Three weeks ago I made a video on how to maximize the do-good factor in your business. I mentioned that you could donate your time and skills to help those who couldn’t otherwise work with you, financially support causes you believe in, and leverage your fan base to make a bigger impact.
Today I can’t wait to tell you about another way to do good things for the world:
Leverage the power of community
Although I belong to several online communities, there is one in particular that stands heads above the rest. Why? They give and give and give.
This community is like no other I have ever encountered. No jealousy. No finger-pointing. No nastiness. Just pure love and generosity.
When I reached out to this community to ask for their support in helping me raise $5000 for my Charity Water campaign, most didn’t give it a second thought. I received a donation from almost every single person who had something to give, all in service of this fundraiser.
They donated products and services ranging in value from $19.95 to $397. One person gave away 25 copies of her best digital program. All have given something meaningful and valuable because they all have huge, generous hearts.
This is the incredible power of community.
Nurturing connections
I have been a part of this community of generous women for over a year now. We have helped each other grow our businesses. We have witnesses successes and supported one another during challenging times.
In this fast paced online world, there are some who believe that true connections and friendships can not thrive online. I disagree. When I sent one simple email to a handful of amazing women, they instantly replied and were willing to give me anything I needed. I had their full love and support.
That is the incredible power of community, even an online one.
What’s in it for you
These digital product donations are all gifts for you. Yes, you!
Everyone who donates to my Charity Water campaign will receive a product or service that has been donated to this cause. Yes, everyone who donates will get something in return. Best of all, you get to choose your gift!
I will send a special email next Tuesday with all of the details. The mad dash giveaway will happen next Wednesday, 8/15, on my blog. Be sure to watch your email for the specifics so you can get your thank you gift for donating.
Do you have something to donate?
If you have a digital product or a service that you would like to donate as part my Charity Water campaign thank you giveaway, I would be oh so grateful. Contact us and my assistant will send you the info we need from you to make it happen.
In the comments below, tell me about a time when have you leveraged or witnessed the power of community? I’d love to hear all about it.
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