Clearer Thinking May 2023
As I start to wrap up for the month, and look forward to half term away with my family, I wanted to share with you a few examples of how our clients have achieved clearer thinking with us this month…
Clearer Thinking on Celebrating Another Twelve Months as a John Lyon’s Charity Advisor
How time flies! It seems crazy to me that it’s been 10 years since I first started working with the fantastic people at John Lyon’s Charity
I was really pleased to be invited to become an Advisor to them and to assist John Lyon’s Charity for a second year, and will continue to support them by providing advice on policy and strategic issues relating to the sustainability of small voluntary and community sector organisations.
John Lyon’s Charity gives grants to benefit children and young people up to the age of 25 who live in nine boroughs in North and West London: Barnet, Brent, Camden, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Kensington & Chelsea and the Cities of London and Westminster.
Clearer Thinking on How You Don’t Have to Work Twice as Hard to Get Half as Far!
This month I hosted something new and really impactful during our monthly bitesize workshops. It was an intimate exploration of how leaders can respond to the challenges that arise as a result of being underrepresented in the charity sector.
We looked at why and how to protect their energy, promote a culture that celebrates all the wins, no matter how small! How to pick their battles by taking a better, and more strategic approach to tackling systemic inequalities. So that we can make the greatest impact without the burnout or the need to over perform.
The feedback was amazing, and I know this type of support is making a huge difference for participants in my fortnightly Coaching Circle – The Leadership Catalyst.
If this has sparked your interest and you’d like to find out more please book a complimentary call with me by clicking this LINK
Clearer Thinking On How Branding Can Help You Make a Bigger Impact
Many of the voluntary organisations we work with often want to diversify their fundraising with donations and corporate sponsorship, and they hit a brick wall. They do not recognise that their message and imagery has to be impactful, commanding even and be so recognisable that it tells the message on their behalf.
We have found a way to help all the groups we work with.
I am excited to announce our partnership with Baboosh! Brand Collective to bring their expertise in brand strategy to the voluntary organisations that we work with. Led by Dani Nodwell, the team has helped so many organisations nail their message and create impactful and compelling branding that make a difference. Together we will bring these skills to our clients that really need to stand out and resonate with potential donors.
Watch this space for opportunities over the coming months to hear from Dani and Baboosh! and about the great work they do. But if you can’t wait, then check out their website: www.thisisbaboosh.com
We have an exciting new lunchtime workshop planned for June. We are planning a Branding Masterclass for Charities – a snapshot to show you how when Strategy meets Branding you can maximise your impact! So watch out for the email and the invitation.
And Finally… How Our Team is Growing To Further Support You!
Our business is growing and so is our team. You may be aware that we’ve been recruiting recently, and I have been really impressed by the quality and experience of the candidates.
During the process, it became clear very quickly that we were searching for different, yet complementary skill sets to enhance the existing team and build our capacity to reach and work with more of you.
So you can imagine how excited I am that we have offered Associate Consultant roles to, not one, but two brilliant candidates, and I’ll be introducing them to you very soon!
Do You Need Clearer Thinking?
If you and your teams need to get clearer on how your organisation’s vision, strategy, impact and / or funding please get in touch and let’s get our heads together and see how we can support you to realise your goals.
You can schedule a call by clicking this LINK