User-Centered Design at ROI

At ROI, we love processes. Many people are intimidated by the idea of creating processes, afraid that it may stifle their creativity by implementing rigid rules or slow down a project. However, we find that whether it’s a checklist, template, or duplicatable process, creating structure enables us to be more creative and productive.
3 Ways to Improve Team Productivity Through Resilience Training

In an ideal world, your workplace would always function perfectly. Your coworkers would get along great, new hires would learn quickly, and everyone could keep their cool when a crisis occurs. Your numbers would always be excellent and your company would show exponential growth year after year. (Or, your nonprofit would attract abundant unrestricted dollars).
Creating Impactful Language: ROI’s Definition of Innovation

Words can carry immense meaning. When we choose our words carefully, we can clearly convey complex ideas, describe deep emotions and express our needs effectively. But the way we use a word—or misuse it—can affect the accuracy of our communication.
Shifting The Paradigms of Nonprofit Work Culture

Being a community worker can come with hefty implicit expectations.
8 Ways to Help Children Manage Stress at School

It’s no secret that children today face a lot of stress. Stress isIt’s a natural response to events that make us feel overwhelmed or threatened. From pressure to succeed in school to the ever-growing demands of social media, it’s no wonder that so many kids struggle to cope with it all.