Apologies in advance as this is my first dip into writing on the EA forum but i feel strongly readers should approach this post with caution and seek additional resources and guidance from more experienced and diverse sources.
There are several things that do not sit well with me: >Although the post states to be sharing personal experience there is a lot of VERY confident advice given here without any credentials to back it up e.g. traits that really help in the role and what helps to do this role well. What evidence is there of this project doing well or the impact of the project? >Lack of Ethical Considerations: The post briefly mentions that starting a charity requires considering "luck," but it fails to address the ethical responsibilities and potential consequences of running an organization, especially in the charitable sector. Ethical considerations are paramount when dealing with issues like fundraising, impact assessment, and decision-making. >The post presents the author's personal experiences and opinions as if they are universally applicable to anyone interested in starting a charity. However, the challenges, opportunities, and requirements can vary significantly depending on the nature of the charity and the individual's background. This lack of nuance could mislead readers. >The post oversimplifies the complexities of starting and running a charity. It fails to delve into the intricate details, legalities, and ethical considerations involved. This oversimplification can lead aspiring charity founders to underestimate the challenges they might face.
I feel strongly that people writing such a post should be either an incubator that has seen many charities succeed and fail or that the post should give less overconfident universal advice without any real evidence or experience to back it up.
Apologies in advance as this is my first dip into writing on the EA forum but i feel strongly readers should approach this post with caution and seek additional resources and guidance from more experienced and diverse sources.
There are several things that do not sit well with me:
>Although the post states to be sharing personal experience there is a lot of VERY confident advice given here without any credentials to back it up e.g. traits that really help in the role and what helps to do this role well. What evidence is there of this project doing well or the impact of the project?
>Lack of Ethical Considerations: The post briefly mentions that starting a charity requires considering "luck," but it fails to address the ethical responsibilities and potential consequences of running an organization, especially in the charitable sector. Ethical considerations are paramount when dealing with issues like fundraising, impact assessment, and decision-making.
>The post presents the author's personal experiences and opinions as if they are universally applicable to anyone interested in starting a charity. However, the challenges, opportunities, and requirements can vary significantly depending on the nature of the charity and the individual's background. This lack of nuance could mislead readers.
>The post oversimplifies the complexities of starting and running a charity. It fails to delve into the intricate details, legalities, and ethical considerations involved. This oversimplification can lead aspiring charity founders to underestimate the challenges they might face.
I feel strongly that people writing such a post should be either an incubator that has seen many charities succeed and fail or that the post should give less overconfident universal advice without any real evidence or experience to back it up.