“News”

By Barry Spencer | October 13, 2020 |

The news today comes at us fast and furious. It is laced with emotionally charged words, regardless of which side of the argument you are on. But think for a…

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New Normal

By Barry Spencer | October 6, 2020 |

 What could be beneficial now more than ever is assurance that the uncertainty of our present time is “normal.” The uncertainty of the election results, economic outcomes, and market volatility…

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This Conversation Matters

By Barry Spencer | September 29, 2020 |

The planned giving conversation matters for the donor. While annual giving meets immediate needs quicker than planned giving, don’t dismiss how planned giving can help. Too many dismiss planned giving…

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Choose Happy

By Barry Spencer | September 22, 2020 |

It was Monday. Some dread it. Some love it. Some wait around to see what the day delivers before they decide what kind of day it will be. There are…

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Three Donor Questions

By Barry Spencer | September 15, 2020 |

“But dad what do I say?” This is the question my kids ask me when faced with a challenge in their studies and they don’t even know what to ask…

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The Business We Are In

By Barry Spencer | September 8, 2020 |

The role of the development professional is to raise money for the organization in order for it to fulfill its mission. But the real business we’re in is story-telling. Donors…

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New Donor Motivation Program National Insights

By Barry Spencer | September 1, 2020 |

The one thing that can pay multiples in a pandemic and coming out of any challenges is to focus on learning and growth. Learning is the information and wisdom you…

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Investments that Matter

By Barry Spencer | August 25, 2020 |

There are few investments in life that are “sure” things. The investment of time, energy, and money in a relationship with a son or daughter is one of them. This…

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What Are Your Prints On?

By Barry Spencer | August 20, 2020 |

You’ve heard it said, “You can’t take it with you. There are no U-Haul’s behind hearses.” Yet, we forget the incredible legacy we can leave. We call them life-prints. Fingerprints…

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Roy Disney & Ted Turner Used This

By Barry Spencer | August 11, 2020 |

How did Roy Disney sell $100 million in Disney stock and pay no up-front capital gains taxes on the sale? How did Ted Turner sell around $20 million of AOL…

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Your Opportunity to Benefit

To learn more about how The Donor Motivation Program® may benefit you and your organization, request our complimentary guide, “The 37-Minute Planned Giving Landscape Conversation” with Barry Spencer by calling (678) 353-3355.