Major Gift Officers are often charged to work at a higher level, but recently, more officers I know have been pounding the pavement, doing the basics to create new relationships and establish donors. That old adage - allow me to introduce myself - is more important now than ever. Take the time to introduce yourself and share your story - it will make a difference in your next donor call.
Read MoreOne area nonprofits are experiencing challenges is with volunteers. Even before the pandemic, volunteerism was on the decline. Now, some organizations like hospitals are unable to have volunteers onsite. Can volunteerism go virtual? What can nonprofits do to bring more volunteers to the table? Read more for my thoughts.
Read MoreNow, more than ever, nonprofit organizations like universities and hospitals must be considering how philanthropy can help them achieve financial goals. In fact, in many cases, without the help of donors, some large organizations could fail. Read this blog to learn more.
Read MoreWhat makes a good leader? What type of leader would you want to work for - or befriend. If you haven’t watched Ted Lasso, I highly recommend it. This show is a breath of fresh air, and also illustrates just how powerful good leadership is in any setting.
Read MoreRecently, my son joined Cub Scouts. My observation after the first meeting is that this is a great way to bring children from disparate backgrounds together to participate in activities they might not otherwise be exposed to. Scouting is a great way to engage with our youth and helps them learn at a young age how to work together to give back to the community.
Read MoreI am a deeply faithful person. I find faith is incredibly important now as we face a global pandemic. How does faith surround you?
Read MoreDoes your board work for the CEO, or does the CEO report to the board? In my experience, it’s the latter, and always should be. How does your board-CEO relationship function? Read this post to understand my perspective.
Read MoreHow can hospitals better collaborate to ensure they have enough inventory on hand of important supplies? OIur hospital systems can work more closely together to solve this problem. Read this blog to learn more.
Read MoreOver the weekend, the City of Omaha lost a true philanthropist, Walter Scott, Jr. Mr. Scott, who was 90, passed away, leaving behind an amazing legacy for our community. If you live outside Omaha, you’ve likely never heard of Walter Scott. While he was one of the greatest influences in our city, he also lived quietly. Read more here.
Read MoreDo you ever get swept up in the moment? When an organization catches momentum, you can’t help but get caught up in the excitement. It’s a great feeling. Read my thoughts here.
Read MoreAre you the type of person who always goes the extra mile? When is the extra mile “basic” and when is it really the extra mile? And why don’t more people honor basic human decency? Read this blog for my thoughts on the topic.
Read MoreThese are challenging times. You may be tasked with wearing multiple hats at your job. Are you able to take the time necessary to secure important gifts for your organization?
Read MoreHow has the Covid-19 pandemic impacted younger workers? What will it mean as they take leadership roles later in life? Read this blog to learn my thoughts on this important topic.
Read MoreJust when you think things are going great, it sometimes seems as though you get derailed. I have seen this recently with clients in Australia as they manage current Covid case rates. Life can take you in many different directions. How do you handle these disruptions?
Read MoreWhen leading your team, are you taking time to manage people as individuals? Not every team member responds to management tactics the same way. How are you managing your team to success?
Read MoreWatching your favorite sports teams lose a game due to many small mistakes can be frustrating. How are sports like our work in philanthropy? Next time you see a mistake on the football field or the basketball court or any other performance area, remind yourself that it’s possible that your small mistakes can be the difference between a win and loss in your world.
Read MoreAs we watch our neighbors in the southeast brave Hurrican Ida, I am reminded of many recent storms and how they have directly impacted my own family. Read this blog to learn more about my connections to Louisianna and the true meaning of the word philanthropy.
Read MoreI am gearing up for some travel for the first time in quite a while, and I am a bit tentative about getting back on the road. Read this blog to find out what’s making me apprehensive.
Read MoreSometimes it can seem as though we’re surrounded with so much negativity, it’s important to find the bright spots and positive outlooks in life. Take a step back, reexamine the situation, and see if you can find the bright spot in your day.
Read MoreWhen faced with a difficult conversation, do you speak the truth or do you tell people what they want to hear? A recent experience has reminded me of the importance of being direct and honest, no matter how difficult the news might be. Are you as direct and honest as you can be?
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