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Nonprofits: Let's Cut to the Chase
By Diane Isler 17 Oct, 2022
In the latest episode (season 2, episode 8) of "Nonprofits - Let's Cut to the Chase," Diane Isler discusses part of her strategic planning work with Save the Animals Foundation: building a successful volunteer program after COVID. To hear this 18 minute discussion, click your preferred podcast spot below:
Quote from Malala,
By Diane Isler 02 Sep, 2021
When making decisions in difficult times, our values are challenged. Today, we're thinking of one young woman's brave upholding of her values in response to Taliban gunmen.
By Diane Isler 07 Jul, 2021
There are two ways to learn things: the easy way and the hard way. Experience is the hard way. Listening and learning from others is the easy way. Learning from a diverse population gives you the best foundation for your decisions.
T Roosevelt says in the moment of decision, the best thing to do is the right thing.
By Diane Isler 19 May, 2021
Illuminim can empower teams to make the right decisions, faster.
Photo of Korean Writing Desk with quote by C. Claire,
By Diane Isler 12 May, 2021
Today is the day. Decide who you want to be. Align a decision to that vision. Try it again tomorrow.
Oprah quote,
By Diane Isler 28 Apr, 2021
Sometimes it takes courage to make a decision. But if you feel stuck, or you are languishing right now, a simple decision can help you move. And the right decision will move you forward toward your vision.
Mural photo with quote from Toni Morrison.
By Diane Isler 21 Apr, 2021
The first step of decision making is prioritizing the relevant values involved. Doing so can help you avoid defaulting to the safe option. Unless, of course, safety is one of your priority values.
Cranes with quote from Mohith Agandi
By Diane Isler 14 Apr, 2021
Before finalizing a decision, take a moment to determine how your options align to your values and drive you toward your goals. This simple practice can move your brain from "system 1" to "system 2" thinking, leading to better decision making.
Baseball photo with quote from Yogi Berra:  When you come to a fork in the road, take it.
By Diane Isler 31 Mar, 2021
Baseball season begins tomorrow on April Fool's Day. We couldn't think of anyone more appropriate to draw inspiration from than Yogi Berra.
Photo of Mural showing early industrial Cincinnati, Ohio
By Diane Isler 24 Mar, 2021
Do you know your company's origin story? The vision and values behind the courageous start to a business are often the backbone of good decision making practice today. Illuminim can help you craft inspiring vision, mission, and values that drive employee engagement in better decisions for your business.
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