Auction is Action with U in it!
Join us as we delve into the exciting world of fundraising auctions, where every bid is a step towards making a difference. We believe that Auctions is action with a "U" in it! Whether you're a seasoned organizer or a newcomer, our insights will equip you with the knowledge to elevate your fundraising initiatives and create memorable experiences for everyone!
Episodes
22 episodes
Why the Best Fundraising Happens Before the Auction Starts
In this episode of Auction Is Action, fundraising auctioneer and strategist Bobby D. breaks down why the highest-performing galas combine smart consultation, intentional strategy, and confident auctioneer leadership—not just great perf...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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6:15
The Perfect Gala Guest
The Perfect Gala Guest is the episode every nonprofit professional wishes their audience would listen to before walking into the ballroom.In this podcast, we break down what actually makes a gala guest exceptional—not louder, rich...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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7:38
What Last Year’s Numbers Are Telling You
Before you plan this year’s gala, auction, or fundraising event, there’s one step most organizations skip—and it costs them real money.In this episode of Auction Is Action, Bobby D. breaks down how to review last year’s revenue ...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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5:36
Why Great Auctioneers Don’t Talk Fast
Why do the best fundraising auctioneers often sound calmer, slower, and more intentional than everyone else in the room?In this episode of Auction Is Action, Bobby D. pulls back the curtain on what’s really happening behind the ...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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6:09
Starting the Year Off Right for Your Fundraising Gala
What you do at the beginning of the year will determine how successful your fundraising gala is — not what happens on event night.In this episode, professional fundraising auctioneer Bobby D. shares how nonprofits can set themselves up f...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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7:10
The Gala Checklist: 10 Things That Make or Break Your Fundraising Night
Your gala isn’t just an event — it’s the night that can fund your mission for the entire year.In this episode of Auction Is Action, professional fundraising auctioneer Bobby D. breaks down the 10 most important things every n...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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11:56
Top 10 Nonprofit Concerns in Fundraising Answered: You're not the only ones
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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10:55