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Stories: The Currency Nonprofit Leaders Collect To Pay Their Donors

January 26, 2021 • David Oaks • Season 2 • Episode 3

THE most successful communicator in history "was never without a story when he spoke."

When asked why he focused on storytelling, Jesus gave a lesson that nonprofit leaders can learn a lot from...

"…I tell stories: to create readiness, to nudge the people toward a welcome awakening."

To create readiness
To nudge people forward

Great leaders focus on, harness, and utilize the power of stories.

SOME SUGGESTIONS FOR USING STORIES:
1. Tell your story

My friend Mike Kim has taught me that if content is king, then context is the kingdom. What he means is that your story matters. It is your story that makes the content of your communication and interactions powerful. Some great places to make sure your story is told:

Your website "About" page (read more here)
Your printed newsletter
- My friend Sharon Wagner prints her story on her website and in every newsletter and case for support. It gives power to her mission.
- Another friend, Monica Prestridge, tells her story on the first page of her website
- My story, David Oaks

FREE DOWNLOADS:

#1: FREE DOWNLOAD: STORY BASED NEWSLETTER EXAMPLE

#2: FOUR STORIES THAT WILL RAISE MORE MONEY IN YOUR NEXT NEWSLETTER

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