Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

How To Achieve Bolder Goals By Recognizing & Pushing Through Your Growth Edge


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in this episode, I dive into one of the most critical challenges nonprofit leaders face: the growth edge. It’s that pivotal point where your comfort zone meets the potential for transformation—but it’s also where fear and resistance often kick in. If you’ve set bold or new goals for the year, this episode will help you recognize when you’re hitting your growth edge and provide actionable strategies to push through it. Growth edges aren’t roadblocks; they’re signs you’re on the right track. Let’s explore how to harness them for your personal and organizational success.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How to recognize the signs that you’re hitting a growth edge.
  • The mindset shifts needed to reframe fear as an opportunity for growth.
  • Concrete steps to navigate challenges and turn them into breakthroughs.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Growth edges are moments of transformation, often disguised as fear or resistance.
  2. Recognizing signs like overthinking, procrastination, or emotional resistance can help you reframe challenges as opportunities.
  3. Progress starts with one small, actionable step—don’t wait for the perfect time or plan.

Steps to Navigate Your Growth Edge:

  1. Reframe Fear: Treat fear as a signal of growth, not danger. Recognize that discomfort means you’re moving in the right direction.
  2. Envision the Future: Create a clear vision of what’s on the other side of growth. Identify potential outcomes like a restructured team or more engaged donors.
  3. Break It Down: Focus on one small, actionable step instead of tackling the entire challenge. Progress starts with simplicity.
  4. Get Support: Build a community of mentors, coaches, or peers who’ve faced similar growth edges.

Resources Mentioned
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