Episodes
On today’s episode we talk about phone calls; who should be answering your phone, how best to initiate a conversation and much more.
Published 12/14/17
On today’s episode we discuss how fundraisers can utilize LinkedIn.
Published 11/30/17
On today’s episode we discuss creating the Disney experience for your donors.
Published 11/16/17
A quick announcement about what’s next for the Engagement Fundraising Podcast. Learn more about MarketSmart at www.imarketsmart.com.
Published 11/09/17
On today’s episode we continue discussing creating a strong fundraising caseload.
Published 11/02/17
On today’s episode we discuss creating a strong fundraising caseload. As you’ll hear, we dive pretty deep into this topic, so this discussion is split into 2 episodes. Stay tuned next week for the conclusion to this discussion.
Published 10/26/17
On today’s episode we discuss fundraising consultants and why you as a fundraiser should consider hiring one.
Published 10/19/17
On today’s episode we discuss our second set of listener submitted questions. This time on if the approach to public and private school fundraising is different and how to determine what fundraising marketing channels to focus on. You can have your question discussed on the show by emailing me -
[email protected].
Published 10/12/17
On today’s episode we discuss the 2017 Major Gifts Fundraising Benchmark Study. This study is the first of its kind by focusing on major gifts. You can download the report at www.iMarketSmart.com/2017BenchmarkStudy.
Published 10/05/17
On today’s episode we discuss donor advised funds. What they are and how your organization can take advantage of them.
Published 09/28/17
On today’s episode we discuss our first user submitted question on cultivating relationships with donors and why it’s so hard to change the mindset at an organization that’s always done something a certain way. You can have your question discussed on the show by emailing
[email protected].
Published 09/21/17
On today’s episode we discuss job titles for fundraisers and how the wrong job title can negatively affect the donor’s perception. Not sure what engagement fundraising is or how job titles affect your success as a fundraiser? Well you will soon!
Published 09/14/17
On today’s episode I sit down with Greg Warner to discuss donor wants, needs and interests. Learn how you as a fundraiser can identify what those are.
Published 09/07/17
Learn why people give in this episode of Engagement Fundraising. Visit www.imarketsmart.com for more information.
Published 08/31/17
Learn the six expectations donors have of non-profits. Learn more about MarketSmart at www.imarketsmart.com.
Published 08/24/17
Learn why content offers work, what things to keep in mind as you create content, and some content ideas that donors will love! Learn more about MarketSmart at www.imarketsmart.com
Published 08/17/17
Learn about the four selfs of Engagement Fundraising. Learn more about MarketSmart at www.imarketsmart.com.
Published 08/10/17
Learn how to use email in a way donors love, how to use it to track engagement, some pitfalls to avoid, and much more. Visit iMarketSmart.com to learn more about MarketSmart.
Published 08/03/17
Learn the power of surveys, what words to use, why donors like them, how best to utilize them, and much more. Learn more about MarketSmart at www.imarketsmart.com.
Published 07/27/17
Learn about the 8 core components of engagement fundraising and how to use these components to raise more major and planned gifts. Learn more about MarketSmart at www.imarketsmart.com
Published 07/20/17
Learn about the 7 core principles that make up engagement fundraising. Learn more at www.imarketsmart.com.
Published 07/13/17