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Patton's Picks: The Performance Paradox
Leadership Resources for the Philanthropic Sector
Welcome to this edition of Patton's Picks, where we delve into The Performance Paradox: Understanding the True Drivers of Performance by Eduardo Briceño. This insightful book challenges traditional notions of high performance, advocating for a more balanced approach that integrates well-being with achievement. Briceño’s research-backed framework is a game-changer for nonprofit leaders striving to optimize their teams' effectiveness while ensuring their well-being. Here’s why The Performance Paradox is critical for leaders in the nonprofit sector:
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You Want to Enhance Personal and Team Performance: Briceño redefines performance to include well-being as a core component. This book offers strategies to achieve peak performance sustainably, without the common pitfalls of burnout and stress.
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You Seek to Foster Inclusive Practices: The Performance Paradox promotes a culture where well-being is a priority, advocating for practices that support diverse needs within the workplace. This approach helps create an environment where all team members can thrive.
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You Aim to Master Management Practices: Briceño provides practical insights into aligning organizational practices with health and high performance. His advice helps leaders develop systems that support both the physical and mental health of their teams, enhancing overall organizational effectiveness.
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.
