What is mission creep or drift? A disease that inflicts nonprofits that chase after money. Why is mission creep such a dread disease? You waste energy for short-term gain that you otherwise would invest to gain a sustainable income.
Karen’s Mission Creep Stopper
When you identify a new revenue opportunity, use this question to avoid mission drift.
A “no” indicates mission drift. Still baffled? Try:
Inoculate Yourself Against the Creep
Do you know the ultimate cure for mission creep? A steady focus on the activities you know will bring your sustainability and more. To identify your best options, determine your income strategy. My book, 7 Nonprofit Income Streams outlines how to create customized strategies. Read the first chapter for free.
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