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Communicating and Networking

Business Party Invitations and RSVP's
The contents of the invitation.

Communicating and Persuading in a Nonprofit Environment - The Difference Between Honey and Vinegar
How we say things becomes as important as what we say.

Community Foundations - A Gently Shifting Model
Community foundations develop funds as well as make grants.

Connecting with People
If you are going to connect with people quickly, you have to travel to where they are.

Designing a Communications Plan to Enhance Your Fundraising
Don’t Confuse a “Communications Plan” with a “Marketing Plan.”

Find a Friend, Make a Friend, Be a Friend
Really be their friend.

Friends Soliciting Friends - Is Close Ever too Close?
An effective solicitation can be made if you know and follow the rules. People support institutions, but they give to people

Gracious, Friendly and Polite
Not all personal traits and skills can be included in a resume.

Handwritten Notes
Personal communication is critical.

Handwritten Notes Make A Difference
Never underestimate the value of a handwritten note.

Keeping Email Personal and Professional
Your communications, in whatever form, are a reflection on you as a professional.

Leveraging Web Sites for High-Impact Marketing

Making Things Right
Crafting apology letters for advancement office mistake or blunder.

Never Underestimate the Power of Complimenting Someone
The power of a compliment is only limited by its lack of use.

Presenting Information to Your Board Members
How to communicate effectively with your board.

Proposed Diversity Principles
Discussion about diversity are difficult to hold.

Protocol and Deference are Important to Business Success
A person who knows protocol and shows deference at the right times has an important skill.

Seven Ways to Grow Your Network
Tips to help you build relationships.

Teaching Effectively and Respectfully
Communicate effectively, but do it so it is heard.

Thanking Corporations
Pointers for recognizing corporate gifts.

Thanking Donors - Once Is Never Enough
The Seven

The Fundraiser’s Management Molecule
Balance and equity in all aspects of managing your relationships.

The Importance of Follow-Up
Understanding the nature of follow-up.

The Power of Thank You in Fundraising and in Life
Take the time to thank people no matter how busy you are.


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