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title: "The Edge Podcast: Organizational Development And The Power Of Having Great Mentors"
description: Vikki Scarafiotti joins host Tim Leman for a conversation about developing your people, the power of great mentors, and the importance of being prepared for the unexpected.
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# [The Edge Podcast: Organizational Development And The Power Of Having Great Mentors](https://www.thegibsonedge.com/blog/the-edge-podcast-organizational-development-and-the-power-of-having-great-mentors)

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**“You can't predict what people are going to do, you just have to be able to respond in the most appropriate way you can.” – Vikki Scarafiotti **

[Vikki Scarafiotti](https://www.linkedin.com/in/vikki-scarafiotti-596339/) joins host Tim Leman for a conversation about developing your people, the power of great mentors, and the importance of being prepared for the unexpected. Vikki shares leadership and team development stories from her extensive experience in the nonprofit sector, as well as invaluable advice for those serving on nonprofit boards.

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