by Monica Vandeventer | Oct 27, 2025 | Podcast
Summary:Clark shares his November playbook for development officers: how to turn Thanksgiving into a month-long movement of gratitude that naturally inspires giving. From pulling lists in October to writing year-end letters in December, he explains how to stay...
by Monica Vandeventer | Oct 21, 2025 | Podcast
SummaryAs year-end approaches, Clark shares the methodical moves that separate top-performing development officers from everyone else. In this episode, he walks through the two lists every fundraiser should pull before November hits—and how to use them to strengthen...
by Monica Vandeventer | Oct 6, 2025 | Podcast
SummaryPart two of Clark’s practical “Lessons Learned” series—from an old slide deck that still packs a punch. We cover why mission must lead your conversations, how to cultivate until the “yes” is likely, the art of listening (and how to measure it), why the case...
by Monica Vandeventer | Sep 22, 2025 | Podcast
Summary:This episode is a walk down memory lane—and a masterclass in the basics that still matter. While looking for a quote from legendary philanthropist Malin Burnham, Clark stumbled on an old slide deck from 2013 titled Lessons Learned: Practical Lessons in Major...
by Monica Vandeventer | Sep 16, 2025 | Podcast
Summary:Clark’s back on the mic—recorded just before heading to Guatemala—and reflecting on gratitude, career courage, and what it means to be all in. Whether you’re planning your next donor visit or questioning your fit in your current role, this episode will...
by Monica Vandeventer | Sep 9, 2025 | Podcast
Is Asking for a Gift the Next Right Thing? Summary:Are you about to ask someone for a gift? Maybe the meeting is already on the calendar… but before you make the ask, Clark wants you to pause and reflect. In this episode, Clark shares a powerful mindset shift that can...
