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Learn how to make sense of your fundraising data to make better decisions and raise more money with less effort. Join Zach Shefska and Tim Chaten in a bi-weekly podcast about fundraising metrics, data analysis and more.

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  1. Your Questions: (575) 815-4573

    EPISODE 1

    Your Questions: (575) 815-4573

    Season 2 is here and for this season Zach and Tim will be answering your questions. You can call in to leave a voicemail at (575) 815-4573 or write in to tim@imarketsmart.com. Learn more about FundraisingReportCard at www.fundraisingreportcard.com.

    21 min
  2. Healthy Growth, Database Management, and Major Gifts

    EPISODE 2

    Healthy Growth, Database Management, and Major Gifts

    Zach and Tim respond to three listener questions that include: what is a healthy percentage of donor increase year to year, when should you add a donor or prospect to your database, and what should be considered a major gift? Have your question answered on the podcast by calling in to (575) 815-4573 or by emailing tim@imarketsmart.com. Learn more about FundraisingReportCard by visit www.fundraisingreportcard.com.

    18 min
  3. Advice for Small NonProfits, Data Outliers, and Getting Your Team Onboard

    EPISODE 3

    Advice for Small NonProfits, Data Outliers, and Getting Your Team Onboard

    Learn what database a small nonprofit should use, how to deal with data outliers, and how to get your team onboard with making data-driven decisions. Call (575) 815-4573 to leave a voicemail with your questions. Write in to tim@imarketsmart.com to email in your questions. Learn more about FundraisingReportCard at www.fundraisingreportcard.com.

    26 min
  4. Handling Negative Metrics, The One Metric To Track, and In Tribute Donation Metrics

    EPISODE 4

    Handling Negative Metrics, The One Metric To Track, and In Tribute Donation Metrics

    Zach and Tim answer questions about handling negative metrics, what the one monthly or weekly metric every fundraiser should monitor is, and benchmarking in tribute donations. Have your question answered on the podcast by calling in to (575) 815-4573 or by emailing tim@imarketsmart.com. Learn more about FundraisingReportCard by visit www.fundraisingreportcard.com.

    23 min
  5. What Data Can Be Ignored and Does the Approach Change for Small and Big Nonprofits

    EPISODE 5

    What Data Can Be Ignored and Does the Approach Change for Small and Big Nonprofits

    Zach and Tim answer questions on what data can be ignored and how the approach changes for a larger nonprofit. Have your question answered on the podcast by calling in to (575) 815-4573 or by emailing tim@imarketsmart.com. Learn more about FundraisingReportCard by visit www.fundraisingreportcard.com.

    21 min
  6. Apps, Services, and Tools For Nonprofits

    EPISODE 6

    Apps, Services, and Tools For Nonprofits

    Zach and Tim discuss some of their favorite apps, services, and tools. The show notes with links to all of these tools are available at www.fundraisingreportcard.com/podcast. Have your question answered on the podcast by calling in to (575) 815-4573 or by emailing tim@imarketsmart.com. Learn more about FundraisingReportCard by visit www.fundraisingreportcard.com.

    22 min
  7. Do You Really Want Every Donation (MTM-S02E07)

    EPISODE 7

    Do You Really Want Every Donation (MTM-S02E07)

    Zach and Tim discuss the Pearson Family Members Foundation vs. The University of Chicago lawsuit and when you should turn down a major gift. Read this blog post for additional context for this episode: https://fundraisingreportcard.com/every-donation/ Have your question answered on the podcast by calling in to (575) 815-4573 or by emailing tim@imarketsmart.com. Learn more about FundraisingReportCard by visit www.fundraisingreportcard.com.

    17 min
  8. The Plan for Fundraising Success

    EPISODE 8

    The Plan for Fundraising Success

    Achieve fundraising success by creating a plan. Zach and Tim discuss the components of a successful plan and how to create one for your organization. Have your question answered on the podcast by calling in to (575) 815-4573 or by emailing tim@imarketsmart.com. Learn more about FundraisingReportCard by visit www.fundraisingreportcard.com.

    19 min
  9. Giving Tuesday

    EPISODE 9

    Giving Tuesday

    Learn how to stand out and be novel on Giving Tuesday in this episode of Metrics That Matter. Learn more about FundraisingReportCard by visit www.fundraisingreportcard.com. Access the exclusive podcast offer by visiting: www.imarketsmart.com/exclusive-podcast-offer.

    17 min
  10. Introducing Dan Doyle and Using the Right Tools for Fundraising

    EPISODE 10

    Introducing Dan Doyle and Using the Right Tools for Fundraising

    Zach and Tim interview Dan Doyle, the new Chief Evangelist at Fundraising Report Card. Learn about Dan’s background, why FRC is such a powerful tool for nonprofits and consultants, and how Dan can help you make the most out of it. Learn more about FundraisingReportCard by visit www.fundraisingreportcard.com.

    20 min
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Learn how to make sense of your fundraising data to make better decisions and raise more money with less effort. Join Zach Shefska and Tim Chaten in a bi-weekly podcast about fundraising metrics, data analysis and more.

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  • Creator
    MarketSmart
  • Episodes
    16
  • Seasons
    2
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2018
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