Last week I received this email from a foundation CEO: âI do have your book and itâs just fabulous. You are really one of the best sources for meaningful information in the foundation world â Thank you!â Iâm not sharing this to toot my own horn. Iâm sharing it to emphasize the critical importance of investing in our own personal and professional development. Eight years ago I truly believed that no one cared what I had to say, and that I had nothing to share with the field of philanthropy. I honestly thought I had maybe 1-2 articles of content to share â total, ever! Then I took the last of my savings and invested in a consultant training program that completely changed my life and my consulting practice. Every year since, Iâve invested time and money in coaching, training, and peer networks, so that I can continuously improve my life and better serve my clients.