Are you serious?


Hi Reader,

In leading your nonprofit, have you ever thought, "we address a serious problem, so we need to sound serious?"

So many leaders like you have told me they don't want to risk sounding too casual in their marketing or fundraising materials.

And I get it. More often than not, we deal with serious topics that deserve to be treated seriously.

But there's a difference between being serious and being sincere, and confusing the two can make your communications feel distant, even when your heart is fully in it.

Does that resonate with you? If so, I'm here to explain the difference and what balance actually looks like (including one of my favorite unexpected examples).

Rooting for you,

Jordana

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Jordana Merkin, Voice for Good

Jordana Merkin helps nonprofits clarify their messaging to attract and engage with the right people for them. Subscribe to have actionable nonprofit messaging and communications tips and insights delivered straight to your inbox.

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