Nonprofit Leaders: Are you nervous?
I’ve gotten really good at knowing who my perfect client is.
In the first call I’m listening for something really specific . . .
The answer? Is a nervous energy around risk and spending present?
We're typically not a good fit if I hear things like this . . .
❓What if we hire a writer to free up our Development Staff’s time and we don't like them?
❓What if we hire a Deputy Director to free up our EDs time and they aren't a good fit?
❓What if we invest in professional development for our staff and then they quit?
❓What if we invest in that new technology it requires tons of additional training?
I get it. I spend thousands of dollars to run my business also.
But, the LARGEST factor that impacts your organization’s revenue growth? Your constant willingness to spend and invest in yourself, your staff, and your organization.
Full stop.
Here’s the tone I love to hear . . .
✨ Let’s invest in an experienced content strategist who knows fundraising too so we can raise more money.
✨ It will be great when the deputy director is hired so our ED has time to build relationships & raise 7-figures more each year.
✨ Let’s be generous when spending on professional development so that my team has the skills to align their hours with dollars and secure larger gifts.
✨ Let’s invest in that new technology and train the staff how to use it so that we can all be more effective when fundraising.
Your organization’s growth has way more to do with your comfort level with spending and investing than any fundraising activity you do.
Revenue problems are fixed with an abundant mindset followed by an honest budget. Then, and only then, can you put together a true financing plan to reach your true financial need. And this is what your team needs in place FIRST to set them up to reach their annual goal.
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