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Engagement: It’s Not About You

Spark Consulting

People talked about engagement being the core of the association value proposition. I might have missed something, but nearly all the talk about engagement I hear was about scoring, tracking, and rewarding what the association values. We value committee service, so we give it a high score. You better believe it!

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Beyond Benefits: How to Foster Member Retention in 2025

CMA Solutions

Diversifying your approachwhether through online courses, white papers or conferenceskeeps members engaged and ensures long-term loyalty. 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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To Mentor or Not To Mentor

Smooth The Path

Member author book lists, blog lists, and link lists to member-written white papers and resources can all help members get the awareness they need. Podcasts, videos, and e-newsletter articles can shine a light on members. Staff can introduce members to each other. Many members are looking for a traditional mentoring program.

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The Hourglass Blog: Diagnosing the Problem

The Hourglass Blog

. + + + + + + + I said at the end of my last post that as Jeff and I began discussing the factors that prevent associations from making innovation an on-going priority, we’d see that associations face barriers in three key areas—culture, process and resources. And you know what? I was right.