by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Oct 30, 2017 | Relationships, Strategy, Wealth Indicators | Management, Metrics, Moves Management
We have been saying it all along, and now others are saying it: things are not right in the development function of many non-profits. In a recent article in Education Dive, Autumn Arnett writes: “…a recent survey of university gift officers, conducted by Ruffalo Noel...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Jun 17, 2016 | leadership, Management, Philanthropy, Relationships | Donor-Centered, Major Gift Officers, Moves Management, Passions and Interests, Relationships, Uncategorized
I want you to think about your significant other or best friend. How long did it take to cultivate and build that relationship to where it is today? Most likely, a very long time. Even if you think you know that person very well, the fact is that you are still finding...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Jul 23, 2021 | Community, gratitude, Relationships, Thanking | Impact, Major Gifts, Teamwork, Uncategorized
I didn’t really mean that. You should thank your donors every day. I did, however, want to get your attention to tell you that you have more people to show gratitude toward than just your donors. Who are they? They are all the people who help you do your job well. All...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | May 13, 2016 | Community, gratitude, Relationships, Thanking | Impact, Major Gifts, Teamwork, Uncategorized
I didn’t really mean that. You should thank your donors every day. I did, however, want to get your attention to tell you that you have more people to show gratitude toward than just your donors. Who are they? They are all the people who help you do your job well. All...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Oct 9, 2015 | Goals, Long Term, Relationships | Donor-Centered, Goal-setting, Major Gifts, Relationships, Uncategorized
Life is not a straight line. It is always 3 steps forward, then 1 step back – or 1 step forward and 3 steps back. Why are we so bothered by side trips, failure and things that don’t turn out as we expected? Perhaps that’s it. We expected this, and that is what...