Are you staring at stalled proposals and wondering what to do next? This episode dives into the root causes of donor dormancy—like misaligned timing, a disconnect in perceived value, or inconsistent follow-up—and offers a framework to triage and reengage major gift prospects. Learn how to categorize your dormant proposals, prioritize them by impact, and take practical next steps based on the kind of interaction you last had. It’s time to stop waiting and start prompting. If your portfolio includes “zombie” proposals, this conversation offers the tactics to revive them.
Read MoreListen to the weekly podcast “Around with Randall” as he discusses, in just a few minutes, a topic surrounding non-profit philanthropy. Included each week are tactical suggestions listeners can use to immediately make their non-profit, and their job activities, more effective.
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