Handling Sponsorship Requests Strategically

New business owners, this one's for you. If your inbox is suddenly flooded with sponsorship requests, and donation asks, you're not imagining it, you're just visible. But how do you support your community without draining your startup budget or losing focus on your business goals?

In this episode, Dr. Tiffany Allen Smith shares her hard-learned lesson from blowing through her entire sponsorship budget in year one and getting zero new customers in return. She'll walk you through a practical 5-step framework for turning overwhelming requests into strategic opportunities that serve both your community AND your business.

You'll Learn:

* Why saying "no" strategically allows you to say "yes" more meaningfully

* How to create your own sponsorship tiers that work for YOUR budget

* The 4-question filter that helps you identify aligned opportunities instantly

* Ready-to-use response templates for every type of request

* How to turn one-time donations into long-term community partnerships

Perfect for: New business owners, entrepreneurs feeling overwhelmed by community requests, and anyone who wants to give back sustainably while building their brand.

Key Takeaway: Strategic giving isn't selfish, it's what allows you to support your community more generously over the long term.

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