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Time Saving Insights in Philanthropy and Career Development.
“Thank You” Does Not Always Work
If you’re in fundraising, you learned how to say “thank you” a long time ago. You know the cardinal rules: send a thank-you card or call within two days. Call the donor by name. Be specific about ...
Little Jessica
Before she became ill, I used to see Jessica every Sunday night when her parents came to play in the little mixed-couples pickup basketball league at the parish gym. At that time — and this was twenty years ago — Jessica...
Authenticity and Equity in Fundraising
Alanna Kaiser, Manager of Individual Giving at Girls in the Game, Chicago, is an intelligent, joyful and authentic breath of fresh air. Interviewing Alanna through a screen...
Fundraising for Fire Departments
I started working with volunteer fire departments in the mid-1990s. I wasn’t new to the concept of voluntarily running into a burning building—members of my family had been involved in the service since ...
Personal Development
End Your Indecision – Today!
While indecision shows up in many ways, there are usually only a few root causes. Take a look at 3 of the most common obstacles and how to overcome them.
Do not be afraid to make decisions. Do not be afraid to make mistakes. Carly Fiorina
Personal Development
4 Strategies for Overcoming Perfectionism
This isn’t necessarily a bad thing, as many perfectionists excel in their fields. When a minor setback feels like a major personal failure, that’s when perfectionism becomes a burden.