573. Unlocking the Power of Alignment Fundraising + Combatting Burnout - Mallory Erickson

Meet Mallory. She's an executive coach, fundraising consultant, and author of What the Fundraising. She’s breaking down how the nonprofit sector’s reliance on transactional, scarcity-driven fundraising has led to burnout and declining giving. Plus, how chronic stress even blocks fundraisers from building meaningful relationships. Enter alignment fundraising—where self-awareness, self-care, and genuine connection take priority. Tune in to learn how shifting mindsets and integrating wellness can help you feel better, do better and raise more.💡 LearnThe problem with transactional fundraisingThe effects of chronic stress on fundraisers How to prioritize self-awareness + connection through alignment fundraisingToday's GuestMallory Erickson, CEO + Founder, Power Partners FormulaEpisode HighlightsMallory’s journey to where she is today (4:00)The problem with transactional fundraising (9:15)What stress and burnout prevent (17:10) The solution: aligned fundraising (26:10) A powerful moment in Mallory’s experience with aligned fundraising (33:40)Mallory’s One Good Thing: Take a moment and feel a feeling. Then acknowledge and validate that feeling. (38:55)Where to get the book, What the Fundraising (40:30)For more information + episode details visit: weareforgood.com/episode/573.//Join the We Are For Good Community—completely free.Join fellow changemakers, share takeaways from this working session, and keep collaborating in a space built for connection, inspiration, and real impact: www.weareforgoodcommunity.comSay hi 👋LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter