Then, based on expected or estimated revenue potential, and whether a prospect wants, needs, or demands a solution, opportunities can be prioritized. These tools are used to archive important customer and prospect information, and to track interactions between sales stages which are often defined as:. The commonalities within both environments are the need for a CRM software tool to manage communications and to define critical steps throughout the process. Before asking a prospect probing questions, rapport needs to be built and a relationship needs to be cultivated.
Once a connection is made, a candid discussion can occur. For a prospective donor, the decision to make a donation can be for altruistic, social, reciprocal, tax, or egotistical reasons. By synthesizing this information, a convincing narrative can then be told. Usually, a non-profit that tells the best story will be the one that solicits the most funds.
Thus, personalizing the appeal on some human or emotional level is critical to achieving positive fundraising outcomes. The payoff sometimes comes later. Developing relationships and trust take time. Years ago, I worked with a nonprofit whose Board President who was a broker with a prominent national firm.
Yes, fundraisers must seek funding constantly, document progress, cultivate, solicit, follow-up, steward and more. The challenge comes in gauging the short and long-term value of these kinds of activities. More than once I have finished a relatively brief project of just a few months, and the results of my labors did not come to fruition until months later, and oftentimes dramatically.
Sasha Dichter draws parallels between selling and fundraising. But Sasha notes that selling can be done more thoughtfully, along the lines of what we would consider a nonprofit approach. You are solving a problem for her. You are meeting a need that she has.
Yes, fundraisers can learn from those who sell products. But caution is advised. Look to the long-term and be cautious about short-term thinking. If they do, the odds are they will raise even more funding. And that will enable them to accomplish even more for their good causes over the long haul. You are commenting using your WordPress. So, if your job involves inspiring people to separate themselves from their money so it supports your mission, you must read or listen to this book.
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