Setting Boundaries with Donors Fosters Healthy Relationships
Sixth in the series: Six Traits of Healthy Donor Relationships You probably would never think of saying “no” to a donor. But in a healthy relationship, sometimes you have to. It feels counter-intuitive, I know. But if you don’t do it, you will sow the seeds of a great...
Effective Communication Builds Healthy Donor Relationships
Fifth in the series: Six Traits of Healthy Donor Relationships I could go on forever with lists on how to communicate effectively. But it all boils down, in my opinion, to two big points: You listen well and capture the meaning AND intent of your donors. You give them...
Respecting Your Donor Builds Healthy Relationships
Fourth in the series: Six Traits of Healthy Donor Relationships I was with a man several weeks ago who gave me all the outer signs of respect but who, in reality, did not respect me at all. Here is what that looked like and how it felt. When I emailed him to book a...
What Do You Do with Your “A” Level Donors?
How to Effectively Manage Your Portfolio, Part 2 Have you been treating all of your donors the same? Before I start working with an MGO to help her put a structure to her caseload, I always ask her to tell me how she currently works with her portfolio, and to tell me...TOP RATED PODCAST
Twice monthly, Richard and Jeff address current topics and classic problems in major gift fundraising.
