In Fundraising, Vulnerability Is Your Greatest Strength
Vulnerability means showing up as your whole, real, authentic self. When you open up, it gives others permission to do the same.
Be Human
This is a great time to make deep connections with your donors – if you’re willing to be appropriately vulnerable.
Dealing with Discouragement
When you’re feeling discouraged in your work, know that you’re not alone. You’ll get through it.
How to Earn a Donor’s Trust
You can know a donor’s interests and passions as they relate to your organization, but unless you gain their trust and know all of who they are, it’s unlikely you’ll obtain a transformational gift.
Going Beyond What is Expected of You: Being Real
Being real with yourself, your donors and your colleagues is an attribute of all great major gift fundraisers. Do some self-reflection. Can you be real?
You Need ‘Your People’
Sometimes major gifts work can feel isolating. As a major gift officer, you need a safe space to be vulnerable and open up to others in difficult times.
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Twice monthly, Richard and Jeff address current topics and classic problems in major gift fundraising.
