In life, business, and work, difficult times are not a question of if but when. Whether it's financial challenges, failed projects, or personal hardships, adversity is inevitable. However,... read more

I have a love/hate relationship with Meta. I really do. But as of today, Meta remains one of the most effective platforms for reaching people, perhaps the best, no matter who they are or... read more

Throughout my career, I have used many tools to help my clients tell their stories more effectively, but I don't know of any strategy that can strike a stronger punch than a visual... read more

In the last 25 years, I have helped nonprofits and churches raise over $130 million. That's a lot of money, but here's the thing—it didn't come from a few massive gifts. It came from... read more

As leaders, whether you're managing a team in a business or nonprofit, the way you approach challenges, opportunities, and relationships significantly shapes the culture and success of your... read more

Letting go of an employee is never easy, but knowing when it's time to make that decision is crucial for the health of your organization. I've seen leaders, myself included, fall into the... read more

Did you know that nearly 30% of annual donations in the U.S. are made in December, with 10% coming in the last three days of the year? ... read more

In my 25+ years of working with nonprofits, churches, and businesses, I've seen many fundraising, marketing, and communication strategies come and go. But one approach has consistently... read more

One of the most significant issues I see while doing a communication audit for churches or nonprofits is the misalignment between the communications and development teams. And frankly,... read more

I often hear this phrase: "We have a list of people who just want free stuff. These people are not donors." ... read more

Meta has recently launched a new feature called "Audience Segments" in the Meta Business Suite, designed to help you better target and analyze your marketing efforts on Facebook and... read more

In the life of any organization, crises are inevitable. For nonprofits and churches, effective crisis communication is not just about managing a situation; it's about maintaining trust,... read more