Welcome to Staying in the Loop Weblog, a repository of articles on various topics in community and organizational development and small business management. The content consists of reprints from In the Loop, and articles developed by guest authors.  The goal is to provide an interactive forum to share best practices in nonprofit management and small business development. You are welcome to contribute articles, comment on what you read, and share insights and opinions based on your own experiences.

While diverse opinions are welcome, it should be noted that all entries are subject to review by the webmaster, who will not publish any comments that are considered derogatory in any form or fashion.  Unless otherwise noted, the opinions expressed herein are those of the participants, and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Valerie F. Leonard.