Spark Consulting

JULY 22, 2016

I’ve been blogging about association management since 2008 – and I was far from the first one into the pool. Arianna Rehak, Association Success (online community with blogging component). Maggie McGary, Mizz Information. Eric Lanke, Eric Lanke blog. Celisa Steele, Leading Learning podcast.

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The Journal by EXEC

JANUARY 11, 2023

Image Credit: Planable The internet is brimming with information and resources on just about every topic you can think of. With an endless array of knowledge at our fingertips, blogs are one of the most utilized forms of communication, marketing, and brand building — you just need to decipher which of these blogs is best worth your time.

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GrowthZone

JANUARY 10, 2023

A lead magnet is something of value, like a cheat sheet, a checklist, a guide, or a calendar–something you could sell for a small amount of money, but you’re giving it away for free in exchange for contact information, their e-mail address, and permission to e-mail them. The post [GUEST BLOG] Why Didn’t You Tell Me?

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Wild Apricot

SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

Here is a collection of information, tips and advice to help get your membership blog off to a great start this fall. Blogging membership'

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Associations Now

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

Considering adding a blog to your association website? It’s a modern-day conundrum: Should your organization be blogging? According to Claire Axelrad on the Bloomerang blog , the answer is a wholehearted yes. Blogging also strengthens the relationship between your association and its audience—especially prospective members.

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Mizz Information

OCTOBER 3, 2018

Working on the blogging part, because I still think there’s value in blogging and I still have a lot to say, even after a decade. In the meantime, though, I’ve added a new feature to Mizz Information–a community ! So far not a ton going on, but that’s probably because you’re not there yet : ).

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Ungrated

MAY 18, 2023

Day two of the 2023 CAI Annual Conference and Exposition: Community NOW introduced attendees to the first set of conference education sessions to inspire and inform. ” The post Community NOW Day 2: Conference education sessions inspire, inform attendees appeared first on Ungated: Community Associations Institute Blog.

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Ungrated

MAY 18, 2023

Day two of the 2023 CAI Annual Conference and Exposition: Community NOW introduced attendees to the first set of conference education sessions to inspire and inform. ” The post Community NOW Day 2: Conference education sessions inspire, inform attendees appeared first on Ungated: Community Associations Institute Blog.

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YourMembership

JANUARY 16, 2012

YourMembership.com Blog. Unclogging Your Blog. Eighty-percent of companies (who start blogs) never post more than five blog entries. Abandon ship and simply leave the blog out there as a reminder of their own lack of follow-through, manpower and/or strategy. What is so incapacitating about a blog?

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GrowthZone

JULY 21, 2021

For more information on going hybrid for your association’s next event, feel free to request a demo to speak to an OpenWater expert. . The post [GUEST BLOG] Why Going Hybrid is a “Must” for Associations and Chambers appeared first on GrowthZone. Now is the time for associations to consider going hybrid for their events.

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Mizz Information

OCTOBER 3, 2018

Working on the blogging part, because I still think there’s value in blogging and I still have a lot to say, even after a decade. In the meantime, though, I’ve added a new feature to Mizz Information–a community ! So far not a ton going on, but that’s probably because you’re not there yet : ).

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GrowthZone

JULY 26, 2017

There are simple things to keep in mind that can make all the difference in whether a blog post gains traction. When blogging: Be Helpful, Instructional, Compelling, Interesting, and Entertaining. By focusing on one tactic every time you blog, you will soon be utilizing a rage of blogging techniques that will benefit your organization.

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MemberClicks

JUNE 3, 2020

The following blog post was written by Elizabeth Weaver Engel, MA, CAE, Chief Strategist at Spark Consulting and Hilary Marsh, Chief Strategist at Content Company. We are all overwhelmed by information these days. Context is especially important for professional information. You are a trustworthy source of information.

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Association Success

AUGUST 13, 2020

As someone who oversees blog content creation in my full-time job and freelance writes on the side, I know from experience that once you hit a bad patch of writer’s block, it can be really tough to brainstorm new ideas that feel interesting and fresh. Regardless of what you blog about, you’ve probably been doing it for a while.

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Wild Apricot

MAY 25, 2011

Should your non-profit or member organization have a blog? A blog offers an opportunity for you to share information and connect with existing supporters as well as attracting new members, supporters, volunteers or donors.( It’s a question of broadcast versus engagement. read more ).

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Associations Now

JULY 12, 2019

The content includes practical cleaning tips as well as safety information. In 2017, ACI created a consumer-facing blog with content that offers practical tips and safety information about household cleaning products. The information we share is designed to help people to clean easier, smarter, and more effectively.”.

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Nimble AMS

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Check out our blog for the top four Salesforce Winter ‘25 product updates and learn how your organization can take advantage of these powerful new features. This helps your staff identify important information at a glance, boosting efficiency. Subscribe to the Nimble AMS blog to never miss an update!  Subscribe today

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Multiview

DECEMBER 7, 2023

These reports enable associations to identify opportunities and threats, develop strategies, make informed decisions, and advocate for members' interests in policy discussions, highlighting their importance in understanding industry shifts that could impact businesses.

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 9, 2010

Admit it, you like reading blogs, don’t you? A blog provides news, information and thought-provoking ideas – a professional development trifecta. A blog provides news, information and thought-provoking ideas – a professional development trifecta. Google loves blogs and their keyword-rich pages.

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Wild Apricot

JANUARY 26, 2011

We launched a Wild Apricot Blog Reader Survey to find out what type of information would help small membership-based organizations thrive in 2011. If you want to have a look at what our Blog followers told us - here is an overview of our survey results.( read more ).

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Multiview

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Associations, as caretakers of sensitive member information, must take proactive measures to safeguard their data from potential breaches and unauthorized access. In today's hyperconnected digital world, data security is of paramount importance.

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Higher Logic

JUNE 14, 2018

That’s a little harder to do when it comes to resources, so we wanted to make it easier for you and create a trusty list of blogs and podcasts that we follow for updates about communities and marketing automation. Their blog will also often highlight findings from their detailed reports, such as the State of Community Management 2018.

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Socious

DECEMBER 8, 2016

When you started your customer community, you created the content, wrote the blogs, and encouraged your customers and prospective customers to join. You need to moderate discussion forums and ensure that there’s a constant flow of information and engagement opportunities. How to Set Up Customer-Created Blogs in Your Online Community.

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Association Analytics

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

To learn more about calculating your retention, check out our blog. To learn more about member engagement best practices, check out this blog. Click here for more information about our full range of services. Your association should create consistent values to accurately calculate your retention rate.

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Nexus Marketing

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The titles, headings, subject matter, and links included in our content show Google that the names and websites associated with it are trustworthy, reliable providers of helpful information. The post What are the Benefits of Receiving Nexus Content for Your Blog? Apply today! appeared first on Nexus Marketing.

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Association Analytics

AUGUST 7, 2024

From successfully converting non-member audiences into members, to your membership engagement strategy, to events and non-dues revenue, data can inform every step along the way. This blog post will break down the essential steps for aligning KPIs with strategic goals and designing dashboards to monitor and share performance.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 8, 2011

I’ve been a busy blogging bee lately. Here are a few of my posts on other blogs. Sources for news, information and knowledge were limited when I first entered the association management industry, but now, thanks to social media, options for learning are unlimited. I suggested he blog about his decision. Read more….

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 4, 2011

On my Grabbing the Gusto blog, there are three new chicken recipes to check out – blueberry chipotle , Milanese and rosemary walnut. Meaty Blog Posts. Every week I write a blog post for my client Avectra , an association management software and online community platform vendor. Tasty Recipes.

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Mizz Information

OCTOBER 24, 2011

Mizz Information. Blogging and Busy-ness. I love writing, which is why I love blogging. Which is why it makes me sad when life gets too busy to keep up with this blog, let alone my personal "fun" blog. When I started blogging over six years ago, it was for pure enjoyment. Follow this blog.

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Wild Apricot

JANUARY 13, 2010

Someone was asking about "microblogs" the other day, whether Posterous.com is a platform that small nonprofits should be looking at, and how it might be used by organizations that already maintain a blog on their website. Tags: Blogging Non-profit Communications Non-profit technology nptech social media Social networking. read more ).

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Reid All About it

APRIL 26, 2011

My recent posts on other blogs — Avectra, Socialfish and SmartBlog Insights – include: Member Communication: Have It Their Way. Before you make decisions about what you’re not going to do, ask your members how they like to receive information. The folks at TMG’s Engage blog explain the Times’ new metered approach.

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Associations Now

JANUARY 20, 2017

ILA is using this information to focus its attention on the issues that matter most. The survey gives us a way to inform the content we put together for members, expands their knowledge, and gets us all probing more deeply,” said Executive Director Marcie Craig Post. It shines a light on “who’s informing what matters.

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Membersuite

JUNE 21, 2016

It may seem like blogs are taking over the world. Everywhere you look, blogs, blogs, and more blogs. Blogs are one of the best ways to informally communicate with a broad audience. Think blogging doesn’t apply to you? Blogging FAQs. You may be wondering what this has to do with associations?

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Multiview

AUGUST 2, 2023

We've debunked some of the most common marketing misconceptions below, giving you the information you need to reach your organization's goals. Unfortunately, marketing myths spread like wildfire, making it a little more difficult to put together a winning association marketing strategy.

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Multiview

OCTOBER 19, 2023

How could they have not been informed of inter-workings of the organization? You call an immediate board meeting to discuss everything in more depth only to discover that the board is in the blind, as well. Why didn’t the board know?

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Multiview

AUGUST 16, 2023

It needs to be engaging and informational so that prospective members know who you are but leaves room for curiosity. The idea behind the elevator pitch is simple: a brief description of your organization that can be delivered in the time it takes to ride an elevator (about 1-2 minutes).

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Mizz Information

JULY 11, 2015

Mizz Information has moved (again). This site isn't going anywhere (for now) but new Mizz Information posts will be going on MizzInformation.com. This blogging thing is no joke.but apparently I can't just walk away from it so I hope you'll continue the journey with me over on the new Mizz Information. Long story short.

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