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COVID made this business decision a moot point for many employers: it was either work at home or not work at all. Other than the blanket remote work initiative, one of the most highly-affected areas was in the world of estate planning.
No matter the size of a nonprofit organization, the role of its volunteer coordinator cannot be overlooked. As organizations continue to rely heavily on volunteerism as a means of raising funds, the nonprofit volunteer coordinator plays an essential part in the success of the organization.
Negotiation is not adversarial in major gifts—it is the disciplined process of aligning donor intent with institutional strategy. This article reframes negotiation as a core competency for fundraisers, outlining practical principles for anchoring gift discussions, managing concessions, and protecting mission integrity while strengthening donor relationships.
A speed reading crash course is designed to teach how to read faster. This course aims to boost reading speed.
Forget what you’ve heard about planned giving. Just do the math. Baby Boomers, who are among the wealthiest and most charitable Americans, are dying at a rate of about 6,000 a day.
Making time for what’s important involves time management techniques. It ensures that allocate your time to what truly matters in your life.
Getting your tasks accomplished right on time is a good sign that you have full control over yourself and your life. You’ll enjoy the feeling of having more control over your life! You’ll be free from that familiar chaos that follows each time a deadline looms, much more if you finish a task late.
If you’re not getting enough things done on your to-do list, you’re not alone. It’s common to feel a little overwhelmed, rushed, and even guilty when you’re unable to get everything done each day. It becomes very challenging to stay focused.
Are you one who finds yourself putting off today’s tasks until the last minute? Perhaps you’re waiting for the right mood to strike. Or you’re afraid of failure, or you find the work stressful or boring. Which one are you? Whichever is your reason, you can find a way out of this negative cycle!
Is fear holding you back in your career? Overcoming fear as a major gifts officer can help you skyrocket your career and hit your fundraising targets.
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