As college football season kicks off, the excitement is dampened by stories of players prioritizing financial gain over the game. Recent comments by Oklahoma State’s Mike Gundy and a rumored incident with Alabama’s Nick Saban underscore a shift in focus from football to money, highlighting misplaced priorities. These stories remind us that while financial success is important, relationships, trust, and honor should come first, both in sports and in life.
Read MoreIn the last 25 years, the fundraising landscape has shifted from the tried-and-true 80/20 rule to a 95/5 model, where a small percentage of donors provide the majority of philanthropic dollars. This change created an unfortunate trend of nonprofits to pursuing mega-donors recklessly. Evidence as illustrated by Florida A&M University’s $240 million gift fiasco, which highlights the importance of due diligence even in the face of exciting opportunities.
Read MoreDo you unplug? I have not been great about taking time off, but am working hard to change that habit. Research shows there are critical benefits to taking time away from work. Read this blog to learn more.
Read MoreIn your lifetime, if you find just one, two, or three friends you can trust with your most intimate and important details, you’re a lucky person. I have been fortunate to find my “people” and I hope you have too. Read more here.
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