What are the Gene Keys?
I first came to the Gene Keys back in 2015 when I found Richard Rudd’s work through a podcast. His Gene Keys come out of the Human Design system by Ra Uru Hu (aka Alan Krakower). He knew Ra Uru Hu, and decided to wait to come out with his work after Ra had passed. […]
Nonprofit Board Leadership: How to do it
OK, you’re on your first nonprofit board, and leadership is on your mind. How do you do it? Well, number one, 1. Show up to the meetings. So many board members don’t realize that leadership is all about showing up. And actually doing the work. 2. Learn about fundraising. If you don’t know anything, admit […]
i celebrate you quitting.
In the last few months I’ve worked with women who have stayed at their jobs a LONG TIME and who are ready to move on. They know they can get a higher wage and better working conditions. So guess what? The quitters are winning! Last night I went out with a friend and I bought […]
What’s the outlook for fundraising careers in 2022?
If you are looking to get into fundraising, well, I salute you! I’ve helped lots of people get their first fundraising jobs, as well as helping people move on up in their fundraising careers. I have lots of posts and videos about how to do this. Basically I love helping women ask for more. And […]
Here’s how to leave your dead-end fundraising job
Leaving fundraising is something a lot of people do- they go on to Corporate social responsibility jobs, Marketing, Public Relations, Government grant management, Entrepreneurship and more.
Leaving a fundraising career is hard but you can do it. I did it!
Now I’m working for myself, and I really love how my skills from fundraising translated DIRECTLY into entrepreneurship.
She knows how to get a $12K raise: Interview with Elaine Lou Cartas
Are you looking to be more assertive in your work? Elaine Lou Cartas, first generation female fundraiser, helps us see how to be more assertive in asking for a gift, as well as how to have those challenging conversations at work to help you move ahead! Check out this interview with Elaine Lou Cartas and […]