Patton's Picks: Lead Yourself First: Inspiring Leadership Through Solitude

Leadership Resources for the Philanthropic Sector

In Lead Yourself First: Inspiring Leadership Through Solitude by Raymond M. Kethledge and Michael S. Erwin, leaders are taught the value of solitude in making clear, insightful decisions. Here’s why this book is crucial for nonprofit leaders:

• Strategic Planning: Solitude can enhance strategic thought, allowing leaders to clear their minds and focus on essential goals.
• Management Practices: The practice of solitude is linked to increased creativity, resilience, and emotional balance, key for effective leadership.
• Productivity & Organization: Encourages leaders to carve out time for solitude to improve their decision-making and organizational skills.

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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