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Dr. James explains the power of giving: why leading with a gift always wins

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1] This primal-giving game models reciprocal altruism.[2] A good gift signals a “helpful reciprocity” relationship. If there was a seminar at the Law School, we would invite them to that. This process repeatedly signals a helpful reciprocity social relationship. He gives advice and participates.) How complicated?

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3 Big Reasons Why An ‘Ask’ Is Mostly About Your Donor’s Hero Story (Not Your Organization’s)

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These establish motivation from the main character’s original identity. Without this, even a catastrophic threat won’t motivate action. To motivate dramatic action, the problem must be disruptive. Otherwise, it won’t motivate action. The narrative arc. Story moves through a narrative arc. The inciting incident.

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Why you must deliver value in fundraising, not just take the money and run

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Suppose a friend asks for your help. Even if you think it’s worth that much, that doesn’t help. The first law of sustainable giving in nature is this: Giving must be seen by partners who are able and willing to reciprocate. Participants each get money. Philanthropy can help me decide. This might be helpful.

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Why you must deliver value in fundraising, not just take the money and run

iMarketSmart

Suppose a friend asks for your help. Even if you think it’s worth that much, that doesn’t help. The first law of sustainable giving in nature is this: Giving must be seen by partners who are able and willing to reciprocate. Participants each get money. Philanthropy can help me decide. This might be helpful.

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