Leadership Is Not Meant to Be Lonely with Robin Sinclair

In this episode of Lead for Good, Chris Looney welcomes Robin Sinclair, Executive Director of the Fieldstone Leadership Network, for a powerful conversation about camaraderie and connection in nonprofit leadership.

Robin reflects on:

The moment she was told to “get your running shoes on” and step into leadership

Leading during the Great Recession and learning to “act as if”

The early loneliness of becoming the boss of former peers

How imposter syndrome followed her into her first peer cohort

They discuss why nonprofit leaders often feel isolated:

You cannot fully confide in your board

You protect your staff

You may compete for the same funding

Revenue is unpredictable

Burnout is common but rarely admitted

Robin explains how trusted peer cohorts create something different from networking or training. In these spaces, leaders feel validated, heard, refreshed, and supported. Vulnerability happens organically when trust is built intentionally.

You will hear why:

Culture matters more than control

Curiosity is stronger than quick fixes

Coaching reduces isolation

Camaraderie multiplies impact across entire communities

If you are a nonprofit leader searching for clarity, resilience, and connection, this episode offers both encouragement and practical direction.

Leadership is not meant to be endured alone.