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Do You HAVE to ASK?
Do You HAVE to ASK? “I didn’t even have to ask!” You may have heard someone say this — and thought, “Wow! That’s great!” You may have even seen this praised as a goal in fundraising. But here’s the better question: Is that really the best outcome for your donor and your organization? […]
5 MUST DO’s When F2F
The Power of IN-PERSON – 5 MUST DO’s When F2F Let me be really straight with you. I see — and so does everyone else — every time you glance at your phone or watch. Wanna raise more major gifts this year? Stop looking at your darn phones and watches. Better yet, take them […]
When Timelines Slip… Stop the Stress – Enjoy the Process
You always have a choice when timelines slip. Yep, you do. You can panic. You can blame. You can lay awake at night. You can fire off tense emails, roll your eyes in meetings, and wonder—loudly—why no one else seems to care as much as you do. Or you can breathe. Reframe. And please […]
Let’s Cook Up Some Success!
The Four Horsemen of Major Gift Mindset Wouldn’t you LOVE to COOK UP more major giving success? Of course! And guess what? Our work as fundraisers is a lot like the experience of a talented, high-stakes chef! Picture Guy Fieri’s Grocery Games—chefs are thrown totally random challenges: Use a specific piece of equipment. Incorporate […]
4 Steps to Being Sticky
Be memorable to your Givers! You take time to consider your messages and questions before your donor visits. It would be terrific if they heard and remembered our key points, right? Brian Walter, an internationally highly regarded motivational speaker, has created a system to help your listeners REMEMBER your message! It’s a frame-work that involves […]
Crickets? Getting People to Respond: Steps for Engaging a New Donor
You’ve left a voicemail. You’ve sent an email. And yet—crickets. You’re not alone in this challenge. Your thoughts can creep into, “Do they really want to talk to me? So how do you get a response? More importantly, how do you manage your THINKING to not let this become about you – “They don’t […]
Love Lessons from the Dog
You’re likely sharing chocolate and flowers with the special people in your life—including your amazing givers! And let’s not forget those who might be alone after losing a spouse, whose kids have left the nest, or who simply love you. Your kindness can mean the world to them. In our quest to be everything to […]
Heart Over Hustle – RAPS: Scale Your 2025 Major Gifts
It’s going to be a GREAT year! Wherever you landed at the end of last year was perfect. Really. You and your givers pulled together to invest in your mission just as it should be! And the best part? They are STILL your givers. Your relationships with them are not defined by what you received […]
Four NEWs for a Happier YOU!
Happy New Year! I love the word NEW! New friend, new idea, new show, new start… YOUR Happy NEW Year! Make NEW work for you! Here are 4 NEWs for a Happier YOU this New Year! “New” feels like ‘second chance’ Let’s be real here – sometimes it’s a third, fourth, or even an “I’m […]
The 3 C’s of Year-End Success: Connect, Care, And Celebrate!
You! Yes, You! The one who is empowering so many to take action on their INTENTION to give this year…..THANK YOU! I see you — pushing harder on a list that doesn’t seem to have enough day to make a dent in. And yet you are and keeping the spirit of generosity alive. Recognize […]