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December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
Something Old, Something New
In less than a month’s time I will have the honor of attending the wedding of a dear colleague. Although she is definitely a trendsetter, rather than a slave to fashion, I will not be surprised if she wears “something...
Topics: HR Risk and Employment Practices
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something You
Several years ago during the weekend before a Risk Summit, I spent some time with my family in New England and wound up as a second-year participant in sixth year of the Pewter Run, a timed event for those who love to...
Topics: General
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
Soul Connection
It’s not unusual to hear a nonprofit employee express enthusiasm for the mission and programs of the organization. Many employees are eager to explain how the nonprofit’s vision and mission drew them in. Unfortunately, too many nonprofit leaders allow the...
Topics: HR Risk and Employment Practices
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
Resisting the Urge to Assume
Assumptions undergird many of the decisions we make in our personal and work lives. We assume motivation, intent, perspective and more. We see and perceive things that may not exist, and hold tight to beliefs that support the decisions we’ve...
Topics: General
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
Real Partners Plan Ahead
Last week I was reminded that the word “risk” lurks behind the seemingly harmless term, “alliance.” While attempting to check-in to the final two legs in a multi-city itinerary, I was informed by the counter agent at SAS Airlines that...
Topics: Risk Assessment
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
Reality Check: The Myth of Multitasking and Debunking The Blame Game
Feedback from a reader of the NRMC’s eNews reminded me of one theme in one of the most thought-provoking “books” currently residing on my electronic reading device. The book, by Joseph T. Hallinan is titled: Why We Make Mistakes: How We...
Topics: HR Risk and Employment Practices
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
Spotlight on People: Managing Volunteer and Employee Risks
When Does Compensating Volunteers Turn Them Into Employees? Last year the questions flowing from the Center’s newsletter article on this issue were surprising. We didn’t realize that so many organizations find ways to “pay” their volunteers in small, and sometimes,...
Topics: HR Risk and Employment Practices, Volunteer Risk Management
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
The Risks of Automation
During a recent flight to the west coast I had the opportunity to see a film titled Extract. Although I pride myself on having a sense of humor, I’m often surprised when something touted as “funny” fails to make me laugh....
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
Is Your Board Ready for a Crisis?
Last week I had an opportunity to speak about “Leading During Times of Crisis” at an event sponsored by Independent Sector, Georgetown Law and the Internal Revenue Service. As I prepared my remarks I reflected on the countless calls I...
Topics: Crisis Management, Crisis Communications, Governance
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
Staff Screening and The Voice
A popular reality TV program that has recently caught my attention is “The Voice.” The show features competing singers like “American Idol.” The quirky thing about “The Voice” is that when evaluating the potential of a contestant, the four judges...
Topics: HR Risk and Employment Practices