My best friend and I started a nonprofit together five years ago and somewhere along the way it became clear that they want their name on everything — the building, the programs, even stuff they barely worked on. I care about the mission but I'm starting to feel like I'm just helping build their personal monument and I don't know how to say that without destroying our friendship and maybe the organization.
More people experience this than they realize.
The line between meaningful contribution and ego-driven empire building has blurred, threatening both the relationship and the shared work.
“Where Are You with Legacy and ego — when legacy-building becomes narcissism?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.