From a professional career standpoint, there are two ways you can look at AFP. The front- and back-end professionals might tend to look at AFP differently, but with the same degree of importance.
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Make Every Fundraising Day Count in December
December is not the time to pull back your energy and efforts. Most people are in the spirit of giving now and you need to tap their brief feeling for total success to occur.
Read MoreBook Review: The Surprising Gift of Doubt
“The Surprising Gift of Doubt,” written by Marc Pitman of Concord Leadership Group, is a book that’s not just about nonprofit leadership. It can be applied to leaders in any situation, especially if you, as a leader, need some re-grounding or refocus.
Read MoreBusyness Versus Effectiveness
We live in an age where people measure themselves against how “busy” they are. “I’m so busy” implies that my life is filled with significant things.
Read MoreLet’s Get High
Endorphins are the chemicals that are released when people experience the so-called “warm glow effect” from making charitable donations. We’ve known about the “warm glow effect” for 20 years or so.
Read MoreIt Is Time to Be a Star Employee
Do you have the traits and characteristics to stand out in your organization? If so, do others acknowledge this fact? I suggest that you step up your game and strive to be the best employee you can be in your organization.
Read MoreGiving and the Psychological Reasons Behind It
Fundraising is hard, so try to make success easier to attain. Understanding why your donors give today will prepare you for proactive fundraising processes and greater success.
Read MoreIs an Educational Webinar in Your Future?
Webinars make it easy to remember material, understand practical skills and allow for personal interaction. It takes effort to prepare, and it is as perfect due to its live nature. It typically has a smaller audience that relates to the topic being covered.
Read MoreNonprofits Are Facing Tough Decisions
Right now, nonprofit leaders are faced with a lot of tough decisions. “How should I speak to my supporters?” “Should I cancel my events or postpone them?” Even, “Is it appropriate to ask people for donations during the crisis?”
Read MoreHave You Thought of Managing Up?
Over my long career, I have interacted with hundreds of nonprofit professionals. I have seen many fresh faces come into the nonprofit sector while others have asked for information about the sector.
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