Major Moves

Strategy, donor psychology, leadership, and the uncomfortable truths behind the largest gifts in philanthropy.
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Dealing with Negative People

Dealing with negative people can be challenging. Set boundaries and offer support without absorbing their negativity. Positive influences are crucial for personal growth.

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End Your Indecision – Today!

Overcoming indecision is vital for success. To end indecision, start by understanding the root causes and fix them. Alignment with values and goals leads to confidence.

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You Closed the Gift. They Canceled You Out.

A fundraiser closed a $165 million gift—and got no credit. The president took the spotlight, while the closer was quietly sidelined. This article explores the nonprofit sector’s discomfort with recognizing individual achievement, often justified as ethical restraint. It argues that this culture of erasure and reluctance to reward success may be fueling burnout and high turnover. The piece closes with a bold message: if you want transformational gifts, start acknowledging the people who actually secure them.

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Coping with Job Loss

Coping with a job loss is challenging. It involves dealing with financial concerns, handling emotional impact and actively seeking a new job.

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