Mastering Connections: Insights from Nonprofit Consultant Ann Louden I TBCY
- Career Start: Transition from the South to Texas and career development in higher education.
- Experience: Time in New York City and transition to Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
Podcast
Overview
In an inspiring and insightful episode of “The Brand Called You,” Ashutosh Garg engages with Ann Louden, a versatile professional from North Carolina USA. Ann Louden is an accomplished non-profit consultant, author, strategic planning and board governance training advisor, and a nationally recognized speaker. In this episode, we delve into her journey and expertise in building meaningful connections.
The Journey of Ann Louden (00:00:08 – 00:02:53)
- Career Start: Transition from the South to Texas and career development in higher education.
- Experience: Time in New York City and transition to Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
- Personal Milestone: Overcoming cancer and mobilizing cancer survivors for fundraisers.
Building Long-lasting and Effective Connections (00:03:03 – 00:06:28)
- Defining Connections: Importance of time investment, mutual support, and curiosity.
- Key Strategies: Ask questions, listen and remember, be present.
Importance of Authenticity (00:06:41 – 00:08:20)
- Defining Authenticity: Sharing personal stories and showing vulnerability.
- Maintaining Authenticity: Balancing in today’s fast-paced world and post-election tolerance.
Engaging Stakeholders in Nonprofits (00:08:29 – 00:12:28)
- Effective Engagemen
- Communication: One-on-one interactions
- Gratitude: Multiple thank yous before next asks
- Engagement: Asking for advice or feedback
Transitioning Professional Connections to Personal (00:12:21 – 00:14:42)
- Boundary Managemen
- Natural progression based on chemistry and investment.
- Maintains confidentiality and avoids taking unfair advantage.
Impact of Social Media on Connections (00:14:57 – 00:16:18)
- Social Media Reality: Surface-level engagement and its limitations in genuine connections.
- Youth and Social Media: General overestimation of its value.
Advice for Introverts in Initiating Connections (00:16:30 – 00:18:09)
- Suggestions for Introverts: Emphasizing one-on-one interactions and making deep conversations.
Ann Louden’s Upcoming Book: Who Do I Meet Next? (00:18:30 – 00:22:34)
- Book Overview: Expected release, inspiration, and content focus on being an effective connector.
- Insights from Interviews: Role models, treating connection as a second job, and the importance of saying yes.
Key Takeaways for Readers (00:23:51 – 00:25:18)
- What Readers Will Learn
- Inspiration and validation for being connectors.
- Tactical skills and steps to overcome fear and rejection.
- Planning the time investment in connections.
Final Thoughts and Conclusion (00:25:51 – 00:26:41)
- Areas Covered: Emphasis on connections, fundraising, and a highlight on board governance.
- 3 Key Suggestions: Ask questions, listen and remember, be present.
RESOURCES:
Learn more about Ann Louden : Linkedin
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- Career Start: Transition from the South to Texas and career development in higher education.
- Experience: Time in New York City and transition to Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
- Personal Milestone: Overcoming cancer and mobilizing cancer survivors for fundraisers.
