1. Imagine for a moment that you transitioned from being a volunteer or supporter to being a full-time fundraiser for an organisation. What new knowledge and skills would you need to develop to be successful in this role?
– Communication skills – my audience looks different – what does their language look and sound like?
– Negotiation skills
– Marketing skills
– Interpersonal communication skills
– Sales skills
2. Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you needed to acquire new skills or knowledge to excel in your role? How did you approach this challenge?
I researched various platforms on the specific skill until I could implement it.