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A Practical Lesson from Star Wars: How to Raise 2 to 5 Times as Much from Real-Life Donors

Bequests and Legacies, Maths of Fundraising
It may be the smartest “bad move” in the history of movies. Back in 1976, while he was negotiating his deal for making a new movie about heroes and villains zooming around in space, George Lucas said he’d take much…
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The Type of Board Member Who Can Transform Your Fundraising (In a Good Way)

Boards and Fundraising
One of the best things you can have as a professional fundraiser is a board member who is also a professional fundraiser. Why would you need that? After all, you’re really good at your job! Do you need more help?…
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These Questions from the Pros Can Help You Land Your Fundraising Dream Job

Nonprofit Jobs, Workplace
Here’s something to consider:  A job interview goes both ways. That is, the interview is not just a way for a prospective employer to learn about you … … it’s also a way for you to learn about your prospective…
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5 Ways to Get More Done by Working Less

Self-Care
Getting enough rest is critical to staying energetic, focused, and successful in your work. After all, even God is reported to have taken a day off after six straight days of hard work creating the universe! When you have a…
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Why It’s So Hard to Tell Stories – and How to Make It Easier

Storytelling
Stories can be fundraising magic. You know that. What doesn’t get said out loud often enough is this: Stories can be difficult to tell! When they’re done well, they come across as effortless, almost as if all someone had to…
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4 More Costly Fundraising Myths, and the Truths That Can Set You Free

Fundraising Myths
Ready to raise more money? Here are some more commonly held fundraising myths that could be holding you back. Myth: Direct mail is dying They’ve been saying this since before the invention of the postage stamp. It’s usually said by…
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