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The Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 189 | The #1 Question to Ask When You Feel StuckWe've all been there... stuck in the mud of life, spinning our wheels, and wondering if we'll ever move forward. In this episode of The Mary Valloni Show, we'll unpack the single most powerful question you can ask yourself when you feel stuck. It's simple, practical, and can shift your perspective in an instant. If you are wrestling with career choices, finances, relationships, health, or faith, this question will help you create clarity. We'll also walk through an exercise together to immediately take action and see progress. What to expect in this episode:
2025-09-0133 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 187 | 7 Steps to Get What You WantHave you ever felt like your dreams are out of reach? You're not alone. Most people don't go after what they really want because of three common roadblocks: Fear – of failure, success, or rejection. Lack of Clarity – not knowing what you want or how to begin. Scarcity Mindset – believing you don't have enough time, money, or connections. In this episode of The Mary Valloni Show, Mary shares her proven 7-Step FREEDOM Framework™, the process that takes you from impossible to possible. You'll learn how to: Clarify your vision so you know exactly where you're headed...
2025-08-1847 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 182 | Why I Pressed Pause and Why I'm BackAfter nearly 5 years, The Mary Valloni Show is back with new direction and new focus. In this relaunch episode, Mary shares the full story behind the podcast's evolution, from its beginnings in 2017, to the pause in 2020, and now to a powerful return in 2025. Whether you're a longtime listener or brand new here, this episode will help you reflect on your own seasons of pause, transition, and renewal. You'll hear how Mary's vision has expanded to helping purpose-driven leaders like you rediscover joy, gain clarity, and walk in freedom—without the pressure, perfectionism, or burnout.
2025-07-0834 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 149 | Common Impact with Danielle HollyToday I'm talking with Danielle Holly, CEO of Common Impact, which focuses on connecting corporations and companies with nonprofit organizations. The core mission behind Common Impact is to tap into the superpowers that each of us has as individuals and to channel them for social good. The primary way we do that is by working with companies to get their employees into pro-bono skills-based volunteer projects. The idea came from the legal profession where pro-bono is really popular. How did you originally get started? It was completely unintentional. I graduated with...
2020-03-2435 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 148 | How to Fundraise During a PandemicIn light of COVID-19, I've been getting a lot of questions about fundraising during this time. Do I continue on? Do I push pause? Do I cancel my event? My number one piece of advice I want to give you is do NOT stop your fundraising. Don't allow this to stale or stagnate or freeze your fundraising because life will continue to go on. We are all going to continue making decisions on how we're going to give and invest. During this time, I want you to realize that this is when billionaires are made. The wealthy population in all ou...
2020-03-1719 min
Nonprofit Executive Podcast with Joel Kessel and Mary ValloniFundraising FREEDOM Step 7: Make Your DifferenceThis step is what all of your hard work has been leading up to. You’re raising funds, asking people to be part of your team, building out your branding and the reason is that you’re trying to make a difference in the world. Once you get here, this is the time to celebrate! You’re seeing lives changed and now you get to tell people all about it and thanking everyone who took part. This is a really fun step and one that too many people miss. How do we celebrate with the team?
2020-03-0528 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 144 | Are You Playing the Short or the Long Game?In the last few weeks I've been doing a lot of traveling, not just for work but also with friends and family. It was great spending time with my family and to remind me of what's important - it's healthy to shut down for a while and regroup. Time away allows me to clear out the clutter, process information, and to really think about life. My husband and I took a trip to Mexico, which we've done for the last 7 years. It was pure bliss. On our flight home, we had a direct flight back to St. Louis...
2020-02-1128 minNonprofit Executive Podcast with Joel Kessel and Mary ValloniFundraising FREEDOM Step 2: Run Your ResearchWhat kind of research are we looking for in this step? Research actually allows us to gain confidence. Especially if you are trying to raise a larger amount of money, this step allows you to regroup and overcome your fear of fundraising. The data and numbers are important – you want to be as specific with the data as to be believable. You want to give enough stats to show that you know what you’re doing. In this step, what you’re trying to do is evaluate what other people are doing. What’s working? What’s not? W...
2020-01-3031 minNonprofit Executive Podcast with Joel Kessel and Mary ValloniStrategic Planning Steps 7 & 8: Tactics and Plan to ExecuteAfter completing steps 1-6 of the Strategic Planning process, you should have tactics all over the place. At this point, you are ready to formulate and pull together your one-page strategy. You already have your strategic objectives finished, now all you have to do is gather the tactics you and your planning team have put together. And that’s step 7. If you’ve been following the process and capturing all the notes, now it’s time to start plugging in the information into your one-page strategy. It starts with your vision and mission, next is core values, then the f...
2020-01-1639 minNonprofit Executive Podcast with Joel Kessel and Mary ValloniStrategic Planning Step Six: Establish Your MeasurementOn today’s episode, we are discussing step six of the Strategic Planning process, Establish Your Measurement. How are you measuring the progress of the objectives and initiatives of the organization? Starting with the end in mind and setting quantifiable goals is great, but you must also create targets and get those numbers on paper. One way to measure your progress is, did you do it or not? For example, if your objective is to increase the awareness and education of your audience, an initiative might be to create a marketing/communications plan that provides direction to achiev...
2020-01-0922 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 141 | When is Enough…Enough?As we talk about goal planning in the new year, it is easy to fall into one-upping ourselves and wanting bigger, better, more. When is enough, enough? My answer is, never. Our vision should be so big that it's something we probably won't accomplish in our lifetimes. Of course, there will be goals on your list that you'll be able to knock off. That's when you go back to the drawing board and determine where you can raise the bar. When it comes to fundraising, there are definitely times when you ask yourself when is enough, enough becaus...
2020-01-0724 minNonprofit Executive Podcast with Joel Kessel and Mary ValloniEpisode 9 | Strategic Planning Step Five: Tighten Your FocusToday we are diving into step 5 of the strategic planning process, Tighten Your Focus. This is where you start to drill down deeper and get your arms wrapped around your strategic objectives and initiatives. There are four key areas that move from internal to external – capacity, internal process, financial stewardship, client and stakeholder satisfaction – and these four areas will show up on your 1-pager (strategic plan). Capacity: If you’re a 2-3-person organization, you simply don’t have a lot of capacity to engage in many initiatives compared to an organization with 15-20. What training do you alr...
2020-01-0235 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 140 | Goal Planning for 2020I don't know about you, but I'm feeling pretty excited about the upcoming year. We are moving into a new decade, I'm celebrating a big birthday this year, the big 4-0. It's hard to believe. As you are planning out your 2020, I want to share with you some ideas on how I plan and set goals. As many of you know, I'm a huge advocate of the whiteboard. It's been my best friend as of late as my admin and I worked through what we want to do in the next year as well as the years...
2019-12-3137 minNonprofit Executive Podcast with Joel Kessel and Mary ValloniEpisode 8 | Strategic Planning Step Four: Assess Your OrganizationOn today’s show, we are talking about Step 4 of the strategic planning process, Assessing Your Organization. This step is important because it allows us to hit the pause button and really talk about ourselves and the organization as a whole. This allows to get all the players in the same room and discuss what they’re good at as well as areas that need improved. It forces you to have critical conversations and determine how your organization can grow. What is a SWOT analysis? A SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) analysis is a tool that an...
2019-12-2633 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 139 | How to Raise Funds on Social Media with Brent SilkeyOn today's show, I am talking with Brent Silkey. Brent and his wife serve college students in St. Paul, Minnesota through the ministry of Chi Alpha and they started a program called 30 for Freedom. The idea is 30 for Freedom exists to end sex trafficking in our lifetime. We engage college students in biblical justice initiatives like ending sex trafficking through runs, fundraising, and the like. What is your take on raising support through social media? When it comes to my philosophy in life, is life is all about relationships. So I try to be a good...
2019-12-2434 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 138 | Why Business Advice Doesn't Work for NonprofitsI recently had a conversation with a friend of mine who was feeling so defeated because she was in a group of business leaders and felt she was letting down the group and her business coach because she wasn't living up to their expectations. I had to remind her that she is not a for profit business leader. On today's episode, I am focusing on 3 areas. First, you need to stay clear on your messaging. You are not a business leader; you are a nonprofit leader. These are very different, so let's clarify: business = profit, nonprofit = no profit. What each gro...
2019-12-1719 minNonprofit Executive Podcast with Joel Kessel and Mary ValloniEpisode 6 | Strategic Planning Step Three: Realize Your Future (Vision)Step three of strategic planning is one of the most critical steps in the process because it can make or break your fundraising efforts and your organization as a whole. Clarity attracts and confusion repels. Everyone has people in their lives who communicate so clearly and effectively that you will follow them wherever they go. Likewise, you also know those who say good words, but you have no idea what they actually said and what’s going on. Today, we are talking about realizing your future. What does this mean? This step is all about vision, mission, and cor...
2019-12-1225 minNonprofit Executive Podcast with Joel Kessel and Mary ValloniEpisode 5 | Strategic Planning Step Two: Take a Look at Your WorldIn strategic planning terminology, take a look at your world means to do an environmental scan. What’s happening out there has an impact on your organization. This is not to come up with a list of excuses of why you can’t get something done, but rather to help you make better decisions for the future of your organization. You’ve gotten your foundation set, so taking a look at the world around you is going to include articles, research and data trends, conversations you’ve had with your key stakeholders, and other ways you can get inform...
2019-12-0528 minNonprofit Executive Podcast with Joel Kessel and Mary ValloniEpisode 4 | Strategic Planning Step One: Set the FoundationThe number one reason most nonprofits do not have a strategic plan is because they think it’s going to be a daunting task. But all you’re really doing is gaining some clarity and focus in order to set the organization on the right path. If you go on vacation, you have to plan out how you are going to get there. Strategic planning is the same way; you’re mapping out the steps you need take to get to a desired future state. There are 3 questions you need to ask yourself: Where do you want to be? What d...
2019-11-2135 minNonprofit Executive Podcast with Joel Kessel and Mary ValloniEpisode 1 | About This PodcastWelcome to the Nonprofit Executive Club podcast. This podcast is for growth-minded executives who are looking to take their nonprofits to the next level through strategic planning and fundraising. Meet your hosts: Joel Kessel has spent the last 25 years in communications and public relations. He focuses on helping nonprofits get their message out into the world by casting a strong vision and creating a powerful strategy. Mary Valloni has raised millions of dollars through her work as the development director for the American Cancer Society, the ALS Association and Special Olympics. Now she teaches and train...
2019-11-1412 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 133 | How Gratitude Changes EverythingThese last few weeks have been quite the whirlwind for me. I went out of town for 10 days that kicked off with a workshop I did with my friend Joel for nonprofit executives, then to the Igniting Souls author conference, and concluded with taking on a brand new client. What is gratitude? It's a feeling of appreciation and showing an appreciation of kindness and being thankful. Being grateful is being thankful – thankful to others for what they've done for us, volunteers willing to spend their time with us, gratitude for people who give generously. Gratitude is contagious. Gr...
2019-11-1037 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 126 | 7 Questions to Ask Yourself To Harness Your Zone of GeniusYour Zone of Genius is the intersection of your interests, passions and skills and ultimately result in your superpower or your zone of genius. On today's show we tackle the 7 questions to ask yourself to harness your zone of genius. To start let's review the four main operating zones as described in Gay Hendricks book, The Big Leap - https://amzn.to/2TBLYFw . Zone of Incompetence - Working in an area that you don't understand and have no skills (fundraising, event planning, etc.) Zone of Competence - An area that your efficient in, but so are others (thank you cards, ma...
2019-09-1632 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 124 | How I Raised More Than $500,000 In Less Than 3 Months with No Printed Invitations and Only 50 GuestsI modeled this fundraiser off of a conference I recently attended. The conference felt so special and exclusive and that's how I wanted the guests to feel at this fundraiser. I always want every person – donors, staff members, and volunteers alike – to feel special and like they are a part of something bigger than themselves. I wanted to create a fundraiser that was a little more low-key but felt very extraordinary. The guestlist was extremely exclusive, only 100 guests were invited, and we ended up with 50 people. We didn't do any printed invitations, all we did was a 1-p...
2019-08-2634 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 120 | Strategic Planning with Joel KesselToday's guest is my dear friend and new business partner, Joel Kessel. I love talking strategy and in this episode Joel shares his 8-Steps to a successful strategic plan including: Step 1 ==> Plan-To-Plan Step 2 ==> Environmental Scan Step 3 ==> Ideal Future Vision Step 4 ==> Current State Assessment Step 5 ==> Areas of Focus Step 6 ==> Performance Measures and Targets Step 7 ==> Tactics Step 8 ==> Plan-To-Implement We also share all the details to our brand NEW program, the Nonprofit Executive Club!
2019-07-2241 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 119 | 5 Ways to Enjoy the Journey Towards Your Fundraising GoalIn today's episode we address the very common desire to want to jump right to our final destination. Of course we want to raise those funds fast, but we just might miss the best part…the journey! Mary shares how to enjoy the journey by doing the following 5 things: 1. Travel with people you like. 2. Pay attention to the sites and sounds that surround you. 3. Listen to good music, podcasts, and audiobooks. 4. Eat good food and take in the conversations. 5. Stop along the way.
2019-07-1522 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 117 - What Breaks Your Heart and How Can You Use That to Raise FundsToday we may get a bit emotional, but as you know emotions are important especially when raising funds for your cause. In this episode we tackle 3 important questions (that I totally stole from my friend, Mike!). They include: 1. What Pisses You Off? (The Injustice) 2. What Breaks Your Heart? (The Compassion) 3. What is the Big Problem You Are Trying to Solve? (Your Cause) I also shared about the new "Club" I'm launching with my friend, Joel. If you're interested in being...
2019-06-1021 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 116 | How to Address the Elephant in the Room and Master Your Marketing with Mike KimMarketing expert, Mike Kim, joins the show to address what's working and what's not in nonprofit marketing. Find out why you need to address the elephant in the room and how to do that by addressing these 3 P's… 1. Potential 2. Promise 3. Progress Most people are willing to give you a hand up as long as you show potential, promise and progress. Mike also shares a few of his magic words that you should add to your future emails and print copy.
2019-05-2734 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 115 | The #1 Thing Holding You Back From GrowthSome of us have an easier time than others, but the same thing holds us all back from growth and it comes back to…TRUST. It's for good reason that our guard goes up especially if you really care about your cause. So how do we overcome our trust issues. These four things will help: 1. Enlist team members who are more skilled at the job than you. 2. Expect success and don't assume people will let you down or quit. 3. Address problems and conflict head on.
2019-05-2732 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 114 | How to Create a Winning Sponsorship PacketIt is common to assume that our potential donors know exactly how they can give and serve our causes. But could you imagine if you walked into a restaurant, sat down at a table, and the waiter or waitress never gave you a menu? I'm sure you'd be annoyed and frustrated and probably wouldn't come back, which is exactly what your donors are doing. Our prospective donors need us to tell them how they can help and the best way we can do that is by creating a winning sponsorship packet. Whether you're raising funds f...
2019-04-2935 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 113 - Is Cold-Calling a Good Idea?Most nonprofit and ministry leaders are determined to fund their mission and often wonder if they are doing everything they possibly can to raise funds, which leads to the question…"Is cold-calling a good idea?" In today's episode we talk through the most efficient way to cold-call and how to add warm-calls to your marketing efforts. We also dig into interruption marketing and Seth Godin's permission marketing to discuss how we can connect with potential donors the way they prefer. For more information about Mary Valloni, visit http...
2019-04-1528 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 112 | How to Use Your Strengths to FundraiseIn today's episode we jump in and look at how we're uniquely equipped to raise funds using our specific strengths. We talk through the four stages of competence by Martin M. Broadwell (known as the four levels of teaching) including: 1. Unconscious incompetence 2. Conscious incompetence 3. Conscious competence 4. Unconscious competence and Gay Hendricks four main operating zones from the book, The Big Leap: 1. Zone of Incompetence 2. Zone of Competence 3. Zone of Excellence 4. Zone of Ge...
2019-04-0826 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 111 | The 3 Nonprofit Lies That Need to DieIn this episode, I can't help but go after the lies that our charities are believing. The three lies that need to die include: 1. There is only so much money to go around. 2. No one wants to give. 3. People only want to give to projects. All three of these tap into the lack and scarcity mindset. Listen in to get the action item to kill these lies today! For more information about Mary Valloni, visit http://maryvalloni.com and to join our Fu...
2019-04-0126 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 110 | 7 Steps to SustainabilityIn this episode we dig deep into "The Donor's Journey." This is the path that every donor, volunteer and staff goes through when they decide whether to link arms with your cause and align themselves with the work you do. The 7 Steps include: 1. Know 2. Like 3. Trust 4. Try 5. Give 6. Repeat 7. Refer Find out why some people get you and others don't and lets create sustainability for our causes so you can spend less time recruiting and more time chan...
2019-03-1834 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 109 | 3 Reasons Why It's Hard to Motivate Board Members to FundraiseIn this episode we not only talk through the three reasons why it's hard to motivate your board members (or advisory group), but we also dig in and talk through what you can do to turn things around. Here are the resources we talked about on today's show: Free webinar training for board members is this Tuesday, March 12th at 1pm CST on the "7 Fundraising Secrets Every Nonprofit Board Member Should Know", register at http://bit.ly/7boardsecrets. To catch last week's training on the "7 Proven Strategies to Ove...
2019-03-1131 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 108 | What Got You Here, Won't Get You There"If you always do what you've always done, you'll always get what you've always got." -Henry Ford, founder of the Ford Motor Company At 15 years old, Ford left home to become an apprentice and if it's good enough for Ford it should be good enough for us. Growing and learning from others is an absolute must. On today's show, I share why it's so important to surround yourself with the right people and that you push yourself outside of your comfort zone. To attend my free webinar training on Tuesday, March 5th...
2019-03-0428 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 107 | How to Get Your Message Heard with Michael HudsonToday's interview is with Dr. Michael Hudson - a speaker, coach, and "idea-junkie" - who wants to help leaders do work that truly matters. During our time together Michael shares his 3 R's and gives insight into how we can improve our storytelling so our message not only gets heard, but also get's repeated. For more information about Michael Hudson, visit michaelhudson.com. For more information about Mary Valloni, visit maryvalloni.com. To join our fundraising freedom community on Facebook, go to facebook.com/groups/fundraisingfreedomtribe/
2019-02-2548 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 106 | The 4 Things You Shouldn't Be Afraid to SayThere are a lot of things that we may be afraid to say, but these are the four we shouldn't shy away from: 1. "I Don't Know" 2. "I Made a Mistake" 3. "I Need Help" 4. "I'm Sorry" In this episode we dive into each one and talk through why they are important to address especially for you and your charity. For more information about Mary Valloni, visit maryvalloni.com. To join our fundraising freedom community on Facebook, go to facebook.com/groups/fundraisingfreedomtribe/
2019-02-1824 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 105 | Begin with the End in MindWhat do you really want? Today's episode will challenge you to 1.) give your vision language, 2.) use your imagination to mentally create your vision, and 3.) build the plan that will physically create your vision. Every vision needs a mission statement. Here's the template I share to get that mission on paper… I/We are ________ who (serves/does) ________ so that (results) ________. For more information about Mary Valloni and Fundraising Freedom Academy, visit maryvalloni.com. To join our fundraising freedom community on Facebook, go to facebook.com/groups/fundraisingfreedomtribe/ The 7 Habits of Hi...
2019-02-1130 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 104 | How to Recharge Your Batteries When You Feel Burnt OutWe've all been there where we feel so exhausted and overwhelmed that something has to change. Burnout is often caused by overwork or stress so to recharge our batteries we need to make time to unplug and relax. Typical signs and symptoms of burnout include: 1. Failure to take responsibility 2. Abuse of food, drugs or alcohol 3. Irritability and lashing out 4. Absenteeism 5. Procrastination 6. Isolation We talk through how to address the stress, how to protect your peace, and how to focus on...
2019-02-0425 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 103 | How to Get Corporate Sponsors to Call You with Bridgett MyersBridgett Myers is the Chief Development Officer at FosterAdopt Connect (and Mary's former boss). Bridgett assumed the new role in January 2018 after serving in executive leadership with the American Cancer Society for 23 years. Bridget digs in and shares incredible fundraising tips and hiring advice every non-profit executive leader should know. You don't want to miss out on how she made a few changes in her 2018 signature fundraiser that resulted in 8 new leads and a new $25,000 corporate donor that called and asked if they could sponsor her 2019 event! To connect with Bridgett or...
2019-01-2842 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 102 | How Should Fundraising Really Work with Jason LewisToday's episode features CFRE and AFP Master Trainer, Jason Lewis. Known for his willingness to question deeply engrained beliefs and assumptions of how effective fundraising really works, Jason shares his knowledge and expertise in this episode. If you're interested in hearing how fundraising should really work, then you need to listen in. Here are some of the questions I asked Jason: • What is the future of fundraising? • What do you see that's NOT working, yet seems to be perpetuated by nonprofits? • Imagine you woke up today and you were tasked w...
2019-01-2131 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 101 | The 3 BIG Takeaways From The Past 100 Episodes of The ShowAfter 100 episodes, I'm more committed than ever to your success. In this episode I share my three big takeaways from the past 100 episodes including: 1. I started this podcast with the intention of teaching others how to raise funds, but I ended up learning so much more. 2. Habits are hard to start, but easy to keep. 3. I've connected with the listeners of the show in ways I never imagined. My primary advice as we start the new year is to choose wisely who you will follow this year. Le...
2019-01-1420 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 100 | The #1 Thing Holding You Back From Fulfilling Your 2019 GoalsToday's episode is the last episode of 2018 and the last episode before a new name change for 2019! Catch the #1 thing holding you back and we'll talk through the 20 things successful people do to achieve their goals so you're all set for 2019. The 20 things include… 1. They make time for what they want. 2. If they don't know how to do something they figure it out - If it's been done before you can always find a roadmap to get there. 3. They are committed. 4. They don't give up. 5. They take act...
2018-12-2726 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 99 | The 5 Things Charities Are Doing Really WellInstead of focusing on what doesn't work, let's talk about what is working! On today's episode, we talk through 5 things that charities are doing really well this holiday season. We reflect back on episodes 72-77 where we talk about the 6 Principles of Persuasion by Robert Cialdini. I share real examples of how you can implement these ideas into your communication as you engage with your donors and volunteers at the end of the year. To check out the Junior Achievement/Citi Commercial I mention, go to https://www.ispot.tv/ad/d_6f/citi-progress-makers-junior-achievement. ...
2018-12-1736 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 98 | The 3 Questions You Should Ask Before You Do AnythingOn today's podcast we take a trip down memory lane and we look at all the things we've wanted. What have you always wanted? Do you want to start a new fundraiser? Build that new building? Pay off debt? We address these 3 questions you should ask yourself… 1. What do I want? 2. Why do I want it? 3. How can I get it? So what do you want and let's go after it in 2019! Here are just a few resources we talked about on the...
2018-12-1033 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 97 | The 3 S's to Fund and Fuel your growth in 2019 with Wealth Advisor, Laura WallerToday's guest is wealth advisor, Laura Waller, with P3 Life Builders where she focuses on helping for profit and nonprofit leaders to live a life of Purpose, Power, and Prosperity. Listen in as Laura shares the 3 S's to fund and fuel your growth in 2019 including: 1. State of Mind 2. Story 3. Strategy To hear more about Laura and to enter in to the Giving Tuesday Giveaway, visit http://www.p3lifeabundance.com Mark your calendar for Wednesday, December 5th at 1pm and join Mar...
2018-12-0342 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 96 | 10 Ways to Give and Not Take on Giving TuesdayA common mistake made on Giving Tuesday is to tell people "It's Giving Tuesday!" and then ask for their money. Instead of going that route this year, let's consider giving and not taking by doing one or more of the following… 1. Share helpful resources. 2. Answer donor questions. 3. Showcase your donors with a picture and quote about why they give. 4. Repost or share your donors' fundraising campaigns and relevant content. 5. Post a FB live thank-you video or email your supporters a personalized thank you video. I recommend checking out...
2018-11-2621 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 95 | 25 Ways to Thank Your Donors So They Keep Coming Back"Opportunities, relationships, even money flowed my way when I learned to be grateful no matter what happened in my life." — Oprah Winfrey "When you are grateful, fear disappears and abundance appears." — Tony Robbins It's too easy to accept other people's generosity without reciprocating the kindness. As we gear up for the largest giving season of the year, we talk through the 25 ways to thank your donors so they keep coming back, including: 1. Say Thank You. 2. Share why you appreciate them. 3. Do something small, but thoughtf...
2018-11-1926 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 94 - Part 2: A Deeper Look at the Enneagram and MoneyOn this week's show we continue the conversation on the Enneagram where we break down each number by money strengths, weaknesses and advice given by people of the same number. The Enneagram is broken down into 9 types including: 1. The Reformer - The Rational & Idealistic Type 2. The Helper - The Caring & Interpersonal Type 3. The Achiever - The Success-Oriented, Pragmatic Type 4. The Individualist - The Sensitive, Withdrawn Type 5. The Investigator - The Intense, Cerebral Type 6. The Loyalist - The Committed, Security-Oriented Type ...
2018-11-1232 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 93 | The Personality Test That Everyone is Talking AboutThe personality test that everyone is talking about is the Enneagram, which is Greek for the number nine. The Enneagram is broken down into 9 types including: 1. The Reformer - The Rational & Idealistic Type 2. The Helper - The Caring & Interpersonal Type 3. The Achiever - The Success-Oriented, Pragmatic Type 4. The Individualist - The Sensitive, Withdrawn Type 5. The Investigator - The Intense, Cerebral Type 6. The Loyalist - The Committed, Security-Oriented Type 7. The Enthusiast - The Busy, Fun-Loving Type 8. The Challenger - T...
2018-11-0531 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 92 | How To Turn Grief Into Hope With Laura DiehlAfter the death of her daughter, Laura's life turned upside down. Through the grief, she realized that she wasn't alone and it later became the start to her charity, Grieving Parents Sharing Hope. On this episode, Mary and Laura walk through the first steps of the Fundraising Freedom process to ensure your fundraisers are innovative and well received. For more information about Laura and Grieving Parents Sharing Hope, visit http://gpshope.com and to contact Mary Valloni, visit http://maryvalloni.com. To join the fundraising community on Facebook, go to http://www...
2018-10-2930 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 91 | The 6 Basic Emotions That Impact Your Life And WorkOn today's episode we talk through the 6 Basic Emotions and how you can use emotion to reach your 90-Day Challenge Goal and bring in more donations to your cause. The 6 Basic Emotions include: 1. Happiness (joy, trust, anticipation) 2. Fear 3. Surprise 4. Sadness 5. Disgust 6. Anger Definition of Emotion: Any conscious experience characterized by intense mental activity and a certain degree of pleasure and displeasure. For more information about Mary Valloni, visit http://maryvalloni.com and to join our fund...
2018-10-2221 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 90 | The Single Most Important Office Supply You NeedAs you work on your 90-Day Challenge goals, this one office supply could be the difference between reaching or not reaching your goals. Take action and complete this week's exercise by writing down your 5 goals and completing your list of who you need to be, what you need to do to have what you want to have. Share your Be-Do-Have lists in the Fundraising Freedom Tribe at http://www.facebook.com/groups/fundraisingfreedomtribe/. For more information about Mary Valloni, visit http://maryvalloni.com
2018-10-1531 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 89 | Take the Year-End 90-Day ChallengeWe're just 90 days away from the end of the 2018 calendar year and the largest giving season of the year! Join us as we take the 90-Day Challenge! Write down your top 25 goals and circle your top 5. As Warren Buffet's 5/25 Rule suggests, focus 100% of your attention on the top 5 goals and ignore the rest until you've successful completed one off the list. Share your top 5 in the Fundraising Freedom Tribe at http://www.facebook.com/groups/fundraisingfreedomtribe/. For more information about Mary Valloni, visit http...
2018-10-0128 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 88 | How Your Relationship with Money Can Sabotage or Create Your SuccessYour personal feelings around money does make a difference in the donations you bring in. Take some time to evaluate how you handle money personally and professionally and ask yourself the following questions. ⁃ What is your money story? ⁃ What emotions does money bring up? ⁃ What is your new story going to be? ⁃ What value do you bring in exchange for the salary/income you receive? ⁃ What value do you bring in exchange for the donations you receive? For more information about Mary Valloni, visit http...
2018-09-2427 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 87 | How to Handle the Ups and Downs of FundraisingEvery year we experience the four season of winter, spring, summer and fall. Without a doubt spring always follows winter and an up always follows a down. In today's episode we walk through each season to see how we can come with expectancy for each new fundraising season. Here are the lyrics to the song "Turn, Turn, Turn" written by Pete Seeger (Ecclesiastes 3:1-8). To everything - turn, turn, turn There is a season - turn, turn, turn And a time to every purpose under heaven ...
2018-09-1719 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 86 | How To Turn Busyness Into ProductivityIs it even possible to take back the hours in your day and actually say "NO"? YES! Today, we talk through how to move the mindless tasks from our list so we can prioritize on the big things that actually produce something. Let's start to value results and not busy work. Listen in to find out the difference between busyness and production and how you can turn into a more productive person as a result. For more information about Mary Valloni, visit http://maryval...
2018-09-1026 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 85 | Why Rest Is Essential to Your WorkIn the United States, we celebrate Labor Day and many of us will take the day off to enjoy time with family and friends. As we gear up for a busy end-of-the-year season it's important that we remember to rest. Resting is a skill that needs to be practiced especially by our selfless nonprofit leaders. Rest results in us being more creative and productive. Our lives can be richer and more fulfilling when we take the time to rest. Be sure to reserve time for a walk, get up earl...
2018-09-0326 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 84 | How to Become an Unshakeable OptimistIs it possible to be FOR optimism? On today's episode we address the following 10 ways to become an unshakeable optimist. 1. Be grateful. 2. Be willing to share your story - both positive and negative ones. 3. Forgive. 4. Be a good listener. 5. Turn envy and jealousy into energy. 6. Smile more. 7. Exercise, Eat Healthy, Get Vitamin D. 8. Think positively. 9. Stop blaming others. 10. Decide that the past is not the blueprint for your future. Determine any areas that you...
2018-08-2735 min
The Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 83 | The Power of Being For Something and Not Against It"I was once asked why I don't participate in anti-war demonstrations. I said that I will never do that, but as soon as you have a pro-peace rally, I'll be there." - Mother Teresa We only have so much mental capacity and it doesn't make any sense to waste your limited energy on the things you are against. Just like Mother Teresa, we need to decide what we're FOR and then do everything in our power to live that lifestyle. Take a few minutes to write down what you choose. ...
2018-08-2024 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 82 | 5 Questions to Ask Yourself to Get What You Really WantWhat you do with your life is your choice. You choose to do the work you do. You choose to have the relationships in your life. You choose how much money you make. You choose. If we get to choose what we want then what questions do we have to ask ourselves to actually get it. In today's episode, Mary talks through the 5 questions you need to ask yourself to get what you really want. Here they are… 1. Why do I want it? 2. What do I gain if I...
2018-08-1330 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 81 | How to Stop Procrastinating in 5 SecondsProcrastination can take hold of nearly every area of your life—writing a thank you letter, picking up the phone, doing the dishes and so much more. Procrastination is everywhere, but what if you had a tool that could help you quiet the voice in your head and help you knock out your to-do list. You may be just 5 seconds away from solving that problem every time. You just might make "taking action" a habit in the process! For more information about Mary Valloni, visit http://maryvalloni.com an...
2018-08-0630 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 80 | What Your Donors Are Saying About You Behind Your BackIn this episode we talk about the top three things your donors are saying behind your back, which explains why your donors may be unhappy with you and leave. We talk through what those are and what you can do to turn it around. Ask yourself, do you only care about your donors' lives because they support your cause? Would you spend time with them if they weren't giving to you? If so, they already know the answer and that's why they aren't sticking around. What could you do to improve the relationship so they be...
2018-07-3027 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 79 | How to Handle Anxiety When Putting On a FundraiserAnxiety may be one of, if not the worst, enemy of a fundraiser. In this episode we talk through the 4 tips to manage the anxiety and stress of an upcoming fundraising event, how to take care of your body and how a fundraising team can help drastically reduce your anxiety level. Here are the 4 tips we cover: 1. Accept the fact that you can't control everything. What's the worst that could happen? 2. Do your best with what you have. Be proud of what you've done. 3. Maintain a positive attitude. You ha...
2018-07-2332 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 78 - How to Avoid Being Lonely at the TopJoin me as we take a trip down memory lane. In this episode, I share why I do the work that I do and why this podcast exists. You also get to be the first to hear about my next project. Space is limited for this NEW project, so don't waste any time in reaching out. To get more details, email mary@maryvalloni.com. For more information about Mary Valloni, visit http://maryvalloni.com and to join our fundraising community on Facebook, go to http://www.facebook.com/groups/fundraisingfreedomtribe/
2018-07-1630 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 77 | Persuasion Part 6: How to Use Scarcity to Fund Your Operations BudgetThis is the final part of our 6-part series on persuasion and we're talking about scarcity. Are you tired of pushing projects to get people excited about your cause? Well, this week's persuasion principle will give you the ability to drive your donors to any budgetary need of your choice including your general operating budget! For more information about Mary Valloni, visit http://maryvalloni.com and to attend our July Fellowship on July 13th at 10am CST, go to http://www.facebook.com/groups/fundraisingfreedomtribe/
2018-07-0929 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 76 | Persuasion Part 5: How to Become the Leader Others Want to FollowThis is part 5 of our 6-part series on persuasion. This fifth part focuses on authority. People defer to experts and to those in positions of authority. We all want to know "Who's in charge?". Find out how you can be the leader others want to follow by becoming a subject matter expert. For more information about Mary Valloni, visit http://maryvalloni.com and to join our fundraising community on Facebook, go to http://www.facebook.com/groups/fundraisingfreedomtribe/. To check out the Influence and Impact Summit and to c...
2018-07-0227 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 75 | Persuasion Part 4: Why Written and Verbal Commitments are a MustThis is part 4 of our 6-part series on persuasion. This fourth part focuses on commitment and consistency. People want to be consistent. If they make a public commitment to give, there is a good chance they will follow through. Find out how you can use written and verbal commitments to increase donations and volunteer hours for your cause. For more information about Mary Valloni, visit http://maryvalloni.com and to join our fundraising community on Facebook, go to http://www.facebook.com/groups/fundraisingfreedomtribe/. To check out the Influence and Impact Su...
2018-06-2531 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 74 | Persuasion Part 3: How to Use Peer Pressure for GoodThis is part 3 of a 6-part series on persuasion. This third part focuses on social proof and how people will do what they see others doing. Find out how you can use peer pressure to increase donations and create model volunteers and donors for your cause. For more information about Mary Valloni, visit http://maryvalloni.com and to join our fundraising community on Facebook, go to http://www.facebook.com/groups/fundraisingfreedomtribe/. To check out the Influence and Impact Summit and to catch Mary's exclusive interview, register at http://bit.ly/Ian...
2018-06-1832 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 73 | Persuasion Part 2: How Kindness Can Increase DonationsThis is part 2 of a 6 part series on persuasion. This second part focuses on reciprocity. Listen in to hear how your donors and your cause can receive mutual benefit from partnering together. For more information about Mary Valloni, visit http://maryvalloni.com and to join our fundraising community on Facebook, go to http://www.facebook.com/groups/fundraisingfreedomtribe/
2018-06-1125 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 72 | The 5 Things You Can Do to Get People to Like YouThis is part 1 of a 6 part series on persuasion. The first of the six focuses on our ability to be likable. Listen in to hear the 5 things we all need to do to attract more people to us so and to our cause. For more information about Mary Valloni, visit http://maryvalloni.com and to join our fundraising community on Facebook, go to http://www.facebook.com/groups/fundraisingfreedomtribe/
2018-06-0429 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 71 | How to Increase Volunteer Commitment by Threatening to Fire Them - An Interview With MS Society Volunteer, Tanya NordhausTanya is a longtime volunteer and supporter of the MS Society, but after years of volunteering her role drastically changed when she was almost fired from her volunteer role. On this episode, listen in to find out how you can recruit a dedicated volunteer like Tanya to your organization and what you need to do to keep her coming back year after year. For more information about Mary Valloni, visit http://maryvalloni.com and to join our fundraising community on Facebook, go to http://www.facebook.com/groups/fundraisingfreedomtribe/
2018-05-2934 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 70 | The #1 Skill of Our TimesHow long can you do one thing, and just one thing, before you get pulled away by something else of equal (but probably less) importance? This is the world we're living in today where distractions and information overload consume our day to day activities. It's harder than ever to be successful, but it is possible. It's possible if you learn the skill of focus. In this episode you'll learn how to take back your calendar so you can improve your work and raise more funds. For more inform...
2018-05-2125 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 69 | 6 Life-Lessons We Can Learn From Mother TeresaOne of the most admired women of all time is Mother Teresa (Saint Teresa of Calcutta). Known for her charitable work she has inspired nonprofit leaders for decades. In this episode we talk about 6 of the life-lessons we can learn from Mother Teresa including: 1. We need each other. 2. You matter. 3. The only cure for loneliness, despair, and hopelessness is love. 4. A smile is a gift. 5. You won't be given more than you can handle. 6. Start where you are. For more information abo...
2018-05-1420 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 68 | How to Serve and Not SellIt's easy to slip into trying to sell your cause to a potential donor if every dollar matters. If you are desperate for donations you'll do whatever it takes to bring in the dollars including selling without serving. What if you "served" your potential donor and come without wanting anything in return? On today's episode, we talk about how to effectively serve your potential donors and supporters by working for them. If you take the time to raise awareness and educate your people well, you'll find that people who care about the same group of p...
2018-05-0731 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 67 | The Top 3 Nonprofit KillersMost nonprofit organizations start because of a great need, but nearly 50% can't keep up with the demand. On today's episode we talk about the challenges of our nonprofits and the three primary killers of our nonprofits today: 1. Leadership can't get out of the way. 2. Crazy growth too fast without a foundation 3. Confusing vision and mission For more information about Mary Valloni Consulting, visit http://maryvalloni.com and join us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/groups/fundraisingfreedomtribe/
2018-04-3028 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 66 | 3 Ways to Effectively Use Social Media to Promote Your CauseAuthenticity is one of the primary concerns for nonprofit leaders, but all you have to do is be you. No one expects you to be anything else. Remember social media is just a tool in your tool belt. It is one of many ways to engage with prospective donors and volunteers. When using social media, consider these three ways to promote you and your cause: 1. Create a Private Facebook Group and Build New Relationships 2. Be Consistent - Show up and share insider information 3. Focus your posts on wh...
2018-04-2329 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 65 | The 4 People You Need in Your LifeThere is no doubt that we all need to surround ourselves with people who "get" us and that starts with these four people. 1. Coach - a person who supports a learner in achieving a specific personal or professional goal by providing training and guidance. 2. Mentor - an experienced and trusted advisor, a more experienced or more knowledgeable person helps to guide a less experienced or less knowledgeable person. 3. Peer - someone with similar interests. 4. Coachee - someone you invest into. For more information about Mary Val...
2018-04-1628 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 64 | How Much Money Is Enough to Fulfill Your MissionOften times we spend our time focused on the dollars we want to bring in for our cause, but we don't spend time figuring out what it will actually take to fulfill our mission. If freedom is what you desire, you want to spend as much time as possible actually enjoying the work you do. Figure out what the minimum amount of money it will take and then go for it. It's probably closer than you think! For more information about Mary Valloni Consulting, visit http://maryvalloni.com and join us on...
2018-04-0919 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 63 | Who Do You Need to Become to Be the Leader You Want to Be"To achieve something you have never achieved before you must become someone you have never been." – Les Brown We're all faced with trying to figure out what we need to do to become more effective at what we do. Many times we protect ourselves with habits and routines that are comfortable, but I want you to challenge yourself to work towards the person you need to become to be the leader you want to be. Ask yourself these questions: •What new habits, disciplines, or behaviors do I need to START...
2018-04-0225 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 62 | How to Overcome the 4 Obstacles to ChangeChange is hard. If it were easy we'd all be walking around with fully funded retirement accounts and six-pack abs. Because we know it's hard, we just need to know what obstacles to overcome so we can tackle each of them one at a time. In this episode, we talk through how your past, your habits, your mind and your surroundings could be the culprit and how to overcome them and embrace positive change along the way. For more information about Mary Valloni Consulting, visit http://maryvalloni.com and join us on Facebook at http://w...
2018-03-2634 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 61 | How to End the Lack and Scarcity MindsetWhen did we decide that our nonprofits deserved less and that we needed handouts from the community? It's time to change the way we think so we can actually fulfill our mission. On today's episode we talk through how to get an abundance mindset by eliminating three statements from your thoughts. Do you believe there are people out there who want to be a part of your cause, they just don't know you exist? Find out how to find them and start attracting them to your cause today. For more information about Mary Valloni Consulting, v...
2018-03-1926 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 60 | How to Enjoy RejectionIs it possible to have the same excitement knocking on door #1 as door #101 when people say no after no after no? The answer is YES and it's possible to enjoy the rejection along the way. We know we don't need everyone to say yes, but regardless it's hard to hear no. On today's episode, find out how you can get more yeses and avoid the feeling of rejection all together! For more information about Mary Valloni Consulting, visit http://maryvalloni.com and join us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/groups/fundraisingfreedomtribe/
2018-03-1228 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 59 | Why it Feels Like People are Dodging YouThere's usually two reasons why it feels like someone is dodging you, either 1.) they are or 2.) it's all in your head. If you find yourself following up with potential donors over and over again, you may need to rethink your approach or you may need to avoid being too hard on yourself by assuming it's all about you. Learn how to avoid the dreaded follow up call, how to ensure someone follows up with you, and much more in this week's episode. For more information about Mary Valloni Consulting, visit http://maryvalloni.com and join u...
2018-03-0520 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 58 | The Key to Getting More Face-to-Face MeetingsNo one wants so sit through a painful fundraising pitch, so why would we ask our potential donors to say yes to that? Instead, let's ask them for their valuable advice and then do what they say. After all, they are our potential donors. Many of them will tell you exactly what to do and say if you were giving the pitch to them. What would they say yes to? That's what we all want to know. What do our donors want and let's give it to them. Face-to-face communication is the best way to g...
2018-02-2630 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 57 | 8 Things Every Nonprofit Leader Can Learn From the 2018 Olympic AthletesThe Winter Olympics are in full swing in Pyeongchang, South Korea bringing together the best athletes from around the world. As the media interviews these athletes, we continue to see patterns of how each of them made it to the big stage and how each of us can learn from them. Here are the 8 things every nonprofit leader can learn from the athletes of these Winter Games. 1. Olympians expect obstacles and embrace them when they come. 2. Olympians put their lives on the line. 3. Olympians know Winning isn't ev...
2018-02-1935 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 56 | How to Avoid Burnout and Take Back Control of Your LifeMany of us forget that our nonprofit is ineffective if our leaders are overworked, exhausted and burnt out. Your cause is only as good as your leadership, so this episode focuses on how to protect your most valuable asset - You! For more information about Mary Valloni Consulting, visit http://maryvalloni.com and join us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/groups/fundraisingfreedomtribe/
2018-02-1226 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 55 | 5 Things You Can Do To Attract More DonorsAs you seek to raise more funds for your cause, the most important piece to the puzzle is having enough donors to fulfill every need that comes up. This means we need to ensure we can attract more donors to our cause. On this episode we talk through the 5 things you can do to attract donors in including: 1. Have a clear vision. 2. Invite more people to be insiders into your cause (vs. outsiders). 3. Tell your donors what impact their dollars will have. 4. Tell people what you need (create a wish list...
2018-02-0528 min
The Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 54 | Do Mass Mailings Still Work?It is 2018 and we are seeing less and less print mail in our mailbox these days, but does that mean that our nonprofits should stop sending out mailings as well? The answer is NO. Mass mailings absolutely still work, but why? Find out how you can make them work for you and how you can add mailings into your communication plan as you connect with your donors and donor prospects. Mark your calendar and join Mary and other nonprofit leaders for her free monthly online fellowship this Friday, February 2nd. All the details are in t...
2018-01-2931 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 53 | How to Overcome the Pressure to SucceedFind out the two most critical ways to overcome the pressure to succeed. Mary shares how to take it easy on yourself as you focus on your ability to turn any stressful situation around. Often our greatest pressure comes from a place of opportunity. Find out how you can ensure that opportunity is a blessing and not a curse. For more information about Mary Valloni Consulting, visit http://maryvalloni.com and join us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/groups/fundraisingfreedomtribe/
2018-01-2230 min
The Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 52 | The #1 Thing You Should Do Before Hosting a Fundraising EventNonprofit and ministry leaders often jump into fundraising events before doing this one thing and that's attending other events. How do you know how to put on a great fundraising event if you've never attended another event? Mary shares why it's so important to attend events that are similar to the one you want to put on and how you can take ideas from those events to ensure your success. Mary also shares why it's important to be ready to share your need. You never know what someone might do for you and your cause when you are in th...
2018-01-1522 min
Fully Funded Podcast - Fundraising for Christian MissionariesHow To Enlist A Team to Skyrocket Your FundraisingIndividual commitment to a group effort is really what makes raising support work. You need more than just yourself to fuel and finance your ministry. In this practical episode, Mary Valloni and Mike Kim outline some best-practices in recruiting team members for your cause. Free Resource: Support Raising Roadmap (PDF) Most missionaries struggle to know where to start their fundraising efforts. Use this full-color roadmap to follow along with the podcast step-by-step as you plan your support raising campaign. Get your Missionary Support Raising Roadmap here Fully Funded Workshop...
2018-01-0931 min
The Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 51 | How to Identify and Secure Your Ideal DonorWho is your ideal donor? What do they do and why would they like you? We address these questions and more in this episode. Do you find that you are running out of prospects? Identify how to create a plan and how to promote the work you do where your donors are and not where they aren't. For more information about Mary Valloni Consulting, visit http://maryvalloni.com and join us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/groups/fundraisingfreedomtribe/
2018-01-0833 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 50 | How to Start the New Year with a New AttitudeIt's a new year and with the new year, you may need a new attitude to match! Today's episode is about how to free yourself from the negativity, how to be a giver, and how to do more of what works. We are in more control of our success than we think we are and if you want more of what works it's time to remove the things that don't. Ministry leaders, be sure to check out Mary's new podcast, The Fully Funded Podcast with Mike Kim and Mary Valloni, at http://apple.co/2q4Bn...
2018-01-0136 minFully Funded Podcast - Fundraising for Christian MissionariesWelcome to the Fully Funded Podcast with Mike Kim & Mary ValloniWelcome to the very first episode of the new Fully Funded Podcast! This show is dedicated to helping Christian missionaries grow their donor base and raise more support, using best-practices in professional fundraising and marketing. Free Resource: Support Raising Roadmap (PDF) Most missionaries struggle to know where to start their fundraising efforts. Use this full-color roadmap to follow along with the podcast step-by-step as you plan your support raising campaign. Get your Missionary Support Raising Roadmap here Meet Your Hosts, Mike Kim and Mary Valloni: Mike Kim: "...
2017-12-1907 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 49 | The Top 5 Happiness Quotes from Buddy The ElfOne of the most popular Christmas movies of all time is Elf, featuring Will Ferrell and Zooey Deschanel. Check out this episode for the top 5 happiness quotes from the movie and how they relate to nonprofit leaders today. For more information about Mary Valloni Consulting, visit http://maryvalloni.com and join us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/groups/fundraisingfreedomtribe/
2017-12-1815 min
The Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 48 | What 4 Questions Do You Need to Ask Yourself This Time of Year?With only a few weeks left in the calendar year, I wanted to share with you the questions you need to ask yourself. Find out what needs to stay and what needs to go as we wrap up 2017 and head into 2018. How will you best share your message and clear out anything that could be holding you back. For details about our January 2nd Mastermind Group, go to http://maryvalloni.com/coaching and be sure to submit your application by Friday, December 15th at 12:00 midnight CST. For more information about Mary Va...
2017-12-1125 minThe Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 47 | 7 Things To Do When You Feel Totally OverwhelmedIt's December, which means it's the most wonderful time of the year and the most stressful as well! If you are feeling totally overwhelmed here's the 7 things you should do today. Don't let your mind run you down the wrong path, learn what to do to take back control and stay on target to finish out the year strong. For details about our January 2nd Mastermind Group, go to maryvalloni.com/coaching and be sure to submit your application by Friday, December 15th at 12:00 midnight CST. For more information about Mary Val...
2017-12-0420 min
The Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 46 | 3 Last-Minute Tips to Make the Most of #GivingTuesdayTuesday, November 28th is #GivingTuesday and we're gearing up for the biggest nonprofit holiday of the year. Listen in to find out what 3 things you must do to make the most out of #GivingTuesday. For more information about Mary Valloni Consulting, visit http://maryvalloni.com and join us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/groups/fundraisingfreedomtribe/
2017-11-2719 min
The Mary Valloni ShowEpisode 41 | Part 3: How Do I Enlist My TeamThis is the third episode in our 7-part series on "What is Fundraising Freedom and How Can I Get It?" This third step is centered around how to enlist your team. Learn how to find and recruit your lead volunteer, that one person who can serve as a team captain for your leadership team. Mary shares stories of how she has identified and gone after previous leaders for the organizations she's worked with and encourages you to go enlist your team. For more information about Mary Valloni Consulting, visit http://maryvalloni.com and join us on...
2017-10-2337 min