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In all likelihood, you’ve never heard of Oscar Maddux. Born in 1902, Mr. Maddux lived in Deerfield, Kansas. He died in 1973. I lived in Deerfield until I was 5 years old. Oscar and his wife, Edith, were close friends of my parents, although I don’t know what started that relationship. I don’t really remember […]
Good morning, Have you ever found yourself taking on more and more responsibilities the closer you get to a big event, presentation, or board meeting? At times, we all tend to believe the false notion that we’re the only one who can get the job done. Today’s Law is all about the idea that you […]
Here’s one fact that can’t be avoided – everything revolves around something. We naturally tend to revolve around people. Check out today’s video for insight into what this means for your organization. Funders fund solutions, not people. It’s important to consider what (or who) your board revolves around. Your friend, Kent Stroman Speaker, Author, Consultant, […]
Here we go! You’ve probably heard people talk about “getting on the same page” whether in the boardroom or in other settings. Law #1 addresses the importance of clearly defining “the page.” Watch here: How about you? Do you have a page? Your friend, Kent Stroman Speaker, Author, Consultant, Executive Coach PS: Remember, I’m sharing […]
Do you ever feel like your board meetings aren’t productive? Maybe you’re covering the same ground month after month … or maybe it feels like no real decisions are ever made. This is frustrating for everyone involved, but it doesn’t have to be that way. How should an effective and intentional board meeting look? Before […]
I’m so excited to introduce you to The 17 Laws of The Intentional Board! It has taken me years (more years than I want to admit) to develop the 17 Laws, to write the book, and now to launch the content on YouTube. Did I mention I’m sooooo excited?!? The 17 Laws of the Intentional […]
You’re going to love this! I’ve built a career in fundraising by asking for gifts only after asking about asking for the gift. This donor-centric approach has brought great satisfaction to those who have chosen to contribute … and to the charities they support. That’s what it’s all about! My friend, Rachel Muir, does a […]
We all want results. Right? The particulars about which results might differ from one situation to the next, but we tend to focus on the results we desire above anything else. No matter what outcome you’re looking for – more money, bigger endowment, new buildings, etc. – there are five ingredients necessary if you are […]
Too often, we spend so much time worrying about how to ask for a gift that we forget the most important part of the equation: listening. There’s really no point in asking unless you follow up with active listening. This involves three important organs… your ears, eyes, and heart True listening involves combining these three […]
Asking is something I’m passionate about, and asking the right person, for the right amount, at the right time, in the right way is what sets great fundraisers apart from the crowd. The 10 Step Staircase is a tool I’ve developed to help fundraisers prepare for the big ASK. These 10 questions cultivate relationships with […]