Association Navigator

AUGUST 15, 2016

The question of association value comes up over and over again. Business leaders frequently ask their representative on an association board or committee to justify the expense of their association participation. Participation Costs – travel and time away from work. Participation can be expensive.

Certificate 100

Certificate Cost Guidelines Association Value 100

Smooth The Path

MARCH 11, 2021

Because of these high costs and the transactional nature, exhibitors and sponsors can’t help but focus on the ROI on every event. .” They know that the sometimes exorbitant fees they pay for exhibiting and sponsoring underwrite not only the event but oftentimes the other benefits members receive as well.

Member Research 113

Member Research Cost Conference Industry 113

Smooth The Path

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

The value of my membership is bigger than the cost of my money and time. The value of my membership is apparent. My membership is of value to me now, it was valuable to me when I first joined, and it will still be valuable to me in a few years. The website looks good and is easily searchable. Registering is easy.

Member Engagement 103

Member Engagement Cost Conference Industry 103

Nimble AMS

APRIL 29, 2023

Does your association value technology and data-literacy? There is great financial value for software that offers continuous innovation. Modern AMS technology can save you significant costs on software upgrades. Become a data-driven organization. Continuous innovation.

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Technology Software Member Experience Innovation 100

Sequence Consulting

MARCH 26, 2021

A smarter approach is to lower dues for specific segments like students and young professionals who may be more cost-sensitive. However, lowering the cost alone doesn’t automatically make your membership more valuable in the eyes of potential members.

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Discount Cost Price Strategy 72

Eric Lanke

JULY 2, 2012

Most associations recognize the contributions of their outgoing chair some way. But over time, we have evolved a special approach to this tradition, one that is based not on what the association values, but what is valued by the individual. It takes more time and sometimes costs more money, but I think its worth it.

Member Engagement 100

Member Engagement Leadership Innovation Proposal 100

Smooth The Path

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Depending on the association it could be a new-to-the-profession academy, a webinar series, the mentor program, a research report, or any other benefit. These special associations have what I call an Association Value Trigger Point (AVTP). Are you curious to learn more?

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Member Engagement Industry Survey Member Research 79

CMA Solutions

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Create student and young professional tiers to engage the next generation at a lower cost. When you take the time to acknowledge their commitment through member recognition programs, it not only boosts their morale but also strengthens their connection to the association.

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How To Certificate Member Engagement Course 40

Association Adviser

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Tech innovations such as blogging and social media platforms allow associations to host low-cost, two-way communication forums. Communication channels such as blogs or social media accounts must have a “champion” monitoring and moderating them to remain a sustainable go-to source of industry and association information.

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Technology Social Media Press Release Maryland 60

Smooth The Path

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

They cost a fortune, rich people had them, and for a while now flip phones have been virtually free so everyone has one. What if we extend this framework to associations? I heard Tim O’Reilly , renowned technology trend spotter, talk about how he uses this framework to think about the future. Remember car phones?

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Innovation Cost Process Strategy 74

Smooth The Path

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Every time we ask for something from members, consider whether the association has built up enough trust to support the ask. Related: Delivering super low-cost exceptional member experiences. A new calculation leads to a better association strategy. Associations do not sell snake oil.

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Sample Member Experience Cost Tips 68

Protech

MAY 4, 2020

Understanding how each channel provides your association value in making those connections with members, potential prospects and the general public will help grow your revenue. . What CMS Functionalities do Members Expect? .

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Content System Discount Software 86

Sequence Consulting

MARCH 5, 2024

It became clear that this association was the only place all those different people could come together to solve problems. They alone could convene those kinds of curated, trusted environments, so much that their most exclusive work groups cost thousands of dollars, which members line up to pay. Ask yourself what doesn’t.

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How To Class Resources Association Value 72

Smooth The Path

MAY 2, 2019

Members are grateful for study groups, but some members cannot get to or afford the cost of study groups so they would appreciate receiving information about how to study independently. Members say it is fine to make the content difficult, but please make the instructions and questions simple and clear (seek out and destroy tricky wording).

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Certificate Course Cost Process 74

Smooth The Path

FEBRUARY 11, 2016

And then there are the members that don’t renew because they don’t think they are getting value. As they reflect on the year they didn’t get the value they expected or they didn’t get value worth the cost of the membership. Let’s add value you might be saying.

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Course Communications Review Cost 60

Membership Marketing

MAY 4, 2016

Whether you serve members in a trade association or individual membership association, value is something that members want to receive from you. Here are some examples of association sponsored research that members value either because it provides guidance to them or visibility to their profession.

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Sample Recruiting Recruitment Discount 40

Velvet Chainsaw

OCTOBER 6, 2014

Your conference and association value proposition is under attack! Education and networking are two benefits of conference attendance and association membership. Yet, education is being disrupted in major ways. Learning scrap is expensive and adversely impacts your competitive advantage.

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Conference Certificate Education Discount 40

CMA Solutions

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Here’s more reasons why it’s a game changer: Cost-Effectiveness: Digital marketing usually costs less than traditional methods like print ads or direct mail. Marketing tools like social media, email marketing and SEO can give you great results without breaking the bank.

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Recruiting Recruitment Strategy New Jersey 45

Tom Morrison

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

When an association gets back to the basics of why they exist: 1) Organize themselves 2) Coordinate their efforts 3) Leverage the costs over many 4) Build trust as a group 5) Do things together they can't do themselves effectively.they will begin to see member value, engagement, and loyalty start to grow to levels they never thought possible.

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MemberClicks

OCTOBER 4, 2022

As amazing as your member benefits and association values are, membership dues can be a roadblock for potential members. In this case, the “what” is joining an association to keep on top of trends. And while there are many ways that you can help tear down this roadblock (discounted fees, payment plans, grants, etc.),

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Tips Discount Social Media Price 52

Off Stage

JANUARY 20, 2011

Maybe there just WASNT $431 in association value once the MLS incentive was removed from the equation. “Thats not true in the case of our association. Cost does not equal value. Cost does not equal value. “Oh,” you say. I can total up the dollars of each benefit of membership.

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Associations Now

MAY 4, 2016

“I spent a lot of time trying to learn some of the intricacies of Excel to be able to do it in a cost-effective manner,” he says. The data Verbanic gathered revealed some key trends in CFMA’s membership that had only been roughly understood previously (if at all).

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Member Research Sample Industry Report 40

Slice-Works

JULY 10, 2014

Calling all Small Association Leaders: 5 Great Ways to Generate Real Membership Value and Growth. 5 strategies that only cost me time, effort and persistence. — eMembership—Low cost membership for members and the association both accessing content on their phones and tablets. Defining Your Association Value.

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Communications Marketing Conference Social Media 28

Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

What about the costs? Host: Personify Speakers: Wes Trochlil, president of Effective Database Management Tina Wehmeir, CEO at AMC Institute Megan Woodburn, Founder and Co-CEO at Strategic Association Management Erin Sullivan, VP of Marketing at Personify Tue 2/28 at 1 p.m. What method works best? More info/register. More info/register.

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Certificate Education Process Leadership 39

Leading Learning

JULY 2, 2020

Tuition costs remain high – too high for many adult learners – while the results they underwrite are arguably not what they should be. In my experience, there are a growing number of learning leaders at associations thinking in this way, but few have implemented a vision that is visible to their members and prospective members.

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Education Course Certificate Leadership 59