by Eddie Thompson | Oct 20, 2026 | Development Management, Professional Development
In my last post, I touched on the importance of knowing when it’s time to move on from an environment that isn’t working. At the same time, difficult situations can teach you things that are hard to learn any other way. Some of the best leadership lessons I’ve learned...
by Eddie Thompson | Sep 14, 2026 | Development Management, Donor Communications
In last month’s blog post, I talked about how fundraising can feel like trying to fill a leaky bucket. Focusing on new donor acquisition over retention is like putting quantity over quality. The result is more work with worse results. Now, let’s explore what it...
by Eddie Thompson | Aug 17, 2026 | Development Management, Donor Communications
Have you ever tried to haul water with a leaky bucket? No matter how much water you collect, it doesn’t seem to make a difference. That’s how fundraising can feel when the primary focus is attracting new donors. You keep collecting, but the bucket never seems to...
by Eddie Thompson | Jul 21, 2026 | Charitable Estate Planning, Development Management, Donor Communications
In my last post, I discussed the factors that complicate generosity beyond simple financial capacity to give. Every donor brings unique concerns, family dynamics, and goals to the table. Knowing their story makes it easier to help them give meaningfully. But what does...
by Eddie Thompson | Jun 17, 2026 | Donor Communications, Professional Development
Imagine you’re the owner of a successful business. It’s time to start planning your estate and the future of your company. Where do you begin? You want to provide for your children and grandchildren, but the reality is more complicated than simply dividing assets...
