Sally Blount
@SallyBlount
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CEO CathCharities, strategy prof & formr dean @KelloggSchool, bd mbr @Abbott @UltaBeauty @JoyceFdn. The time is now . . .
Evanston, IL
Joined June 2010
What is your potential leadership superpower: organizational architect, relationship maven, passion player? Learn more @
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There are three breakthrough pathways that the most successful C-suite residents tend to leverage. Being a “fixer.” From an early age, people with this type of capability naturally see how things in...
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For my fellow intense souls-my wise friend Dolly Chugh on finding more joy. She asks, "Is it ok to feel joy when there is so much injustice in the world?" Yes, "joy is as essential as food." Here's how to find it. No Justice, No Joy? :
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My mother has long observed that I “think too much.” A friend once said that I can suck the joy out of any experience. My husband occasionally recalls “vacation Dolly” like she was a carefree...
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Humbled by the generosity of our donors + great work our team on the ground is doing for all in need. Extraordinary times. Archdiocese of Chicago and Catholic Charities raise $35 million for COVID-19 relief
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The Archdiocese of Chicago and Catholic Charities have raised $35 million in a COVID-19 relief effort to address a growing need for social services in Cook and Lake counties. Catholic Charities has…
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Must-read new HBR article for female+minority executives on "decoding" leadership feedback.
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Us-versus-them Thinking - Part II. Effective inclusion requires exclusion, too. And that’s ok. Four how-to tips for effective & enlightened inclusion and exclusion. via @forbes
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RT @NotreDame: In 2012, @CCofChicago asked @LEOatND to assess if the emergency financial assistance they provide through a call-in line hel….
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What I am learning in my new job: we need to feed people & keep them in their homes. Food & housing assistance - the time is now. @CCofChicago @FoodDepository .8 Million Have Slipped Into Poverty Since May
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Two new studies show the effect of the emergency $2 trillion package known as the Cares Act and what happened when the money ran out.
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My latest post @Forbes: "Us-versus-them" thinking the source of our most valiant human achievements and greatest destruction. To read more:
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Go Citibank-Jane Fraser CEO! Hermi Ibarra: women are "over-mentored and under-sponsored." Diverse leaders don't just need feedback, but people with power to use their muscle to make the space at the table. THANK YOU Citibank for making the space!!!!! #makethespaceatthetable.
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RT @frwfw: Standing in the need of prayer?.Anyone needing someone with whom to pray can call, from 9am to 9pm, 7 days a week 312-741-3388.….
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Excited for my next chapter: CEO of MW’s largest private soc svcs provider. Humbled +inspired by everyone I meet.
Read @MikeOLoughlin's interview with @SallyBlount, the next chief executive officer of @CCofChicago.
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RT @DalaiLama: I urge young women to accept leadership roles. We need you to promote love and compassion. Realise my dream—that the 200 nat….
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Brave & courageous statement by IU-Bloomington Provost Lauren Robel -- balancing free speech and organizational integrity. Impressive!.via @IUBProvost.
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A truly powerful purpose statement reaches down into your organization to achieve two objectives: clearly articulating strategic goals and motivating your workforce. Read co-authored with PwC's @PaulLeinwand #purposeatwork
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Exciting Chicago innovation news & kudos to CEO BetsyZ-former Chief Innovation Officer @Kellogg.
Breaking news from Doha - @1871Chicago named the #1 global private incubator ! 1871 exists to inspire, equip and support founders building extraordinary businesses. This award is a testament to the impact of our founders, our team and our amazing community. 🥳
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RT @KelloggSchool: While "purpose" is extremely important in articulating strategic goals and in motivating a company, many enterprises str….
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For many employees, the key motivator is a sense of purpose—and yet more than half of those surveyed say they’re not even “somewhat” passionate about their jobs. If organizations want to inspire...
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RT @DanielPink: Two (Latin) words: Solvitur ambulando. Translation: “It is solved by walking.” . Walking is a way to be more present, ea….
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RT @KelloggSchool: What biases emerge as we age? Prof. Sally Blount discusses how aging can impact your career decisions, particularly from….
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