>> What I like most about the field of development in general and in my job
in particular is sort of the mix of I do a lot of logistical
and organizational strategy setting kind of like at the computer behind the scenes type of work.
But it's really mixed up with a lot of external like going out and meeting community members.
Getting an understanding of the local economy.
Getting out into schools and actually like connecting to the mission on some level as well.
So for me it's a really nice mix of activities that I do on a daily basis.
I think one of the biggest challenges too is more [inaudible] working in the nonprofit sector
in general versus my specific function.
But one of the biggest challenges I've found throughout my career is just typically working
at nonprofit, especially I've worked at a lot of smaller nonprofits, is that the opportunities
for growth can be a little bit more limited.
So you know, there's only a staff of 23 in my office.
There are only three people on the development team so you know, there are only going to be
so many opportunities to find a promotion or to like stretch the sort
of opportunities I'm taking on on a regular basis.