Description
Sometimes fundraisers are so self-sacrificing in their work that they lose themselves. They give 110%, until they can’t do it anymore. These are the ones who are at risk of burning out and leaving the profession entirely.
That’s why we’re devoting this episode to a conversation about self-love and setting boundaries to give yourself room for renewal. When you practice self-love and self-care, you’ll be able to bring more to your role as a fundraiser and create deeper relationships with donors from a place of self-awareness and respect.
This special episode features Karen Kendrick, Senior Director of Learning at Veritus, along with special guest, Nneka Allen, Founder of The Empathy Agency.
Show Highlights: In this episode, you’ll learn…
The obstacles to self-love, particularly in the fundraising profession
How setting boundaries shapes your capacity for self-love and your relationships with others
Where to begin your journey to self-love, so that you can show up more authentically with your donors and be the bridge between their passion and your organizational mission
In the non-profit sector, if you aren’t willing to advance into management, there is very little opportunity to grow as a fundraiser, take on new responsibilities, and increase your salary.
This is a frustrating reality, because not everyone is right for management.
Leadership...
Published 11/12/24
More and more, fundraisers are being overworked and underpaid. They’re frequently pulled in different directions and asked to accomplish tasks that don’t fall under their domain – all without a solid support structure. It’s caused many to leave the sector entirely.
There is so much...
Published 10/22/24