UK charities are under pressure. The fallout from the Kids Company collapse continues to put the spotlight on governance and fundraising methods are very much under scrutiny.
Effective charity pitches and presentations are more essential than ever, to win support for your cause from local government and civil servants. These are our three steps to follow:
What do you want from ministers, local councillors, civil servants and potential partners?
If you can’t sum up an “ask” that is definable and feasible, you are unlikely to get it. Make it as easy as possible for others to help you by ensuring you know exactly what you want.
At all levels of government, politicians face many problems. They are generally delighted to be offered workable solutions by well-informed people.
You need to explain how your charity can solve specific problems that ministers and councillors face, and ideally how those solutions map to stated government priorities.
Think through what the people you meet are likely to ask you, and decide in advance just how you are going to respond.
There is no need to be surprised by questions that you should have foreseen, and therefore planned for.
You will come across as a more credible partner as well as an organisation with a worthwhile cause to champion.
First, download our free ebook to start your journey towards becoming a Powerful Presenter.
You’ll learn our 5-step process for Powerful Presentations: inspirational, memorable and persuasive.
It’s full of practical tips and insights.
Download your free copy of our Five Steps to Improve your Leadership Talks ebook now.
Benjamin Ball Associates works with charities to help them to pitch, present and persuade more effectively.
Our charity clients include Forum for the Future, Impetus Trust, Teenage Cancer Trust and the World Muslim Foundation.
If you would like more information, call Louise Angus on 020 7018 0922 or email her at louise@nullbenjaminball.com.
Benjamin Ball Associates helps clients to communicate better.
Over 10+ years the award-winning BBA team has coached thousands of senior executives globally to present powerfully. We have developed a robust toolbox of techniques that we use to help our clients become clear, confident communicators.
We’ll help you create a powerful first impression that hooks and engages your audience immediately and we’ll coach you to deliver clearly, confidently and with impact.
Speak to Louise on +44 20 7018 0922 or email louise@nullbenjaminball.com to find out more and discuss your upcoming speech or presentation.
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