Celebrating Success as an Agenda Mover
It’s this appreciation for the agenda movers that led us to launch the Agenda Movers podcast. We recognize that being an agenda mover is not only about moving fast and being smart; it’s about navigating through the complexities, making tough decisions, and often going unnoticed when things go right. That’s why we’re here – to celebrate the success of agenda movers and provide them with the recognition and support they deserve.
In our first episode, we explore what it means to be an agenda mover. From sharing lessons learned to offering practical insights and tools, our goal is to empower agenda movers with the resources they need to succeed. Whether it’s discussing strategies for effective problem-solving or highlighting the importance of collaboration with experts, we’re committed to equipping agenda movers with the knowledge and inspiration to tackle any challenge head-on.
But more than just a platform for sharing ideas, Agenda Movers is a community – a place where agenda movers can connect, share experiences, and find camaraderie in the journey towards change. We understand that the path of an agenda mover can be challenging at times, which is why we’re dedicated to fostering a supportive environment where success is not only recognized but celebrated wholeheartedly.
As we embark on this podcasting venture, our aim is simple yet profound: to be a beacon of guidance and encouragement for agenda movers everywhere. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out on your journey, we invite you to join us as we celebrate the heroes who are doing good in the world, one agenda item at a time.
Let’s celebrate your success, embrace the challenges, and continue to make a difference that truly matters. Check out the first episode of Agenda Movers and join the conversation as we partner in driving performance, amplifying impact, and improving education.
Helping you and your organization drive performance, amplify impact, and improve education.
Guest: Blaze Currie, Vivayic
Up next on the agenda, we explore the role of agenda movers in unique spaces and arenas. In this episode, Vivayic Account Manager Blaze Currie shares insights for agenda movers in nonprofit organizations and associations, highlighting the importance of innovation, evaluation, and collaboration in driving impactful change. The conversation explores unique challenges, practices, and advice for agenda movers in this space, addressing burnout, funding flow, governance, and mission-driven work.
Key Takeaways:
- Agenda movers in nonprofit organizations and associations face unique challenges related to funding flow, governance, and mission-driven work.
- The intersection of purpose, person, and profession creates a high likelihood of burnout for agenda movers in this space, emphasizing the need for perspective and support.
- Practices and tactics for agenda movers in this space include being conscious of the difference between launching and maintaining initiatives, seeking thought partners for new program development, and avoiding the hiring of unnecessary full-time employees.
- Agenda movers should find opportunities to engage in activities that align with their purpose but are not part of their job, as well as spend time with people they care about who are not their coworkers. Creating space for innovation is crucial for non-profit organizations to stay relevant and impactful in an evolving world.
- Continuously evaluating programs is essential to overcome loss aversion bias and ensure the sustainability and effectiveness of initiatives.
- Collaboration and seeking thought partners are key to addressing challenges and driving innovation in the non-profit and association space.
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About Vivayic
Vivayic exists to build the capacity of others to do good in the world. For company and organizational leaders who desire a better way to learn, teach and train, we simplify the learning process. With more than 16 years of experience designing and delivering tailored learning experiences, Vivayic is committed to driving deeper alignment and understanding by building better experiences, bringing the strongest team, and applying a holistic approach to learning, teaching, and training.
About Episode 1
In the first episode, Vivayic co-founders Seth Derner and Doug Kueker answer the question “what is an agenda mover?” by highlighting the origin story of the Vivayic company and culture. What’s next on the agenda? We look forward to sharing insights on being an effective agenda mover – guiding you through strategies to drive performance, amplify impact, and improve education.
About Vivayic
Vivayic exists to build the capacity of others to do good in the world. For company and organizational leaders who desire a better way to learn, teach and train, we simplify the learning process. With more than 16 years of experience designing and delivering tailored learning experiences, Vivayic is committed to driving deeper alignment and understanding by building better experiences, bringing the strongest team, and applying a holistic approach to learning, teaching, and training.