{"product_id":"careers-in-fundraising-isbn-9780471403593","title":"Careers in Fundraising","description":"Everything you need to know to launch your career infundraising\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Careers in Fundraising provides expert guidance on professionalopportunities in the field of fundraising, including topics onprofessional development, on-the-job issues, and the significanceof fundraising as a career. This comprehensive resource covers allthe important aspects of the profession, and also addresses thepersonal mission and commitment necessary for success in the field.An overview of the nonprofit sector provides needed background, andsidebars from professional fundraisers and students enhance andcomplement the content of each chapter. Careers in Fundraising willhelp you:\u003cbr\u003e * Learn where and how to get the education and the training youneed for a career in fundraising\u003cbr\u003e * Discover the personal and professional traits of a successfulfundraising professional\u003cbr\u003e * Explore the many different types of positions available in thefield-and find the one that's right for you\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e You'll find a wealth of useful, specialized material such assuccessful career case studies and tips on internationalfundraising and on-the-job stress. Relevant bibliographicinformation is featured at the end of each chapter, and listings ofhelpful Internet sites and important statistics are included.Careers in Fundraising offers up-to-date and in-depth advice forstudents interested in an exciting career and professionals lookingfor a new challenge. Foreword (P. Maehara \u0026amp; T. Seiler).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Introduction.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e PART ONE: UNDERSTANDING THE NONPROFIT SECTOR AND THE WORKINGENVIRONMENT.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Philanthropic Traditions and the Nonprofit Sector (R. Payton\u0026amp; D. Burlingame).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Historical Perspectives of the Profession (C. Williams).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e PART TWO: THE FUNDRAISING PROFESSIONAL'S ROLE.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Value and Importance of Fundraising for a SuccessfulNonprofit Organization (J. Mixer).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Skills and Qualities of the Aspiring Professional andFundraising Positions to Match (H. Hall).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Value of Fundraising Skills and Experience in Other Careers andPositions (C. Hamilton).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e PART THREE: PREPARING FOR A CAREER IN FUNDRAISIING.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Preparation Through Academic Programs (J. Levy).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Training Programs and Continued Education (D. Tinker).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e On-the-Job Training and Mentoring (T. Conour).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Suggestions for Career Changers (R. Blackmon).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Successful Career Case Studies (M. Dennis, jr.).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e PART FOUR: ISSUES AND ASPECTS OF A FUNDRAISING JOB.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Salaries and Wages (J. Greenfield).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Promotion and Career Advancement (R. Raker, III).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Diversity in the Profession (C. Johnson).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Working With a Boss (F. Haddad).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Working With a Team (J. Ryan).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Working in a One-Person Shop (D. Helmus).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e International Fundraising (D. Yoffe).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Pressures and Stresses of the Profession (T. Grossnickle).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e PART FIVE: CONDUCTING THE JOB SEARCH.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Where the Jobs Are and Finding the Right One (D. Sternberg).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Suggestions for a Successful Interview (R. King).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e How to Avoid the No-Win Job (R. Thompson).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e How to Exit Gracefully (A. Lane).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e What to Look for When You Are the Employer (R. Simonds).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e PART SIX: MAINTAINING EXCELLENCE AND EQUILIBRIUM.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Being a Winner in the Fundraising Profession (E. Schumacher andJ. Gillespie).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Creating a Personal Mission and Performing with a Passion (M.Baumgardner).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Conclusion: The Future of Fundraising: What Lies Ahead (S.Weinstein \u0026amp; J. Chandler).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Notes.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Index. LILYA WAGNER, EdD, CFRE, has been associated with the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University since January 1991. She is a frequent workshop and seminar presenter and speaker who works with fundraising curricula, and is a faculty member at The Fund Raising School, which provides fundraising training internationally. She is also a member of the philanthropic studies faculty at Indiana University. She speaks and writes extensively on philanthropy, fundraising, and nonprofit management.  Everything you need to know to launch your career in fundraising  \u003cp\u003eCareers in Fundraising provides expert guidance on professional opportunities in the field of fundraising, including topics on professional development, on-the-job issues, and the significance of fundraising as a career. This comprehensive resource covers all the important aspects of the profession, and also addresses the personal mission and commitment necessary for success in the field. 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