Thursday, May 12, 2011

Los Angeles feedback

I had a terrific time at The Center for Nonprofit Management's Executive Learning Program.  Working with these energetic and committed leaders is very rewarding.

What did they feel were their biggest lessons about relationship fundraising?

Here are some comments:

"These are timeless life skills. Relationships create safety and trust and build emotion. Fulfillment of your destiny does not come in a moment, a month or a year, but over a lifetime."

"Marshall taught me how to evaluate my communication style and how to adapt to connect with others. I like to direct.  Now, I'll tune into the others' style and communicate in the way they need."

"Just like the rest of our lives, life is all about relationships and now it's clear that in the nonprofit world, it's all about relationships! Learn to take time to build relationships, not because we want something, but it's the proper thing to do.

"I will get together with my Board and others just to know them better personally and for enjoyment!"

Thanks students, I couldn't have said it better myself!