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 “Been getting a lot of ‘NOs’ lately.”  That’s how our coaching call began. As we inspire generosity sometimes it seems we don’t. It can pull us down. A “No” has a different effect if it is a long-time donor or someone new you are engaging in a major gift conversation, yet all can disappoint us.   Here […]

January has come and gone. Ground Hog day has passed – Here it signaled six more weeks of our blustery Wisconsin winters!  The chances are 50-50 each year. What are the chances you’ll hit your 2023 fundraising goals on your own?  17%.   Here’s something to consider as it relates to your fundraising goals.  •    The […]

YOU are beginning!  However you crossed the 2022 finish line, you are beginning this New Year! Bravo! It’s scary and exciting all at once! I’m celebrating the New Year in Faro, Portugal where Ken and I are exploring with our son, RJ, and his gal, Bailey.  It’s been a tremendous adventure filled with delightful surprises […]

Just days away from 2023 isn’t it great to look back and remember…… —the donors you helped make the gift that was JUST RIGHT for THEM! —those whose lives are changed because you and your organization SHOW UP every day! — the board members who gave and led by example for others to follow suit. […]

Busy! Busy! Busy!  Happy December! Traversing that fine line between overjoyed and overwhelmed – sometimes only seconds apart!  I LOVE IT! Showed up for a great session with AFP New Jersey and then back to get the tree up (or upside down actually). HAHAHAHA! Simply Showing Up Is Enough 5 Key ways to simply show […]