Category Archives: Career

Find out if you are a Talent Manager, a Talent Muncher, or something in between with this nearly scientific quiz. Write down your answers and compare to the key below! You have an open door policy for your team… Always … Continue reading →

So you want to jump the fence from corporate refugee to the charitable sector? Read on for an insider’s advice. Think about your motivation It takes passion, but don’t stop there. We’re in a competitive sector with high standards that … Continue reading →

You already know the basic preparation for your job interview:  examples of successes, how you handle failure and challenging co-workers, and what to say when they ask you about your weaknesses. But as a fundraiser there is some specific preparation … Continue reading →

It’s fall (or whenever) and you’ve got those back-to-school ants in your panties. You hear about a sexy fundraising conference – yay! But then reality sets in when you consider the following. They’re a lot of money! And you’ll probably … Continue reading →

If your NGO is anything like mine, you either never had much money for professional development, or it dried up during the last economic downturn and never came back. Either way, there’s one sexy solution: Do It Yourself! Here are … Continue reading →

I’m a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals at about $300 a year. People ask me about it all the time with a kind of “what’s the point?” line of questioning. Well here’s my take on the perks of … Continue reading →

Problem: You know your fundraising plans are bang on, but are faced with a management team that resists your ideas.  This is a pickle in every industry, but can be a real challenge in the fundraising field. Part of the … Continue reading →