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If You Feel Powerless, How Do You Advocate for Change to Happen?

If You Feel Powerless, How Do You Advocate for Change to Happen?

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | May 10, 2021 | Influence, Meaningful Connections, Philanthropy | Culture of Philanthropy, Donor-Centered

Can you advocate for change if you aren’t in leadership? Learn our top tips for how to gain power to move your organization forward.

Respecting Donors’ Space and Time (Don’t Bother Them)

Respecting Donors’ Space and Time (Don’t Bother Them)

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Nov 16, 2020 | appointments, Influence, Strategy | Communication, Fundraising, Moves Management

Respect your donor’s wishes in their interactions with you. Don’t cross boundaries they set.

Major Donors Love When You Tell It Straight (not Manipulate)

Major Donors Love When You Tell It Straight (not Manipulate)

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Nov 13, 2020 | Fundraising copy, Influence, Strategy | Communication, Major Donors, Moves Management

The path to a lasting relationship with your donor is to never cross the line from social influence into manipulation.

The Proper Use of Influence in Major Gifts

The Proper Use of Influence in Major Gifts

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Oct 19, 2020 | Influence, Persuasion | Communication, Relationships, Teamwork

Here are ways an MGO can use influence to promote your ideas, your position and your objectives with those above you and around you.

Consensus: #6 of Six Principles of Influence for Fundraising

Consensus: #6 of Six Principles of Influence for Fundraising

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Aug 3, 2020 | Connections, Consensus, Influence, Personalization | Major Gifts, Moves Management

Remember, to your caseload donor it DOES matter what others think about you and what they are doing with you.

Authority: #5 of Six Principles of Influence for Fundraising

Authority: #5 of Six Principles of Influence for Fundraising

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Jul 31, 2020 | Authority, Connections, Donors, Influence, Personalization | Major Gifts, Moves Management

Donors are more likely to give when they see others they respect speaking well of the organization.

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