by Graeme | Sep 26, 2023 | case study, collaboration, sustainability, systems
This case study shines a light on system leadership: sustaining support for unpaid carers. Short breaks play a critical role in supporting unpaid carers and people in need of care. However, the respite care sector in Scotland faces many challenges that puts both its...
by Graeme | Jun 27, 2023 | capacity
In 2019 we came up with a way to create capacity for people to do the things they never get done. It was so good that after successful pilots and amazing feedback we even trademarked it – Advance Retreats. The idea is simplicity itself – but very powerful. We book a...
by Graeme | Apr 19, 2023 | capacity, case study, collaboration, sustainability
A guest blog from Gordon Henry, Cumbria CVS. For many in the not-for-profit sector in Cumbria the last 10 years have been difficult to navigate through. The excitement of working together to “do things differently and to do different things” creates opportunities but...
by Graeme | Mar 21, 2023 | capacity, Lasting Impact, systems
We all know the question. ‘How will you sustain your project’s impact when the funding stops?’ Interestingly, although many funders ask it, most don’t know why. I know, because I’ve asked over 50 of them, one to one or in workshops. Mostly, it seems they ask it...
by Graeme | Mar 14, 2023 | capacity, systems
Update: applications are now closed for this year’s action learning programmes. These are special six-month leadership and organisational development opportunities. Developed by the Lasting Difference team, the programmes offer you protected time and space to:...