Too many non-profit leaders exert lots of pressure on MGOs to “get the money.” If you go for the money you may get some, but you will lose the donor long-term.
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If you really are going to be successful with major donors, creating work/life balance will be essential. Here are some practical applications you can use to help you achieve that balance…
As a major gift fundraiser and development professional, I know that you go through times of feeling isolated and alone. We need to connect with one another.
We all have those doubts and worries that freeze us into inaction. And the best way to deal with them is to throw them out into the light and talk about them. Here’s a simple process to do so.
Richard and I think it’s a good idea to step back every once in a while and reflect on where you are. In other words, how are you feeling about your current position? How does it fit your skill set? Is what you’re doing today helping you move toward your future goals? Do you feel joy in what you do?
If you want to be a great major gift officer, you have to understand that it will never be a clean, clear, everything-is-in-order type of job. It’s messy. You have to embrace it.
When a major gift officer takes personal time to renew her spirit and mind, the entire department will benefit, as well as donors and the MGO herself. This is not a luxury; this is a necessary part of your job.
Focus on giving of yourself, rather than trying to acquire things. If you can do it, it will bring you real happiness. Then all you have to do is sit back and watch what happens.
The dark side of working for a charity is that while you are taking care of everything and everybody, you are neglecting yourself.
