The Fundraising Talent Podcast
Business:Non-Profit
It’s always helpful to test some of my beliefs and assumptions with my podcast guests. I was grateful that Judi North and I were able to compare notes on how CEO’s and consultants can get in the way of their talented fundraising staff. Judi has enjoyed experiences where both her boss and consultant provided support and encouragement without creating interference in the process that she was accountable for.
I’m of the opinion that as the profession continues to mature, so must the roles of those who rely on fundraisers to be at their best. Rather than getting in the way, the CEO and consultant should always be looking for opportunities to elevate the expertise and experience of the fundraiser. For example, CEO’s are wise to share leadership with their chief fundraiser and learn how to relinquish control of fundraising decisions. Similarly, many of the tactical responsibilities that consultants have historically provided are increasingly within the scope of what a highly trained and permanent employee can be expected to deliver on.
Rather than resist change, CEO’s and consultants should experiment with new postures to ensure everyone is contributing in meaningful and effective ways. This evolution of roles is understandably messy, however it is essential for advancing our causes.
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#106 | Do nonproft leaders have enough margin for mentoring younger talent?
#105 | Have nonprofit leaders been taught how to have difficult conversations?
#104 | Are leaders aware of the dynamics at play in a conversation?
#103 | How can nonprofits better prepare founders for letting go?
#102 | Are nonprofits playing games with our career aspirations?
#101 | Will you encourage your children to pursue a career in nonprofits?
#100 | How can a shared purpose become the bridge between the generations?
#99 | Are we in denial about inevitable leadership changes in our sector?
#98 | Is fundraising an ideal career path for me after graduation?
#97 | How can fundraising professionals better manage the expectations of boards and bosses?
#96 | How responsive will fundraising have to be in light of the changing face of philanthropy?
#95 | Are nonprofits ready for the next generation of employees and volunteers?
#94 | Will the emerging generation of fundraising professionals be better supervisors?
#93 | Should fundraising professionals take responsibility for their own professional development?
#92 | Could fundraising benefit from having fewer experts and more coaches?
#91 | How much of a stake in the mission are nonprofits willing to give their donors?
#90 | Why is the job search so exhausting for fundraising professionals?
#89 | What would happen if we flipped the fundraising conference on its head?
#88 | How can we better incorporate program and admin staff into our fundraising efforts?
#87 | How can fundraising professionals build bridges between the generations?
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