The need to engage a Development/Fundraising consultant depends not only on whether or not your organization already has the specific expertise it needs; but, also, if an outside perspective is needed to help you identify your strengths and/or weaknesses, or if an outsider is needed to help you break up your internal logjam … and …
One of the biggest challenges at work is simply having time to think. Carving out precious minutes of silence is even more challenging. Yet from just 3-4 minutes of silent reflection for centering, you can quiet the monkey mind chatter. That precious ‘time out’ is valuable ‘time-in’ for new insights and fresh perspectives. You free …
Recently I was struck by a comment from the St Louis County Police Department, that in predominately black communities such as Ferguson, the police practice a “zero tolerance” policy. So if you’re pulled over for almost anything, and they do that fairly often in these communities, and you have an outstanding warrant or even a …
CBS’ 60 Minutes’ interview of Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos about Amazon Prime Air. While it looks like standard promo, the launch may hide an urgent strategy.
Who says your failures can’t lead to success? Employers it seems. We are fond of saying, “Failure is not an option.” And “when it’s rough, the tough get going.” That may be a positive result of the United States unemployment situation and lagging economy. Today’s unemployed may have failed in nailing a specific job or …
Even easily avoidable crises don’t dodge themselves When we saw that Malaysia Airlines was holding a contest asking travelers which places were on their “bucket list”, our jaws just about dropped through the floor. Even in a company that’s proven to be insensitive to the feelings of stakeholders this seemed an impossible mistake, yet here …
A call to action through education The longer crises are allowed to go on without definitive action being taken, the more damage is caused. When you have events like the current Ebola outbreak, that involve not one individual or organization, but many, the response becomes far more complex. In a continuation of its tried-and-true tactic …
1. Your Bequest Program: It’s Easy Getting Started by John Elbare, CFP The simple bequest, which is a charitable gift in a donor’s will (or living trust), still accounts for most planned gifts. Bequest marketing should be a part of every fund raising program. Simple marketing messages can reap huge future revenues for your organization. …
Ah the angst–what do you do with your hands. We rarely wonder about them until we stand up to speak and then suddenly it’s all we can think about. In our pockets? Locked up tight? Behind our backs? No, no and no. In case you are wondering, here are the things you should be doing. …
Incredible example of media prowess from a five year old While media training can make anyone better at speaking to the press, some people are just naturals, even at the age of five. If you haven’t seen the viral video of a young boy absolutely dominating an interview with his local news channel, have a …
