When Jan Robinson, Executive Director of Black Women for Wellness, asked if I could facilitate their upcoming Sisters in Control retreat, I said “absolutely!” Having coached Black Women for Wellness as part of Liberty Hill’s Wally Marks Leadership Institute, I already knew and had a deep respect for the organization’s work. Continue reading
Retreat Success: Black Women for Wellness
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Need a Coach? Let’s Go Surfing!
Having served as the Executive Director for the LA County Bicycle Coalition, I learned a great deal about what it takes to lead an organization. For the last nine years since I left the Bike Coalition, I have further developed my own skills in fundraising, board development, strategic planning, facilitation and leadership development. One area of my consulting practice that gives me great fulfillment is serving as a coach for Executive Directors.
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10 Tips for Dealing with People Who Dominate Your Meetings
At some point, you have participated in a meeting where one person clearly dominates the discussion. That person may have even been you. While folks who tend to dominate meetings are usually smart and passionate, their domination often negatively impacts the group. It squelches other perspectives needed. It reduces the level of commitment from others. It leads to frustration and negative feelings. Continue reading
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Tagged #Nonprofit, Board Development, boards, Facilitation, Leadership, Leadership Development, Retreats
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My New Logo
I recently sponsored a fundraiser for Move LA. When my friend and former colleague Gloria Ohland who works at Move LA asked me for my logo for their poster thanking sponsors, I didn’t have anything to give her.
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Celebrating Seven Years of Consulting
In May of 2005, I launched my consulting practice. This month, I celebrate seven years consulting (having now served 76 organizations!). I launched my career in 1997 and its wild for me to think I now have 15 years of professional experience. Whether serving as a consultant, executive director or board member, I’m continually drawn to issues related to leadership and organization development.
Graduate School Here I Come!
I’m thrilled to start Pepperdine’s Master of Science in Organization Development (MSOD) program this fall. “Designed for the experienced professional, the MSOD program prepares leaders in the art and science of managing strategic change.” The program’s flexibility allows me to continue building my consulting practice while in school. Some excerpts from my application:
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Ron Milam Consulting 