Patton's Picks: The Art of Impossible

Leadership Resources for the Philanthropic Sector

Welcome to this edition of Patton's Picks, where we explore The Art of Impossible: A Peak Performance Primer by Steven Kotler. This book dives into the science of peak performance and offers a blueprint for anyone looking to achieve seemingly impossible goals (sounds familiar in the nonprofit sector, right?). Kotler’s insights are particularly valuable for nonprofit leaders who need to continually push the boundaries of what’s achievable in pursuit of their missions. Here’s why The Art of Impossible is essential for nonprofit leaders:

• You Want to Enhance Personal and Team Performance: Kotler breaks down the elements that lead to peak performance, offering strategies that leaders can apply to both their personal development and team management.

• You Seek to Foster a Culture of Innovation: The book provides methodologies for fostering innovation and creativity, essential for solving the unique challenges faced by nonprofits.

• You Aim to Develop a Learning Plan: Kotler emphasizes the role of ongoing learning and skill development in achieving high performance, supporting leaders in creating a roadmap for continual growth and adaptation.

Stay tuned for more of Patton's Picks, your essential guide to resources that prepare you for a rewarding journey in nonprofit leadership.

Dr. Patton McDowell, CFRE, MBA, is the creator of the innovative PMA Mastermind Leadership Program, a unique offering designed to elevate nonprofit leaders through comprehensive training and peer collaboration. He is also the author of the best-selling book, Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, and host of the weekly podcast with the same name, available here. Since founding PMA Nonprofit Leadership in 2009, Patton has strategically guided over 300 nonprofit organizations to achieve their fullest potential. A Certified Fundraising Executive and Master Trainer for AFP Global, he serves as Executive in Residence at Cornell University's Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy and as Director of the Institute for Philanthropic Leadership.

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