It's About the Cause Stupid!

Whenever I hesitate asking a friend to support me on a run, whenever I don't pick up the phone to ask someone to volunteer, or whenever I chicken out in "closing the ask" I am thinking about the wrong person.

To paraphrase...it's not about David stupid! It's about the cause. Thinking more of the cause and less about myself will result in a much better chance next time that I will pick up that phone!

Decades Of Discovery!

Over time I have tended to observe folk using 3 S glasses! Pursuit of Security (personal and family) is the hallmark of those in their 20's and 30's. Drive for Success defines those in their 40's and 50's and Search for Significance creeps in around the 60's and beyond.

I have seen that generally, discretionary and non-discretionary money decisions follow suit.

Chaitable Venture Capital!

For a charity to receive major gifts they need to have the following three things.

First they need to clearly show the investor that there is a significant market for what they offer. Second, they should have a solid business plan indicating how they will easily and effectively deliver to that niche. Third, they need to prove that they have the "horses" to get it done.

Have It All!

I saw a quote the other day that said: "Today I can either change the world or enjoy the world. I choose to enjoy it."

Those that get up in the morning with a heart to give do both!