High anxiety: Supporting your team’s mental health
Nearly 25% of Americans are experiencing symptoms of depression, which is three times higher than pre-pandemic numbers…
40ish Under 40ish: a framework for relationship management
Last fall the Edward Lowe Foundation launched the Michigan 40ish Under 40ish, a group of young leaders from a variety of disciplines…
Emotional intelligence: Robust leadership tools for tough times
A couple years ago I was introduced to the concept of emotional intelligence while attending a leadership workshop at the McChrystal Group…
Back to Big Rock Valley
Now that Governor Whitmer has rescinded her Safer at Home order, Edward Lowe Foundation employees are beginning to return to Big Rock Valley, our headquarters’ property in Southwest Michigan…
Leading through unprecedented change
Everyone wants to know when things will return to normal. Yet we shouldn’t preoccupy ourselves with trying to get back to the way things used to be. The issue now is forward thinking…
Prioritizing your priorities: When to say “no”
It’s easy for entrepreneurs to burn out during second stage. Not only are they running a growing business, but their leadership success pushes them into the limelight, and suddenly they’re flooded with requests to join industry boards, community initiatives and charitable endeavors…
Convening young leaders: Michigan 40ish Under 40ish
Last night we kicked off the inaugural meeting of the foundation’s “Michigan 40ish Under 40,” a group of young leaders from a variety of disciplines…
Let’s take it outside: 4 reasons why outdoor recreation matters
As we strive to expand outdoor recreation, it’s important to have a comprehensive strategy, one that allows us to prosper economically and also addresses conservation, health and social issues…
Leaving a lasting legacy
For any organization, there’s a great deal of value in knowing where you come from. Understanding your founders’ history and intent helps you build upon previous successes — and avoid repeating mistakes…
Spotlight on second stage: An ELED initiative for Michigan
Programming that results from MCSB’s new entrepreneurship-led economic development proposal could significantly strengthen Michigan’s economic growth — and serve as a model for the rest of the country…