Annoyance: "I Have to Do This, But I Really Don't Want To ! "

You’re no longer afraid of donor meetings.You’re just… tired of them.In Stage 2 of our 5 Stages of Fundraising Psychology series, James Misner unpacks the quiet danger of resentment in nonprofit leadership.In this episode, James explores why Annoyance is more dangerous than Anxiety, how subtle resentment caps growth, and why flat results often trace back to flat energy. If your organization feels stuck — not declining, but not growing — this conversation will hit close to home.You’re functioning. But are you thriving?