Becoming a Causie
Champion Your Cause through Nonprofit Board Leadership
by Rob Acton
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Rob Acton
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| Publisher | Forbes Books |
| Publication | Sep 03, 2024 |
| Format | Hardback |
| ISBN | 979-8891881969 |
| Pages | 240 |
| Age | Adult 18+ |
| Price | $29.99 |
Becoming a Causie
Champion Your Cause through Nonprofit Board Leadership
Unleash Your Passion and Maximize Your Impact as a Causie.
Are you driven by a cause you care deeply about, but struggle to find the time or don’t have the know-how to make a real difference? Introducing the Causie―an intentional, passionate advocate who transforms their purpose into powerful, lasting change.
Causies make a substantial, long-term commitment to serve their cause with more than a financial donation. They’re on a mission to create change and to lead, often by securing a seat on the board of directors of the organization that best aligns with their passions, values, and goals.
In this captivating guide, Rob Acton, Founder and CEO of Cause Strategy Partners, shares his proven process for becoming a Causie:
Identify Your Cause. Whether you’re swimming in a sea of passions or you think you have a cause but it’s not focused, Acton will walk you through how to pinpoint your cause and help you determine your “Causie style.”
Find Your Fit. With potentially dozens of organizations serving your cause, Acton will help you home in on the perfect match for your style and impact goals.
Make a Stellar First Impression. Learn how to skillfully introduce yourself and set the stage for success, making the most of your first encounter with the organization. It’s true that you only get one chance to make a first impression!
Increase Your Engagement. Prepare to land a coveted seat on the board of directors by understanding board member responsibilities and Acton’s “Higher Standard of Board Service.”
Start Strong and Confident. Articulate the specific influence you plan to make from your new leadership position – what Acton calls your “Personal Impact Hypothesis,” and hit the ground running.
Woven throughout are Acton’s own story and real-life examples of busy professionals from all walks of life who have transformed their passion into powerful advocacy through board leadership.
If you’re ready to commit to a purpose larger than yourself, this is your roadmap to becoming a Causie and maximizing your personal impact on your cause. Don’t let a busy life or the feeling that you don’t know where to begin prevent you from starting your journey from success to significance. Become a Causie and harness your passion to make a lasting difference!
Reviews, Awards & Endorsements
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"Rob Acton provides the definitive roadmap for a busy professional to find and serve their cause. A must read for anyone eager to make an impact in the world!"
– Karamo Brown
Emmy Award Winning Television Host, Producer, and Activist
"Rob’s book is a powerful companion to the traditional management books sought out by corporate leaders. He reminds us that even the busiest, most successful professionals are more effective and content when connected to the broader community and leveraging their skills for social causes meaningful to them. And even better, Rob offers clear direction on how to make it happen."
– Ed Wells
CEO, The Second City
"Rob Acton’s book shares foundational insights into how successful professionals can find success in driving societal change. Whether you’re decades into your career or just embarking upon it, Becoming a Causie is an essential guide for charting your path to impact in tandem with growth in the workplace."
– Steve Beard
President & CEO, Adtalem Global Education
“The time is now for nonprofit board service to be promoted and marketed to corporations, organizations, and individuals as the extraordinary opportunity it is. Rob makes a very powerful case. The stories he shares should propel each one of us to get off the bench and onto the field."
– Joan M. Garry
Best-selling author and Founder of the Nonprofit Leadership Lab
"Acton’s book is a game-changer for professionals looking to transition from success to significance. His insights and guidance offer a practical approach to finding purpose and making a difference in the world."
– Juan Mejia
President, New York Presbyterian / Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
"Rob's passion for social impact is contagious, and Becoming a Causie is a testament to his commitment to helping others find purpose in serving their communities. Whether you're a seasoned executive or a young professional, this book will motivate and empower you to make a difference as a nonprofit board leader."
– Matt Lashey
Creator & CEO of Wave Health & CEO at Treatment Technologies & Insights, Inc.
"The connection between our professional aspirations and personal passions does not need to exist in silos. Rob and his organization, Cause Strategy Partners, make this a reality by inspiring the workforce to pursue social good initiatives through the paradigms of skills and expertise. Becoming a Causie is insightful and thought provoking, begging the question, “What is your cause?” In it he defines what it means to be purpose...
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