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Giving Tuesday felt quieter than you hoped? Take a breath. Your December is still wide open.

In this episode, Jena and Britt break down what a slow Giving Tuesday really means, and what to do next without panic, pressure, or a full campaign rewrite.

You’ll learn how to:

• Read the data signals behind a “quiet” Giving Tuesday
• Reconnect donors without selling harder
• Make small, smart shifts that unlock stronger December giving
• Turn this moment into momentum – fast!

If your confidence took a hit after Giving Tuesday, this conversation is your reset button. Calm, clear, and built for real-world fundraising.

Listen now and get your December back on track.

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Chapters:
00:00  Understanding Giving Tuesday's Impact

02:58   Reframing Expectations and Emotions

05:40  Strategies for Effective Engagement

08:43  Making Meaningful Adjustments

11:24    Emotional Resilience in Fundraising

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