Ep 253: Still Figuring It Out: An Honest Take on People Pleasing and Leadership

Nonprofits Are Messy: Lessons in Leadership | Fundraising | Board Development | Communications by Joan Garry

May 9, 202625:41Government & Organizations

For a long time, Glennda Testone’s people-pleasing nature shaped – and sometimes complicated – her leadership. In this honest, personal solo episode, she shares her journey from people pleaser to recovering people please...

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