setting - Dr. Lea Williams shares her five keys for creating a more dynamic and productive culture when you bring your team together in episode #59 of the Path. She discusses how to assess your “meeting ROI”, how to design a thoughtful agenda, how to prepare with purpose, how to master your virtual platform, and how to keep the momentum going. Listen for these and other ideas to help you lead your nonprofit. ABOUT LEALea is an Organizational Scientist who joined the PMA team in June of 2020. Prior to joining the firm, Lea dedicated her time to two main areas: earning her Ph.D. in Organizational Science from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and serving 15+ nonprofits through pro-bono consulting engagements through the Volunteer Program Assessment. In addition to her nonprofit work, while obtaining her Doctorate, Lea also worked in several Talent Management/Organizational Development roles at large organizations in Charlotte, such as Ingersoll Rand, Duke Energy, TIAA, and Jacobsen. Given her strong research background, she is skilled at gathering input and synthesizing it to help nonprofit leaders develop innovative solutions. Her specialties include meeting effectiveness (the subject of her dissertation), leadership, board, and staff training and development, data analysis (both quantitative and qualitative), strategic planning, survey design, stakeholder research, and volunteer retention/engagement. She also received her Master's in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and her bachelor's degree in Psychology from Davidson College. EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESSteven Rogelberg’s book The Surprising Science of MeetingsRogelberg’s 10 Quick Tips to Make Remote Meetings WorkLea’s work at PMA through consulting and meeting facilitation

Kara Lynn Joyce: How to Trust Yourself, Episode #81September 15, 2020Taking the time to listen to your inner voice can lead you to the best, most authentic decisions. Olympic swimmer Kara Lynn Joyce talks with Kelly and Maria about how she avoids a “people pleasing” mentality to truly follow her heart.More about Kara Lynn JoyceKara Lynn Joyce is a three-time USA Olympic swimmer. Kara competed in the 2004, 2008 and 2012 Olympics for Team USA, winning a total of four medals. As a swimmer for the University of Georgia under Coach Jack Bauerle, Joyce won 18 NCAA titles and set the American Record in the 50-yard and 50-meter freestyle.Her Olympic journey has been captured in the beautiful and inspirational film, "Touch the Wall”, which has been screened globally in theaters and is available on Amazon Prime. In 2017, Kara founded the LEAD Sports Summit for teenage girl athletes which connects female athletes with accomplished women in sports. In a few short years, the initiative has grown from a yearly event to an online community and academy. The LEAD Sports Academy is a home base for teenage girl athletes, parents and coaches. It offers comprehensive online courses in leadership, confidence, sports psychology and more. Episode Topics and MentionsJack BaureleLEAD Sports AcademyTouch The Wall - filmDenver, ColoradoMadisyn CoxElizabeth BeiselMissy FranklinJason LezakWhy We Sleep by Matthew Walker, Ph.D.Reviving Ophelia by Mary PipherThe Power of When by Michael Breus, Ph.D.Archetypes of sleepPerseveranceMeditationThe importance of trusting your gutThe Price is RightTakeawaysKellyPlay the long game. Do not expect to be an overnight success at anything. If something matters enough, tap into the “why” and keep going.Don’t worry about pleasing others. Find confidence in yourself and forget about what others think.MariaTrust your gut. Take the time to think about how you feel about something. If it doesn’t feel right, don’t do it. Find a way to “meditate” every day -- wherever or however you do it. Walking, deep breathing and getting outside in nature can facilitate this.Quote of the Week“Perseverance is so important. It means playing the long game.” -- Kara Lynn JoyceSubscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play. Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com.

58: How to Make Nonprofit Leadership Your Dream Job (Carson Tate) SUMMARYGiven the uncertainty we all face right now, it is reassuring to speak with someone like Carson Tate who understands the challenges of maintaining personal and professional balance, as well as the nuances of productivity. Carson offers great advice and resources for nonprofit leaders in Episode #58 of the Path, starting with an understanding of your personal productivity style, and how to adapt if your style does not match those you work with! We also explored the origins of her first book on productivity, Work Simply, and the exciting debut of her second book, Own It, Love It, Make It Work: How to Turn Any Job into Your Dream Job. Ready to jump start your personal and professional productivity? This episode is a good place to start!ABOUT CARSONA dynamic teacher and coach, Carson is known for igniting personal transformation through her simple, powerful and actionable strategies and tools. She wants people to work smarter, not harder and is on a mission to debunk the time management myths that keep us trapped and overwhelmed, and help us personalize our productivity so we can work simply AND live fully. Carson has the professional magic and personal spark to ignite change quickly, easily, and efficiently. So many experts in the productivity space offer tools help people work smarter. But with Carson’s strategies comes a call to action for each of us navigating our fast-paced, results-driven world to look deeper into our lives to discover the meaning that drives us. Carson serves as a consultant, coach, and trainer to executives at Fortune 500 companies including (but not limited to) AbbVie, Deloitte, FedEx and Wells Fargo. The author of Work Simply and Own It. Love It. Make It Work, her views have also been included in top-tier business media including Bloomberg Businessweek, CBS Money Watch, Fast Company, Forbes, Harvard Business Review blog, The New York Times, USA Today, Working Mother and more. Carson holds a BA in psychology from Washington and Lee University, a Masters in Organization Development, and a Coaching Certificate from the McColl School of Business at Queens University.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESCarson’s resources for podcast listeners HEREPreorder a copy of Own It. Love It. Make it Work.What is your work style? Take the Productivity Style Assessment Brene’ Brown’s book Dare to Lead

Dr. Martin Rossman: Get Rid of Stress & Anxiety, Episode #80September 8, 2020Chronic worry and stress steal joy and can lead to physical health problems. Dr. Martin Rossman joins Kelly and Maria to share his techniques for finding peace in life -- especially in the midst of the pandemic.More about Dr. RossmanFor nearly 50 years, Dr. Martin Rossman, an expert in mind/body medicine, has been teaching people to skillfully use their minds to release stress, relax the body, help with body healing and solve problems more creatively. He co-founded the Academy for Guided Imagery and has trained more than 10,000 doctors, nurses, and therapists to utilize the powerful form of mind/body therapy called Interactive Guided Imagery. Dr. Rossman is a long-time Marin physician and Clinical Faculty member at the University of California, San Francisco. His large body of work is also available via online classes and tools at TheHealingMind.org. He is the author of three popular books, numerous medical textbook chapters and co-founded a postgraduate training institute. He also created a national PBS television show that reached over 4 million people. Episode Topics and MentionsFree Resources to help with your stress and self-careThe Course: The 3 Keys to CalmnessAcademy for Guided Imagery Interactive Guided ImageryUniversity of California, San FranciscoTheHealingMind.orgPBSPandemicThe Worry Solution (book)The role of the imaginationHow to cope with worryVisualizationTakeawaysKellyChronic worry is really just a bad habit. It does not take a million reversals, but just minor changes can correct this. It’s not that hard to change course if you get ahead of stress and tap into free resources to manage it. MariaInteractive Guided Imagery is not hard to do and it is so important.We can manage mind/body interactions to stay healthy. Quote of the Week"Your imagination is very powerful, untrained it can injure you. You must learn to train it like a stallion; guide it, befriend it and make it work for you." -- Dr. Martin RossmanSubscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play. Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com.

57: Bringing Authenticity to Nonprofit Leadership (Lisa Baxter) SUMMARYLike many in the nonprofit sector, Lisa Baxter did not seek a role in philanthropy; the sector quite literally sought her out. And while the path to nonprofit leadership has not always been accommodating to her, the lessons learned and wisdom gained has helped Lisa not only succeed but also provides valuable advice for other leaders on a similar career track. In episode #57 of the Path podcast, Lisa discusses the systems she has in place to remain productive while balancing work and family, and also how she’s even more sensitive to the value of her time. She also shares some great resources that have helped her develop her skills and encourage others to join the profession.ABOUT LISALisa is the Director of Major Gifts for MLK Community Health Foundation in Los Angeles and is responsible for the strategic direction and management of key donors and fundraising initiatives essential to developing, expanding and stewarding major philanthropic support for the hospital. Lisa has worked in the nonprofit sector for 12 years including roles as the Director of Development for After-School All-Stars, Los Angeles (ASAS-LA), the Associate Director, Corporate Giving at Starlight Children’s Foundation and the Director of Corporate Development at Make-A-Wish Greater Los Angeles. Prior to Make-A-Wish, Lisa worked at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) for five years as an Associate Director, Major and Planned Gifts. Lisa began her career in nonprofit as a Match Support Specialist at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles and earned her BA in English from Mount Saint Mary’s University and currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Association of Fundraising Professionals of Greater Los Angeles (AFP-GLAC) and Conaxion a non-profit that supports small businesses in South LA with access to capital, technical assistance and resources needed to grow and thrive. Lisa is also the 2020 Chair of the AFP-GLAC I.D.E.A. (Inclusion. Diversity. Equity. Access.) Committee.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESWomen of Color in Fundraising and PhilanthropyCreating Safe Spaces for Crucial Conversations about Race: Virtual WorkshopLaura Frederick’s book The AskDale Carnegie’s book How to Win Friends & Influence PeopleThomas Crane’s book The Heart of Coaching

Trailblazing swim coach Teri McKeever has earned an astonishing number of achievements on Olympic and collegiate levels, and she says that recognizing strengths and working hard to maximize them is a path to success. She also advises her swimmers to be creative in how they train and perform in order to reach their goals. Listen in as she shares these and other champion insights with Kelly and Maria. Contact Kelly and Maria at hello@championsmojo.com.MORE ON TERI MCKEEVERTeri McKeever was the first ever female head coach of the U.S. Olympic swim team, earning this honor at the 2012 Olympics. She is currently the head women’s swim coach at the University of California at Berkeley, where she has served for the past 28 seasons. McKeever has also been a two-time U.S. Olympic team assistant coach, seven-time U.S. World Championships team assistant coach, two-time U.S. Pan Pacs head coach and U.S. World short-course championships head coach. She’s also coached 26 Olympians who have won 36 Olympic medals. McKeever’s UC teams have won four NCAA titles and she’s been voted Pac-12 Coach of the Year eight times. She has won four Pac-12 team titles and coached six national Swimmers of the Year, including greats like: Natalie Coughlin, Missy Franklin and most recently, Kathleen Baker. These are just a few of her NCAA awards and her Golden Bears have captured 65 NCAA individual or relay titles. Episode Topics and MentionsBob BowmanJenny ThompsonUniversity of California at BerkeleyElementary EducationNatalie CoughlinMissy FranklinKathleen BakerUniversity of Southern CaliforniaFamily of 10Teri’s mom was her coachPersonal excellenceHelen SilverTakeawaysMariaBe willing to fail and pivot. Recognize the opportunity in things that don’t work out. Fail quickly and move forward with what is next.Building up others -- making others better -- in the long run is more important than individual wins. KellyThere is more than one way to skin a cat - be creative at reaching success. Discover and own your strengths -- then exploit them. Quote of the Week"What you really need to do is figure out what you do well and exploit the heck out of it." -- Teri McKeeverSubscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play. Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com

The root cause of conflict in relationship communication frequently isn’t what IS said but rather, what ISN’T said. Kelly and Maria share tips for improving communication to bring greater understanding and intimacy to all types of relationship. Contact Kelly and Maria at hello@championsmojo.com.Episode Topics and MentionsGood communicationCloseness/IntimacyJohn M. GottmanPoliticsStonewalling“Put yourself on the other person’s map.”Life coachingBi-romanticGary Chapman, The Five Love LanguagesHarville Hendrix, Getting the Love You WantTwo Types of Communication 1. Closed Heart Communication - includes the Four Horsemen that poison relationships: a. Criticism: When one person implies that there is something wrong with the other person. The other person will most likely feel attacked and respond defensively. b. Defensiveness: When the person responding to a perceived criticism counter attacks with another criticism or plays the innocent victim. c. Contempt: When one person puts themselves on a superior moral high ground or holds the other with disgust. d. Stonewalling: When one person withdraws from the conversation either physically or energetically.2. Appreciative Communication -- coming from a lens of appreciation for another person’s point of view and asks these questions: a. What? b. When? c. How? d. Who?Five Love Languages 1. Words of affirmation 2. Quality time 3. Giving/receiving gifts 4. Acts of service 5. Physical touchQuote of the Week“The number one problem, though I prefer the word challenge, in marriage is indeed effective communication.” -- Laura YoungSubscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play. Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.comKeep up with the show by visiting ChampionsMojo.com and visiting the Facebook page, Instagram page, and Twitter page.

55: Recalibrating Your Fundraising Strategy as a Nonprofit Leader (Alison Singer) SUMMARYLike most nonprofit leaders, you are likely driven by passion for a cause that is meaningful to you. Alison Singer is certainly a great example of that drive, but she has also taken her lifelong commitment to serving individuals and families with Autism and turned it into a national nonprofit called the Autism Science Foundation. Her story is a fascinating one, and her podcast episode, #55 on the Path, also serves as a master class in the fundamentals of starting a nonprofit, and real-time adaptations to special event planning, fundraising and powerful online resources. We also discussed her organizational and team-building strategies during the pandemic, and what things she expects to continue beyond COVID-19. ABOUT ALISONAlison is the Co-Founder and President of the Autism Science Foundation and she manages the foundation’s strategy and directs it to fulfill its mission of supporting autism research and educating the public to increase awareness of autism and the needs of individuals and families affected by autism. Alison has served on the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC) since 2007. She also currently serves on the executive board of the Yale Child Study Center, on the external advisory board of the Marcus Autism Center at Emory University, and on the external advisory board of the CDC’s Center for Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities. Alison chairs the International Society for Autism Research public relations committee and is a member of the IMFAR program committee and community advisory committee. She graduated magna cum laude from Yale University with a B.A. in Economics and has an MBA from Harvard Business School. During the COVID-19 pandemic, ASF has launched several new programs to respond quickly to the changing needs of the autism community and make sure that critically needed autism research continues to progress. EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESThe Autism Science Foundation’s Day of Learning (September 22, 2020)The Autism Science Foundation’s Pivot Grants program The Autism Science Foundation’s Webinar Series for SiblingsAlison’s pick: Nir Eyal’s book Indistractable

Staying focused on the task at hand -- and not allowing the big picture to overwhelm you -- is one of the keys to Olympian Josh Prenot’s success. In this exclusive interview, Josh talks about his life as a professional swimmer and the advice he would give to others to get a champion’s mindset.Contact Kelly and Maria at hello@championsmojo.com.MORE ABOUT JOSH PRENOTJosh Prenot is an Olympic silver medalist and American record holder in the 200m breaststroke. A graduate of University of California, Berkeley, Josh’ s college career culminated with a gold medal just kept getting better in a college career that culminated in 2016 with a gold medal at the NCAAs in the 400 IM. He followed that with a win and an American record in the 200m breaststroke at the Olympic trials and a silver medal in the 200 m breaststroke in the 2016 Rio Olympics. Josh Prenot has been swimming since he and his mother did “mom and me” swim lessons as a baby. Josh is from Santa Maria, California and graduated from the University of California, Berkeley with a Physics degree. He is currently a professional swimmer sponsored by Adidas and in 2019 was named a member of the LA Current ISL team. He married his long time girlfriend, Tiffany Sudarma, in Indonesia in a wedding photographed by People Magazine. Episode Topics and MentionsAdidasTiffany SudarmaUniversity of California, BerkeleyISL, International Swim LeagueL.A. Current, ISL teamPeople magazinePhysicsSan Francisco Bay AreaAquatic Park in San FranciscoWeightliftingHikingBikingTom ShieldsNathan AdrianNatalie CoughlinInternal motivationWorking hard vs. trying hardThe pitfalls of multitaskingTakeawaysMariaDo the thing that you need to do in that moment, right now. Do not let the big picture overwhelm you.The technique of debriefing helps you understand where you’ve succeeded and where you can improve, and it applies to all areas of life. KellyStay in the moment, paying attention to the process. You can control process more than outcome.Internal motivation involves being focused on what you can do and staying in your own lane to reach success. If you are doing anything for someone else - or are externally motivated - you will end up disappointed or dissatisfied. Quote of the Week"My best time management is done by never multi-tasking, only considering the task at hand and doing that really well and then moving on to the next thing." -- Josh PrenotSubscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play. Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.comKeep up with the show by visiting ChampionsMojo.com and visiting the Facebook page, Instagram page, and Twitter page.

In this week's episode of Decide Your Destiny, we speak to 75 Hard Master, 1st Phorm Legionnaire, and a man who lost over 150 pounds, Josh Cannelora. Josh shares his story of losing 150 pounds and what it takes to have a massive transformation. He shares how he developed a discipline that allowed him to complete 75 Hard even while having knee surgery on day 72. We dive into other topics such as parenting, relationships, self-confidence, and more. Episode Topics:1:25 = 75 Hard Journey 4:55 = Choosing To Fail Vs Failing By Mistake7:30 = Just Get Started - Don’t Overthink.11:25 = Choosing To Get Surgery16:10 = Planning To Succeed Or Planning To Fail23:05 = When People Who Love You The Most Give You The Out 29:30 = 75Hard The Day Of Knee Surgery38:25 = Finishing 75 Hard While Recovering From Surgery 42:15 = The Mindset To Keep Going44:50 = Take The Road Less Traveled 49:56 = Switching Your Mindset To Not Quit 52:56 = Your Credit Score1:05:04 = Choosing The Hard Route With Parenting1:09:27 = Hardest Things When Starting Weight Loss Journey1:11:40 = Choosing Your Priorities 1:13:28 = How Can Someone Have A Mindset Shift1:20:15 = You Have To Love Yourself To Be Your Best To OthersIf you got value from this episode, please like & subscribe. It would mean a lot to me! If you want more free content, visit my website at https://JoshJacobs.com

54: Building a Leadership Gift Culture at Your Nonprofit Organization (Chris McLeod) SUMMARYHow do you assure your nonprofit is in a position to receive Leadership Gifts? Many nonprofit organizations dream of that type transformational donor investment, but fail to put themselves in a good position to receive one. Chris McLeod knows all about that challenge, and helped co-found the Institute for Philanthropic Leadership - and its signature program called Leadership Gift School – to help organizations better articulate their case for leadership giving. Chris and I had a great conversation about LGS on episode #54 of the Path Podcast, and also discussed the work she’s done over her 25-year nonprofit career in planned giving and in other fundraising settings. Chris was also willing to open up about her battle with cancer and the career choices she’s made as a result of personal and professional challenges. ABOUT CHRISChris is the Director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Duke University and her professional experience is wide-ranging prior to OLLI. It includes working as a Congressional Affairs Officer for the Office of Congressional Affairs with the Federal Emergency Management Agency; as Director of Corporate and Foundation Development for the Kenan-Flagler Business School at UNC-Chapel Hill; as Director of Fund Development and Planned Giving for the Carolinas HealthCare Foundation; as Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations for UNC-Charlotte; as Executive Director for The Greater Charlotte Cultural Trust of the Foundation For The Carolinas; and as founder and president of Giving Matters, Inc. (a consulting firm focused upon providing philanthropic counsel). In 2008, Chris was part of a group of philanthropy leaders in Charlotte who were inspired to develop a program to help educate nonprofit leaders about how to cultivate individuals for major gifts; this effort resulted in the creation of the Institute for Philanthropic Leadership and its inaugural program, the Leadership Gift School. Chris earned her bachelor’s degree in political science with honors from Wheaton College and a J.D. from American University. Following her graduation from American, she was admitted to the Maryland Bar. She has also completed the Bridges Program for Academic Leadership (Chapel Hill) and the Innovation Institute of the Transformational Leadership Program (McColl Center for Visual Arts). EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESRegister for IPL’s New Development Professionals or Leadership Gift School ProgramsApply for PMA’s Mastermind ProgramHenri Nouwen’s book A Spirituality of FundraisingOsha Davidson’s book The Best of EnemiesBruce Feiler’s book Life is in the Transitions: Mastering Change at Any Age

After facing a setback in his Olympic career, Canadian swimmer Scott Dickens had the choice to retreat or find new motivation to succeed. Listen in as he shares the unexpected source of inspiration for his Olympic comeback -- and more about his latest venture, FORM Smart Swim Goggles.Contact Kelly and Maria at hello@championsmojo.com.MORE ABOUT SCOTT DICKENSScott Dickens is a two-time Canadian Olympic swimmer, making the 2004 and 2012 teams. He is the Director of Strategic Partnerships for FORM swim goggles. Episode Topics and Mentions FORM Smart Swim GogglesHeart rateSwimming metricsIntervalsBluetoothMark SpitzAtrial fibrillationMuscular fatigueCommunication skillsWork ethicAbility to be hungry and want moreLifelong learningFinancial planningMBAHalf marathon trainingDepressionTakeawaysKellyFocusing on others around you can take away from your own growth and success. Don’t worry about your competitors. Get back to the basics - do the things you are really passionate about and the core of what you believe. Skip the bells and whistles. MariaWhen we have a big setback or loss, get right back out there and find motivation in the people and experiences around you.Never give up. Quote of the Week "You are going to have failures, but it's how you learn from those mistakes and stand back up and keep going that's important." -- Scott DickensSubscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play. Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.comKeep up with the show by visiting ChampionsMojo.com and visiting the Facebook page, Instagram page, and Twitter page.

53: Building A Legacy Organization Through Nonprofit Leadership (Jeff Michael) SUMMARYEvery nonprofit organization has an upcoming anniversary, whether it’s their first, their 150th, or somewhere in between. While simply celebrating an anniversary may not help your organization achieve strategic success, it may well provide a unique opportunity to raise awareness of your organization's history, as well as elevate your vision going forward. That’s exactly what Jeff Michael and I discussed during episode #53 of the Path Podcast. Jeff is the Director of UNC Charlotte’s Urban Institute, a unique and collaborative organization that partners with nonprofit and municipal entities to improve all aspects of the region it serves. Jeff brings great insight not only from his leadership journey, but from how he’s embraced innovation during this time of virtual programming, and utilized his organization’s 50th anniversary to sharpen his vision for future success. He also offers great suggestions for nonprofit leaders on their professional development plans, and how they might partner with organizations like his to make a data-driven case for support that is appealing to funders and to the community at large. ABOUT JEFF Jeff received a BS in Business Administration and a Master of Regional Planning from UNC Chapel Hill, as well as a J.D. from the UNC School of Law. He is often called upon by the media and policy makers to draw upon his professional and personal knowledge of the Charlotte region to provide expert commentary on the economic, environmental and social issues facing the region. In addition to his administrative responsibilities, Jeff has played a lead role in the creation of the Institute’s Charlotte Regional Indicators Project, and frequently lends his expertise in land use and environmental law to research projects. He also serves as acting Director of the RENCI@UNC Charlotte Engagement Center. Prior to coming to the Institute in 2003, Jeff served as Executive Director of the Wildacres Leadership Initiative in Durham, as founding Director of The Land Trust for Central NC in Salisbury, and founding Director of the Yadkin-Pee Dee Lakes Project in Badin. He was selected as a William C. Friday Fellow in 1997 and as an American Marshall Memorial Fellow in 2005. He serves on the boards of the Conservation Trust of NC, Wildacres Retreat, and The LandTrust for Central North Carolina, the Advisory Council of the Carolina Thread Trail, and the Trust for Public Land’s Carolinas Advisory Board.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESFinding a University Public Service Institute through CUPSORaj Chetty’s research on economic mobility through Opportunity InsightsRon Heifetz’s book Leadership Without Easy AnswersJames Baldwin’s Collected Essays

On today’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin has the pleasure of interviewing Jon Bobrow, founder of the game company Move38 and designer of the smart tabletop gaming system, Blinks. The two discuss Jon’s background in designing military simulations and large interactive museum exhibits as well as the steps that led him to the development of Blinks. We get a quick rundown of Blinks and learn about the development opportunities it offers its community of game designers and teachers. Jon also gives advice for teachers looking to maximize learning outcomes with gaming. Episode Topics and Interviews Board Gaming with Education Updates- GBL Course 00:53 Who is Jon Bobrow? - 1:13 Building Installations and Simulations - 2:39 Blinks Game System - 12:04 The Various Games of "Blinks" - 18:10 Developing Your Own Game with "Blinks Game System" - 20:50 Learning through Design - 24:50 Last Words of Advice: Growing Design Thinkers - 28:50 Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 31:40 How can you support us? There are many free and paid ways to support the show. Be sure to check out our support page!  Support our podcast! Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round. Thank you to Dallas Welk, the editor of this episode! Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode. https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/jon-bobrow

A person’s self-worth has nothing to do with what they produce or their perceived success by others. Olympic swimmer Caroline Burckle talks with Kelly and Maria about how reflecting on her swimming career -- as well as pursuing other talents and passions -- has strengthened her belief in her inherent worth.   Contact Kelly and Maria at hello@championsmojo.com. MORE ABOUT CAROLINE BURCKLE Caroline Burckle grew up in Louisville, Kentucky and swam for the University of Florida, winning two NCAA individual championships in 2008. She was named the 2008 NCAA Female Swimmer of the Year and earned a bronze medal in the 2008 Beijing Olympics, swimming the 4×200-meter freestyle relay.  Since retiring from swimming in 2010, Burckle has started RISE Athletes, a mentorship program for young athletes. Burckle is also a professional artist and swimwear designer. Episode Topics and Mentions University of Florida 2008 Beijing Olympics RISE Athletes Mentorship Redondo Beach, California Swimwear designer Depression Mental health and athletes Self-worth Authenticity NFL Michael Bennett Michael Phelps Painting Artist Parenting Motherhood and identity Weightlifting Janet Evans Being “seen” Limiting beliefs Introversion Clark Burckle Takeaways Maria It is so important to be authentic and to be seen for your real self, not just one aspect of your life.  People can be good at more than one thing. Hold space for the different parts of yourself. Kelly Use confidence as a tool for getting through the pain. You don’t have to “produce” to have value.  Quote of the Week:  "I think one should look at where their self-worth lies, who are they are as a human being first, before we talk about what they can produce." -- Caroline Burckle Subscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play.  Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com Keep up with the show by visiting ChampionsMojo.com and visiting the Facebook page, Instagram page, and Twitter page. 

51: Is a Merger Right for Your Nonprofit? (Laura Belcher)SUMMARYAs uncertain conditions continue to challenge nonprofit leaders and their ability to plan strategically, the need for effective collaboration is greater than ever. While effective partnerships and collaborative opportunities exist without an actual merger taking place, many nonprofit leaders are contemplating what an actual merger might do for their organization. In episode #51 of the Path Podcast, Laura Belcher, the President & CEO of Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region, and I had a great discussion about all three phases of a nonprofit merger. What should you be looking for in a potential merger partner? How do you effectively plan for the merger to take place? How do you implement the merger once the decision has been made? These are just a few of the strategic topics Laura and I discussed, and she offers a wealth of ideas and advice based on her journey that will help anyone on the path to nonprofit leadership. ABOUT LAURALaura joined Habitat Charlotte in 2014. The organization’s mission is to remove barriers to affordable housing by bringing people together to build homes, communities and hope. During her tenure, Laura has overseen a 30% growth in production, led the effort in the creation and implementation of the 2016-2020 strategic plan, and in February of this year, managed the merger between Habitat Charlotte and Our Towns Habitat, creating Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region. Over the last two years, she has been instrumental in the affiliate’s offering more diverse housing solutions and an expansion in financial literacy offerings. Laura has served on numerous committees of Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI); she currently co-chairs the Collaborative Operating Model Executive Task Force and was elected to a 3-year term on the HFHI US Council. She spent the first 20 years of her career in corporate roles with Arthur Andersen, Wachovia Securities and Transamerica. Laura is a CPA, a graduate of the College of William and Mary, and spent 9 years in nonprofit work as CFO/COO of the Arts & Sciences Council prior to joining Habitat. She attributes her passion for Habitat to her church where she started volunteering and building houses over 20 years ago. EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESHabitat for Humanity InternationalGino Wickman’s book Traction

Endurance cyclist Jeffrey Ritter had to take small steps and set big goals to reach full recovery from a broken neck. He talks with Kelly and Maria about finding inspiration within to conquer each moment and how to “embrace the day.” Contact Kelly and Maria at hello@championsmojo.com. MORE ABOUT JEFFREY RITTER Jeffrey Ritter is a world champion cyclist who made a full recovery from a broken neck and other injuries he sustained while training on his bicycle. At the 2019 Borrego Springs 12-hour world time trials, he was the champion -- completing 181 miles in 12 hours. He was a visiting lecturer at the University of Oxford, an author of multiple books (including two books of poetry) and is a world renowned expert on doing business in the digital age.  Episode Topics and Mentions French Alps Race Across America, endurance race Recovery from a broken neck University of Oxford London Zwift Durham, North Carolina Col du Galibier Recumbent bike Cruzbike Goal setting Visualization Reshaping goals Gardening/growing cucumbers Sourdough bread Brain cancer Accountability Muhammed Ali Endurance cycling Using rage/anger as motivation Bicycle link tattoo Jim Parker “Embrace the day” Takeaways Kelly It’s important to remember the power of passion for motivation in everything in life. Passion is contagious. Endurance athletes have a willingness to expose themselves to suffering. In that difficulty, champion moments are made.  Maria Set small goals to reach larger ones, especially when it is hard to see the big goal off in the distance.  Optimism is so important to thinking about future goals. Positivity can turn goals into reality. Quote of the Week:  “Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.” -- Muhammad Ali Subscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play.  Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com Keep up with the show by visiting ChampionsMojo.com and visiting the Facebook page, Instagram page, and Twitter page.

On today’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin sits down with Nick Metzler, a game designer at Spin Master and past winner of Chicago’s Toy and Game Week’s Young Inventor Challenge. The two discuss contextual learning and strategies for gamifying a classroom to effectively motivate young learners. We learn about Nick’s journey as a contestant in the Young Inventor’s Challenge and how it opened up his career and pushed him into the professional sphere of the game and toy industry. We also get insight on Nick’s day to day activities as a full-time game designer and learn about some of the games he developed. Episode Topics and Interviews Board Gaming with Education Updates- GBL Course 00:53 Who is Nick Metzler? - 1:49 Learning through Gaming: Contextual Learning and Gamification - 4:24 From Hobby to Career - 7:48 Gamification in the Classroom - 13:02 "That's Cheating" and "Squashed" - 19:54 Game Design Full-Time - 22:34 Last Words of Advice: Growing Design Thinkers - 25:21 Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 31:19 How can you support us? There are many free and paid ways to support the show. Be sure to check out our support page!  Support our podcast! Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round. Thank you to Dallas Welk, the editor of this episode! Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode. https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/nick-metzler

50: Elevating A Cause Through Nonprofit Leadership (Curtis Drafton)SUMMARYNot many nonprofit leaders have actually experienced the personal and professional challenges facing the individuals their organization serves. After two Army tours in the Middle East left him injured, Curtis Drafton then had to overcome the tragic loss of his fiancé to cancer. In his words, he was “mentally broken and confused,” but also realized he was not alone in his struggle. Few would have blamed him for taking years to get his life and career in order, but Curtis realized many of the challenges he faced were not dissimilar from thousands of other veterans who had selflessly served this country. From that point on, Curtis found his calling, and helped found the U.S. Veterans Hall of Fame. In episode #50 of the Path Podcast, Curtis and I had a great conversation in which he shares practical insight for nonprofit leaders trying to turn a cause into a successful organization. What resources were most helpful to Curtis? How did he approach fundraising on a local, regional and national level? How did he identify the volunteers, partners, and resources necessary to make the concept of a Hall of Fame much more than a building? Answers to these questions and much more in this episode! ABOUT CURTISAfter an all-state high school track and field career in Ohio, Curtis enrolled at Columbus State Community College with dreams of transferring to Ohio State and eventually training for the Olympics. Two nagging knee injuries ended his athletic career, however, and an enlistment in the Army followed. After getting his degree in kinesiology, he completed a four-year military contract, and then took a year to care for his ailing fiancé who was diagnosed with ​acute lymphocytic leukemia​. After she passed away, he re-enlisted for an additional two-year commitment. Following his military service, he took on several positions in corporate America, bringing passion to each, but not finding the calling he was looking for. He then launched a volunteer rescue team to help veterans affected by natural disasters, and knew he had found his purpose. It was then he also became a Chaplain, and heard God’s calling for the U.S. Veterans Hall of Fame. Curtis is also a Minister on staff at Uplift Christian Ministries in Charlotte, NC, a collegiate athletics mentor, a veterans' needs advocate, a Search & Rescue Team Leader and an avid gardener.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESJamel Jackson’s book The Value of RelationshipsMark Batterson’s book In a Pit With a Lion on a Snowy Day

Believing in yourself and committing to learning more about your passions is what Olympic champion Jason Lezak says has brought him success throughout his career and life. He talks with Kelly and Maria about turning negative energy into positive thinking and what that pivotal moment at the 2008 Olympics taught him about self-belief.  Contact Kelly and Maria at hello@championsmojo.com. MORE ABOUT JASON LEZAK Jason Lezak is a four-time Olympian, Olympic champion and is best known for his role as the anchor of the USA’s gold medal relay in 2008 to a come-from-behind gold medal victory. Jason has eight Olympic medals, is the current world record holder and has the fastest 100-free split ever recorded. Today, Jason serves as the general manager of the International Swim League’s Cali Condors, is a sought after speaker and works with many charitable causes.  Episode Topics and Mentions 2008 Olympics 2004 Olympics International Swim League, ISL Cali Condors Michael Phelps Breast cancer Middle distance training Turning negativity into positive thinking Alain Bernard Rowdy Gaines Woollett Aquatics Center, Irvine Cognitive behavioral thought Takeaways Kelly Recognize negativity but then reframe it and replace it with positivity.  You have to be a student of life and learn about your sport, career and anything in life you want to succeed at doing.  Maria Do your own thing and what you need to do. Run/swim your own race.  Discipline takes consistency and self motivation. It is okay to want to win and be competitive.  Quote of the Week:  "Believe in yourself, don't focus on what other people believe." -- Jason Lezak Subscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play.  Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com Keep up with the show by visiting ChampionsMojo.com and visiting the Facebook page, Instagram page, and Twitter page. 

A must-watch for small businesses trying to navigate Facebook / Instagram marketing and reach more people, gain customers, build clientele! That Expert Show host Anna Canzano interviews the premier Facebook marketing expert, Mari Smith. She's known as the Queen of Facebook. WATCH THIS EPISODE http://bit.ly/MariSmithWEB/ GET TIPSHEET FOR THIS EPISODE http://bit.ly/MariSmithTIPSHEET/ CONNECT Facebook http://Facebook.com/AnnaCanzano Twitter http://Twitter.com/Anna_Canzano Instagram http://Instagram.com/AnnaCanzano LEARN MORE https://ThatExpertShow.com EPISODE TOPICS 2:25 How to become verified   5:00 Words to avoid in posts to reach a broader audience   8:00 Creator Studio 9:00 What content is best 13:10 Thumbnail graphics 16:50 Marketing and boosted posts 20:40 Ads Manager 23:20 Building a following   25:40 Hashtag smarts 29:00 Crossposting 31:45 How many posts a day

48: Agile Arts Leadership in the Nonprofit Sector (Devlin McNeil)SUMMARYHow do you manage an Arts organization when every aspect of your program is disrupted? Perhaps no nonprofit sector has more challenges right now than Arts & Culture organizations, given the limitations to programming, performances and gatherings. And with the philanthropic community understandably focused on health and human services, the Arts sector faces even greater needs for agile leadership. Fortunately, Devlin McNeil, the President & Executive Director of Arts+, provides great insight as to how any organization can adapt and change despite challenges from every direction in episode #48 of the Path Podcast. In addition to her change management strategies, Devlin and I discussed how she’s attracted and retained a very talented team of staff leaders, as well as built an incredibly dynamic board of directors. She also provides great insight about evaluating and ultimately choosing the right nonprofit leadership role to fit your personal mission and career goals. ABOUT DEVLINDevlin joined Community School of the Arts (CSA), now Arts+, in June 2013. As President & Executive Director, she is responsible for the leadership and management of the organization, facilitates programs and key partnerships, and directs efforts to ensure sustainable funding. Devlin received her BFA, as a non-traditional student, from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC) with concentrations in Photography and Art History and has completed coursework for the Master of Arts in Arts Administration (MAAA) program at Winthrop University. Prior to her role at Arts+, she worked for McColl Center for Visual Art for 10 1⁄2 years – with a brief hiatus of 10 months to work with the Public Art Program of the Charlotte Area Transit System. Her roles at McColl Center included Marketing, Education Director, Program Director, and before leaving her tenure there, Chief Operating Officer. Devlin began her career in non-profit arts management after formerly working for First Union National Bank (now Wells Fargo) and brings a complementary blend of non-profit and corporate experience to her role as Executive Director. She has been a presenter at the North Carolina Arts Education Conference, a panelist for the United Arts Council of Greater Greensboro and the Charlotte Area Transit System—where she also served as a curator, and a juror for many art competitions including UNC Charlotte and Scholastics. She has associations with NAEA – National Art Education Association, National Guild for Community Arts Education, Charlotte Symphony Guild, Women Executives, and serves on the board of the Charlotte Lesbian and Gay Fund. EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESArts+ Programs & ClassesPaulo Coelho’s book The Alchemist

Visualizing new habits or future successes before actually attempting them can help make them a reality. Tune in to hear Kelly and Maria’s tips on using mental rehearsal to improve your performance in all areas of life.  Contact Kelly and Maria at hello@championsmojo.com. Episode Topics and Mentions Mental practice Little rehearsals to change habits Huge rehearsals to manifest big change Dr. Judd Biasiotto University of Chicago  Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado John Flanagan Martín López-Zubero University of Florida 1992 Olympics NC State Women’s Swim Team Health coaching Visualization Tips for Using Mental Rehearsal Start by taking a few deep breaths - breathe in for five seconds, hold for five seconds, release for seven seconds. Get into a moment of relaxation. Tense and release different muscles. Create peaceful images in your mind’s eye. Put yourself in the situation where you want to be - visualize yourself in that actual moment.  Consider mentally rehearsing new habits before you actually do them.  Quote of the Week:  “What the mind can conceive and believe it can achieve.” – Napoleon Hill Subscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play.  Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com Keep up with the show by visiting ChampionsMojo.com and visiting the Facebook page, Instagram page, and Twitter page. 

46: Finding New Opportunities Through Nonprofit Leadership (Cheryl Richards)SUMMARYAs a nonprofit leader, how do you know when it’s the right time to make a change? That’s exactly where Dr. Cheryl Richards and I started our conversation, as she was only two weeks into her new role as the first female President of Johnson & Wales University’s Charlotte Campus. After great success in her previous leadership role as the CEO & Founding Regional Dean at Northeastern University, she certainly was not compelled to leave, but continued to follow her strategic career vision. In sharing her story, she offers a literal resource manual for current and aspiring nonprofit leaders. Cheryl details her goal-setting and self-assessment activities, her approach to fundraising and board development, and perhaps most importantly, how she has volunteered her time to gain invaluable professional and community experience. She also provides great advice for leading in a virtual environment, identifying and mentoring young leaders, and also throws in a few good books for us to read as well!ABOUT CHERYLCheryl began her tenure as President of Johnson & Wales University’s Charlotte Campus on June 15, 2020. Since 2011, she served as the Founding CEO and Regional Dean of Northeastern University’s Charlotte Campus. As their chief academic officer, she championed the licensure and growth in academic program offerings from eight to more than 50 undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs. Prior to Northeastern, Cheryl was a campus and academic dean at the Cato Campus of Central Piedmont Community College in Charlotte. Active in the community, Richards has served on a number of boards, including the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance and MeckEd. She currently serves on the boards of Progressive AE, Apparo, the American Heart Association, and Smart Start of Mecklenburg County. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy in Leadership for Higher Education at Capella University in Minnesota. She has a Master of Science degree in Student Affairs in Higher Education and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech Communication, both from Colorado State University.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESMichael Watkins’ book The First 90 DaysTom Rath’s book StrengthsFinder 2.0Lance Secretan’s book Inspire! What Great Leaders Do

Choosing gratitude over fear is what helps Olympian triathlete Sarah True embrace the tough moments and reach heightened success. In this exclusive interview with Kelly Palace and Maria Parker, Sarah discusses training, mindset and warding off depression. Tune in for inspiration from this world-class athlete.  Contact Kelly and Maria at hello@championsmojo.com. MORE ABOUT SARAH TRUE Sarah True is an American athlete who competes in triathlon. She represented the United States in triathlon in 2012, finishing in fourth place, and at the 2016 Summer Olympics. True is the winner of the 2007 ITU Aquathlon World Championships and finished in second place in the 2014 ITU World Triathlon Series. Episode Topics and Mentions Triathlete Middlebury College Peter Solomon Ironman triathlons Exercise versus training Intentionality COVID-19 Swimming fitness Depression Endurance training High performance sports Overtraining Kona Ironman Stress as a trigger Resilience Sarah True’s YouTube channel Takeaways Kelly Sarah was upfront in addressing her depression and how she faces it. Fear can hold us back. Let go of expectations to try something new. Maria Sarah mentioned patience in her career -- that she keeps the long view in mind. Sarah tries to be grateful in the hard moments to stay focused and successful. Quote of the Week:  "In painful moments or depressive moments, you have to be patient, stick it out, believe that you are going to get through it. It will pass." -- Sarah True Subscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play.  Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com Keep up with the show by visiting ChampionsMojo.com and visiting the Facebook page, Instagram page, and Twitter page. 

45: Navigating the Nonprofit Leadership Journey (David Malloy)SUMMARYMaking a job transition is challenging enough under any circumstance, but how about with the addition of a pandemic, cross-country logistics, and the addition of a new baby in the family?!?! That’s exactly what David Malloy had to maneuver as he assumed his new role as Executive Director of the California-Nevada United Methodist Foundation. David and I had great discussion in episode #45 of the Path in which he shares many lessons learned from the national search process as well as the orientation into a senior nonprofit leadership position. He also highlights crucial networking and life-long learning tactics that paid off right when he needed them to, and offers great take-aways for our listeners. David also finishes with some great books for that are sure to enhance the collections for those of you interested in similar Executive Director opportunities.ABOUT DAVIDDavid is the newly elected Executive Director of the California-Nevada United Methodist Foundation, which serves individuals, local church congregations and conference agencies. He came to the foundation after serving for 10 years in the Office of Development with the General Board of Global Ministries where he worked as the Director of Annual Conference Relationships and helped fundraise for over 900 projects and 350 missionaries in 65 countries. Malloy also coordinated trainings and presentations to equip church leadership with information on giving opportunities, donation data and project impact, including extensive work throughout Africa including Sudan, Uganda, Mozambique and Liberia, as well as for programs in Mexico, China and South Korea. Malloy previously served four years as the Director of Communications for the Greater New Jersey Conference, and before working in New Jersey, he was the fifth recipient of the Judith L. Weidman Fellowship sponsored by United Methodist Communications. Malloy is a fourth generation United Methodist and the product of a North Carolina Conference parsonage where he was taught the value of service in the church. David is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Pembroke with a bachelor's degree in communications with a public relations concentration. In 2015 he received a master’s degree in Fundraising and Non-Profit Management from Columbia University. David and his wife Summer welcomed their first child in December 2019.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESHenry Nouwen’s book The Spirituality of FundraisingWiley Publishing’s Not-for-Profit GAAP 2020Tax Economics of Charitable Giving 2018

Why do we sometimes do the opposite of what we know we should? What is self-sabotage? How does it keep us from achieving our goals and how do we recognize it and use it for positive change? If you’ve ever found yourself hitting the snooze button despite your intention to get up and work out or, going for the second piece of pie just when you’ve started to get traction on your weight loss goals, you’ll want to tune in.  Contact Kelly and Maria at hello@championsmojo.com. Episode Topics and Mentions Health coaching Dark chocolate Skin problem Critter/reptilian brain Food prep Love, safety, belonging Acceptance Eczema Self-compassion How Do We Recognize Self-Sabotage? Sabotage scenario #1:  Something else is always more important.  What story are we telling ourselves? This happens when we tell ourselves that everything is more important than our own goals and health.  Sabotage scenario #2: Desiring acceptance. This happens when you want love and acceptance and are afraid that doing something different or changing will impact your relationships. Who might be affected negatively if we go after and achieve our goals?  Sabotage scenario #3:  I’ve been good, I deserve a little extra. When we start to feel really good, it can feel unfamiliar and we try to bring ourselves back to the old status quo. Go back to your goals: Why did you want to achieve them?  Come up with 4 to 5 good reasons. Quote of the Week:  “Self-sabotage is when we say we want something and then go about making sure it doesn't happen.” -- Alyce Cornyn-Selby Subscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play.  Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com Keep up with the show by visiting ChampionsMojo.com and visiting the Facebook page, Instagram page, and Twitter page. 

Coaching the individual, and paying attention to every detail and person involved in the training process, are keys to international success, according to elite swimming coach Jon Rudd who joins hosts Kelly Palace and Maria Parker in this exclusive interview. Jon shares his thoughts on training Olympic swimmers and how the lessons from the pool translate into the rest of life.   Contact Kelly and Maria at hello@championsmojo.com. MORE ABOUT JON RUDD Jon Rudd has served as head coach for national teams from three different nations and has coached many swimmers to success at the Olympic, World, Commonwealth and European levels.  The number of British and English National Records set through Jon's coaching are in excess of 100 and set by athletes from over 35 countries around the world. Jon coached in the UK at Plymouth College, one of the world leaders in swimming. Currently he is the National Performance Director of Swimming & Diving for Ireland.  Episode Topics and Mentions Ruta Meilutyte Plymouth College David Marsh International Swim League, ISL World Swimming Coaches Association USRPT - Ultra Short Race Pace Training Cassie Patten Rudd snowflake theory New Zealand Rio Olympics Ben Proud Takeaways Kelly Skill and technique are the most important components to success; talent can only take you so far. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes -- just be sure to learn from them and not make them again.  Maria It’s clear that Jon Rudd’s success is rooted in his diligence and work ethic. You have to find what works for the individual when it comes to athletic training -- and this applies to the rest of life too.  Quote of the Week:  "It's okay to make a mistake, just don't make the same one twice."-- Jon Rudd Subscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play.  Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com Keep up with the show by visiting ChampionsMojo.com and visiting the Facebook page, Instagram page, and Twitter page.  *this show was recorded before the COVID-19 pandemic*

We did it! We hit triple digits with our podcast episodes. In podcast years, that amounts to about two years old, or so. For us, we have been releasing episodes since February 2018. In this episode, we get a visit from an old friend and chat about Dustin's aspirations when he first started the podcast, his journey along the way, and the future of the show. Listen in for some insights into podcasting, game-based learning design, and growing a community. Episode Topics and Interviews Board Gaming with Education Updates- newsletter, YouTube - 00:38 Rich Hill and Dustin Staats - 2:04 Inspiration for Board Gaming with Education - 5:00 All Aboard the English Train - 7:00 The Board Gaming with Education Community - 9:00 Dustin's Most Memorable Moment with the Podcast - 13:32 Learning Experiences with Teaching with Games - 14:32 The Future of Board Gaming with Education - 25:02 How can you support us? There are many free and paid ways to support the show. Be sure to check out our support page!  Support our podcast! Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round. Thank you to Dallas Welk, the editor of this episode! Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode. https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/episode-100

42: Challenging the Nonprofit Status Quo (Tina Postel)SUMMARYWhat should you put in place at your nonprofit organization before you encounter challenges like those we’re facing right now? That’s one of the many topics Tina Postel and I discuss in episode #42 of the Path podcast, and fortunately you’re not too late to implement many of her great ideas. Families struggling with food insecurities have enough barriers to overcome, and she knew her organization, Loaves & Fishes, had to be more effective and efficient even before the current coronavirus conditions began to affect her staff, volunteers and the families she serves. Tina put her leadership skills into play so she could not only maintain the volume of food provided but be nimble enough to expand and to explore other partnerships in her sector. Tina has always been a student of leadership, and we discussed her early efforts to utilize a professional coach and how she honestly appraised her skills so she could develop a plan to get better. She also has great insight on effectively hiring talent into the nonprofit sector, how she cultivates her board members, and advice she would offer those considering the nonprofit sector as a career path. Some good books to consider as well!ABOUT TINATina Postel serves as the Executive Director of Loaves & Fishes, Inc. where she oversees a network of over 40 emergency food pantries in Charlotte, North Carolina. In 2019, Loaves & Fishes provided groceries to over 80,000 neighbors in need. Tina previously served as Chief Executive Officer for the Billings Family YMCA. Tina has a BS in Psychology from the University of Iowa and a master’s degree in Organizational Leadership for Nonprofit Management from Lewis University. In addition to her leadership role at Loaves & Fishes, Tina is a nationally recognized speaker and trainer and presents on topics of collaboration, strategic planning, organizational development and servant leadership. She also serves as an Adjunct Professor at the University of North Carolina Charlotte and teaches graduate courses in Nonprofit Management and Fundraising. Tina is an active member of several local and national volunteer organizations and advocacy groups aimed to combat poverty, alleviate food insecurity and achieve social justice for all. She is a professional leader in nonprofit services and philanthropy with over 20 years of experience working and volunteering in the community to promote positive change.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCES La Piana ConsultingJon Acuff’s book Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of DoneBob Goff’s book Everybody Always

Living passionately, gaining the trust of others and helping them along their journey is an important component of experiencing success, according to this exclusive interview with power journalist Markos Papadatos. He shares the routines, practices and philosophies that drive his productivity and interviewing style. Contact Kelly and Maria at hello@championsmojo.com. MORE ABOUT MARKOS PAPADATOS: Markos Papadatos is a journalist with 12,000 bylined articles. He’s the co-author of Manifesting Your Dreams which went No. 1 in three Amazon sections: swimming, sports biographies, and grief & bereavement. It was also recognized in Oprah Magazine. For 2020, he was named  "Best Long Island Personality," an honor that has gone to Billy Joel six times.   Markos started writing about entertainment but got into swimming journalism in September of 2017 and is also the editor of two publications: The Digital Journal and Raver Magazine.  Episode Topics and Mentions Manifesting Your Dreams on Amazon ISL, International Swimming League Pay it forward Greece Country music George Jones Willy Nelson Dolly Parton George Strait Merle Haggard Zoom Criss Angel Paramount Cody Miller Patsy Cline Hank Williams Jr. Mary Chapin Carpenter Martina McBride Emmylou Harris Bonnie Raitt Piano Caleb Dressel Michael Andrew Peter Andrew Tina Andrew Nathan Adrian Ryan Murphy Jason Leezak Natalie Coughlin Phillip Lim Aaron Peirsol Rowdy Gaines Josh Davis Takeaways Kelly The world can use more kindness and gentleness. Punctuality is so important to being in the right mindset and shows respect to others.  Maria If it takes under two minutes, just do it. Don’t wait on things; if you can get it done, just do it. Helping others makes your own work even more worthwhile.  Quote of the Week:  "Success is not success unless it is shared with other people."-- Markos Papadatos Subscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play.  Have something you want to share with us? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com Keep up with the show by visiting ChampionsMojo.com and visiting the Facebook page, Instagram page, and Twitter page.