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We've extended our Black Friday offer through Friday and I really, really, really want you to consider taking advantage of this opportunity. I created this offering to simply make it easier for you to say yes to yourself in 2024!

Here's how this works: Purchase our special $250 voucher before Friday. We’ll take that $250 off whatever program you choose in 2024 and you’ll lock in 2023 prices. It’s so easy…

Think of it as a golden ticket to leap into the new year with confidence and purpose. With this voucher in hand, you'll be ready to embark on a transformative coaching journey tailored just for you. It's not just a purchase; it's a mindful decision to invest in you. Purchase your voucher here: https://www.thethinkgoodcompany.com/black-friday-special

The Think Good team wishes you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving full of gratitude! 🍂🦃

Think Good has so many exciting opportunities for you (or your organization) on the horizon in 2024! As this year draws to a close, we're thrilled to share a special Black Friday offer tailored just for you.

From now until 11/30, you can purchase a $250 voucher (for you or your organization) that you can use on one of our transformative coaching programs any time in 2024 AND lock in our 2023 prices. If you're ready to invest in your professional and personal growth in the new year, then be sure to say "YES" today.

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Announcing Think Good's Black Friday Special🎉

Are you considering one of our transformative coaching programs for 2024? Act now to secure your spot at 2023 prices! Prices are set to increase in the coming year, but we've got a solution to help you stay ahead.

Purchase a $250 voucher now (for you or your organization) and gain the flexibility to use it at any time throughout 2024. This voucher is your key to accessing any of our top-notch coaching programs.

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Welcome to our newest feature; Think Good Difference Makers.

I get the unique opportunity to meet regular people who are the embodiment of think good difference makers. These individuals, despite their personal circumstances, continue to inspire others to live high impact lives.

Today I’m over the moon excited to introduce you to Ellen Oberholtzer Kalinosky.

Read the full story in my blog tomorrow….

How have you looked at effectiveness in the past? What is the key question we should be asking? It is simple...

How are we fulfilling our mission in the communities we serve? Effective organizations demonstrate results toward fulfilling mission and realizing vision. Does your organization have the Energy, Knowledge, Opportunity, Skills and Capacity to be effective?

As a nonprofit leader, have you ever been caught in a tug of war between doing more and cutting costs? It's a tough challenge, especially when funders set unrealistic expectations and donors demand that every penny goes directly into program delivery.

We know that this tug of war creates stress for nonprofit leaders. That’s why December's Breakfast Club is all about rethinking the concept of less is more!

Join us on December 7th at the Wilbur Mansion (Bethlehem, PA) from 8:30am-10:00am as Laura Otten and I share how to "Do More For More with Less": https://www.thethinkgoodcompany.com/tg-breakfast-club

“Leaders establish principles concerning the way people (constituents, peers, colleagues, and customers alike) should be treated and the way they should pursue goals. Leaders create standards of excellence and set an example for others to follow. They put up signposts when people feel unsure of where to go or how to get there. Leaders create opportunities for victory.”
-Deb Stellato

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“Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” -Howard Thurman

Difference Makers, what makes you come alive? Are you investing your time and resources into the things that make you come alive? The world needs people like YOU!

Join Laura Otten and I as we share with nonprofit leaders, "Doing More For More with Less: How Nonprofit Can Rise to the Challenge." on December 7th from 8:30am-10:00am EST at the Wilbur Mansion! At the Think Good Breakfast Club, you'll gain valuable resources, insights, and takeaways to help you thrive in resource constrained environments!

You can learn more or register at Think Good's website here: https://www.thethinkgoodcompany.com/tg-breakfast-club

NEW BLOG POST ALERT by Think Good's Lead Consultant, Laura Otten, "Money as a Means, Not an End: Redefining Success in Nonprofit Organizations"

Here is a sneak peek of the new blog post! Want to read the full blog? Check it out here: https://www.thethinkgoodcompany.com/blog/redefining-success

"Are you still proudly telling your donors and potential donors an unrealistically high percentage that you spend on programs and services? Are you still patting yourself on the back because of how little your organization spends on operating costs? Are you still turning yourself into a pretzel trying to make the numbers look “good” while crossing your fingers behind your back as you spout those untrue numbers? Then these “old” things are not just relevant to you, but an essential lesson in how to run successful and thriving organizations.

And if you happen to be an organization with a fiscal year that aligns with the calendar year, then the messages of these previously available resources are particularly timely, as you still can rethink your upcoming budget. (If your fiscal year runs otherwise, here are messages to store for later.)

With the end of government COVID dollars and the general uncertainty of the fundraising landscape, nonprofits are very worried about the financial picture for the coming year. So, instead of asking the usual question of, “How are we going to finance program X?”, think about asking these questions:

-Should we continue to offer program X?
-Is program X meeting the impact we promised?
-Do we have a solid business model for this program or will continuing to provide program X force us to prolong our doing the robbing Peter to pay Paul dance?..."

Money as a Means, Not an End: Redefining Success in Nonprofit Organizations — Think Good Coaching and Consulting Don’t get me wrong: money is important; after all, we are a business, and like every business, we need money in order to do our work. But money isn’t our business, but a means to our business as a mission-driven business. As such, we should be judged by how well we meet—or not--the promises of...

SAVE THE DATE for the next upcoming Think Good Breakfast Club on December 7th from 8:30am-10:00am EST at the Wilbur Mansion in Bethlehem, PA.

Laura Otten and I will be discussing "Do More For More with Less". This refreshing perspective challenges the status quo and empowers nonprofit organizations to thrive, even in challenging times. How do you "do more with less"? Join us to find out!

More details to follow!

The Think Good team has been hard at work creating all the behind the scenes tools to show you how to join the Movement, how to navigate the platform, and how to utilize the resources to connect with other high impact, Difference Makers! Check out our Think Good Movement tutorial page here for more: https://www.thethinkgoodcompany.com/think-good-movement-tutorials

Want to learn more about how to join the Think Good Movement and the next steps after you join? Visit our Think Good Movement tutorial page here: https://www.thethinkgoodcompany.com/think-good-movement-tutorials

"I cannot thank Deb Stellato enough! Through our personal coaching sessions, Deb has guided me through examining my weaknesses, gaining perspective about my abilities and how to make better use of them, and defining my leadership style. She has been the outside perspective I needed and trusted when processing decisions that will involve meaningful and lasting change. She has helped me navigate through some difficult situations and always encourages me to celebrate my wins, which has boosted my confidence in coaching and developing my team. Her feedback and encouragement have been instrumental in my quest to find the better leader in me!"

-Beth Garrigan, CEO Safe Berks

If you're looking for support on how to grow into the leader you were meant to be, I'd love to offer you a FREE 30-minute Discovery Call so I can share how Think Good can support you or your organization best! Schedule your Discovery Call here: https://letsmeet.io/debstellato/30-minute-discovery-call

Jerry Colonna beautifully encapsulates the profound connection between leadership and humanity in this quote. His words remind us that true leadership is not merely a role or a title but a reflection of the qualities that make us better human beings.

When we strive to become better humans, to embody compassion, kindness, and a deep understanding of the human experience, we naturally become better leaders.

Ready to learn more about leadership? Join our Think Good newsletter here: https://keap.app/contact-us/8507186890983892

These words resonate deeply with me, as they highlight the essence of authentic and true leadership. It's not about making demands or establishing rules; it's about embodying the values and vision you wish to instill in others.

Leading by example is a powerful force that inspires and motivates those around you. When you live and work in alignment with your vision and values, you create a ripple effect that encourages others to follow suit!

A few weeks ago, Think Good hosted our second Breakfast Club, which was created to bring nonprofit leaders together to think differently about old ways of thinking. Our focus this time... diversifying your organization’s income to create a sustainable future!

The reality of building a sustainable organization is that what got you here won’t get you to excellence and to serving your agency at an exceptional level.

Diversification goes beyond seeking additional grants or individual donors, although they hold significance. True diversification entails exploring new avenues instead of replicating existing ones. While expanding existing sources is crucial, it cannot substitute for genuine diversification.

Want to know when the next Think Good Breakfast Club is? Join our Think Good newsletter here: https://keap.app/contact-us/8507186890983892

All of us are waking up this morning to a world where more conflict is rearing its ugly head.

I just want to remind you that you have a choice. Choose kindness. Choose love ❤️. Choose peace ☮️. Choose to be a .

Be the light. ☀️

Have you read our recent blog post, "Always Be Learning"?

Always Be Learning became my Cornerstone the day that I was hired as the Interim Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of the Lehigh Valley, I had to put my big girl pants on quickly. I had to get resourceful…real fast. There was no other way than to be a learning machine. I had zero experience running a nonprofit. I looked like a deer in headlights for 18 months. I took advantage of any conferences I could go to. I leaned into the consultant network Habitat provided me.

When I learned something, I was eager to integrate it.

I will always share the importance to continue learning whether personally or within your organization! Read the blog post here:

Always Be Learning — Think Good Coaching and Consulting Moreover, let this season of transition serve as a personal invitation for you to embark on your own journey of learning. As the crossing guards return to our streets, take this opportunity to recommit to learning something new. Open the pages of a captivating book, grab a sharpened pencil, and let

NEW Blog Post Alert! ⚠️ "What Does it Mean to Confabulate?"

"I am obsessed with the word confabulate. In fact, I love it so much that I’ve actually replaced it with the term network.

Confabulating is focused on being in conversation with someone else. Networking is really about sharing information with someone else. For me, confabulating is such a cozier and community based term.

One of my areas of unique brilliance is creating safe spaces for people to confabulate with others. Not to boast, but I am really great at getting diverse people in the same room to talk about things that really matter. As a result of these meaningful confabulations, members of my communities then share information with each other. Confabulating is about interacting. Networking is a transaction.

Here’s an example of how this works…"

Read the rest of the new blog post by visiting our website at:

What Does it Mean to Confabulate? — Think Good Coaching and Consulting I am obsessed with the word confabulate. In fact, I love it so much that I’ve actually replaced it with the term network. Confabulating is focused on being in conversation with someone else. Networking is really about sharing information with someone else. For me, confabulating is such a cozier an...

Today, I am uber excited to launch The Think Good Movement-Liberia!! Here’s the scoop… In 2022, I joined a small group of women, committed to bringing a Liberian scholar to the United States through the nonprofit, SHE-CAN.

Enter Peaches into our lives.

Together, we worked with Peaches on her college application and admissions process. We were overjoyed when Peaches was admitted to Lafayette College. We welcomed her at the airport (a “Love Actually Moment”), shopped for school supplies and set her up in the dorm room. Over the past two months, we have built the most incredible extended family. We’ve even welcomed other Liberian scholars who are at local colleges (my alma matter, Muhlenberg College) into our community. A supportive community where Peaches can thrive.

One day, Peaches and I “went live” on Facebook to talk about our shared experience. The response was crazy. Suddenly, my Think Courageously community was growing exponentially with Liberian women in Liberia. My heart was full of joy. As Peaches and I watched what was happening… I knew that my greatest calling was being presented to me…the birth of The Think Good Movement. This is what happens when high impact, values driven difference makers come together.

✅Here’s How This Works for Liberian Women...

Are you a woman in Liberia eager to connect with kindred spirits and contribute positively to your community? Your search ends here. Join the Think Good Movement Liberia, an incredible opportunity that comes at no cost!

As a member, you'll gain access to all the benefits of the Think Good Movement, along with exclusive monthly virtual coaching sessions and group chats tailored exclusively for Think Good Movement Liberia members. Membership for Liberian women is free of charge. Just register with the link below and be welcomed into this international community.

Join the Think Good Movement- Liberia today: https://keap.app/contact-us/167349963092659

✅Here’s How Women From the U.S. & Canada Can Get Involved with TGM Liberia…

Through mentorship and unwavering support, American women have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of our Liberian sisters.

Here’s a few ways you can participate in TGM Liberia:
-Volunteer to be a mentor
-Share your expertise with the community. For example, host a resume writing workshop within the TGML Circle
-Serve as a light for other women by infusing positivity into the TGML Circle

The Think Good Movement Liberia community is accessible to any American woman who is a paid member of the Think Good Movement. By joining the TGM, you’ll get immediate access to TGM-Liberia as well as all of the other benefits of the Think Good Movement.

Together, we can create a brighter future, one built on shared experiences, compassion, and the belief that positive change is possible when we unite.

Join the Movement today: https://www.thethinkgoodcompany.com/think-good-movement

And the research says…

“The lack of social connection is a greater detriment to health than obesity, smoking, and high blood pressure. On the flip side, strong social connection leads to a 50% increased chance of longevity. Social connection strengthens our immune system (research by Steve Cole shows that genes impacted by social connection also code for immune function and inflammation), helps us recover from disease faster, and may even lengthen our life.”
- Psychology Today

So many of us feel disconnected from others. Our relationships have shifted in the past two years. We are feeling lost. Lonely. Tired. It is harder and harder to find our tribe.

We all need a little “we” time.
-Time to be in the presence of other women.
-Time to be in a safe place with other women.
-Time to strengthen the relationships that we cherish.
-Time to build new relationships with women who are thinking courageously.
-Time to build a web of connection with compassionate and caring women.

That’s why I am so excited about inviting you to the 3rd Annual Think Courageously Fall Retreat on October 22nd!

I am designing a day that celebrates and cultivates connection.

Because…connection, as described by the “Goddess” herself Brené Brown is, “the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment; and when they derive sustenance and strength from the relationship.”

By saying a “hell yes” to the retreat you are taking a massive step towards rebuilding authentic connection with other women.

Won’t you join us? To learn more or to register, visit the link in my bio!

Retreat Event Details:
October 22nd @ 10am-5pm EST
Glasbern Inn in Fogelsville, PA
Cost: $159 total (price includes lunch)
Register with $50 deposit
Registration closes on October 12th

NEW BLOG POST ALERT! ⚠️

"Navigating the Changing Fundraising Landscape: What You Need to Know" by Think Good's Lead Consultant, Laura Otten

"Maybe you are as tired of hearing about this as I am. Despite that, it is still important to keep ringing this bell: the fundraising landscape is changing. So, what are you going to do about it? ....

Raising dollars has gotten more and more complex, not to mention competitive. The number of nonprofits hasn’t stopped increasing while the number of donors is decreasing. There is some “positive” news here, though: the size of the average one-time gift made in 2023 was $121, up $6 from 2021. Subscription giving, favored by 57% of donors in 2023, also saw an increase, with an average gift of $25/month, up $1 from 2021."

Want to read the full blog post, check it out on the Think Good blog:

Navigating the Changing Fundraising Landscape: What You Need to Know — Think Good Coaching and Consulting Maybe you are as tired of hearing about this as I am. Despite that, it is still important to keep ringing this bell: the fundraising landscape is changing. So, what are you going to do about it?

On October 1st, we’ll be launching the .

We are so excited to provide a safe space for women in the U.S. to mentor, inspire and support young Liberian women.

How did this movement get started?

Take a small group of women looking to be difference makers and a spectacular scholar. Build a beautiful relationship. Share your vision of a better world with other women. .

Interested in learning more? DM me if you would like to get involved!

NEW BLOG POST ALERT ⚠️

"IT’S COMPLICATED...LESSONS LEARNED THROUGH GRIEF"

"This is a tough week for me as it marks the Anniversary of losing both of my parents. My mom, left us on September 20, 2018, due to a catastrophic fall resulting in a traumatic brain injury. I was the one who found her at the bottom of a flight of stairs. Her loss remains the most traumatic chapter of my life. My dad died on September 19, 2019 as a result of a 15 year battle with Parkinson’s disease.

The passage of five years feels surreal.

My relationship with grief has continuously evolved. I remain curious, embracing the experience of loss, and diligently working through the profound impact it has had on my life. Grief has become an active companion, guiding me in redefining my own identity. It is not a mere transaction, nor does it adhere to the hurried pace of a game show buzzer. Grief encompasses so much more than simply remembering my parents on their birthdays or special holidays."

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It’s Complicated...Lessons Learned Through Grief — Think Good Coaching and Consulting My relationship with grief has continuously evolved. I remain curious, embracing the experience of loss, and diligently working through the profound impact it has had on my life. Grief has become an active companion, guiding me in redefining my own identity. It is not a mere transaction, nor does it