90: Do You Know Where You're Going? Check Your Premise

Get on the Fast Track to Grant Writer: www.teresahuff.com/vip What Is Your Premise? I often tell you that action brings clarity, and that's so true.   Every now and then, though, we need to take a step back and check our premise.    A premise is what forms the basis of a theory or plan. For example, when writing a book, you need to have a clear premise so you know what the book is about.   However, sometimes our premise fades or gets lost in the shuffle. This can happen due to: Overwhelm - which clouds our decisions Blind spots - which skew our decisions Last week we talked about having a go-giver mindset. That way of thinking will challenge you to shift your premise in a good way! Check Your Premise  This week I want to challenge you to make sure you're crystal clear on your premise from multiple angles: Personally - before you get into nonprofit work or grant writing, or as you keep moving forward as a grant writer Nonprofits - as an organization, get clear on your premise before you keep working in so many directions (or get off track) Grant writers - before you write the grant, ask yourself: Does this align with your nonprofit mission and the funder's mission? Challenge Question: What's your premise, both personally and as a nonprofit? Connect with me over on LinkedIn or send me a message and I'll brainstorm with you. Listen to the episode for inspiration and practical advice on how to check your premise. Free Audit: How Grant-Ready Is Your Nonprofit? Are you feeling overwhelmed with trying to help your nonprofit apply for grants? Go through the free audit and I'll help you sort out the next steps for your organization. Do You Have What It Takes to Be a Grant Writer? Take the Quiz: If you're ready to explore a career in grant writing, take my free quiz, "Do you have what it takes to be a grant writer?" People are always surprised at how many skills they already have. The distance isn't as far as they thought. Let's figure out how you can use your skills to help change your world. If you're ready to step up your nonprofit game in 2022, join me on the Fast Track to Grant Writer. The world needs you. Other Resources Mentioned: The Go Giver by Bob Burg and John David Mann Episode 88: Are Your Nonprofit Blind Spots Getting the Best of You? Interview with Likky Lavji, Blind Spot Navigator Episode 89: How to Create a Ripple Effect by Becoming a Go-Giver: Bob Burg Episode 86: A Step by Step Exercise to Address Overwhelm at Work Episode 6: Grant Readiness: How to Build the Foundation for Successful Grant Writing Episode 66: Why "Just Get Grants" Syndrome Doesn't Work - and a Better Alternative Episode 80: 7 Things Grants Are NOT: What You Need to Know About Grant Funding Wondering how to find grants and keep up with all the applications? Check out Instrumentl! It's a robust grant search, tracking, and project management tool. Go to teresahuff.com/instrumentl and use the code GWSPOD for a free two-week trial AND $50 off your first month. Connect with Teresa Huff: Website: www.teresahuff.com Take the Quiz: Do you have what it takes to be a grant writer? Social: LinkedIn Community LinkedIn Instagram Pinterest Get on the Fast Track to Grant Writer:  www.teresahuff.com/vip