On this episode, we're debating back and forth on whether #GivingTuesday is actually beneficial for all nonprofits. There are some important precautions to think through when engaging in the global day of giving. Listen in to learn more about whether or not Giving Tuesday should be part of your end-of-year giving strategies.

Churches and nonprofits seem to have a constant pressure to always be on the leading edge of creativity. How do you keep your teams inspired? How do you set a culture of creativity for those you lead, ultimately resulting in great ideas and creatively empowered teams? Check out these 4 tips on igniting inspiration with your teams.

It can be challenging keeping up with the latest and greatest marketing tools available to you. It seems like as soon as you get the hang of one tool, another update or newer/better/more effective tool is born. Make sure you're up to speed! Listen in to The A Group CEO, Maurilio Amorim, discuss some of his favorite new tools for 2020.

All strong, impactful and effective teams have one thing in common: trust. While "trust" can feel like an intangible and/or subjective team quality, there are some very practical and tangible ways to go about instilling a culture of trust in your nonprofit or ministry. Listen in on these 4 tips on taking your teams from feeling judgmental and critical of others on the team to filling the gaps with productive conversations and stronger unity, all working toward an important mission.

For nonprofits and ministries, good storytelling can help you captivate donors, raise money and heighten awareness for your cause. And while there are over 1 million nonprofits in the U.S., many with similar missions as yours, your stories are unique and can set you apart if you're intentional and thoughtful in the presentation. Listen in to learn about the key components of an impactful story.

What you're communicating to your nonprofit or ministry's target audiences matters. If your message is confusing, unclear or irrelevant, there’s a good chance potential donors/first-time-guests will quickly bounce to the next thing trying desperately to gain their attention.

It's easy to get caught up in doing good, isn't it? It's almost addicting. As a nonprofit, you have a specific goal and mission, but it can be easy to get sidetracked on the shiny, new things that you could chase after. While that sounds noble, it may actually be a hinderance to your original goal. Check out these 4 ways to avoid mission creep.

You can't make a second first impression. Making your church guests feel welcomed, catered to, and cared for from the moment they step foot in your church will greatly increase the likelihood of turning them from one-time visitors into fully-engaged members. Check out these practical steps to ensure you're not overlooking some key details of your church's guest experience.

Is your nonprofit at risk to becoming victim to credit card fraud? The answer is "yes." Sadly, now more than ever, nonprofits are experiencing the wrath of hackers all across the globe. There are some very practical steps you can take to ensure your donors have a seamless donating experience, and also to ensure your credibility as a nonprofit. Listen in!

Are you retaining your current donor-base? Yes, new donors are important to your cause, but your current donors (the people who currently keep you afloat) are crucial to keep engaged and giving. Today we're talking about different ways to maintain and retain your current donors so you don't leave the back door wide open once the new donors actually commit.