4 Steps to Better Donor Meetings! 🤝
Want to know the secret to having better donor meetings?
Donor meetings can be exhilarating but they can also make you nervous, especially when you're going to ask your donor to increase their giving.
If you're feeling too uptight or in your head, you might come off as inauthentic or frazzled and your donor might be a tad putt off.
Instead, try performing these four steps to get ready for your donor meeting:
🔸Ask Yourself: “Where am I in my body?”
Tune into your body by asking, "Where am I?" and noticing the area that draws your attention—stomach, heart, throat, etc. Being aware of this helps you stay present and boosts emotional intelligence.
🔸Ask Yourself: “What am I feeling?”
Identify the sensations or emotions you feel, such as tightness, warmth, or excitement. Simply focusing on these feelings can help release their intensity.
🔸Ask Yourself: “What am I thinking?”
Recognize your thoughts. If they’re negative, like fearing failure in a meeting, reset your thinking. Remember, your goal is to build authentic relationships and learn, no matter the outcome.
🔸Tell Yourself: “Take a breath”
Focus on your breath to center yourself. Breathing helps you become present and make thoughtful choices.
Want to dive deeper? Check out our blog post, "The Four Steps to Better Donor Meetings Begin with You."
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