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My bags are (nearly) packed and I’m already excited about joining my colleagues later this week in San Francisco. The Association of Fundraising Professionals’ 54th International Fundraising Conference starts in just a few days! I love the energy of AFP Conferences and I can’t wait to see what I’ll learn this time. One of the things […]
Do donors make big gift decisions alone? Sometimes yes. Sometimes no. Often a spouse, family member, business partner, trusted adviser, or others need to be consulted first. As a fundraiser, how would you know? I’m sure it comes as no surprise for me to suggest that you . . . ask. Step 9 is Asking […]
Last week, I introduced Steps 1 and 2 of the 10 Step Staircase, getting acquainted and introducing the project. I shared some questions that I think you’ll find helpful in the early stages of asking about asking. Today, we’re focused on Step 3: asking about giving. This step is one of my favorites, as you […]
I hope you enjoyed last week’s video describing our Definition of Success in Fundraising. Today we continue the 10 Step Staircase series by taking the first steps! During our climb, I’ll share with you some insightful questions to ask when meeting with donors. In the video below, we visit Steps 1 and 2, getting acquainted […]
Here’s my personal invitation for you to join me in my webinar with Bloomerang: Fundraising Events & Major Gifts: How Do We Get From One To The Other? The webinar is next Thursday, September 17, from 10:00 to 11:00 CDT. There’s no charge, and you can register here. If you’re ready for a new take […]
Last week I was privileged to deliver the keynote address at the Dining Out for Life International Conference in New Orleans. What an experience! One of the topics I addressed was Fundraising Events and Major Gifts: How do we get from one to the other? If you’ve been in the fundraising world very long, you […]
I’m excited to tell you about a FREE, online, worldwide Fundraising Summit coming up next month (April 6-12). I’m one of the speakers, along with over 40 of the world’s top healthcare fundraisers. The Hospital Fundraising Summit is going to be well worth your time! Here are the top 10 reasons why you MUST attend. […]
Happy 2015! I hope you had an enjoyable holiday season. If you’re like me, you’re already looking ahead to the new opportunities that will arise in 2015. I wanted to make you aware of my schedule in hopes that, somewhere along the way, we can connect! I’m excited about what’s ahead this year. I have […]
Guest post from Kathy Wright, Chief Operating Officer for the Institute of Conversational Fundraising Ready to learn from 40 fundraising experts WITHOUT spending a dime or leaving your office? Then it’s time to register for the Fundraising Summit beginning January 5th, 2015. No flight delays due to weather, no catching up with work when you […]
I’m excited to present this free webinar for Business Performance USA on one of my favorite topics: Boards. Join me Tuesday, November 11th, at noon CST. Building The Board Of Your Dreams Essential Keys to Developing Your Ideal Board Is your governing body the board of your dreams . . . or a nightmare? There’s […]