Dear Analyst 7: Overwhelmed!

Great tips on convincing gift officers that they don't need all available information for an initial visit.

Confessions of a failed major gift officer

Thanks to Liz Rejman for sharing this link!

What will it cost you to rent a Dallas-area apartment? More than it ever has

It can be tricky to assign a capacity rating to a renter. Be sure you're aware of what the market looks like.

Four Smart Ways to Avoid Burnout for Nonprofit Professionals

"Overworking will not only steal your clarity but ultimately zap your energy." Amen.

The Reason So Many Analytics Efforts Fall Short

Important things to keep in mind as you are developing analytics programs.

Kalamazoo Asks the Rich for Donations Instead of Hiking Taxes

This is a fascinating idea.

Two Generations Of Givers: How The Simons Family Passed On The Philanthropy Gene

Family wealth and philanthropy is only growing in importance. Are you paying attention to the younger generation?

10 things to look for doing prospect research

APRA Metro DC shared this great Prospect Research 101 article from 2014.

Time Management in Practice

Kenny Tavares shares some good tips and techniques related to time management. I personally use the Pomodoro Technique to remind me to break up my work and take breaks.

The Rich Are Also Different From One Another

Interesting findings from a longer academic paper if you're interested in diving in further.

State of Luxury: California Dominates List of Counties With Most Expensive Real Estate