What If I Can’t Seem to Balance My Work Life with My Personal Life?
Many major gift officers ask us how to create balance in their lives as MGOs. It feels impossible, but it’s not.
How to be an MGO and Have a Life
The demands on a major gift officer are enormous, and they pull us away from having a good work-life balance. Here are some ways that MGOs and their nonprofits can make a difference.
29 Ways to Prevent MGO Burnout
Major gift officers have the hardest job we can think of in the non-profit space. In many ways, you have to be everything to everybody.
Take a Break: #6 of Six Actions for Summer Impact
Taking a vacation this summer is highly important to your success as a major gift officer. Take a break, and come back refreshed and ready to go!
Take a Personal Retreat: #3 of Six Actions for Summer Impact
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.
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