There are lots of leadership books out there, and that is great. We are not anti-book, and there is certainly a lot of helpful information available that could help you become a better leader. Looking at external sources for inspiration, however, has its drawbacks.

Occasionally, when discussing strengths-based approaches and growth mindsets with nonprofit leaders, we ponder whether we might inadvertently fuel the phenomenon of 'toxic positivity' in the workplace.

This week we are hosting a Lunch and Learn on board innovation. The theme is about shifting to a dynamic or growth mindset at the board level.

According to Clifton Strengths, strengths-based organizations ‘integrate strengths development into their mission, vision, values and processes, as well as into how people work and collaborate daily. It's a culture in which conversations about strengths in the workplace are frequent and productive -- shaping people's mindsets and approaches to work’.

This isn’t a sales pitch! Every year we host a series of free virtual Lunch and Learn sessions on various important board governance topics.