SHORT 'Leadership secrets for charity leaders', Debra Allcock Tyler CEO Directory of Social Change

Welcome to Purposely SHORT, a weekly episode, featuring one of our friends or past guests and their expertise on a certain topic.

This weeks episode features Debra Allcock Tyler CEO Directory of Social Change on leadership.

Episode Highlights

- Normalising 'Imposter Syndrome' and how you should embrace self doubt and nerves to constantly improve and develop.

- The power of constant learning

-People are human beings and not job titles and needed to be treated as humans, 'deal with the human being and not the job title' - Leadership, doing what works and being authentic to the role (rather than yourself)

- 'Role as leader is to ensure your people are connected to the mission and bringing out the best in people to successfully deliver that mission'

Background

Debra has been CEO of DSC since August 2021.

Established in 1988, DSC has been a trusted resource in the non-profit sector, providing vital research, high-quality training, and ongoing support to charity leaders and volunteers. In addition, DSC advocates on behalf of organisations facing tough challenges, from economic crises to the recent global pandemic.

With over two decades of leadership experience at DSC, Debra has played a crucial role in empowering charities to fulfil their missions despite limited resources and frequent obstacles.