Patton's Picks: Essentialism

Leadership Resources for the Philanthropic Sector

Explore Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown. This book teaches the art of identifying what is absolutely essential, then eliminating everything else, so we can make the highest possible contribution towards the things that really matter. Here’s why Essentialism is critical for nonprofit leaders and a good addition to your productivity toolkit:

• You Want to Enhance Productivity & Organization: Learn to streamline operations and focus resources on what truly matters.
• You Seek to Develop a Learning Plan: Emphasizes the importance of prioritizing continuous learning and professional development in areas that have the most impact.
• You Aim to Master Strategic Planning: Essentialism is at the heart of effective strategic planning, allowing leaders to focus on executing a fewer number of high-impact projects successfully.

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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