“I am not who you think I am; I am not who I think I am; I am who I think you think I am”Charles Horton Cooley When we see ourselves through the eyes of those who love us, we feel valued. We like ourselves. Unfortunately, we too often default to the worst case and […]
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In this episode, Aron from 2H Media shared some fascinating insights into how nonprofit organizations can use video to boost their donations. With his trademark enthusiasm, Aron explained how video can help to create a powerful emotional connection between nonprofits and their audiences, resulting in increased support. Aron also stressed the importance of producing high-quality
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If I had a nickel for every time I get this question, I’d had a gold-plated Tesla and a personal masseuse on staff. “Rhea, how do I get more donors?” The perennial question and an important one. So, if you’re looking to build your pipeline and grow your email list, you won’t want to miss
In our chat with Dana Snyder, she shared four paid ads that nonprofits should run. Here they are: Reach, Video Views, Lead Generation, and Conversions. Reach is all about getting more eyes on your cause. Video Views means creating great video content to engage supporters. Lead Generation is for collecting contact information from potential donors,
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I recently did a training for a group and I didn’t hit it out of the park the way that I had wanted to. I heard the critical feedback and my inner troll DJ started up the Shame Playlist in my head. The familiar hits started to play: I should have done XYZ. They should
In this episode, we chat with Tony Martignetti, an expert in planned giving programs. Planned giving is a way for everyday people to make a big impact on their favorite nonprofits by giving a gift through their will or estate. Tony shares his insights on what makes a successful planned giving program and how organizations
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“Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.” ― Rumi I recently did a few training sessions with social entrepreneurs, some of which were on my curriculum on money mindset. In my training, we go over some common money myths, one of which
My guest, Amy Eisenstein, a fundraising consultant, author, and speaker, shares her expertise on why you SHOULD consider a capital campaign during uncertain times. Amy explains that a capital campaign is a focused fundraising effort to raise a significant amount of money for a specific project or initiative, and it’s crucial for nonprofits to achieve
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I recently read some “advice” from a fundraising expert about ways to engage with your donors. Frankly, I was appalled. The advice they were giving was so deeply antithetical to how I approach fundraising. I believe that the “old school” way that so many of us are taught how to fundraise is just plain wrong
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In this episode, we are joined by Britt Savage, a diversity, equity, and inclusion consultant who shares insights on the report “Unlocking Social Progress by Addressing Structural Racism” by Bridgespan Group. We discuss the findings of the report, its implications, and how organizations can address structural racism to unlock social progress. Key Takeaways: -The report
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In this episode, Pooya Pourak, a design strategist, shares how human-centered design principles can be used to create meaningful connections with donors during the interview process. By focusing on curiosity and connection, nonprofits can build trust and rapport with donors, uncover their motivations, and create customized engagement plans that align with their values. Pooya also
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This week’s interview with Dr. Ellen Wong was a revelation. Ellen specializes in happiness and is spreading her message about the benefits of happiness to the world. Grumpy New Yorker that I am, my first thought was, “Happiness? What kind of hippy nonsense is that?” Ellen walks us through the elements of happiness that she
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I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Ellen Wong, a naturopathic doctor and happiness expert. During our conversation, Dr. Wong emphasized the importance of understanding that happiness is not a destination, but rather something you create. We also discussed the importance of self-care and self-compassion in achieving happiness. Dr. Wong stressed that taking care of
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Welcome to the podcast where we talk to successful consultants in various industries. Today we are joined by Tom Pyun, a former nonprofit leader who transitioned to consulting. Tom is here to share his experience on why he decided to become a consultant, how he got his clients, and how he dealt with imposter syndrome.
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I just finished a ten week teaching stint at my old high school in Ojai. It was nice to be back in the nurturing bosom of my old alma mater without the trauma of actually being a teenager in high school. I could see all of the students learning, growing and experiencing the general cringiness
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Calling all New York based nonprofits! In this episode, we speak with Suzi Epstein, Senior Program Officer at the Robin Hood Foundation, and Kim DiPalo, Director of Development and Communications at Drive Change, about the GRIT program. Applications due March 15! Listen and learn about: What is the GRIT program? How does the GRIT program
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I am not a Bruce Springsteen fan, but I just finished reading his autobiography and loved it. Whether or not you are a fan of The Boss, I think we can all agree that he is an American icon, storyteller and poet. (Side note: if you need a quick 530 page read, I recommend it).
In this episode, we talk to Miranda Ling, Director of Advancement for 826 Valencia, about how they use Afrofuturism to help raise funds. Miranda explains what Afrofuturism is and how it can be used as a tool to challenge mainstream narratives and inspire new ways of thinking about the future. They share their experiences incorporating
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I’ve been thinking about time a lot. Did you know that the average human lifespan is only about 4000 weeks? Holy shit. That really forces clarity. Obviously, I am aware that I will leave this planet one day as all of us will. But, I also see it as some sort of hazy moment in
Join me and one of my favorite repeat guests Greg Warner, CEO of Marketsmart. In this episode, we unpack so much of what is wrong with so-called “best practices” in fundraising and why administrators make fundraisers’ lives so difficult. We talk about ways to talk with donors when they are ready and have indicated their
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This webinar will guide you through common constraints that limit the success of your major gift program.
I’ll show you how to realign your focus on what truly matters—building genuine, lasting relationships with your donors.
