If you’ve ever tried to build a new habit, you’ve probably heard the advice:
“Never skip a day.”
It’s one of the most common rules in habit formation. Fitness programs preach it. Productivity gurus swear by it. Entire morning routines are built around it.
And honestly? I hate it.
Read MoreYou’re about to step into a donor conversation. You’re preparing to ask for funding. You’re about to send the email, host the event, or present the campaign.
Suddenly your body says: Something isn’t safe.
Read MoreThis realization hit me in an unexpected place: the gym. I was using weight machines I hadn’t touched in a while and found myself unsure of my “set point.” Instead of starting where I knew I could lift, I played it safe. I underestimated.
Each time, I realized I was capable of far more than I assumed.
Read MoreWhen conversations are uncomfortable, underfunded, or stigmatized, organizations often struggle not because their work lacks value—but because too few people truly see it.
Read MoreIf you’ve ever thought:
“I’m not a natural speaker.”
“I’m an introvert—this isn’t my thing.”
“Just tell me what to say and I’ll memorize it.”
Let’s clear something up.
Read MoreI see it all the time.
Nonprofits humming along at $200K… $500K… $1M… maybe even hovering around $1.5M. Things look good on paper, but it feels harder than ever to grow.
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