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Episode Summary:
Ever wonder what a major gift coach actually does? In this episode, Mary pulls back the curtain on a single Monday filled with coaching sessions, new client strategy, proposal rewrites, and prospect deep dives. Youāll hear what it really takes to help fundraisers grow their confidence, build a major gift pipeline, and start closing six- and seven-figure giftsāno guesswork, no fluff.
š” Whether you're a solo development officer, a board chair taking on fundraising, or a seasoned MGO needing structure and strategyāthis episode is packed with real-life scenarios, coaching advice, and actionable takeaways.
š„ In this episode, youāll hear about:
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"A major gift coach doesnāt just tell you what to doāweāre in the trenches with you, building your confidence, your materials, and your strategy." ā Mary Petersen
Stop having ānice meetingsā that go nowhere. If you want meetings that end with momentum (next step + timeline + clarity), start here:
š„ Major Donor Meeting Mastery ā my step-by-step system for better donor meetings.
š Mary's book ā grab the framework and major gift ask scripts.
š„ Momentum Webinar ā learn the core strategy in one sitting.
š» Connect with Mary Petersen
