Creating Lasting Impact through Purpose Driven Leadership with Gary Bagley, Ep. 25

 

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Gary Bagley is the Executive Director of New York Cares, New York City’s largest organization devoted to driving community impact through volunteer-led programs. Gary defines leadership as a product of all the actions you take.

CLICK HERE to listen to our conversation as we discuss rallying behind a common vision, the importance of being present as well as forward thinking and collaboration.

A FEW KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE

  • A leader's role is not just to manage people, but also to inspire and excite them about a common mission and values.

  • Leadership in the nonprofit space is unique, and it involves unifying diverse stakeholders behind a common vision while being grounded in values and the mission

  • Companies that want to make a difference need to ensure that their vision aligns with what will make a real impact, rather than just what they envision making a difference

SHAMELESS PLUG

Consider donating to New York Cares

QUESTION FOR REFLECTION

How have you operated in spite of the pandemic?

LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

New York Cares

Tada Theatre

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