A case study in applying the STRIVE3 Mission Acceleration Blueprint™ to a federally funded, evidence-based advertising study for the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center. The Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston (MEDVAMC) carries one of the most difficult mandates in American healthcare: reaching veterans before a crisis takes hold. Suicide remains […]
“Strategy Connects. Story Moves. Results Last.” Some organizations need better fundraising. Others need better marketing. But the most transformative nonprofits need something much bigger: an integrated strategy that aligns vision, messaging, execution, and long-term growth. That was the opportunity facing St. George’s Anglican Church in Baghdad. Already serving as Iraq’s only operating Anglican church, St. […]
Most mission-driven organizations do not suffer from a lack of purpose. They suffer from the weight of it. The work is urgent. The need is real. The stories are human, painful, complicated, and full of hope. But somewhere between the field, the boardroom, the donor list, the website, the inbox, the campaign calendar, […]
Why every growing organization eventually discovers that campaigns are not enough. Every leader wants momentum. Whether the objective is attracting more donors, increasing enrollment, growing membership, serving more patients, expanding market share, or deepening community engagement, the desired outcome is remarkably consistent: sustainable growth that continues long after a campaign has ended. Yet when growth […]
Why the real impact of an event is determined by what happens next. One of the biggest mistakes organizations make with events is treating them like a finish line instead of a launching point. I’ve seen organizations spend months planning a gala, conference, fundraiser, leadership summit, or networking event. They focus heavily on registration, speakers, […]
Most Organizations Don’t Have a Marketing Problem. They Have an Alignment Problem. There is a common assumption in today’s business and nonprofit environment that if growth stalls, engagement drops, or outreach loses momentum, the solution is simple: do more marketing. More ads. More social media posts. More emails. More campaigns. More content. But after years […]
60% of consumers feel more positive about a company after reading custom content on its blog. Packing blog posts with helpful information can increase consumer trust. Further, being consistent with a posting schedule will certainly help to keep your brand in front of your audience. But you have to stay committed. To reap the […]
It is truly tragic to consider the division that infects our great nation. In most cases, this division is preceded by a failure to communicate or to empathize. We have seen this for far too long in this land of ours. And that is what it is – OUR LAND. So, how do we get […]
Is grammar obsolete in the age of social media? Definitely not. While some rules change and words join the dictionary’s ranks, some things stay the same. Blogging and social media require good grammar in order for your business to be taken seriously. Here are a few fails to avoid. Polish up your grammar skills for […]
#Aesthetic is a trendy way of signaling that your social media post is a gorgeous shot of your house, shoes, or something banal. But #aesthetic is not just important for social media. Your website’s aesthetic can affect purchases as well as brand reputation. Here are four ways to help you build a consistent aesthetic and […]