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How to Run Your Research Group Like an Entrepreneur
After more than a decade in research development, I’ve learned that a little business thinking goes a long way in academia. As an entrepreneur myself, I’ve also learned how to navigate the uncertainty of soft-funded contract work to create a fulfilling and dynamic career. With more researchers now working on soft-funded contracts, it can be a game changer to shift how we think about academic work, embracing its potential for creativity, flexibility, and innovation. Here are f
Zoe Boshoff
Jun 15, 20253 min read


Becoming a strategic fundraiser: the power of a multi-year action plan
Why Strategic Fundraising Matters At Flametree Fundraising, we have noticed a blind spot in how organizations approach fundraising: many...
Zoe Boshoff
Jun 25, 20242 min read


Fundraising is an investment - the exchange of money for impact
Fundraising game changer: Treat donors as investors rather than benefactors One of my key interventions as a Fundraising Strategist is to...
Zoe Boshoff
Mar 18, 20242 min read
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