Leaders, Are You Standing in the Way of Bigger Gifts?

Leaders, Are You Standing in the Way of Bigger Gifts?

by | Apr 3, 2024 | , , , , | Communication, Curiousity, Executive Directors, High Givers, Leadership, Management

Leaders, I know that it can feel like a tricky balancing act. How do you push for your fundraisers to make bigger asks without pressuring them into a transactional approach with donors? Let’s say you just heard that a donor gave half a million dollars to the...
Leaders, Are You Blocking Your Team?

Leaders, Are You Blocking Your Team?

by | Nov 3, 2023 | , , , , , , | Communication, Curiousity, Development Directors, Leadership, Management, Professional Development, VPs and Directors

It’s that time of year. For most of you, this is your biggest quarter for giving, and the pressure is on! Leaders, we know this is a stressful time for you and your team. So the question is: are you actually getting in the way of your team’s success? Let’s unpack how...
7 Wishes for Non-Profit Leaders in 2023

7 Wishes for Non-Profit Leaders in 2023

by | Jan 4, 2023 | , , , , | Culture of Philanthropy, Executive Directors, Fundraising, Leadership, Non-Profits

It’s a new year, which means new energy and new life… let’s encourage each other to keep moving forward so we’re always getting better and more enlightened about our work. What do you say? I’d love for you to start out 2023 with a renewed sense of hope about what you...
Not Everyone Can Get Results Through Others… Is Co-Management the Solution?

Not Everyone Can Get Results Through Others… Is Co-Management the Solution?

by | Jun 10, 2022 | , , , , | Coaching, Leadership, Management, Mentoring

There’s a question we ask everyone we hire. It’s worth asking yourself as well: “Do you prefer to get results through others, or would you rather get results through your own efforts?” Many people think it’s a trick question. Like we are trying to figure out who is...