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Bob Lynch, President & CEO of Americans for the Arts, discusses how the nonprofit arts sector can play an important part in a sustainable future by “going green.”
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Archive for August, 2008
Mindfulness in Mapping Career Development
On August - 5 - 2008
There is something wonderful about checking in with your mentor and getting a gem of advice that starts you thinking. My former arts administration professor Anne W. Smith always does this for me. No matter how many years it is between our visits, she always drops one of these pearls of wisdom into my thoughts.
Last week, while feasting on a tamale dinner in the San Francisco Mission, and sharing lessons learned from our latest career adventures, Anne asked me, “So, Amy, what board are you on?” Well, actually, none at all. “I’m taking a break from boards,” I said while tucking into my rice and beans.
Anne would not let me off that easy. “The smartest thing you can do for your development is to get on a board that takes you to the next stage of your career. Think about what it is you want to be doing in two or three years and find a board that takes you in that direction.”
Once again Anne gave me food for thought. If I am serious about playing a leading role in the arts I need to start playing the part. I have been thinking about Anne’s advice and mulling it over with friends. We all agree that it is a strategic move. It also means I need to start thinking about my career next steps. Read the rest of this entry »
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ArtCast: Episode 6
On August - 1 - 2008
Bob Lynch, President and CEO of Americans for the Arts, discusses the importance of building partnerships when it comes to advocating for the arts.
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