What does it take to create a space where meaningful conversations foster deep personal and professional growth, all while paving the way for impactful change? In our milestone 50th episode of THRIVERS, Tucker and Sarah embark on a heartfelt dialogue, marking Sarah’s final episode as co-host. This episode is a tapestry of reflections, learnings, and forward-looking insights as they reminisce on their three-year journey together. Throughout this special episode, Tucker and Sarah: Reflect on the significance of creating impact while avoiding burnout, emphasizing the need for sustainable leaders ..read more

What does it take to create a workplace that not only creates impact, but also fosters deep, meaningful change internally? The answer lies within the principles of positive psychology. Principles that—when properly harnessed—can fundamentally shift how organizational environments successfully prepare for and navigate change.  In this episode of THRIVERS, Tucker and Sarah dive into a compelling conversation about Sarah’s extensive research into positive psychology and its transformative impact on the workplace. Their discussion drives towards fundamentally rethinking how organizational e ..read more

What does it take to create a workplace that not only creates impact, but also fosters deep, meaningful change internally? The answer lies within the principles of positive psychology. Principles that—when properly harnessed—can fundamentally shift how organizational environments successfully prepare for and navigate change.  In this episode of THRIVERS, Tucker and Sarah dive into a compelling conversation about Sarah’s extensive research into positive psychology and its transformative impact on the workplace. Their discussion drives towards fundamentally rethinking how organizational e ..read more

What does it mean to lead effectively in today's rapidly changing world?  We approach this question often from many different angles in our work with impact-driven leaders. We recently facilitated leadership workshops at a retreat exclusively for community foundation CEOs, and it was eye-opening. So this episode, we’re talking about how community foundation CEOs can drive significant change without sacrificing their well-being or that of their teams—especially when they face the multi-faceted challenge of driving meaningful societal impact, managing significant donors and assets, and ens ..read more

Picture a leader you admire—perhaps they're dynamic, insightful, and unwaveringly decisive.  Beneath the surface of these admirable qualities often lies a foundational skill seldom celebrated but inherently powerful: the ability to shift from subjective judgment to objective clarity. The capacity to discern fact from feeling. Learning to navigate the path from personal bias to collective clarity is a vital skill for every leader.  In this episode of THRIVERS, Tucker and Sarah discuss the transformative journey toward objective leadership. They unravel the complexities of moving bey ..read more

Picture a leader you admire—perhaps they're dynamic, insightful, and unwaveringly decisive.  Beneath the surface of these admirable qualities often lies a foundational skill seldom celebrated but inherently powerful: the ability to shift from subjective judgment to objective clarity. The capacity to discern fact from feeling. Learning to navigate the path from personal bias to collective clarity is a vital skill for every leader.  In this episode of THRIVERS, Tucker and Sarah discuss the transformative journey toward objective leadership. They unravel the complexities of moving bey ..read more

Imagine a world where philanthropy isn't just about the size of the donation but the depth of the connection.  Where the voices of those closest to the challenges—especially those from marginalized backgrounds—are more than simply heard; they’re invited to the table, amplified, and made central to the mission. This is the vision Carmen James Randolph, the pioneering President and CEO of the Women's Foundation of the South, brings to life in our latest episode of THRIVERS. This subject is especially pertinent to Carmen’s work with communities of color, which are notoriously underrepresente ..read more

If you were asked to pick a few words that describe ideal qualities in a leader, what would they be? Maybe you’d choose words like, “focused, passionate, and confident”. All of these are excellent qualities in a leader.  Would words like “adaptable” and “learning” also make it on your list? In an era where change is the only constant, the essence of leadership is evolving. This episode presents a compelling conversation with Simeon Banister, the visionary President and CEO of the Rochester Area Community Foundation, who shares key moments of realization in his own journey toward redefinin ..read more

If you were asked to pick a few words that describe ideal qualities in a leader, what would they be? Maybe you’d choose words like, “focused, passionate, and confident”. All of these are excellent qualities in a leader.  Would words like “adaptable” and “learning” also make it on your list? In an era where change is the only constant, the essence of leadership is evolving. This episode presents a compelling conversation with Simeon Banister, the visionary President and CEO of the Rochester Area Community Foundation, who shares key moments of realization in his own journey toward redefinin ..read more

Having difficult conversations feels like walking a tightrope. Balancing between saying too much and not saying enough. Worried that saying the wrong thing can cause everything to come tumbling down or create even bigger problems.  Sarah and Tucker broach this exact topic with youth development and training experts Tabitha May-Tolub and Janai Smith and explore the art of meaningful dialogue. It's a conversation about conversations—the ones that challenge us, push our boundaries, and ultimately lead to greater understanding and growth. Throughout this discussion, our guests share their in ..read more