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Futures in Fundraising

Futures in Fundraising is a new, interview-based podcast that focuses on careers in fundraising and development. Futures in Fundraising consists of interviews with leading and emerging fundraising, development and nonprofit professionals. While focusing on the interviewee’s fundraising journey – their experience in the field, tough situations, lessons learned and their “Ah-ha!” moments, as well as advice for those seeking to advance their careers in fundraising – we hope to bring new inspiration and light to unique, as well as typical, situations that fundraisers face. Each episode is approximately 25-30 minutes in length…just long enough for a commute to work, a walk with the dog or a half-hour workout! Futures in Fundraising is available for download for FREE on iTunes and through the Futures in Fundraising website. New episodes released monthly! So JOIN US and prepare for YOUR future in fundraising!
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May 3, 2016

MendalBouknight-01

Online tools/resources:

Google

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Book recommendation:

Last Stand: Ted Turner's Quest to Save a Troubled Planet by Todd Wilkinson

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Personal habit that contributes to success: Answering the phone and good text message etiquette

Ice breaker for new donor prospect: Ask questions about their personal experience with the organization Best piece of advice ever received: Learn to lean out of your comfort zone

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If you could spend 15 minutes with any living person, who would it be and why? Ted Turner because of his success as a businessman and philanthropist.

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Not living? Thomas Jefferson because he is a fascinating, learned man.

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Contact info: bouknightmendal@gmail.com or piedmont.org
Apr 5, 2016

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Online tools/resources:

AFP

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Book recommendations:

Belief and Confidence by Ronald J. Schiller

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Abusing Donor Intent: The Robertson Family's Epic Lawsuit Against Princeton University by Doug White

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Topgrading (How To Hire, Coach and Keep A Players) by Brad Smart

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Personal habit that contributes to success: Work hard. "The harder you work, the luckier you get."

Ice breaker for new donor prospect: Always start with a "Thank You" for what they have done, and follow up with something discussed in their discovery call.

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Best piece of advice ever received: AFI. AFM. "Ask for it. Ask for more." If you had one extra hour of free time a day, how would you use it?: For work: Visiting a donor. For personal time: Hiking.

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Contact info: ryan2@clemson.edu
Apr 5, 2016

MissyRyanPenland-01-01

Online tools/resources:

AFP

CASE

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Book recommendations:

Belief and Confidence by Ronald J. Schiller

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Abusing Donor Intent: The Robertson Family's Epic Lawsuit Against Princeton University by Doug White

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Topgrading (How To Hire, Coach and Keep A Players) by Brad Smart

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Personal habit that contributes to success: Work hard. "The harder you work, the luckier you get."

Ice breaker for new donor prospect: Always start with a "Thank You" for what they have done, and follow up with something discussed in their discovery call.

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Best piece of advice ever received: AFI. AFM. "Ask for it. Ask for more." If you had one extra hour of free time a day, how would you use it?: For work: Visiting a donor. For personal time: Hiking.

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Contact info: ryan2@clemson.edu
Apr 5, 2016

MissyRyanPenland-01-01

Online tools/resources:

AFP

CASE

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Book recommendations:

Belief and Confidence by Ronald J. Schiller

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Abusing Donor Intent: The Robertson Family's Epic Lawsuit Against Princeton University by Doug White

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Topgrading (How To Hire, Coach and Keep A Players) by Brad Smart

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Personal habit that contributes to success: Work hard. "The harder you work, the luckier you get."

Ice breaker for new donor prospect: Always start with a "Thank You" for what they have done, and follow up with something discussed in their discovery call.

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Best piece of advice ever received: AFI. AFM. "Ask for it. Ask for more." If you had one extra hour of free time a day, how would you use it?: For work: Visiting a donor. For personal time: Hiking.

7684-28734

Contact info: ryan2@clemson.edu
Mar 8, 2016
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Online tools/resources: Planned Giving resources on nationally-hosted sites. A great example of this is the Shepherd Center in Atlanta.

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Personal habit that contributes to success: Being easy to talk to.

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Ice breaker for new donor prospect: Talk about their background and who they know. You are sure to find shared interests and common acquaintances. Best piece of advice ever received: Don't talk over the ask. What was the make and model of your first vehicle?: An orange Volkswagen Beetle.

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Contact info: ty.tippett@dekalbmedical.org; Direct Line: 404-501-1679
Feb 2, 2016

MiltonKey-01

Online tools/resources:

The Alexander Haas Blog

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The Exceptional Board's Blog by BoardSource

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Book recommendation: 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen R. Covey

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Personal habit that contributes to success: Following up with, staying in touch with, and being available for colleagues and donors. Ice breaker for new donor prospect: Find something in common. 'We were made for each other...we hate the same TV shows.' Best piece of advice ever received: “Soft on people; hard on results.” "If you were given a yacht, what would you name it?": Deborah Lee, for the most beautiful thing in my life: my wife.

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Contact info: m.key@alexanderhaas.com  
Jan 8, 2016

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Success quote: Pick out five to ten goals that you want to pursue and write them down. Recite them daily and soon you will do it from memory. Best piece of advice ever received: “When you find yourself enjoying something, it is more than likely something you have an aptitude for and you should follow that.”

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Personal habit that contributes to success: Take time to think things through. Physical activity helps free up the mind to think more clearly. Internet resource:    www.dsgiving.com

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Book recommendation: The 5 Levels of Leadership: Proven Steps to Maximize Your Potential by John C. Maxwell

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Parting piece of advice:  Find something that you enjoy doing and will do past the point of when you're tired or even possibly something that gives you energy. Follow it and figure out if you can make it into a living. Contact info: bill@donorsearch.net  
Jan 8, 2016

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Success quote: “The question isn't who is going to let me; it's who is going to stop me." - Ayn Rand Best piece of advice ever received: “Don't sell your time. Sell your expertise.” Personal habit that contributes to success: Really listening.

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Internet resource: Google and Giving USA

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Book recommendation: Designs for Fund-Raising: Principles, Patterns, Techniques by Harold J. Seymour

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Essential Principles for Fundraising Success: An Answer Manual for the Everyday Challenges of Raising Money by G. Douglas Alexander and Kristina J. Carlson

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Parting piece of advice:  Do what you love and love what you do. Make it matter. Contact info: ms.del.martin@gmail.com
Jan 8, 2016

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Success quote: “Enthusiasm is so important. Prospects are persuaded more by the depth of your conviction than the height of your logic. They are won more by your own enthusiasm than any documentation you can offer." - Jerold Panas, Born to Raise: What Makes a Great Fundraiser; What Makes a Fundraiser Great

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Best piece of advice ever received: “Focus on your top line and what you are doing to stay focused on bringing in additional revenue.” Personal habit that contributes to success: Maintaining and reviewing lists and handwritten thank you notes. Internet resource: Blue Avacado

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Book recommendation: Give and Take: Why Helping Others Drives Our Success by Adam Grant

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Parting piece of advice:  Don't be afraid of going by your gut. Contact info: jeffsmythe@outlook.com
Jan 8, 2016

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Success quote: “Failing to plan is planning to fail.” – Alan Lakein “This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:8-9, NKJV Best piece of advice ever received: “Don’t sweat the small stuff. Keep focus on the BIG PICTURE.”

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Personal habit that contributes to success: The ability to create a team environment that fosters collaboration. Communication is also key whether you are in a big or small development office. Communicate through it all! Internet resource: The National Center for Charitable Statistics NCCSLogo Book recommendation: Invitation to the Party: Building Bridges to the Arts, Culture and Community by Donna Walker-Kuhne 

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Parting piece of advice: BE CREATIVE!  Think outside the box and look for sources that INSPIRE you! Do not be afraid to step away from what your predecessors have done. Contact info: www.truecolorstheatre.org
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