Leaders, Are You Standing in the Way of Bigger Gifts?

Leaders, Are You Standing in the Way of Bigger Gifts?

by | Apr 3, 2024 | , , , , | Communication, Curiousity, Executive Directors, High Givers, Leadership, Management

Leaders, I know that it can feel like a tricky balancing act. How do you push for your fundraisers to make bigger asks without pressuring them into a transactional approach with donors? Let’s say you just heard that a donor gave half a million dollars to the...
Are You Listening to Your Donor’s Story?

Are You Listening to Your Donor’s Story?

by | Apr 1, 2024 | , , , , | Communication, Cultivation, Curiousity, Donor Conversation, Meaningful Connections, Motivation, Passions and Interests

Many frontline fundraisers do not think about the donor’s story as they are creating and executing their plan with that donor. That’s usually because the pressure to secure the donation has clouded the relationship. Rest assured – this is a normal situation to be in....
Leaders, Are You Blocking Your Team?

Leaders, Are You Blocking Your Team?

by | Nov 3, 2023 | , , , , , , | Communication, Curiousity, Development Directors, Leadership, Management, Professional Development, VPs and Directors

It’s that time of year. For most of you, this is your biggest quarter for giving, and the pressure is on! Leaders, we know this is a stressful time for you and your team. So the question is: are you actually getting in the way of your team’s success? Let’s unpack how...