It's very common for leaders to throw training at every performance problem we see. Yet not all performance problems result from a skill gap.

In fact, many are due to other factors, such as mindset or motivation. The problem with this is that performance won't change if you offer training in these cases.

So, in this episode, I'm breaking down how to  determine if something is a mindset, motivation, or skill gap problem, and why this matters for successful behavior change.

▶️ How to Spot a Mindset or Motivation Problem (Not a Skill One)

▶️ Key Points:

0:00:00 Why training isn't always the right solution

0:02:44 A quick lesson on behavior change

0:05:18 Four questions to spot the root cause of a problem

Resources from this episode:

Check out The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg.

Learn more about James Clear and his book Atomic Habits.

Catch up with these previous episodes if there's a lack of trust or psychological safety in your organization:

• Episode 151: How to Build a High-Performance Team Starting with Trust
• Episode 149: Key Ingredients in a High-Performance Culture

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LinkedIn: Heather Burright

Website: skillmastersmarket.com

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Learning for Good is the podcast for nonprofit leaders seeking practical L&D solutions. Hosted by Heather, an experienced consultant, we dive into leadership development, instructional design, change management, and staff management strategies tailored to nonprofit organizations.

Discover how to implement impactful learning solutions, foster belonging, and influence senior leaders. Each episode provides the tools you need to confidently navigate high-level conversations and drive meaningful change within your organization.

Let’s create lasting impact through innovative L&D solutions!

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In times of change and disruption, burnout has become a major epidemic. In fact, according to statistics, over half of the workforce is burnt out, with the nonprofit sector being hit the hardest.

Because we must address this issue, I have Dr. Reggie Thomas with me today. He is the founder of PeakePotential, Inc., and a professional speaker  who gives keynote talks and teaches workshops on burnout prevention and recovery, and workplace wellness.

You will understand burnout and its symptoms, discover how it impacts both the individual and the organization, and learn practical tools to prevent burnout, support recovery, and strengthen your and your people's well-being.

▶️ From Burnout to Breakthrough: Tools to Restore Yourself in Times of Change and Disruption with Dr. Reggie Thomas

▶️ Key Points:

0:00:00 From his own burnout to helping others recover

0:07:33 The increase in burnout across the workplace

0:09:52 How burnout impacts individuals and organizations

0:12:57 Strategies to prevent burnout and support recovery

0:20:25 Normalize burnout and pay attention to the symptoms

Resources from this episode:

Check out Dr. Thomas' best-selling books, People Pains and Burnout Pains.

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LinkedIn: Dr. Reggie Thomas

Website: peakepotential.com

Connect with Heather

LinkedIn: Heather Burright

Website: skillmastersmarket.com

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Learning for Good is the podcast for nonprofit leaders seeking practical L&D solutions. Hosted by Heather, an experienced consultant, we dive into leadership development, instructional design, change management, and staff management strategies tailored to nonprofit organizations.

Discover how to implement impactful learning solutions, foster belonging, and influence senior leaders. Each episode provides the tools you need to confidently navigate high-level conversations and drive meaningful change within your organization.

Let’s create lasting impact through innovative L&D solutions!

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 Nonprofits often view training as a cost. I've heard it, and I'm sure you've heard it as well. However, it's actually an investment in the very thing that moves your mission forward: your people.

That's why, in this episode, I'm sitting down with Nancy Bacon to debunk the idea that training is a cost and highlight all the value it brings when done right. She is a teacher, instructional designer, and learning strategist who has worked in the nonprofit sector for over 25 years.

This episode is a game-changer for nonprofit leaders who are struggling with the decision to invest in training, and for nonprofit L&D pros who are struggling to frame up the value of what they do to secure the partners and funding they need.

▶️ Training Isn't a Cost: Here's How Nonprofits Actually Save Money Through Learning and Development with Nancy Bacon

▶️ Key Points:

0:00:00 How Nancy became a nonprofit learning strategist

0:06:05 Cost vs. investment: the ROI of training

0:11:02 Hidden costs of  not investing in L&D

0:16:48 Effectively communicate the real value of training

21:31 The need to shift our mindset from scarcity to abundance

Resources from this episode:

Check out Mark Nilles and Nancy Bacon's ebook  Conferences That Make a Difference.

Catch up with Episode 156 of Learning For Good, where I talk about the cost of training.

Join the Nonprofit Learning and Development Collective: https://www.skillmastersmarket.com/nonprofit-learning-and-development-collective

If you're a nonprofit leader who's ready to invest in your people, complete our consulting application form.

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Connect with Nancy

LinkedIn: Nancy Bacon

Website: nancybacon.com and nonprofitlearning.center

Podcast: Nonprofit Radio Show

Connect with Heather

LinkedIn: Heather Burright

Website: skillmastersmarket.com

Book an interest call with Heather here.

Learning for Good is the podcast for nonprofit leaders seeking practical L&D solutions. Hosted by Heather, an experienced consultant, we dive into leadership development, instructional design, change management, and staff management strategies tailored to nonprofit organizations.

Discover how to implement impactful learning solutions, foster belonging, and influence senior leaders. Each episode provides the tools you need to confidently navigate high-level conversations and drive meaningful change within your organization.

Let’s create lasting impact through innovative L&D solutions!

Produced by Ideablossoms