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As professional fundraisers, we frequently deal with the prospect of being “rejected”. Over the years, I’ve spoken to hundreds of fundraisers who have told me that this fear of NO is one of the biggest obstacles to their success. No one likes to be rejected. Whether it is getting turned down by your high school crush or […]
One of the more amazing examples of leadership in the face of great odds and pressure is that of Winston Churchill, the British Prime Minister before and during World War II. Over the years, I’ve learned about Churchill and his story. I was listening to a program recently where some scholars were discussing this great […]
Were you ever called in to the principal’s office when you were in grade school? It’s okay, you don’t have to answer that… 😉 But, if it happens again, now that you work for a school, I suggest bringing my friend Linda’s book with you! Linda McNay’s years of experience raising money for schools makes […]
Bylaws. Just seeing the word may fill you with a sense of dread. Or cause your eyes to cross and several yawns to follow. After all, what could be more boring than reading organizational bylaws? They seem so tedious and unnecessary, right? Every organization operates under a massive burden of laws and regulations. These legal […]
When my publisher asked me to reach out to my colleagues, peers, and leaders in the field for pre-publication reviews of The Intentional Board, I couldn’t have imagined the uplifting feedback that would follow. I’m sharing these reviews, one at a time, as an expression of my gratitude for the generous support of these friends. […]
“I’m not sure we can afford The Asking Academy.” My team and I have heard this before … and it’s a common concern. Your budget is carefully calculated and managed, and before committing to a larger investment of time and resources, you want to know that the investment is going to be worth it. I understand […]
When we hear the words “3D”, what first comes to mind is the term three dimensional. When something/someone is three dimensional, it is well rounded with great depth. Like a character in a movie. My 3Ds have a similar application. They help make an organization well rounded and with great depth. The 3Ds are: Direction – […]
Here is a fact about boards — they can’t raise money. A board can pass motions and deliberate in meetings, but as an entity, the board can’t raise money. Board members, on the other hand, can and should be a part of the fundraising process. Members can do lots of things for the benefit of […]