Collaborative Thought Leadership

#Nonprofit leaders: How do you engage in collaborative thought leadership?
#CollaborativeThoughtLeadership is not about putting your organization at the center. Rather, it’s a long-term strategy for elevating the conversation in the field.

Your greatest thought leadership role may be as a #convener, to bring together the collective passion and intelligence of the players in the field.

Here are some strategies for creating collaborative thought leadership.
· Broaden the circle, by including voices not usually at the table;
· Survey these key stakeholders to surface the biggest questions;
· Help frame the questions as a challenge to the community;
· Create one or more forums to convene around the challenge;
· Invite others to speak in your forums and write in your publications;
· Shine a spotlight on other thought leaders; and
· Listen closely, be reflective, and speak when it is critical.

Now You: How are you generous with other thought leaders?
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