In this episode David talks about his experiences soliciting and stewarding donors and how showing potential impact beats "making an ask" and how showing actual impact beats thank you notes.  He also shares his most awkward moments with donors and how you can avoid them! Looking for Fundraising Coaching and Counsel? Check out www.abundantvision.net [http://www.abundantvision.net/]

In this episode David shares some of the do-overs he wishes he could have in his career, as well as some inspiring stories about donors he's uncovered and built relationships with. Looking for Fundraising Coaching or Counsel? Check out www.abundantvision.net

In this episode David shares about how his University is leveraging Remote opportunities to recruit and retain high quality staff and raise more money as a result.  He also touches on some of the key advice he wished he had in his early career! Looking for Fundraising Coaching? Check out www.abundantvision.net [http://www.abundantvision.net/]

In this episode David shares about his professional journey from college to a position of leadership in fundraising at a Tier 1 research institution.

In this episode, Tom discusses common assumptions fundraisers make about donors, why they prevent good fundraising and how to do better by embracing transparent curiosity. Looking for Fundraising Coaching? Check out www.abundantvision.net [http://www.abundantvision.net/]

In this episode, Tom continues his discussion on how to have a presolicitation conversation with a potential donor and shares some thoughts the state of the podcast for the new year. Do you have a question you'd like Tom to address on the podcast or have a suggestion for a show topic? Let us know by emailing Tom at thomasdauber@abundantvision.net Looking for Fundraising Coaching? Check out www.abundantvision.net [http://www.abundantvision.net/]

In this episode, Tom discusses how you can dramatically increase your success as a major gift fundraiser, by learning to ask for permission to have a gift discussion. Looking for Fundraising Coaching? Check out www.abundantvision.net [http://www.abundantvision.net/]

In this episode Bernice Martin Lee, CEO of the Epilepsy Foundation, discusses how she salvaged a relationship with a donor, after they changed their mind regarding a verbal commitment.  Lee also discusses the importance of building partnerships with corporations that lead to philanthropy and how a lapsed donor list played an important role in her strategic planning. For more information on epilepsy, visit https://www.epilepsy.com/ Looking for fundraising coaching or help planning your next campaign? Check out www.abundantvision.net [http://www.abundantvision.net/]

In Part 2 of this interview series, Bernice shares about a time when she realized that her team needed additional training gift solicitation, as well as how she succeeded in getting the attention and funding of what seemed like a disinterested foundation.  Lastly Bernice discusses the critical role attention to detail plays in cultivating major gifts.

In this episode Bernice Martin Lee, CEO of The Epilepsy Foundation, shares her personal experience as a fundraiser with epilepsy, along with her journey from frontline fundraiser to CEO. Want to learn more about the work of the Epilepsy Foundation? https://www.epilepsy.com/ Looking for Fundraising Coaching? Check out www.abundantvision.net

In this episode, Tom discusses the realities of sexual harassment in fundraising and shares his reflections and learnings from a time when a prospective donor attempted to induce him to have sex in exchange for a large donation. Dr. E.E. Beaton's Personal Website with links to her research on sexual harassment in nonprofit settings: https://www.erynnbeaton.com/research Looking for Fundraising Coaching? Check out www.abundantvision.net [http://www.abundantvision.net/]

In this episode, Stephen shares more stories and advice on how development staff can communicate and work more effectively with fiscal staff.

Fractional CFO Stephen Newland shares his wisdom in this two part series about how fiscal officers and development officers can work together more effectively and learn to speak one another's language.   Need some Fractional CEO Support?   Contact Stephen at https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenmnewland/ Looking for Fundraising Coaching? Check out www.abundantvision.net [http://www.abundantvision.net/]

In this episode Tom shares how you can start evaluating your own database for free, using simple methodologies that anyone can learn.

In this episode Tom discusses the types of questions you should be asking your constituents to confirm wealth screening results and make sure they are the major gift prospects you are looking for.

In this episode Tom shares some of the realities of wealth screening results, where they fall short and how to understand what those optimistic results really mean.

in this episode Tom shares his thoughts on the ways wealth screenings can be helpful to your fundraising efforts.  

In this episode, Tim talks about how understanding a long-time 7-figure donor led to a 5X increase in giving, along with other memorable stories!

In this episode Dr. Tim Meier shares about his journey from the mission field into his current role as VP of Development for the Christian and Missionary Church.  He also discusses his favorite qualification story

In this two part episode, Tom covers the basics of prospect portfolios.  How to figure out who's in, who's out, how to keep the clean and why you should keep them smaller than you probably think!