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The Argument Against Paying Development Professionals Based on Amount of Funds Raised

Few topics generate more heated discussion in non-profit organizations than whether development professionals (staff or consultants) should be paid a percentage of the money raised, receive commission-based compensation, or be paid a performance bonus. Two things are becoming more and more apparent; the practice is increasing and the practice is troubling the development profession. This article discusses why the practice should not be used.