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Redefining Data and Leadership in the Nonprofit World with Stephen Minix
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In this episode of Agents of Nonprofit, I welcome Stephen Minix who shares how a personal setback led to his philosophy of perpetual positivity and a mission to transform how nonprofits use data. Stephen explores the power of aligning “head and heart” — blending measurable impact with human stories — and challenges the sector to move beyond using data for validation toward using it for growth and learning.
Topics We Cover:
- Why “perpetual positivity” is more than optimism — it’s a strategic leadership mindset
- How nonprofits can balance head and heart — using data and storytelling together
- The DCAL framework for turning data into insight: Define, Collect, Analyze, Leverage
- Why funders must shift from rewarding validation to supporting honest learning
- The pitfalls of short-term funding cycles and how they distort long-term impact
- How AI can act as a “nudge” tool to streamline nonprofit operations and free up creative time
To Learn More and Connect with Stephen:
191 episodes
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In this episode of Agents of Nonprofit, I welcome Stephen Minix who shares how a personal setback led to his philosophy of perpetual positivity and a mission to transform how nonprofits use data. Stephen explores the power of aligning “head and heart” — blending measurable impact with human stories — and challenges the sector to move beyond using data for validation toward using it for growth and learning.
Topics We Cover:
- Why “perpetual positivity” is more than optimism — it’s a strategic leadership mindset
- How nonprofits can balance head and heart — using data and storytelling together
- The DCAL framework for turning data into insight: Define, Collect, Analyze, Leverage
- Why funders must shift from rewarding validation to supporting honest learning
- The pitfalls of short-term funding cycles and how they distort long-term impact
- How AI can act as a “nudge” tool to streamline nonprofit operations and free up creative time
To Learn More and Connect with Stephen:
191 episodes
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