Level Up Your Major Gift Fundraising Team with Expert Consulting
As a leader, it feels like you should have all the answers, but it's important to remember that no one does. 12 consulting sessions with a fellow expert will help you achieve better results in a fraction of the time it would take on your own.
Don't Be Afraid to Ask for Help
Being a leader can be tough sometimes, especially when it feels like you have to have all the answers. You've worked hard to get where you are today and gained a lot of experience so it seems unlikely that anyone could offer advice that you haven’t already heard. And even if you did reach out for help it might send the message that you don’t know what you’re doing.
But when you try to solve things on your own, you might get six months down the road before realizing your strategy had some holes in it. Your problems aren't going away and things are beginning to snowball. If you don’t resolve problems quickly, your employees may start to get restless or resentful, and the possibility of losing valuable employees and watching performance fall off a cliff is terrifying.
It's important to keep in mind that two heads are better than one. Seeking help is not a sign of weakness, but rather a sign of strength. Interacting with a fellow expert is almost always a good idea and leads to better results and faster solutions.
$3,600
Reinvigorate Your Team
Boost Team Performance
Learn how to train your team members to connect with donors on a deeper level and get them excited about your cause!
Improve Employee Retention
When team members are feeling productive, having fun, and feeling respected and celebrated, they won't want to work anywhere else.
Manage High-Performers
Not all team members should be treated equally. If you're treating everyone the same, it might seem fair but it's actually holding your high-performers back.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Flywheel Consulting Package?
The Flywheel Consulting Package is a six-month consulting package designed for team leaders of major gift fundraisers. It includes twelve live 90-minute phone or video consultations with J. Paul. The package allows for the inclusion of members of your executive team and board in consultation sessions. The Flywheel Consulting Package helps with strategies for recruiting, hiring, and retaining good staff, as well as improving team performance, employee retention, and managing high-performers.
What is the cost of the Flywheel Consulting Package, and what does it include?
The Flywheel Consulting Package costs $3,600, and it includes twelve live 90-minute phone or video consultations with J. Paul (two per month). It also includes a customized plan to address your specific needs, the option to include members of your executive team and board in consultation sessions, and help with strategies for recruiting, hiring, and retaining good staff. Additionally, you will receive a lifetime 25% discount on any additional ad-hoc consultations (90 minutes each).
What can I expect from the consulting sessions?
J. Paul will start by delving into your story and learning about how you got to where you are now, as well as hearing about the pain points you may be experiencing. He will then work with you to develop a personalized plan that addresses your specific concerns, the spiritual morale of your team, or anything else you might be struggling with. You can expect twelve live 90-minute phone or video consultations with J. Paul over the course of six months, with the option to include members of your executive team and board in consultation sessions.
How will this help me improve employee retention and manage high-performers?
The Flywheel Consulting Package can help you improve employee retention by teaching you how to train your team members to connect with donors on a deeper level and get them excited about your cause. When team members are feeling productive, having fun, and feeling respected and celebrated, they won't want to work anywhere else. The package can also help you manage high-performers by teaching you that not all team members should be treated equally. If you're treating everyone the same, it might seem fair, but it's actually holding your high-performers back. J. Paul can help you identify and manage high-performers on your team to help maximize their potential.
How do I know if the Flywheel Consulting Package is right for me?
The Flywheel Consulting Package is designed for team leaders of major gift fundraisers who are looking to level up their team's performance and address specific needs. If you're feeling stuck, struggling to retain good staff, or looking to improve team performance, this package can help. If you're unsure if this package is right for your organization, we offer a free consultation where you can discuss your needs and goals with J. Paul to determine if the Flywheel Consulting Package is a good fit.
How
We’ll Work Together
Share Your Story
During the first 1-2 consultations, J.Paul will delve into your story, learn all about how you got to where you are now, and hear about the pain points you may be experiencing.
Create an Action Plan
J.Paul will work with you to develop a personalized plan that addresses your specific concerns, the spiritual morale of your team, or anything else you might be struggling with.
Come Back Anytime
Call on J.Paul anytime you get stuck or need to talk through something. Enjoy one free 60-minute phone or video debrief once you complete the course, and take advantage of a lifetime 25% discount on any additional ad-hoc consultations (90 minutes each).
Your Cause Is Worth It
"I love the Catalyst Course. Pedagogically (I am a teacher by training) it's been beautifully put together. The course includes reading (text book), watching (video - so high quality, I started to watch the first one and could not stop, so appealing and touching!), reflecting and journaling (writing), sessions with J.Paul (speaking). It takes into consideration different learning styles. At the completion of the course the student will have learned and been transformed in his/her thinking, philosophy, theology of generosity...and ultimately fundraising strategy and practice. Regarding the relevance to us in the Finnish context, it is very relevant indeed. I don't think anybody offers anything like this here. I am happy to recommend J.Paul's course and services."
"When I go through the fundamentals part of the Catalyst Course from the VIA document to systems to impact stories, it is a very well-organized set of learning systems that I learned for this endeavor. The videos with J.Paul's face appearance are like a real-life interaction in a class room setting. His teaching method speaks of rich experience. He is generous."
"If you don't know much about fundraising, particularly with high net worth donors, this course will launch you into a whole new world. If you know a little bit about the process and have struggled with it, you will walk away from this course not just with a better process and better strategies, but your whole attitude and perspective will undergo a fundamental shift. Fundraising will shift from a 'have to' to a 'want to.'"
"The Catalyst Course has been life-changing for our organization. The interface is so easy to navigate and can be accessed well on my laptop, iPad, and iPhone. Our team has been applying every single tool. The course is extremely practical and give us a lot to work on as an organization, which has been super helpful. Because of the course we were able to raise an extra $126K from new donors and give solid reports to our existent donors. Thank you so much for the opening the course to us. I cannot recommend it enough."
"J.Paul did a short consult on fund-raising at my request. He was able to communicate complex principles and ideas in ways that were practical and achievable. He is able to work with large and small non-profits, local and global. I was able to meet my fund-raising goals using J. Paul's recommendations."
"Having worked with J. Paul in various capacities over the years, I have always been impressed with his ability to relate to diverse people and situations. I highly recommend him to any organization (US-based or international) looking for major donor gift growth and acquisition."
"J. Paul is one of the most savvy, intuitive, clear-thinking consultants I've been privileged to work with. Any time spent, (literally), with J. Paul is money well spent! Highly recommend him if you're in need of Development expertise, whether a start up or seasoned non-profit, he'll steer you clear and results will soon follow!"
