Ever look back on your career and evaluate how you might do things differently knowing what you know now? On this week's episode, Louis and Mike reflect on over a decade of being fundraisers and what each of them would do differently if they were starting over today.Things like...Focusing more on the strength of the relationship with donors rather than getting all the technical details just rightFocusing more on gathering insights directly from donors in a systematic way to shape fundraising messaging and strategyRealizing you are the CEO of youBeing in the room when budgeting happens Seeking out mentors who are a few steps ahead in their career..and more. GET CONNECTEDFollow Louis Diez on LinkedIn Follow Mike Duerksen on LinkedIn Join the Donor Participation Project here—a community of fundraisers who get together every month to co-create solutions that increase donor participation.Get access to the 5 Minute Fundraising Fix—a FREE mini course that will help you craft compelling fundraising messages that move donors to action and increase response. ABOUT THE HOSTSLouis Diez advises nonprofits in annual fund development, digital fundraising, and engagement strategies. He's the founder and host of the Donor Participation Project and VP, Community at Almabase.Mike Duerksen is the founder and CEO of BuildGood, a fundraising agency that helps nonprofits raise more money from individual donors. He also hosts the Build Good Fundraising Podcast.