Thursday, February 21, 2008
If Only I Could Get Them
For over 24 years I continually hear the same phrase over and over again.
How can I get Them to understand...
The fact is, getting Them to understand will not engage Them in your mission,
nor compel Them to donate more - Them trusting you will.
The single most powerful human motivator is a relationship.
Here's the proof.
Last month I attended a prominent fundraising gala. The person who purchased the $5000 table where I was seated, was neither a contributor nor volunteer of the organization. In fact, I discovered he knew virtually nothing about the organization. He contributed over $5000 solely because he had both a strong business and personal relationship with the askor... He just couldn't say no.
Make an emotional connection...
Build the trust, then they'll understand!
This is Marshall Howard reminding you . . . giving goes where the relationship flows.
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