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Empowering Organizations and their Leaders

Empowering nonprofits to achieve sustainable growth and impactful leadership. Our strategic coaching, interim leadership, training and consulting services are designed to elevate your organization's potential and drive positive change.

We understand the unique challenges faced by nonprofits and small businesses, and our experienced team is here to guide you through every step of your journey towards success.

Partner with us and unlock the full potential of your nonprofit organization with our tailored leadership solutions.

Using an Appreciative Inquiry Frame

Appreciative Inquiry (AI) is a method that focuses on identifying and amplifying what is functioning well within an organization. When applied to a client with a diverse array of perspectives, backgrounds, and expertise, AI encourages members to engage in positive, open-ended dialogue that highlights their collective strengths and successes.

By framing discussions around achievements and strengths, AI creates a space where members can appreciate each other's contributions and collaborate effectively. This approach fosters active listening, empathy, and a shared understanding of different viewpoints, promoting inclusivity where all voices are valued.

Through AI, the client can leverage the richness of its members' diverse experiences and perspectives to drive innovation, problem-solving, and positive change. It empowers individuals to contribute authentically while fostering a sense of belonging and shared purpose among participants. Overall, AI supports the client's goal of cultivating deep inquiry by providing a framework for meaningful dialogue and collective exploration of ideas.

With our thanks to these clients who trusted Organizations by Design, LLC to assist them in fulfilling their important society-benefitting work (partial list): The Harold Hunter Foundation. United Way of Northern NJ - Waterspirit - Mercer St. Friends, Inc. - GlassRoots, Inc. - New Jersey Future - Housing and Neighborhood Development Services (HANDS) - George St. Playhouse - Murray Grove Association - Emerging Practitioners in Philanthropy (EPIP) - South Jersey Cultural Alliance - Steps Beyond Foundation - Caroline Farnsworth Real Estate - CIR PEI - Diocese of Metuchen (NJ) - Gallery of South Orange - Essex County Arts Council - South Orange/Maplewood Community Coalition on Race - City of Orange Community School - our individual coaching clients!

With our thanks to these clients who trusted Organizations by Design, LLC to assist them in fulfilling their important society-benefitting work (partial list): The Harold Hunter Foundation. United Way of Northern NJ - Waterspirit - Mercer St. Friends, Inc. - GlassRoots, Inc. - New Jersey Future - Housing and Neighborhood Development Services (HANDS) - George St. Playhouse - Murray Grove Association - Emerging Practitioners in Philanthropy (EPIP) - South Jersey Cultural Alliance - Steps Beyond Foundation - Caroline Farnsworth Real Estate - CIR PEI - Diocese of Metuchen (NJ) - Gallery of South Orange - Essex County Arts Council - South Orange/Maplewood Community Coalition on Race - City of Orange Community School - our individual coaching clients!