Most all of us, at one time or another, have put our heads in our hands in frustration and exasperatedly asked, “Why do people fight in an organization?” Office politics…
Douglas SpencerFebruary 24, 2021
“When should you take a stand?” That’s always been an important question, but in 2021 it has even more urgency and potency. Here are four criteria to help you decide…
Douglas SpencerJanuary 25, 2021
Starting the new year right is probably more important this year than ever before. After all, 2020 was one of the most annus horribiles of the last century, and its…
Spencer BrennemanJanuary 5, 2021
Protecting your mission is top of mind for all leaders of mission-driven organizations, but protecting it from what, exactly? There are obvious threats, of course, such as financial solvency, reputation,…
Spencer BrennemanDecember 3, 2020
Protecting your employees during the holidays is more important this year than ever before. No matter what type of work your employees do, the holidays always add more stress to…
Spencer BrennemanDecember 3, 2020
Naming your organization is one of the most important factors in your work’s success. With the right name, your organization can quickly become the talk of the town; At the…
Allie CooperNovember 27, 2020
How we define mission-driven organization may be a bit broad, but it’s for three good reasons. Times have changed, as have the challenges we face in our world. Blurring Boundaries…
Douglas SpencerNovember 24, 2020
We’ve been silent here at Spencer Brenneman for a few weeks, but for good reason! We’re making a change, or a pivot as the kids say.
Douglas SpencerNovember 19, 2020
A purpose-driven company. For years, a company’s purpose meant increasing shareholder value, displacing competitors, increasing margins, and improving the bottom line. Ironically, a singular focus on those data points will…
Spencer BrennemanNovember 12, 2020
