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Are You a Great Fundraiser?

The complexity of the concept of a fundraiser is amazing. There are many functions, behaviors, qualities and attributes needed for an individual to be a good fundraiser, much less a great fundraiser. Have you looked in the mirror recently? Would you consider yourself a great fundraiser? Read More

The New Donor Frontier: Discover How to Attract Gen Z to Your Nonprofit

The sheer number of Gen Zers moving into positions of income and influence will send shockwaves across the entire economy. For nonprofits, this represents an unprecedented opportunity to tap into the natural behaviors, patterns and interests that are being revealed. Read More

Stop saying ‘I’m sorry’ at work—and use these 3 phrases instead

There are pros and cons to saying, “I’m sorry.”

That’s especially true in the workplace, according to Maurice Schweitzer, a chaired professor of management at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania: While the phrase expresses care and empathy, it’s often not the most…

Do You Strive to Have ‘Top Gun’ Employees?

A top gun recruitment process needs to focus on the candidates who are the best of the best. To hire the best requires a thoughtful recruiting process. To determine the best way to find, attract and hire the best people for your organization, think about the type of people you need for your…

Giving USA 2021: What we learned

In so many ways, 2021 seemed like a year of transition — particularly as many hinted at cautious optimism emerging from the COVID crisis, and a return to more long-term strategic giving versus short term emergency funding. Read more