In episode 117 of Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton and Danielle Marshall collaborate on another “learning out loud” episode. They discuss the challenges nonprofit leaders face in these chaotic, uncertain and threatening times. They explore:
strategies for resilience, intentionality, and community building,
the importance of grounding oneself in mission and values.
how to filter out the noise, maintain agency, and support collective action.
the significance of strategic focus,
how to be mindful about your information consumption
steps to sustaining personal and organizational well-being.
Episode highlights:
[00:07:25] Navigating Leadership in Uncertain Times [00:010:25] Embracing Imperfect Resilience Practices [00:13:25] Shutting Out Noise vs. Making Space for Thought [00:16:25] Finding Agency Amidst Chaos [00:18:25] Trusting Experts and Strategic Organizers [00:20:25] Centering Mission and Values [00:24:25] Navigating Scarcity vs. Abundance Mindsets [00:29:25] The Power of Local Action [00:35:25] Holding Space for Complexity [00:40:25] Emotional Contagion and Leadership Presence [00:44:25] Boundaries, Community, and Self-Care [00:49:25] Looking Ahead: Holding Values Firmly
Guest Bio:
Danielle Marshall is an equity strategist and executive coach committed to helping organizations and leaders embed inclusive practices into their operations in meaningful and sustainable ways. As the founder of Culture Principles, she designs tailored strategies that strengthen team dynamics, enhance problem-solving, and cultivate inclusive leadership. Danielle also coaches senior executives to deepen their cultural competencies, fostering greater empathy, effective communication, and equitable decision-making. An ICF-certified Executive Coach and engaging speaker, she brings extensive experience in organizational development, equipping leaders with the skills and confidence to navigate diverse work places with impact and integrity.
Important Links and Resources:
Draw Together with Wendy MacNaughton
Heather Cox Richardson’s Letters from an American on Substack
How to survive the end of the world podcast with adrienne and Autumn Brown
The feminist survival project 2025 podcast
Dear White Women podcast
On Tyranny by Timothy Snyder which is available in a video series
The Sum of Us by Heather McGee
Decluttering Your Leadership by Judy Oyedele
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