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Coaching, Major Gifts, Mindset, Nonprofit Fundraising

Howdy Partners! You can’t do this alone!

To all my fundraisers, donor relations, event manager friends out there inspiring generosity….THANK YOU! AND… Listen up! YOU CAN’T DO THIS ALONE! (especially at year-end) Start today to better engage your Board, colleagues, and others in inspiring generosity with you! Step by Step……. Think about your partners differently. “If only my board would help!” Rather […]

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November 12, 2024
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Coaching, Major Gifts, Mindset, Nonprofit Fundraising

Don’t Be Scared! Prepare. Share. Care. Dare.

Remember when you were little, wide-eyed in fear of the monster under your bed? With a flick of the light switch, you saw it was just your stuffed animal. Whew! Next, you take a good look around. Daddy reassures you all is well. You decide to be brave and turn out the light. Now it’s […]

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October 22, 2024
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Coaching, Major Gifts, Mindset, Nonprofit Fundraising

What would you take if you have to evacuate?

What would you take if you have to evacuate? Your “legacy” may be crystal clear for you. Or, you might look around at your home or office overflowing with “treasures” and be really clueless what you would grab if you had to be out – like NOW. For me this brings up a lot of […]

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October 8, 2024
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Coaching, Major Gifts, Mindset, Nonprofit Fundraising

Just Show Up

Just Show Up 90 % of success in life is just showing up. It’s showing up when you are feeling great and pumped about what you are headed to do. ……It’s also showing up when you’re beat and looking for any valid reason not to go. It’s probably MORE important then. Every day your life […]

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September 24, 2024
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Coaching, Major Gifts, Mindset, Nonprofit Fundraising

Own your Role, not the result

Ever have times when you feel you are doing everything right…and it just doesn’t work? Or you worked so hard, planned meticulously, executed flawlessly—and the results were still disappointing. In those moments, it’s natural to be frustrated and wonder, “What did I do wrong?” The answer? Probably nothing. Fact – your best-laid plans don’t always […]

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September 9, 2024
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Coaching, Major Gifts, Mindset, Nonprofit Fundraising

Your Different Event Mindset!

Just back from a wonderful experience with AFP Central Illinois. SO Tremendous to be IN-PERSON for an entire day workshop, “Knowledge to EMPOWERED ACTION! Major Gifts Make the Difference!” I asked the group to share a challenge – and by a landslide the balancing act between building strong relationships with major donors and orchestrating successful […]

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August 27, 2024
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Coaching, Major Gifts, Mindset, Nonprofit Fundraising

Unstoppable: I’m still standing

“I got up again, coach.” There’s an ancient Chinese proverb that says, “Fall down seven. Stand up eight.” This simple message is the recipe for a good life – a happy life – a successful life. Let me share a recent story. My cousin, Jerry, and his wife, Chris, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary earlier […]

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July 24, 2024
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Coaching, Major Gifts, Mindset, Nonprofit Fundraising

Focus on what you WANT – write a RAP!

Ever ask someone what they want – in life, in their work, in their spouse, for their kids —-and get a whole ear full of what they DON’T WANT? Do you find that you, too, focus on, and give voice to, what you DON’T want? “I sure hope it doesn’t rain for our event.” “I […]

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July 10, 2024
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Coaching, Major Gifts, Mindset, Nonprofit Fundraising

Don’t Doubt: 3 Steps to Believing You Are Well-Equipped for the Task

Have you ever faced a task and immediately doubted your ability to succeed? You’re not alone. Doubt can be a powerful force that holds us back from achieving our true potential. But it’s time to push past that uncertainty and embrace confidence. Here are three steps to help you believe that you are well-equipped for […]

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June 24, 2024
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Coaching, Major Gifts, Mindset, Nonprofit Fundraising

Perfect Timing for Major Gift Asks

When is the best time to Ask for a Major Gift? Great question! But there is a BETTER question — when is the time best for your donor to give their gift? Here’s what’s key.  We need to ASK on the DONOR’S TIMELINE – not ours. Consider these factors. Our urgency is not their urgency. […]

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June 11, 2024
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