Striving for efficiency is a good idea — until it takes over the mission. If efficiency becomes the main goal, rather than supporting it, you have gone too far.
Nonprofits know “No money, no mission,” but if everything is cut in the name of productivity, the ability to deliver the organization’s purpose can become a casualty and keep you from being who you are.
Too much of anything is usually too much, and the quest for efficiency is no exception. Don’t trade your purpose for ROI and leave your mission behind.
Thanks, Mike!
