When it comes to managing the functions and operations for which we’re responsible, we can struggle and wander. Here are some tips to stay on track to achieve your fundraising goals.
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Tag: Management
7 Magnificent and Essential KPIs That Matter for Your Nonprofit
Day-to-day business management is where KPIs can make a difference for your nonprofit. By using a handful of metrics that everyone agrees on, you can organize tasks, rally the team, and get everyone focused on the right kind of work.
Read MoreHow to Deal With Unrealistic Management Expectations When Fundraising
Truly caring for the donor is the best way to care for the organization. Do not let unrealistic expectations get you off that basic truth. Here are some best practices for dealing with fundraising expectations.
Read MoreWhat Skills Do You Need to Succeed in Your Management Role?
As a nonprofit professional, were you thrusted into management roles over time? Most nonprofit professionals in management roles are not only responsible for management, but they have an impossible fundraising portfolio to service, too. Here are some ways to better your skill set.
Read MoreThe Art of Plate Spinning
You decide each day what is most important to you and how you proceed down the work list based upon priorities. Think about your past, present and future as you look at work functions. With practice, you will improve your craft. Be up to the challenge, and strive for continuous quality work and results each day, for that is what is expected of you…
Read MoreRomancing the Moves (Management)
Moves management. Sounds really sexy, doesn’t it? Not really. But if not done correctly, you will be an utter failure as a major gifts officer.
Read MoreThe Case of the Major Gifts Fundraising Employee Who Didn’t Fit
A sad situation I observe very frequently is a major gifts manager whose primary skill set is major gifts but finds him- or herself in a management position where the up-line managers, even the CEO, are critical of his or her “lack of management ability.”
Read More5 Reasons to Use Event Management Software to Plan Your Next Fundraising Event
Let the software do most of the work so you can concentrate on ensuring the most success for your fundraising events. Here are five ways event management software can make your job easier.
Read More25 Tips for Managing a Direct Report
Put yourself in the other person’s shoes, and you may enhance your perception and improve your skills as a manager!
Read MoreAll-in-One Online Fundraising System Key to Effective Constituent Relationship Management
Fundraisers need a platform that includes a comprehensive array of fully integrated online fundraising and communications applications for donor tracking, website content management, online marketing, social networking, personal fundraising, online donations, online auctions and event management.
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