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Listen to the weekly podcast Around with Randall as he discusses, in just a few minutes, a topic surrounding non-profit philanthropy. Included each week are tactical suggestions listeners can use immediately to make their non-profit, and their job activities, more effective.
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- 3 days ago24 min
Episode 304: Are We, You, Ready for the Fundraising Office of the Future?
The fundraising office of the future may depend a lot less on adding people than rethinking the work already being done. Economics, donor expectations, prospect intelligence, and thoughtful technology use can reshape an office around meaningful relationships rather than familiar routines. At the center is a deceptively simple question: are our resources helping us connect what donors care about with what our organizations need? Preparing for change begins not with predicting tomorrow, but with examining what we are willing to do differently today.
- 1 weeks ago27 min
Episode 303: Realizing the Requirements of the Role You Want, i.e. CDO, vs the One You Have
Moving into nonprofit leadership requires more than excelling at fundraising. It demands fluency in how the entire organization works. Chief development and philanthropy officers must understand finance, strategy, governance, technology, reputation, and the external forces shaping their mission. The central challenge is not becoming an expert in everything, but learning enough to ask better questions, seek trusted guidance, and make decisions through an organization-wide lens. It is a thoughtful invitation to reconsider what genuine readiness for leadership looks like.
- 2 weeks ago23 min
Episode 302: The Why and How to Say NO to a Philanthropic Gift
When should a nonprofit say no to a gift? Financial pressure, donor relationships, reputational risk, and long-term obligations can complicate what first appears to be an easy yes. Thoughtful gift acceptance is not an obstacle to philanthropy; it is a safeguard for the organization, donor, and mission. A disciplined process can turn a difficult decision into an act of responsible leadership.
- 3 weeks ago25 min
Episode 301: Integrating Program Staff Into Donor Relationships Without Diluting the Philanthropic Process
Major donor conversations are strongest when fundraisers stop treating program experts as an afterthought and start building the relationship together. Shared planning, a unified case for support, clear roles, rehearsal, training, and accountability can turn technical expertise into donor trust. It confronts what can go wrong when teams make promises they cannot keep. The result is a practical look at how nonprofits can connect relationships, mission expertise, and measurable impact without losing sight of the donor.
- Oct 6, 202626 min
Episode 300: Communication and Outreach By Generational Need
Donor communication is not a one-size-fits-all. Each generation brings distinct expectations about trust, impact, access, and ease. Let’s explore how nonprofits can use generational tendencies as a starting point and still pay attention to individual preferences and relationships. The real challenge is to stop communicating in the way that is easiest and begin meeting supporters where they are. That shift can turn routine outreach into a more meaningful and lasting connection.
- Sep 29, 202615 min
Special 20: The Great Philanthropists - Dolly Parton: Making a Difference Directly
Philanthropy is typically measured by the size of a foundation or the scale of a public gift, but some of its deepest impact happens quietly. Through education, disaster relief, scholarships, and personal opportunity, Dolly Parton’s example reveals how generosity can change the course of individual lives without waiting for an institution to intervene.
- Sep 22, 202628 min
Episode 299: Looking to Create Accountability for the Team: Here is how to do it
Accountability is often mistaken for control, but its real power comes from alignment, clarity, and mutual commitment. This episode explores why realistic goals, regular conversations, and early intervention help teams move from mere activity to meaningful accomplishment. It also reframes accountability as a form of development to strengthen individuals, build trust, and improve organizational performance. For leaders navigating a new role or trying to elevate an existing team, there are practical ways to turn expectations into shared progress.
- Sep 15, 202622 min
Episode 298: Qualification: The Difference Between Interest and Philanthropic Interest
Qualification isn't just about finding out what a donor is interested in, it's about discovering what they want to change, improve, or accomplish through philanthropy. In this episode, Randall breaks down the difference between general interest and genuine philanthropic intent and offers six practical ways to uncover it. The goal isn't simply to move prospects through a pipeline; it's to understand what moves them and become the “sherpa” who helps them get there.
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