Summer is here, and now is the time when many organizations experience a noticeable shift in workplace energy. Vacations, changing routines, and the lure of sunny weather can make it difficult for employees to stay focused and engaged. For nonprofits and small businesses—where every team member plays a critical role—maintaining momentum during the summer months is especially important. The good news? The summer slump doesn't have to derail productivity or morale. By being intentional about...

Nonprofit leaders and small business owners are navigating a challenging reality– funding priorities are shifting, grant timelines are becoming less predictable, donors are asking tougher questions, clients are delaying decisions, and budgets are under greater scrutiny than they have been in years. In response, many organizations are making prudent financial decisions. They're slowing hiring, postponing expansion plans, leaving positions unfilled, or reducing headcount to preserve financial...

Small teams are often stuck in the position of trying to do more with less. This means team members are used to wearing multiple hats, juggling priorities, and stretching limited resources. While this type of “productivity” is often seen as beneficial to small organizations, the truth is that these common behaviors increase burnout and reduce impact. We’ve rounded up the most common productivity myths we see with our small business and nonprofit clients, and put together our recommendations...