Overview

What happens when the most powerful word in the world is the one you're too afraid to say? In Joni Mitchell Called Me Ugly, Timothy Boynton takes readers on an unforgettable journey from the wings of Broadway to the boardrooms of major philanthropy, revealing how one bold ask at a time transformed his life, his career, and the lives of countless others. Part memoir, part masterclass in persuasion, this book is a behind-the-scenes look at the art of connection. Through humorous missteps, deeply personal moments, celebrity encounters, and record-breaking fundraising stories, Boynton shows that the real magic lies not in perfection, but in courage, authenticity, and timing. Along the way, readers meet the mentors, donors, artists, and everyday heroes who taught him that meaningful change is born from relationship, trust, and the willingness to be seen. More than a guide to fundraising, this is a blueprint for life. Whether you're asking for a donation, an opportunity, forgiveness, or love, Boynton offers practical tools, storytelling wisdom, and reflection prompts designed to help you move through fear and into action. At its heart, Joni Mitchell Called Me Ugly is about finding your voice, honoring your story, and discovering that sometimes the bravest thing you can do is simply ask.

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""Tim Boynton does more than teach the art of the ask-he awakens something in you. These pages ignite courage, purpose, and the unmistakable urge to rise to the life you were meant to live."" Juliana Margulies, Emmy & Golden Globe Winning Actress, ER and The Good Wife

Author Information

TIMOTHY BOYNTON is an award-wining healthcare philanthropist, senior executive, and creative force who has helped raise more than $200 million for mission-driven organizations. He currently serves as Senior Vice President and Chief Development Officer and Chief PR and communications officer at Lakeland Regional Health, where he has led transformational fundraising campaigns. Before stepping into the world of healthcare philanthropy, Boynton built his career on Broadway where he worked behind the scenes as a personal assistant to writers and producers. That unlikely bridge between the arts and philanthropy shaped his distinctive ability to connect, persuade, and inspire. Since then, his work has earned international recognition, including honors from Modern Healthcare and the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy as one of the world's leading fundraisers. His path has been supported and inspired by some of today's most influential voices in film, music, and theater, including Jay Leno, Brooke Shields, Trisha Yearwood, Molly Shannon, and Julianna Margulies, several of whom have offered words of encouragement and endorsement along his journey. Boynton is known not only for the scale of his success, but for the heart behind it. His approach to fundraising is rooted in genuine relationships, trust, communication, and the bold belief in the power of the ask. He believes that generosity is not simply about money, but about courage, vulnerability, timing, and connection. Through his book, Joni Mitchell Called Me Ugly, he invites readers into the real stories, humorous missteps, and transformative moments that shaped him, offering both inspiration and practical tools for anyone ready to step into their voice, ask for what they want, and create impact in their world. He lives in Florida with his husband, Alvin, and their beloved dog, Piglet, and continues to blend his passion for the arts, storytelling, and community advancement in everything he creates.

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