Building Authentic Relationships

We all have a desire to connect with others, but we’re often afraid to bring our whole, real, and complete self to our work, which often becomes a liability over time. A lack of authenticity in fundraisers has real, revenue-related consequences for the non-profit. 

 

But how do you foster authentic professional relationships, and not just deep, personal bonds? How do you balance building trust with someone while still achieving your donor and organizational goals? 

 

In this podcast episode, Karen is joined by Nick Khoury, a brilliant strategist and communicator who has spent his career helping people and organizations thrive through the power of authentic relationships. Their conversation dives into a variety of key areas and attributes that fundraisers can develop to have more effective relationships with their donors.  

 

Show Highlights: In this episode, you’ll learn about…  

• How curiosity, courage, and consistency serve as the building blocks for successful donor relationships 

• The importance of clear expectations and having a solid plan, so you can avoid wasting time for both parties  

• Our biggest insights and ideas for how to approach and build authentic relationships