by Richard Perry | Apr 1, 2024 | Curiosity, Donor Communication, Donor Motivation, Passions and Interests, Story | Communication, Cultivation, Curiousity, Donor Conversation, Meaningful Connections, Motivation, Passions and Interests
Every donor has a story behind their desire to make a difference on the planet. Do you know why your donor gives?
by Richard Perry | Sep 25, 2023 | Curiosity, Donor Preferences, Donor-Centered | Accountability, Communication, Curiousity, Customer Service, Donor-Centered
If you ignore your donor’s preferences, they will more than likely leave your organization to find a more welcoming place to give their money.
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Jun 19, 2023 | Curiosity, Donor Communication, Permission-Based Asking | Communication, Curiousity, Donor Conversation, Meaningful Connections, Permission-Based Asking
Dramatically increase your success with donors by asking thoughtful, insight-generating questions that uncover their true wants.
by Karen Kendrick | Jul 4, 2022 | Conversations, Curiosity, Donor Relations, Facilitation, Professional Development | Curiousity, Donor Conversation, Facilitation, Professional Development
In a donor meeting, your role is two-fold: you are their partner, and you are also a facilitator to keep the meeting on-track.
by Karen Kendrick | Dec 24, 2021 | Curiosity, Intention, Learning | Personal Development, Professional Development
Recently, I shared a blog focused on the importance of learning something new and how this can drive happiness, both in your career and in your personal life. In this post, I want to dive into how you can develop a more intentional learning mindset when there are...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Apr 30, 2018 | Curiosity, Stories | Discipline, Passions and Interests, Relationships
Many times, a major gift fundraiser will ask me how he can get donor to go to another level in her giving. I always ask, “Do you know why that donor is so invested in your organization? What is the donor’s story?”