Humorous Corporate Structure
I was cleaning out my files the other day (a task I don’t do very often). I came across the piece you’re about to read.
15 Fundraising Principles
I’m going to ask for 7 minutes of your time. That’s how long it will take to read an amazing story.
Ten Strategies for High Performance
For the eighteen years Lisa Ryerson headed Wells College, she was considered one of the most effective and innovative college presidents in the nation. She is now Executive Vice Pr
The Killer Word
Marketing Management is considered one of the most important books in its field. A classic. It is now in its fourteenth printing.
What’s in a Name?
Okay. Okay! I get it. In a recent e-mail, I suggested a title to consider to take the place of one that is in common use. I received several hundred responses saying— what the he
Building a Championship Team
The other day, I was with the fundraising staff of Western Michigan University. In recent years, their philanthropic revenue has quadrupled.
Beauty of Philanthropy
“I’m really upset.” “What’s the problem, Jeff,” I ask. I’m talking with a substantial donor to his university.
Tin Man Society
You may recall. Several times in the past, I’ve suggested you think of a name other than “Legacy Society” or “Heritage Society” for the men and women who indicate they ha
Retention Fundraising Tips
Roger Craver has written an immensely important book. It’s called Retention Fundraising.
Ten Commandments of Meetings
At a recent Seminar, I asked: How many find staff meetings really helpful? Productive? Exciting? Motivating? Out of a group of 80, about three or four hands went up.
