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In this episode of Lead with Heart, we’re talking all about connection and collaboration with Britt Hogue – the founder of The Collective Good.
With over 20 years of experience spanning the social, public, and private sectors, Britt has dedicated her career to fostering collaboration and connection. She knows firsthand that working collectively, whether as families, teams, or nations, can drive impactful solutions to some of our most pressing challenges.
We’re discussing the importance of collectivism in nonprofit work, the impact of connection on human well-being, and practical ways organizations can build relationships to enhance their mission.
In this episode:
- [02:18] Britt’s background
- [04:31] The value of collaboration
- [09:27] The impact of connection and loneliness on individuals and societies
- [14:39] Engaging volunteers and donors through authentic relationships
- [16:51] Finding common ground between diverse groups of people
- [25:06] Practical strategies for collaborating effectively in situations that may appear adverse
- [28:00] How to invest in relationships
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES
“ I can’t be the expert in all things, but I can talk to you and we can create a really powerful team if we really figure out how to leverage our strengths together.” – Britt Hogue
“ The types of complex problems that nonprofits are trying to solve require collaboration.” – Britt Hogue
“There’s power in the idea that we can do more together than we can apart.” – Britt Hogue
RESOURCES
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CONNECT WITH BRITT
LinkedIn: Britt Hogue
Website: https://www.the-collective-good.com/
CONNECT WITH HALEY
Haley is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), Certified Stress Management Coach, and Certified EmC train the trainer. She is the Founder of The Savvy Fundraiser, a nonprofit consulting and coaching business. She has worked in both small and large nonprofit teams in the human services, homelessness, and youth sectors; and she specializes in the EmC process, nonprofit leadership, board development, and fundraising. Haley is a passionate, impact-driven, experienced nonprofit professional whose mission is to empower, elevate and engage nonprofit leaders to build healthy, thriving organizations.
Instagram: @thesavvyfundraiser
LinkedIn: Haley Cooper, CFRE
Website: thesavvyfundraiser.com
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