September, 2023

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The Association Leader’s Strategic Guide to the Hybrid Work Galaxy

Association Adviser

Remote work is here to stay. That’s something we all can agree on, said 2023 ASAE Annual Meeting panelists Chip Flater of the American Counseling Association, George Rears, MBA, PMP, CSM, of Achurch Consulting, Mindy Saffer, LEED AP, of CRESA, and Erik Haas of designDATA. Where we go from here is to address the challenges […] The post The Association Leader’s Strategic Guide to the Hybrid Work Galaxy appeared first on Association Adviser.

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The Digital Horizon: Understanding ChatGPT for Associations

AssociationChat

It’s not like we weren’t paying attention to AI before ChatGPT. It’s just that generative AI, like ChatGPT, is different. Way different. And its capabilities have led to an onslaught of articles and chatter about the generative AI tech darlings Midjourney, DALL-E, and ChatGPT. What’s so different about generative AI? You know how every association is a nonprofit, but not all nonprofits are associations?

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8 Must-Read Newsletters for Association Leaders

Elevating Engagement

I’m delighted to be a part of this list of must-read newsletters for association professionals. If you like my newsletter feel free to share it with your friends and check out some other great newsletters below! - Amanda Lea Kaiser A version of this article was originally published by Lead Marvels. These are the newsletters association executives read to stay current on trends, insights, and opportunities for their organizations.

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The Real Estate of the Conference Namebadge (Part II: The Extras)

Aaron Wolowiec

Event Garde is a professional development consulting firm committed to lifelong learning—for ourselves, our community and those who attend the meetings we facilitate—believing in its ability to create well-connected leaders and to foster performance improvement.

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A New Look At Running Grants & Programs: Why Use A System When You Have Excel?

Speaker: Gareth Webb & Phil Selley, Founding Partners at Intouch Business

For many nonprofit organizations and NGOs, managing grants and monitoring projects with spreadsheets and manual processes feels familiar—but is it holding your organization back? As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.

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Are People Becoming Too Busy to Engage?

Elevating Engagement

Yup, I know that I left you with a bit of a cliffhanger in last week's article. It was all about our societal challenge with busyness. Why do members tell me they don’t engage? Time. They are too busy. Well, that’s depressing, isn’t it? How do we have even a speck of a chance against something as big as time? If the people we want to engage are too busy, they are too busy.

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A 90-Day Guide to Tech Infrastructure Assessment for Your Association

AssociationChat

One of the things that I hear from association execs when we start talking about technology needs is that they don’t know where to start. Their quest begins with an attempt at a list of tools collected by IT on a spreadsheet. This is often accompanied by an uncomfortable growing awareness that there is some tech – large, looming, possibly grotesque in their psyche – that they need to budget for.

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The Latest Association Community Benchmarks

Higher Logic

The post The Latest Association Community Benchmarks appeared first on Higher Logic. Higher Logic’s 2023 Association Community Benchmark Report is now available! Compare your association’s community activity and engagement performance for actionable insights. The post The Latest Association Community Benchmarks appeared first on Higher Logic.

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25 Free Skill-Building Webinars for September 2023 

MemberClicks

Every month, we compile the internet’s biggest list of free skill-building webinars. Thought-leaders, entrepreneurs and business owners are always looking for innovative ways to adapt to the challenges of working remotely, all while trying to grow their skills and projects. The webinars below cover a variety of skills, news, and advice to help. Topics include business strategy and innovations, thought leadership,business practices, HR, TED talks, economy, renewals, eCommerce, and DEI.

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What is an online course?

Disciple Media

In today’s digital age, the realm of education has been revolutionized. Online courses, which were once supplementary to traditional education, have now emerged as a primary source of learning for many. These courses provide flexibility, accessibility, and a wide range of options for students worldwide. So, what’s the buzz all about? What exactly is an online course?

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Find New Non-Dues Revenue Streams for Your Organization with This Free Guide

Struggling to generate revenue beyond membership dues? You're not alone. Our free guide, The Ultimate Guide to Non-Dues Revenue for Associations , offers practical strategies to help your organization boost financial health. Inside, you'll explore creative ways to generate income, including: Educational offerings tailored to your audience Event-based revenue opportunities Job boards that drive engagement and income Corporate sponsorship ideas A checklist to evaluate and strengthen your current a

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30 Post-Event Survey Questions (+ Why They Matter)

Wild Apricot

Looking for the perfect post-event survey questions to get feedback on your event? Here are 30 you can use as, well as some best practices for structuring your event survey.

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Why Your Association Should Get into the Microcredentials Business

WBT Systems

Given the demands any project puts on an association’s limited resources, there better be compelling arguments for pursuing a new line of business.

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Finding Data Insights: What Would You Do If You Knew?

Association Analytics

Finding insights and turning them into action is how associations stay relevant and valuable to members. And that’s what analytics is all about. Analytics sh.

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Association Brain Food: 9.29.23

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Request re career section on association website. Does your association have a career section for people curious about entering your industry or profession? I’m looking for examples for a post I’m writing. I love this page from SEMI about the semiconductor industry.

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Forecasting Failures Are Costly: Heres How To Fix Them

Speaker: Dave Sackett

Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty. To stay ahead, finance leaders must leverage a future-forward approach—one that leverages real-time data, predictive analytics, and continuous planning to drive smarter financial decisions.

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Examining the Build-to-Rent Phenomenon 

AvidXchange: Association Management

Build-to-rent (BTR) is a hot topic in real estate today. Many adjacent industries, including property management, community association management, construction and lending, are starting to see related impacts as well. AvidXchange recently hosted a webinar on build-to-rent trends , “The Build-to-Rent Revolution: Unlocking the Future of Housing.” Panelists included: Chelsa Fenner, Regional Vice President, Community Association Management Services (CAMS) John Azar, Founder and Managing Part

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The Time Is Now

Spark Consulting

Climate change and sustainability are increasingly in the news and showing up as a key topic for the association industry. Association execs are realizing that climate change is not just a moral imperative, it’s a business imperative. To quote ASAE from their well-attended webinar on this topic back in May: “Either as part of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives or looking at impact and legacy, associations are increasingly grappling with the role sustainability plays in suppo

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Giving Tuesday 2023: FAQ + How to Create a SMASH Campaign in 16 Steps

Wild Apricot

Here’s your all-in-one FAQ about Giving Tuesday and some key tips to rock your campaign for #GivingTuesday 2023!

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Join the Coalition Supporting the Use of 529 Savings Plans for Association Credentialing Programs

WBT Systems

Higher education has been under siege for their expensive degree programs with questionable real-world ROI.

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The Everyday Donor: Unlocking Prospecting Segments Through Behavior Analysis

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!

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Integrating a Community-Driven Approach through Targeted Engagement and User-Generated Content

Higher Logic

The post Integrating a Community-Driven Approach through Targeted Engagement and User-Generated Content appeared first on Higher Logic. Creating a loyal customer base requires a profound understanding of your customers’ needs, beyond the functionalities of your software. Here’s how to integrate a collaborative, community-driven approach through targeted engagement and user-generated content.

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Association Brain Food: 9.22.23

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Event recordings. TopClass LMS reviews the pros and cons of recording an educational event from both the attendee and association perspectives. Make sure you go through this list before making any decisions about recording upcoming events. Gen Z education. At Business Insider, Charlotte Lytton reports on research about Gen Z and education.

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Making the Case for Analytics to Secure Your Slice of the Budget Pie

Association Analytics

Data-driven decision-making isn’t just a trendy phrase; it’s here to stay and essential for any organization’s success these days. Especially in associations, analytics can provide invaluable insights, guiding strategies and shaping outcomes. However, the hurdle remains: how do you convince the powers-that-be to earmark a slice of the budget for analytics?

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Dreamforce 2023: 3 big takeaways for association professionals

Nimble AMS

Dreamforce 2023 was a blast! Our Nimble AMS team had a wonderful time connecting with all 200,000+ Salesforce trailblazers in San Franciso. Didn’t make it to #DF23? No worries! Our Nimble AMS trailblazers have three key takeaways for your organization. Dreamforce 2023 is over but the magic lives on. Catch #DF23 on-demand and discover all things Salesforce.

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2025 Association Survey Results Report

GrowthZone’s 11th annual survey highlights trends, challenges, and strategies shaping the membership industry through insights from U.S. and Canadian association professionals. Get your copy of the 2025 Association Survey Results Report to see how your organization measures up: The biggest challenges associations are facing Membership retention trends and non-renewal insights Strategies for automatic renewals and reinstatements Shifts in member engagement tactics Why members are joining (and sta

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How to Write A Donation Letter (+ Examples & Template)

Wild Apricot

Learn how to write the perfect donation letter by understanding the ins and outs of appeals, following simple best practices, and referencing these two stellar examples.

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The Pros and Cons of Recording an Event

WBT Systems

Recording an event—or not—is often an automatic action. Maybe your association always records educational events and shares the recording with attendees or sells it later. Or you rarely do because of the expense.

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How Informz Has Changed (and Using It to Transform Your Email Marketing) 

Higher Logic

The post How Informz Has Changed (and Using It to Transform Your Email Marketing) appeared first on Higher Logic. Informz (now Higher Logic Thrive Marketing Professional) has been the leader in email marketing for 20+ years. Learn how you can use it to automate and transform your marketing to engage members and prospective members. The post How Informz Has Changed (and Using It to Transform Your Email Marketing) appeared first on Higher Logic.

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Association Brain Food: 9.15.23

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Must-read newsletters. I was happy to see Association Brain Food in Lead Marvel’s list of eight must-read newsletters for association professionals. Curated reading lists are the best, right? So, let’s move on to the rest of your weekend reading. Credentialing support.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Finding Data Insights: What Would You Do If You Knew? – 10/4/23

Association Analytics

During this interactive session, you'll learn the most useful data insights to look for, what kind of data leads to those insights and how to take action.

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How to unlock the professional learning experiences your members seek

Aptify

Read on for tips and insights about why and how to deliver the professional learning experiences your members want. Learn how to unlock CE success with an Aptify & Crowd Widom LMS integration Join us for a 20-minute webinar on September 21 RSVP now Recent association trends research shows the importance of offering professional education opportunities to your members.

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The Best Social Media Tools for Nonprofits in 2023

Wild Apricot

These top social media tools will help your nonprofit grow your online presence, all while saving time and money.