In what ways can nonprofit and church leaders harness the power of innovation to accelerate their mission?
In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast we sit down with Dave Raley, founder of Imago Consulting and co-host of the Purpose and Profit Podcast. They explore the importance of innovation in nonprofit organisations; the myths surrounding it; and practical steps leaders can take to foster a culture of innovation.
Dave shares his journey, insights on organisational life cycles, and tips for leveraging current trends to stay relevant and impactful.
Key Takeaways:- The Organisational Life Cycle Curve: Understanding the stages of growth, plateau, and decline, and how to create new opportunities for growth.
- Innovation Myths Debunked: Innovation is not just about new technology or ideas; it's about doing the right things in the right way and leveraging both big and small improvements.
- Practical Steps for Leaders: Identifying bright spots, using the Working Genius model to understand team dynamics, and focusing on being faithful in small tasks.
- Emerging Trends: The impact of the subscription economy on donor behaviour and the potential of artificial intelligence in enhancing nonprofit operations.
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Links & Resources:- Imago Consulting - https://imago.consulting/
- Purpose and Profit Podcast - https://purposeandprofitpodcast.com/
- Working Genius Model - https://www.workinggenius.com/
- 12 Ways to Leverage AI in 2024: https://www.imago.consulting/12-ways-to-use-ai
- Subscribe to the Wave Report: https://www.imago.consulting/wavereport
Bio:
Dave Raley is a consultant, speaker, writer, and founder of Imago Consulting, Dave works with leaders who recognize the importance of innovation as a path to profitable growth. Over the past 20 years, Dave has worked with, spoken to, and inspired hundreds of nonprofits to grow, develop strategies, and launch new products and initiatives. He’s the author of The Wave Report, a weekly report on waves to watch – trends and lessons leaders can learn from and apply to their leadership. He’s also the co-founder and host of the Purpose & Profit Podcast – a show about the intersection of nonprofit causes and for-profit businesses.
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