Frequently Asked Questions

The world is our oyster! Seriously, I love sitting down and talking how we could best partner together. If you're looking for tried, true and already-developed to choose from, those are options, too. Typically, my focus is on training, presentations, strategizing and team-building opportunities. Feel free to reach out (laurenboydwise@gmail.com) and we can chat more about what you're hoping to accomplish.

Typically, these can last 60 minutes to 8 hours, depending on your needs. These are some examples of what has been popular:

• 60 minutes (presentation with Q&A): A Masterclass in Discovery Work: What to say, how to say it and strategies to move relationships forward

• 90 minutes (presentation style with group discussion/strategy): A Masterclass in Discovery Work

• 3 hours (workshop style with group exercises): A Masterclass in Discovery Work

• 5-8 hours (custom training with team-building, group and individual exercises and discussion): The Art and Science of Discovery Work

You can read a bit more about some of the bigger buckets and themes I focus on here.

"Give me all the tactical and practical tips, tricks, phrases, words, 'what to say and how to say its' from those with the boots on the ground!" 

That's what I wish I would have had when I started in this work. And now, my boots are on the ground and I want to pay it forward to my fellow development professionals by sharing my best practices. My approach is different because I am often thinking about planting seeds as it relates to philanthropy and playing the long game, rather than simply thinking about my metrics for this year. And, it's been extremely successful for me. Plus, the spirit behind this work is so special. We open conversations, not close gifts. We value meaning over money. We value benefactors over metrics. The spirit behind what we do sets us apart from other fundraisers and other nonprofits, making it different and better experiences for both our benefactors and our gift officers.

Yes, coaching sessions are where tailor discussions to specific roles, scenarios, goals and individuals. Those can be scheduled in 20 or 45 minute sessions and typically occur in an ongoing series for a certain amount of time.