Ver­i­ty six: great fundrais­ers are winners

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Jerold Panas
Added
September 12, 2013

They have a lust and a zest for winning. Their attitude is that if you want to be in second place nobody is going to fight you for it!

We know that a person does not attempt anything great unless there are difficulties to overcome. You persevere and achieve. You achieve this from your desire to win and from the pride you have in vanquishing all problems and obstacles.

About the author: Jerold Panas

Jerold Panas has been professionally involved in fundraising for over 40 years. He combines his understanding and experience with a special talent for strategic planning, major gifts and volunteer development.

He is a frequent speaker at conferences and seminars and a regular contributor to professional journals. Dr Panas is regarded as an author of particular note and his books are considered amongst the most significant in the field.

In 2013, he received the coveted lifetime achievement award for his contribution to philanthropy and fundraising. In 2011, the Cultural Office of Mexico cited him for his contribution to the nation’s philanthropy.

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