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Advice
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What books, magazines, periodicals, websites or other materials should people read to learn more about this field? |
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Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) is the organization most fundraisers belong to. Chronicle of Philanthropy and Nonprofit Times are good publications.
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What questions would you ask of someone who wants to do this work? |
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Do you like people and can you work well with many different types? Are you prepared for a challenging career doing many different things without the equivalent financial reimbursement? What are your passions in life?
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In what kinds of jobs can recent college graduates have the most impact in your field? |
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Special events, alumni relations and public relations
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What are the major trends and/or key issues in your field? |
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Increasing government regulations, professionalization of the field, planned giving and donor relations
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What forms of support and/or advice have you found most valuable (mentoring, trainings, professional development, attending conferences, etc.)? |
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Mentoring, conferences, informal networking
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What is a common or tough interview question a candidate in your field should be prepared to answer? |
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See What questions would you ask of someone who wants to do this work? — be prepared to work hard and not make a lot of money. |
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What other advice would you give people who want to do this work? |
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Folllow your passion — fundraising is a great job. It allows you the opportunity to let donors feel good about themselves and support their own passions.
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