Fundraiser Education

Truth Talks Ep 5: Clear Is Kind
August 20, 2019 at 1:01 pm

What does "clear is kind" mean to you? In this episode, T-Shank shares the importance of being clear in your messaging — guessing games create confusion and, worse, toxic environments.

Truth Talks Ep 5: Reinvent Yourself
August 13, 2019 at 12:18 pm

Are you interested in reinventing yourself — and your career? But the bigger question is... how can you do it? T-Shank shares her first tip with you in this Truth Talks episode. 

The Dog Days of Summer
August 9, 2019 at 1:14 pm

How is your summer going? Some of us are now taking a large amount of time off and enjoying life. For others, it continues to be the same old grind but a bit more frustrating. It is harder to secure private meetings or group meetings. Everyone is coming or going, and it is hard to settle down.

Truth Talks Ep 4: Put Your Goals In Front of You
August 6, 2019 at 9:21 am

Goals are important for any nonprofit professional. On any given day, how many goals are you aiming to achieve? In this Truth Talks episode, T-Shank drops some "T-Shankspiration" about how you can make sure to achieve those goals. 

Understand the Difference Between Theory and Practice
August 2, 2019 at 1:10 pm

I have always preached the importance of learning theory and applying it in practice. The first day in my first development position at the University of Louisville, I felt I had neither theory nor practice influencing me.

2019 Rising Star: Ria Dubey
July 31, 2019 at 12:19 pm

At the age of 17, Ria Dubey has two patent pending inventions and a mobile app to her name. She is using her creative passion to inspire young women in Detroit and rural India. As the founder of inventrepreneur.me, she is focused on closing the intellectual property gap through actionable programs.

Truth Talks Ep 3: Prioritization Is Key
July 30, 2019 at 12:32 pm

In world where there are so many demands, how do you prioritize things that get results? In this Truth Talks episode, T-Shank drops some "T-Shankspiration" about looking at your priorities and cutting out the things that don't matter and that aren't getting you results. 

Truth Talks Ep 2: Fear Is Holding You Back
July 23, 2019 at 11:51 am

Fear prevents us from doing things that are important, because we're scared. In this Truth Talks episode, T-Shank drops some "T-Shankspiration" about letting go of that fear in order to minimize to maximize your life.

Mind Power Empowering Powerful Fundraising
July 10, 2019 at 9:26 am

As a fundraising coach, one of my critical responsibilities is helping nonprofits set fundraising goals―both long term and short term. I've looked fundraisers in the eyes and said, "You can raise $5,000,000 in one giving day.”...