Candid

MARCH 11, 2025

Our aim is to provide organizations the opportunity to evaluate their capacity and sustainability, while also encouraging them to look out across the sector to build coalitions to create systems change. We held live webinars and community office hours where applicants could ask questions.

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Achurch

AUGUST 5, 2024

Selection and implementation is only as successful as your project management tool adoption. Thoughtfully thinking through selection , implementation , and processes pave the way for staff project management tool adoption. Build a timeline Implementing a new tool is not a two day or even two-week project. Provide support (e.g.

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Achurch

JULY 9, 2024

Project management tools offer users more than large-scale projects management. They help many organizations manage processes as well. The Key Differences: Project and Process Management Project management and process management are closely related. Projects generally have a defined end date.

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 6, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community The health of an organization is directly proportional to the speed at which truth travels within it. Matt Locke at Attention Matters suggests three tactics for making your organization seem like a safe choice. Tax reform threat.

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

The entire process of r esearching, buying, and implementing new association management software (AMS) is a major job for any organization. How to identify the key stakeholders in your AMS project Before you can prepare for a successful AMS implementation, you’ll need to identify the vital stakeholders in your project.

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Delcor

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

On the first night of every Requirements Analysis course I teach at Georgetown University, I ask my students to discuss why technology projects sometimes fail. Over time, we’ve identified seven common causes of project failure. Communication is the most important soft skill required for project management.

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Nimble AMS

JULY 10, 2024

The same can be said for your organization, as it is making plans for its next association management software (AMS). Read our blog to begin preparing your organization for new technology today. To meet the technological needs of your organization and build your expert selection team, consider the following tips: 1.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

Sigh, another self-improvement project—almost complete. Fri 2/26 at 10 a.m.* – The Nonprofit Communications Engine (NYSAE Engagement Lounge). The Nonprofit Communications Engine is a framework designed to help nonprofit leaders and associations build, refine, and optimize their organization’s ability to communicate effectively.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JUNE 6, 2023

In the fast-paced world of event planning, strong project management from your key vendors is essential for success. Before joining VCC, I spent more than 20 years leading some of the best technical and event project managers in the large/complex housing and registration space.

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Aptify

JUNE 25, 2024

How can you continue to attract new members to your organization? For large associations and labor unions, membership recruitment is a never-ending project. Once you have some reliable information about your audience, analyze it for insights on how to grow membership in your organization. Know your value.

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Organization Recruitment Recruiting Software 138

Achurch

MAY 21, 2024

You know good project management processes and tools help teams meet goals, and encourage team synergy, collaboration, accountability, and innovation. Many organizations select project management tools without conducting any research. Below we outline 4 components to keep in mind when picking the right project management tool.

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Delcor

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Technology projects fail for a number of avoidable reasons. In part 1 of this series, I described four common causes of technology project failure. Why IT Projects Fail Lack of Leadership When projects run into trouble, the project team and stakeholders lose confidence in the project manager and the project’s ultimate success.

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Project Analysis Leadership Team 96

Achurch

JULY 9, 2024

You’ve selected a tool and now it’s time to start implementing your project management tool. Our expert tips for successful project management tool implementation. Do you need to: Streamline communication? Organize workflows? Small projects might include a marketing campaign, annual membership renewal, or new job posting.

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Project Tools Tips Process 83

Achurch

APRIL 29, 2024

Regardless of your team’s or your organization’s size, you need a project management tool. In addition to having an acute awareness of a team’s skillset, we believe the key to an organization’s success is having a structured project management protocol in place. Keep your communication in one place. The culprit?

Project 83

Project Tools Process Team 83

Reid All About it

JUNE 11, 2021

Billhighway talked with Peter Houstle of Mariner Management and Christi Beatty of the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) who are working together on AGC’s chapter benchmarking project. Christi shared lessons learned so far, including five prerequisites for a chapter benchmarking project. Event budgets. Quick hits.

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Reid All About it

MAY 22, 2020

This series of 15-minute videos cover hot topics and issues related to 501c organization management. Learn about preparation tips for technical execution including audio and lighting recommendations, easy engagement activities, communicating to attendees, and content development best practices. No value, no project.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 25, 2023

Ethan Mollick thinks the ultimate winners on the AI playing field are organizations that create grimoires. Starkweather Association Services explains how to prepare your team for any project involving change , which is most projects these days. What is this witchcraft he speaks of? Change readiness. Middle managers.

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millennials Education Survey Certificate 370

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

AUGUST 20, 2024

We love to see nonprofit communications teams grow! I always do a little dance in my chair when someone in our community says they’ve been approved to hire a new comms team member. But then the question becomes, what should that new communications hire do? How should we write that job description?

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Communications Team Project Email Marketing 98

.orgSource

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Our 2024 Digital Trends Survey reveals that organizations that integrate these elements are better positioned to navigate uncertainty and seize opportunities in an era of transformation. Yet, our survey shows that many organizations lack a formalized approach to tackle todays challenges and prepare for tomorrow.

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Strategy Technology Case Study Innovation 88

Reid All About it

JULY 10, 2020

Community karma, baby. Communications. Take a look at Naylor’s 2020 Association Communications Benchmarking Report , an in-depth look at the communication challenges associations currently face, including issues related to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. The only thing constant in our industry is change.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

But community and labor leaders, housing and other advocacy groups, and environmental justice organizations are fighting back. There’s a push from the ground up to strengthen civic participation, increase affordable housing, and secure resources for schools and communities.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 7, 2025

Resilient organizations dont just adapt; they thrive by proactively leveraging disruption as an opportunity. Create a Culture of Strategic Thinking: Encourage strategic decision-making across all levels of your organization. It defines how an organization responds to disruption, embraces change, and encourages innovation.

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Innovation Survey Strategy Technology 88

Reid All About it

JUNE 28, 2024

In recent years, thousands of entrepreneurs and for- and non-profit organizations started online learning businesses. In organizing two Ven-Cons , 501Works has demonstrated their commitment to improving association and AMS partner relationships. LMS selection. The learning management system (LMS) market has exploded in response.

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Reid All About it

JULY 2, 2021

It comes from a group of legal vendors who met late last year “to explore the current state of legal industry conferences and discuss ways they might partner with conference organizers to build a better experience for all.” Wes Trochlil suggests how to tackle a big data cleanup project —one bite at a time. Community Case Studies.

Technology 370

Technology Strategy Education System 370

Reid All About it

APRIL 10, 2020

Event communications. MemberSuite suggests rethinking your normal promotional communication style when marketing a new virtual event. They also suggest ideas for communicating with people who registered for your cancelled event and other event stakeholders and provide advice on event FAQ page content. Organizer: Better Meetings.

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North Carolina Content Montana Revenue 74

.orgSource

DECEMBER 23, 2024

However, most organizations are still exploring where and how to implement AI effectively. Build Transparency : Reassure members by openly communicating the measures youre taking to protect their information, building trust and confidence. As you plan, consider taking a deeper look into your organizations readiness for these trends.

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How To Survey Video Tools 88

.orgSource

JANUARY 21, 2025

At.orgSource, we specialize in helping associations turn vision into action by creating practical, future-ready roadmaps that empower organizations to thrive. A shared vision ensures alignment and buy-in across the organization. Assess your organizations readiness for excellence with our Future-Ready Survey.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

Fri 9/18 at 10 a.m.* – Member ROI Simplified: Safeguarding Your Organization’s Future. The most important method for safeguarding your organization’s future is to research, embrace, and maximize your Member ROI. This series of 15-minute videos cover hot topics and issues related to 501c organization management.

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Montana Certificate Conference Education 351

Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Association Adviser’s annual Association Benchmarking Report begins with an interesting look at association communication challenges and trends over the past 12 years Naylor has published this report. That explains the interest in communities like Non-Dues-A-Palooza and Professionals for Association Revenue. Event design.

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Revenue Education Innovation Strategy 281

Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

They especially get in the way when you’re leading up a project, so thankfully WBT Systems suggests 11 catalysts for cross-departmental collaboration. Check out this 15-minute web series covering hot topics and issues related to 501c organization management. Organizer: ASAE Greater Washington / National Capital Community.

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West Virginia Washington DC Revenue 360

.orgSource

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Limited Integration Between Systems : If your CRM, email marketing, and membership databases dont communicate with each other, you may be missing opportunities for efficient, personalized member engagement. Upgrade or Modernize : Consider upgrading to cloud-based, flexible solutions that can grow with your organization.

Technology 88

Technology Member Engagement Tools System 88

Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Wes Trochlil at Effective Database Management describes the benefit of belonging to an AMS users group : you can “tap tens if not hundreds of other organizations that are using the same or similar software.” If your association has a website redesign project on the horizon, there’s no need to ask for RFP samples on ASAE Collaborate.

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LMS Education Revenue Strategy 275

Reid All About it

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Competing against niche professional organizations, membership and conference revenue has “slowed to a trickle.” The organization’s outgoing treasurer describes the financial situation as “dire.” They share a bunch of good ideas for onboarding, flexible work schedules, employee perks, recognition, and communication. CMP credit.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

OCTOBER 15, 2024

You are already working in nonprofit communications and marketing. Below, we outline the nonprofit communications and marketing training plans we recommend here at Nonprofit Marketing Guide (NPMG). How do you move up in your nonprofit marketing career?

Communications 81

Communications Marketing Project Content 81

Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Gain tips and tools to become more strategic, think more strategically and, even more importantly, communicate strategically. Learn how one association used personalized communications to gather data that boosted member retention, non-dues revenue, and year-round member engagement. Are you focusing on the right projects?

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LMS Revenue Certificate Content 270

.orgSource

JANUARY 14, 2025

While many organizations aspire to achieve excellence, few take the time to evaluate their readiness for the journey. This blog highlights the essential areas you should evaluate to future-proof your organization and move confidently toward excellence. Culture: Is Your Organization Built for Adaptability and Innovation?

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Member Engagement Strategy Tools Technology 88

Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Got a writing project ? I usually work with association industry partners on blog posts, case studies, and other content marketing pieces , but am open to learning about other interesting projects outside that scope. Member app. 1 CAE credit.

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