It’s inescapable! We are surrounded by technology and it’s an integral part of our everyday lives. In fact, you are probably reading this on a device that fits into...

You’ve got questions. Our goal is to offer solutions! Not every Development Professional has colleagues they can turn to for guidance. Being able to rely on someone for counsel...

We’ve all been in it. We’ve all had positive experiences as well as some not so great ones. We’ve all sat by the phone waiting for the call and...

While we didn't find out why the chicken crossed the road, comedian Mark Schiff gave us some fascinating insights into the intersection of comedy and fundraising on yesterday's rh Strategic webinar. And along the...

While we didn't find out why the chicken crossed the road, comedian Mark Schiff gave us some fascinating insights into the intersection of comedy and fundraising on yesterday's rh Strategic webinar. And along the...

A discussion with master storyteller, Sarah Weintraub of the SW Strategic Group, about WOWing your supporters with your stories. More than facts and figures, a well crafted story is...

Moves Management works! It’s strategic. It’s methodical. It leads Development Professionals and their organizations to success!! But what is it? And what twist will I learn on this webinar?...

I was honored to appear as a guest on Jennifer Glass’s podcast, MOJO: Meaning of Life & Business. Jennifer and I discussed the not-for-profit world from multiple different perspectives...

How do you nearly guarantee that you’re going to blow a $500,000 capital gift solicitation? One surefire way to achieve this is by not listening to your donor!! In...

A discussion with Dave “The Gratitude Dude” Linn about the power of gratitude and how to use it in a genuine way to create stronger connections with your donors.

Typically, schools begin their development cycle with the start of the school year. The summer is a fantastic time to map out the upcoming annual cycle. But what if...

Several years ago, I had a series of interviews for the position of Director of Development for a private school. This is the story of how I responded to...

Its not always easy but it is crucial that the fundraiser always know what’s going on in their organization. Not only does being in the know avoid embarrassing situations...

We all get bills in the mail. But how often do we get, not just a thank you note but a handwritten thank you note?  

Yes, yes, we all know that cliché about having only one chance to make a good first impression. In this episode we discuss the importance of every single person...

Lianne Forman, founder and Executive Director of Communities Confronting Substance Abuse (CCSA), shares her family’s incredible journey in confronting the specter of substance abuse when they discovered her daughter...

Sir Richard Branson said, “If somebody offers you an amazing opportunity but you are not sure you can do it, say yes – then learn how to do it...

“What you wear is how you present yourself to the world…Fashion is instant language.” ~ Miuccia Prada

Meet Solly Hess, Director of Institutional Advancement at the Orthodox Union’s West Coast division and the founder of SolTalks, Solly’s energetic and impactful motivational speaking company. In this episode,...

What does Dr. Evil, played by Mike Myers in Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery, have to do with your not-for-profit organization?

Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, LinkedIn have a feature called “stories.” In this episode we discuss utilizing subtle social media tools to give your donors insights into who you are on...

Yoda of Star Wars fame on fundraising. 

Your board says one thing but you know, deep inside of your gut that they’re advocating a faulty strategy. How do you ensure the best outcome for your organization?...

Some thoughts on the importance of patience and perseverance to achieve fundraising success.

Entrepreneurs innovate constantly, coming up with new ways to do things or making the “old ways” work better. Fundraisers are cut from the same cloth. In this episode, we...

From Harriet Tubman to Palo Alto, California to the moon: a brief discussion about the key role passion plays in the not-for-profit world, especially as it relates to development...