171. Face to Face: John Connolly

Rain or shine, the RNLI’s face-to-face fundraisers are out talking to the public. John Connolly shares his experience of working on the front line - and a personal story of an RNLI rescue John knows all too well the dangers of the sea. His son was once saved by a lifeguard in Cornwall, and that very same evening, John received the news that a close friend had been killed by a jet ski. In this episode, the RNLI fundraiser talks about dealing with rejection and developing a thick skin. But also about surprising acts of generosity that warm him up on a cold day. To learn more about face-to-face fundraising opportunities at the RNLI, search: RNLI Face-To-Face Fundraising Jobs 200 Voices is produced by Adventurous Audio for the RNLI     Interview by Adventurous Audio  Soundtrack composed and performed by Jon Nicholls     The RNLI is a charity celebrating 200 years of saving lives at sea - find out more at RNLI.org/200