November, 2020

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How to Create a Member Referral Program that Actually Works

Wild Apricot

The most effective way to get new members is by asking your current members to refer a friend. Here's how to take advantage of this by setting up a member referral program.

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8 Irresistible Member Benefits for Associations to Offer in 2021

Higher Logic

The post 8 Irresistible Member Benefits for Associations to Offer in 2021 appeared first on Higher Logic. As we head into 2021 and anticipate another year of virtual working, you’re no doubt looking for new member benefits to drive member value and engagement to support retention and acquisition – try these. The post 8 Irresistible Member Benefits for Associations to Offer in 2021 appeared first on Higher Logic.

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6 Steps to Successful Virtual Event Planning

Eplys

When planning a major event or conference, it’s best to investigate all of the ways you can maximize your event’s success. Many people and organizations have heard of a virtual event, but have no idea how to pull one off. If you count yourself among them, then these 6 Steps to Successful Virtual Event Planning are sure to set you on the right course to planning and maximizing the success of your event!

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11 Predictions About the Future of Work & the Role of Associations

WBT Systems

11 Predictions About the Future of Work & the Role of Associations. Read more about 11 Predictions About the Future of Work & the Role of Associations.

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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 As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 11.20.20

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… 86 “normal,” please. Joy S. Davis, CAE, who works at the American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists, said: “I need to operate now and look forward, not try to claw may way back to ‘normal.’ The ‘normal’ we know is history. And I have to ask, do we really want to repeat it?

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40 Free Nonprofit Webinars for December 2020

Wild Apricot

Every month, I compile the internet's biggest list of free nonprofit webinars. As we get closer to the new year, it's time for nonprofits to take all we learned in 2020 and start planning for a successful 2021. This month, nonprofit experts are offering.

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Online Communities of Practice: A How-to Guide with Pragmatic Institute

Higher Logic

The post Online Communities of Practice: A How-to Guide with Pragmatic Institute appeared first on Higher Logic. Can’t-miss advice from Georgina (Cannie) Donahue, Director of Community at Pragmatic Institute! She’s sharing how she planned, designed, and launched their online community of practice, with takeaways for each stage. The post Online Communities of Practice: A How-to Guide with Pragmatic Institute appeared first on Higher Logic.

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How to increase registration for your virtual events

Association Success

The pandemic has changed how associations fulfill their missions and serve their members. While some associations have struggled with the change, many are rising to the challenge. . Take, for example, the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians. ACOFP had a 90% attendance rate for its virtual conference, ACOFP ’20 Virtual, which the organization created to replace its annual in-person convention.

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Making the Case for Online Education to Association Decision-Makers

WBT Systems

Making the Case for Online Education to Association Decision-Makers. Read more about Making the Case for Online Education to Association Decision-Makers.

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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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Association Brain Food Weekly: 11.13.20

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Looking forward. The Association Laboratory Research Alliance invites association executives to participate in the Looking Forward 2021 study. Participants receive complimentary access to a customizable dashboard allowing you to view the data and download a unique report to guide you, your staff and volunteer leadership.

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Indigenous land acknowledgments as forms of appreciation, not appropriation.

Aaron Wolowiec

Creating and using land acknowledgement statements can be a concrete step toward bringing historical and contemporary oppression of Indigenous people into present consciousness. They can communicate appreciation and honor those whose land you now stand on. However, they can also show up as cultural appropriation or modern-day colonization.

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38 Free Nonprofit Webinars for December 2020

Wild Apricot

Here are all the free nonprofit webinars happening in December 2020 that the Internet has to offer.

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10 Online Community Engagement Tactics You Can Steal

Higher Logic

The post 10 Online Community Engagement Tactics You Can Steal appeared first on Higher Logic. Check out ten of our favorite activities you can use to spark engagement in your online community. The post 10 Online Community Engagement Tactics You Can Steal appeared first on Higher Logic.

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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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Your Virtual Events Have Value. Stop Making Them Free!

Membersuite

Do you know the message you're sending when you make your virtual events free? Avoid relaying the wrong message to your members and community - your virtual events have value, here's why you should stop making them free.

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Launching a Certification in the Midst of a Crisis: A Brilliant or Berserk Idea?

WBT Systems

Launching a Certification in the Midst of a Crisis: A Brilliant or Berserk Idea? Read more about Launching a Certification in the Midst of a Crisis: A Brilliant or Berserk Idea?

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 11.6.20

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Un-hybrid conference. At some point in 2021, associations will switch from virtual-only conferences to hybrid conferences. Or will they? Can you imagine planning and producing two simultaneous conference experiences—one for on-site attendees and one for the virtual audience?

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Gardian of the Month: Kelly Clark

Aaron Wolowiec

Kelly Clark, Manager for Online Marketing for Naylor Association Solutions, is our Gardian of the Month.

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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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How to Prepare a Nonprofit Fundraising Plan

Wild Apricot

Creating a fundraising plan is one of the best things nonprofits can do to reach their goals. Here are the steps that go into creating the most effective one possible and a template to help you get started.

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Put Members First: Become More Member-Centric In 2021

Higher Logic

The post Put Members First: Become More Member-Centric In 2021 appeared first on Higher Logic. How you approach your members moving forward will impact your association’s future outlook. Aim to be the Slack or Amazon or Netflix of associations in 2021 by taking a member-centric approach. The post Put Members First: Become More Member-Centric In 2021 appeared first on Higher Logic.

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Increase Membership by Creating a Culture of Innovation

Membersuite

Don’t let up on innovation - continue experimenting and improving member benefits. We’re in different times now and associations that experiment are the associations that thrive. Here's how a culture of innovation increases membership.

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4 Ways Event and Learning Data Can Help Your Association Achieve Its Goals

WBT Systems

4 Ways Event and Learning Data Can Help Your Association Achieve Its Goals. Read more about 4 Ways Event and Learning Data Can Help Your Association Achieve Its Goals.

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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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What associations can learn from Disney’s simple core purpose

Association Success

Associations might be the original purpose-driven organizations. . For centuries, associations have brought professionals together to forge connections and share valuable information. This time-honored tradition has held true from 1560, when scholars and teachers gathered to form Naples’ Academia Secretorum, all the way through the present day. . A lot has changed since associations’ earliest moments.

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Why Gratitude is an Essential Leadership Skill

Aaron Wolowiec

Gratitude is a powerful – yet often underappreciated and underutilized – leadership skill that can transform your organization. Studies have linked gratitude to happiness, improved health, resiliency, stronger relationships and heightened productivity – even better sleep. So when you cultivate a thankful culture within your organization, you’re creating an environment where your team can thrive.

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4 Ways to Make the Most Out of Your Donor Data

Wild Apricot

One of your nonprofit’s most valuable resources is your donor data. Here are four ways to make the most of it to effectively understand and engage your supporters.

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Online Community Engagement is Essential: COVID-19 Makes That Clear

Higher Logic

The post Online Community Engagement is Essential: COVID-19 Makes That Clear appeared first on Higher Logic. The benefits of building a community around your brand aren’t limited to a pandemic – forward-looking organizations were investing in online community engagement before COVID-19. The post Online Community Engagement is Essential: COVID-19 Makes That Clear appeared first on Higher Logic.

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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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Now You Have Much More Freedom, What Are You Going to Do?

Smooth The Path

Kids can’t play with their friends. Parents are juggling homeschool and jam-packed work schedules. Organization and household budgets are getting squeezed. Workdays are blending into weekends. The worry and the monotony are a bit depressing. Here in the northern hemisphere, winter is coming. Things look bleak. At the same time, we have never had more freedom.

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A Hybrid Conference Alternative for Overwhelmed Event & Education Teams

WBT Systems

A Hybrid Conference Alternative for Overwhelmed Event & Education Teams. Read more about A Hybrid Conference Alternative for Overwhelmed Event & Education Teams.

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4 LMS features worth having

Association Success

While in-person training is a fantastic way to build community and transmit information to employees and members, they’re expensive and labor-intensive to produce. Throw in a global pandemic and in-person training becomes less ideal. That’s where an LMS, or learning management system, comes in. An LMS can significantly reduce costs while allowing organizations to create training courses and educational materials at scale. .

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