Your Fundraising Energy is Contagious

Key Takeaways:

• Fundraising begins with energy. Donors respond more to your emotional presence than your pitch, confidence, and authenticity attract, while desperation repels.
• Influence through presence, not perfection. Being grounded and emotionally attuned makes you more influential than having the "perfect" ask or script.
• Manage your energy intentionally. Simple practices like choosing a focus word, visualizing success, or resetting with breath and music can elevate your presence in donor conversations.
• Authentic connections build long-term results. Fundraising rooted in real connection leads to lasting relationships, lower stress, and more meaningful donor engagement.

“Influence is not about being perfect. It's about being present.”

“Even 90 seconds of intentional grounding can shift your state and realign your energy before you connect with anyone, especially a donor.”

“The more that I let go, the more that I give them the opportunity to make their own choice, the more likely they are to choose what I want.”

- Maryanne Dersch

Let’s Work Together to Amplify Your Leadership + Influence

1. Group Coaching for Nonprofit Leaders

Want to lead with more clarity, confidence, and influence? My group coaching program is designed for nonprofit leaders who are ready to communicate more powerfully, navigate challenges with ease, and move their organizations forward.

2. Team Coaching + Training

I work hands-on with nonprofit teams to strengthen leadership, improve communication, and align around a shared vision. Whether you’re growing fast or feeling stuck, we’ll create more clarity, collaboration, and momentum—together.

3. Board Retreats + Trainings

Your board has big potential. I’ll help you unlock it. My engaging, no-fluff retreats and trainings are built to energize your board, refocus on what matters, and generate real results.

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