Struggling to make donor calls? Try this simple strategy

Are you avoiding crucial donor calls because you feel a little uncomfortable with the phone?

You’re not alone! 

It’s called the “500-pound phone” for a reason - it can feel impossibly heavy for so many of us. 

But here’s the thing:

Avoiding those calls could mean missed opportunities for deeper relationships, meaningful conversations, and more major gifts.

If you’re struggling with picking up the phone, try this simple warm-up technique: 

Start by calling donors who are closest to you first.

These are the people who already know and appreciate your work, so the conversations will feel more natural. 

Think of it as a low-pressure way to build your confidence and strengthen that phone muscle.

With practice, those “heavier” calls will start to feel lighter.

Do you find yourself hesitating to pick up the phone? What’s helped you get into a regular practice of making donor calls? 

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