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WHAT A FOOL BELIEVES

Posted by Jason Fry

Author’s Note: The Doobie Brothers were one of my first concerts. They played with Joe Walsh in Saratoga, New York. If you don’t know them…sorry. Google “yacht rock” then come talk to me.

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END OF SUMMER SHOUT OUTS

Posted by DBD Team

In our work, we are lucky enough to come along side amazing organizations at exciting times in their history. Today we want to recognize several clients who have reached important milestones in their campaigns. Whether they are at the end of a long campaign, or just getting started, these clients have shown both innovation and perseverance. Read on for inspiration and ideas!

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Topics: Success Stories, Capital Campaign, Case Studies, Collaborations, Shout Out

A CULTURE OF HOSPITALITY

Posted by Bruce Berglund

Every August the Donor By Design team sets aside two days to tune-up our leadership skills at the Global Leadership Summit (GLS). Once again, the GLS didn’t disappoint.

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Topics: Global Leadership Summit

TALKING IN 3D

Posted by Lora Dow

At the recent Global Leadership Summit, Juliet Funt, CEO of Whitespace at Work shared the concept of 2D vs 3D communications. It’s a simple idea that encapsulates why our communications – within our organizations and especially with our volunteers – are sometimes more painful than they need to be.

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Topics: Communications, Global Leadership Summit

A LEADER PEOPLE WANT TO FOLLOW

Posted by Sara Luke

Each year, the Donor By Design team attends the Global Leadership Summit to be inspired and challenged. Last week’s two-day summit kicked-off with one of my favorite speakers, Craig Groeschel, Co-Founder & Senior Pastor of Life. Church.

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Topics: Global Leadership Summit

BURNING QUESTIONS: WHAT’S THE LATEST GIMMICK?

Posted by DBD Team

 This July, we’re answering burning questions we hear from many clients and non-profit colleagues across the country. Chances are, the question might be burning in our readers’ minds, as well.

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BURNING QUESTIONS: I’M AFRAID TO ASK

Posted by DBD Team

This July, we’re answering burning questions we hear from many clients and non-profit colleagues across the country. Chances are, the question might be burning in our readers’ minds, as well.

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Topics: Feasibility Study, How To Ask

BURNING QUESTIONS: FEASIBILITY STUDY READINESS

Posted by DBD Team

This July, we’re answering burning questions we hear from many clients and non-profit colleagues across the country. Chances are, the question might be burning in our readers’ minds, as well.

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Topics: Feasibility Study

SUMMER BOOK CLUB: GENERATION IMPACT

Posted by Jan Brogdon

Central to our team values is the concept that we can never stop learning, reading, connecting and sharing.  This month, we will share books that have impacted us personally and/or professionally. Perhaps one of our “book reports” will inspire you to join us in our quest for continuous learning. (Although we suspect you are already there.)

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SUMMER BOOK CLUB: MAN’S SEARCH FOR MEANING

Posted by Danny Maier

Central to our team values is the concept that we can never stop learning, reading, connecting and sharing.  This month, we will share books that have impacted us personally and/or professionally. Perhaps one of our “book reports” will inspire you to join us in our quest for continuous learning. (Although we suspect you are already there.)

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