by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Mar 3, 2023 | Failure, Frontline Fundraiser, Job Performance, Success | Accountability, Evaluation, Hiring and Retaining Staff, Metrics, Performance
“Why am I failing at my job?” We hear this question a lot these days. Failure is lurking for many (if not most) mid-level, major gifts, and planned giving officers in the non-profit sector. But it’s a quiet question. You have to dig to find it. Why? Because these good...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Nov 11, 2022 | Front-line Fundraisers, Hiring, Interviewing | Fundraising, Hiring, Hiring and Retaining Staff, Major Gift Officers, MGO Characteristics
Are you having a hard time finding frontline fundraising talent? You’re not the only one. We’re hearing from our clients how difficult it is finding people to respond to job postings and recruitment efforts. Additionally, if you read any of our trade publications, it...
by Guest Contributor | Oct 19, 2022 | Employee Retention, Hiring, Organization Culture | Culture of Philanthropy, Diversity, Equity, Hiring, Hiring and Retaining Staff, Professional Development
For today’s blog, I’ve invited Paul Towne to share his story with you with the hope that it might inspire you as you think about either moving into a new position or, if you are a non-profit manager or leader, creating a space that is more welcoming and inviting that...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Jul 18, 2022 | Employee Management, Employee Retention, Management, MGO Retention, Retention | Hiring, Hiring and Retaining Staff, Management, Retention
Did you know that on average, fundraisers are leaving their jobs every 15-18 months? The non-profit sector has a serious problem with employee retention, and it’s particularly an issue in relationship-based fundraising roles because it can take up to a year or more...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Jul 1, 2022 | Hiring, Interviewing, Job Description, Non-Profits | Hiring, Hiring and Retaining Staff, Non-Profits
There are thousands of frontline fundraisers interviewing for new jobs right at this moment. You may be one of them. Unfortunately, Richard and I are hearing from frontline fundraisers who recently accepted a new job and are regretting their decision. Many jumped for...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | May 27, 2022 | Employee Retention, Job Descriptions, Non-profit leaders, Non-Profit Leadership | Hiring, Hiring and Retaining Staff, Leadership, Management
At this point, I’m not sure what will get non-profit leaders and managers to wake up. Right now, frontline fundraisers (but really all workers) have the advantage. What do I mean? In today’s business and non-profit climate, the rank-and-file workforce has the...