Embarking on a partnership journey requires a well-defined path. Our 6-step Collaboration Process serves as this path, guiding organizations through the intricate landscape of forming strategic partnerships. Each step, from preparation to integration, is designed with the organization’s unique needs and goals in mind. This process not only ensures compatibility and strategic fit but also paves the way for successful and sustainable collaborations. In this article, we'll go over each step and explain how they help build good partnerships. 

Here are some resources for those interested in collaborations and building culture. You’ll find relevant books, links, and a downloadable PDF. Feel free to explore.

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Collaboration Is the New Competition, by Ben Hecht

We’re excited to share this insightful Q&A session with Peter Rasey, the HR Manager at M+S. Peter brings a decade of HR experience and a dedicated focus on supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). His personal connection to the I/DD community and his commitment to the agencies serving them led him to join M+S. Read more about Peter, and a challenge he has encountered in his HR role that might resonate with others in the HR field.

Nonprofit organizations play a vital role in addressing societal needs and driving positive change. However, navigating the complexities of the digital landscape presents unique challenges for nonprofits striving to fulfill their missions effectively. In this article, we'll explore the top five IT roadblocks that nonprofits commonly encounter and strategies to overcome them.

Regardless of who your organization serves, you face a broad set of challenges and complexities on a daily basis.  Funding priorities shift, regulations change, and staffing issues persist.  How can your financial approach work for you instead of constantly chasing resources?  Here’s a summary of what we recommend all leaders consider as they review and design their organization’s finances: