What are the Gene Keys?
I first came to the Gene Keys back in 2015 when I found Richard Rudd’s work through a podcast. His Gene Keys come out of the Human Design system by Ra Uru Hu (aka Alan Krakower). He knew Ra Uru Hu, and decided to wait to come out with his work after Ra had passed. […]
Nonprofit Board Leadership: How to do it
OK, you’re on your first nonprofit board, and leadership is on your mind. How do you do it? Well, number one, 1. Show up to the meetings. So many board members don’t realize that leadership is all about showing up. And actually doing the work. 2. Learn about fundraising. If you don’t know anything, admit […]
i celebrate you quitting.
In the last few months I’ve worked with women who have stayed at their jobs a LONG TIME and who are ready to move on. They know they can get a higher wage and better working conditions. So guess what? The quitters are winning! Last night I went out with a friend and I bought […]
What’s the outlook for fundraising careers in 2022?
If you are looking to get into fundraising, well, I salute you! I’ve helped lots of people get their first fundraising jobs, as well as helping people move on up in their fundraising careers. I have lots of posts and videos about how to do this. Basically I love helping women ask for more. And […]
Here’s how to leave your dead-end fundraising job
Just go. That’s it. Really. GO. BREAK UP WITH HIM GIRL. HE’S NOT WORTH IT. You want more? Of course you do, I have an article to write here. Leaving fundraising is something a lot of people do- they go on to Corporate social responsibility jobs, Marketing, Public Relations, Government grant management, Entrepreneurship and more. […]
She knows how to get a $12K raise: Interview with Elaine Lou Cartas
Are you looking to be more assertive in your work? Elaine Lou Cartas, first generation female fundraiser, helps us see how to be more assertive in asking for a gift, as well as how to have those challenging conversations at work to help you move ahead! Check out this interview with Elaine Lou Cartas and […]
Nonprofit Governance: What’s your flavor?
This Craig David song makes me groove across the dancefloor. Now you know. Fun Fact: I used to live in Korea, and while I was there, I learned about the many flavors ice cream can be in foreign countries. Such as Durian. Red bean. Kimchi. Lychee. Such variety! So have you ever seen a board […]
How many board members should a nonprofit have?
If your nonprofit is new, making a tiny amount of money with events, or has a disengaged board, it might be time to get new board members. How many board members should a nonprofit have? 4? 10? If you look at your nonprofit’s articles of incorporation, you’ll see that you should have no less than […]
This is what we talk about when the cameras are off.
WHOA ok so did you hear what happened this week? Check out this twitter thread. Let’s just get one thing straight. I am a racist and misogynist jerk sometimes. But here’s the difference between me and TA. I know it. This whole mess is… emblematic of our nonprofit world. And it’s also our larger […]
This little fact is going to help you fundraise better.
This little fact is going to help you fundraise better. Let me get straight to the point. White folks are the minority in the world. And quickly becoming the minority in the US and Canada. That means if you want to continue your good work, it’s important to look at how to get new […]
Finally I can share this
I’ve been excited for months to share Anjali Nath Upadhyay with you. Her podcast, Feral Visions, has been enlightening and inspiring me with so many ideas. Here’s just a tiny excerpt of an interview she did with D’Juan Owens of #nowhitesaviors: “As Toni Morrison says, “If you can’t imagine it, you can’t have it.” We […]
This quote gives me goosebumps
Over the couple months I’ve been thinking of this quote by Greisa Martinez Rosas, executive director of United We Dream. Greisa says, “Follow black women’s leadership, with the boundless love of community, and the discipline of hope. We are the embodiment of our ancestors. We do not buy the lie that we are powerless. We […]
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