In this podcast episode, Lindsay from Lindsay Simonds Consulting and Catherine Alonzo discuss storytelling tips for fundraising and inspiring individuals to support causes. They share their personal motivations and emphasize the importance of personal connection in motivating people to take action. They provide four tips: finding a personal mission, focusing on what's possible, being hopeful and inspiring, and making a direct and specific ask. They also provide an example of a social media post incorporating these tips. The episode concludes with them encouraging listeners to connect for further guidance. -- Lindsay Simonds: Website: lindsaysimondsconsulting.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lindsaysimonds -- Sign up for my monthly newsletter, where I'll share practical strategies and stories of transformation to help you make positive change in your business, personal life, and community. Here’s the link: catherinealonzo.com -- Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 03:10 - Tip 1: Make the person you're talking to the main character in the story 05:50 - Tip 2: Start with WHY the cause matters to you 10:18 - Tip 3: Focus on What's Possible Instead of What's Missing 12:05 - Tip 4: Make a Direct Ask 13:55 - Bonus Tip 15:15 - Outro

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