Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 4 hours ago

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In this episode of WORK Net/Net, Erika breaks down why fundraising is really about selling a vision that works for someone else. She walks through what great capital raisers actually do, from showing up in person to crafting a compelling story and following up relentlessly.

Timestamps:
00:00 – Why Fundraising Is A Work Skill
01:39 – Fundraising Is Just Selling
02:42 – Creating A Vision For Someone Else
03:32 – Why Showing Up Matters
03:53 – Building A Logical And Compelling Story
04:39 – Follow Up
05:58 – Persistence Creates Opportunity

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