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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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- 4 days ago23 min
Episode 291: Taking Over A GO’s Portfolio: Easier Than You Might Think
What happens when a trusted gift officer leaves and someone new inherits the portfolio? Too often, new fundraisers worry they're replacing a beloved relationship when, in reality, they're continuing a donor's commitment to a mission they already believe in. Why are donors more connected to organizations than individuals? Understanding these five practical strategies will make portfolio transitions seamless, donor-centered, and successful.
- 1 weeks ago24 min
Episode 290: When Absolutely Necessary – The Why and How of Changing the Nonprofit Mission
There is a tension many nonprofit leaders feel but rarely name: when a mission statement remains sacred, even after the organization’s work has evolved. Mission change should be rare, careful, and rooted in identity rather than opportunity. It’s not about finding new language. The most important statement should accurately reflect who they are, what they do, and why their work matters now. For leaders navigating strategy, donor trust, and community need, consider this thoughtful framework for knowing when a mission is still guiding the work and when it may be holding the organization back.
- 2 weeks ago24 min
Episode 289: The Seven Deadly Sins and the Relationship to Philanthropy
What do the Seven Deadly Sins have to do with fundraising? More than you might think. Pride, greed, envy, wrath, sloth, and the others quietly find their way into nonprofit leadership, donor relationships, and fundraising strategy. This limits an organization's ability to fulfill its mission. Let’s dive in and find out how these timeless human tendencies show up in philanthropy and look at a practical framework for recognizing and overcoming them.
- 3 weeks ago25 min
Episode 288: The Donor Wants to Give: Why Aren't We Asking?
Most fundraising challenges don't stem from a lack of generous donors. They stem from never extending the right invitation. Organizations stay trapped in endless cultivation meetings, updates, and tours because they haven't uncovered what truly motivates a donor to give. The best solicitations are never surprises. Discovery should replace persuasion and six practical strategies can help donors accomplish the impact they already want to make.
- Jun 30, 202619 min
Episode 287: Happy Birthday America: Celebrating Freedom Around the World and with Philanthropy
As America celebrates its 250th birthday, it's worth reflecting on something even bigger than our nation's history: the enduring value of freedom. In this special episode we explore how freedom has shaped civilizations, why it requires constant stewardship, and how philanthropy is one of its greatest expressions. From the Declaration of Independence to today's nonprofit leaders, choosing to serve others is one of the highest forms of freedom.
- Jun 23, 202626 min
Episode 286: The Use of Data and Removing Bias - Known and Unknown
Artificial intelligence and predictive analytics are transforming fundraising, but better technology does not automatically create better decisions. Let’s look at how bias, incomplete records, flawed assumptions, and overreliance on data models can lead organizations to overlook promising donors and opportunities. Fundraisers need to think critically about the information feeding their systems. Data should inform decisions, not replace human judgment, relationships and thoughtful strategy.
- Jun 16, 202627 min
Episode 285: Mapping Donor Networks: Influencer Dynamics
Many fundraising conversations focus on the donor sitting across the table, but rarely are major philanthropic decisions made by one person alone. Spouses, children, attorneys, financial advisors, and trusted friends often shape the timing, confidence, and ultimate outcome of a gift. This episode explores how understanding those influence networks can remove hidden obstacles, strengthen donor relationships, and help donors make the decisions they already want to make. The best fundraisers aren't asking for gifts, they're helping donors navigate the people and dynamics that surround every significant decision.
- Jun 9, 202628 min
Episode 284: The Donor Waltz Three Conversation Sequencing that Builds Momentum
Fundraising is relationship building, but too many donor conversations feel disconnected, repetitive, and transactional. Enter the “Donor Waltz”. A three-step sequence of conversations designed to move donors from discovery to alignment, to meaningful commitment. Donors experience philanthropy emotionally, not operationally, and organizations that fail to find the emotional journey risk losing momentum, trust, and transformational opportunities. When fundraisers learn to sequence conversations, donor relationships begin to feel less like a checklist and more like a partnership.
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