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David J. Fry, MPS, CDT
- Jan 26, 2021
- 4 min
Great Missions are not Impossible.... (just necessary!)
You may recall “Mission Impossible” debuting on television and later evolving into a successful film franchise. However, in the nonprofit...
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David J. Fry, MPS, CDT
- Sep 23, 2019
- 4 min
The One Word that is Key for Your Organization.
If I use a certain word in referencing a friend’s membership organization, I know to expect a negative reaction. However, that word holds...
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David J. Fry, MPS, CDT
- Mar 29, 2018
- 2 min
Are Special Events Worth It?
Soon it will be time for your 5K, golf outing, gala, run, walk, chili supper, festival or any one of a dozen other events. Does anyone...
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David J. Fry, MPS, CDT
- Jan 10, 2018
- 4 min
A Nonprofit Wish List
Many children have their lists for Santa, but in some respects, nonprofits should as well. It may seem a bit idealistic, but there are...
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David J. Fry, MPS, CDT
- Jan 9, 2018
- 3 min
5 Points Engage Consumers to Buy Experiences
“People don’t buy features, they buy benefits.” It has been the basic sales mantra for years. Today I remind clients, despite the truth...
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David J. Fry, MPS, CDT
- Jan 9, 2018
- 4 min
Capital Campaigns Should Raise More Than Money
While a capital campaign may seem like a good idea, there are a number of considerations deserving significant review before a board...
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David J. Fry, MPS, CDT
- Jan 9, 2018
- 3 min
Capital Campaigns: About More Than Money
When I talk with clients about capital campaigns they may do a double take when I state, "It's really not about the money." Well folks...
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David J. Fry, MPS, CDT
- Jan 9, 2018
- 3 min
Are We Communicating?
Communication is a wonderful thing…when it works. Today, our society has some issues when it comes to expression of our feelings and...
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David J. Fry, MPS, CDT
- Jan 9, 2018
- 3 min
Think You Need More “FTE’s?”
There is one thing most every organization needs in its marketing efforts. In reality, it is not FTE’s in the human resource, full time...
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David J. Fry, MPS, CDT
- Jan 9, 2018
- 4 min
Five Considerations for Impacting Culture
Culture – it lives in your organization with deeply rooted implications to your business or nonprofit. Yet many have no feel for the...
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David J. Fry, MPS, CDT
- Jan 9, 2018
- 3 min
“EDUCATE" TO ADVANCE DONOR DEVELOPMENT
It's probably no surprise that nonprofit organizations today struggle with maximizing donor development efforts. If you are a board...
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David J. Fry, MPS, CDT
- Jan 9, 2018
- 3 min
Does Your Business or Nonprofit Need a Communications Audit?
Undoubtedly, audits are not a new concept for most, but the prospect of a communications audit may be. If so, then it is time to beef up...
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David J. Fry, MPS, CDT
- Jan 9, 2018
- 3 min
Community Vision Brings Competitive Edge
Organizations and individuals have them; businesses work towards them, but many communities find them elusive. What are they? I am...
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David J. Fry, MPS, CDT
- Jan 9, 2018
- 3 min
What You Don't Say
Organizations, businesses and individuals spend so much time, effort and money worrying about crafting a positive message, putting out...
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