Have you heard about Dan Pallotta's new online training? In line with his views as presented in his now famous TED talk (The way we think about charity is dead wrong) and book (Uncharitable) he has given trainings to nonprofit boards and directors worldwide in recent years. He has now translated that training into an online format.
Read MoreOften we hear great quotes capturing the essence of the message. They are inspiring! They remind us of the important reasons why we work for charity and how we should do it, or how best practice would describe itβ¦
In December I attended The Annual Lectures, where an awesome line-up of speakers was challenged to deliver their message in 30 minutes. This forced them to be to the point. And I heard some great quotes.
Read MoreThis post shares the amazing TED Talk from Dan Pallotta. If you havenβt seen it yet, watch itβ¦ Itβs one of those must see videos!
The TED website writes: βActivist and fundraiser Dan Pallotta calls out the double standard that drives our broken relationship to charities. Too many nonprofits, he says, are rewarded for how little they spend β not for what they get done. Instead of equating frugality with morality, he asks us to start rewarding charities for their big goals and big accomplishments (even if that comes with big expenses). In this bold talk, he says: Letβs change the way we think about changing the world.β
Please watch the TED Talk video right here, right now! Or read the full transcript below. And after youβve seen it, share it with your colleagues, your directors and your boardβ¦
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