Women To Watch In 2026: The Leaders Building For Sustainable Scale | Catalina Parker | Her Agenda
Jan 30, 2026
Scale Without Burnout: Healthy Growth Strategies for Leaders
Growth doesn’t have to come at the expense of clarity or well-being. When ambition is paired with thoughtful strategy, scaling becomes less about pushing harder and more about building smarter—setting goals that stretch, prioritizing what truly matters, and designing operating plans that can actually carry the weight of success.
Today’s most effective leaders are redefining what healthy growth looks like. Rather than chasing momentum at all costs, they’re investing in systems that support their teams, creating space for innovation, and staying nimble as their industries evolve. The result is progress that feels energizing instead of exhausting.
Leaders from the Dreamers & Doers community are embracing this more intentional approach to scale. Ahead, they share the growth priorities they’re focused on this year—and the strategic shifts helping them expand with confidence, adaptability, and long-term impact.
The 2026 State of Nonprofit Consulting Report
Learn what nearly 400 nonprofit consultants reveal about income, business, and sustainability.