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Topics That Struck a Chord with the Association Community in 2023

WBT Systems

Reviewing our social media analytics for the past year, several blog posts obviously struck a chord with our followers.

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Board Committee 101: How to Increase Their Impact in Your Organization

MemberClicks

Board committees are an important part of your nonprofit organization. They help advance initiatives when your general board is not available to meet or don’t have the resources to tackle a problem. They also help improve your board’s effectiveness by bringing their own specialized knowledge and perspective and making strategic recommendations to improve your organization as a whole.

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Are AI and EI an Odd Couple? Nope, Pairing Bytes With Behavior Is a Perfect Match

.orgSource

During 2023, I’ve written extensively about all things tech, from digital transformation to MarCom strategies, and more recently AI. No matter what topic I choose, one idea persists. These electronic miracles are pointless unless they are grounded in strong values, positive emotions, and productive behavior. Human drivers center digital initiatives where they need to be—on people.

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4 Simple Ways To Harness the Awe Mindset For Team Motivation

Sidecar

Embracing awe in the office or on a job site might sound unconventional, but it's the hallmark of innovative leadership. Here’s how to instill this mindset in your work environment. The post 4 Simple Ways To Harness the Awe Mindset For Team Motivation appeared first on Sidecar.

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 As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.

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Top Tips for Using Social Media for Career Fair Promotion

YM Careers

Here are some top tips for career fair promotion that will help your association’s next career event succeed. The post Top Tips for Using Social Media for Career Fair Promotion appeared first on YM Careers by Community Brands.

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Expert Guide: Mastering the Art of Hosting a Panel Discussion

MemberClicks

Are you ready to dive into the world of panel discussions? Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, mastering this skill can set you apart in any field. From academic symposiums to business conferences, an effectively hosted panel discussion can be a game-changer. In this guide, you’ll learn every step needed to create an engaging, insightful event.

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15 Volunteer Recruitment Ideas for Year-Round Support

MemberClicks

Volunteers are critical for all types of organizations, from nonprofits to schools to membership organizations. They can help organizations fill staffing gaps, build excitement around an event, give hours toward supporting your mission, and so much more. There’s a good chance you’ve already benefited from the help of volunteers, but you might still have some questions on how to recruit more to your organization.

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Parking for Handicapped Individuals – Denying a Reasonable Accommodation is Costly

Association Alert

United States of America v. Aqua 388 Community Association 2023 WL 6890753 US Dist Ct., C.D. California (October 6, 2023) What you need to know: If a handicapped person asks for a parking spot to accommodate a disability, grant it unless you have a legal opinion that you don’t need to. Contesting a reasonable accommodation case can be time-consuming and expensive, even if you win.

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Top 10 Corporate Sponsorship/Partnership LinkedIn Posts of 2023

Bruce Rosenthal Associates

Bruce Rosenthal regularly posts on LinkedIn with advice, ideas, and strategies about creating successful corporate sponsorship and partnership programs that increase revenue and add member/constituent value.

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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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10 Worst Habits for Chapters

Aaron Wolowiec

Chapters are the heart and soul of many associations. Nothing is more important than incorporating good habits to help nurture both. Here’s our list of the 10 worst habits that are hurting chapters and chapter systems.

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10 AI Predictions to Look Out for in 2024

Sidecar

AI is becoming an integral part of our daily lives. How might this evolve in 2024? We’re taking a look at just that through Sidecar’s 10 AI predictions for 2024. Buckle up, because the future is here! We’re excited to see AI advance in 2024 and plan to reevaluate these predictions as the year goes […] The post 10 AI Predictions to Look Out for in 2024 appeared first on Sidecar.

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If You Read This Blog, You Need to Get into Our Community Now

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

If you read this blog regularly but aren’t yet in our free Nonprofit Marketing Guide community, the time to join is NOW ! Here’s why. Rather than sharing our traditional “Week of Freebies” here on the blog between Christmas and New Year’s Day, we are sharing them in the community only. These resources are typically only available to All-Access Pass holders, but for a limited time, we are making them open to all in the community.

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A Half-Dozen Ways to Improve Your Association’s Sponsorship Program

Bruce Rosenthal Associates

Associations want sponsorships to be a win for the association and its members. However, association staff and boards are often concerned that corporate sponsors will overstep the boundaries or be too salesy. Resolutions to this dilemma are in my article, A Half-Dozen Ways to Improve Your Associations Corporate Partnership Program and Advance Your Association.

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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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Vision Before Strategy: A Nonprofit’s Guide to Defining Success

Blue Avocado

Defining the desired outcome and what constitutes success in measurable terms helps stakeholders align their actions and priorities, ensuring that every effort is geared toward achieving this shared vision. The post Vision Before Strategy: A Nonprofit’s Guide to Defining Success appeared first on Blue Avocado.

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[Sidecar Sync Podcast Episode 10]: Ten AI Predictions in 2024

Sidecar

Show Notes In this special edition episode, Amith and Mallory delve into the future of AI with a discussion on 10 AI predictions for 2024: Thanks to this episode’s sponsors! Tools/Experiments mentioned: Social: Amith Nagarajan: Greetings, everybody. We're here back again to [00:02:00] have another episode of the Sidecar Sync. We've got […] The post [Sidecar Sync Podcast Episode 10]: Ten AI Predictions in 2024 appeared first on Sidecar.

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The Role Of Surveys In Improving Member Satisfaction & Retention

The Journal by EXEC

Members stand at the core of an organization’s success, pulsating life into its framework. These members, in fitness clubs, professional associations, or elite councils, are the critical stakeholders, sustaining operations, enhancing credibility, and driving growth. With such profound significance, it becomes paramount for organizations to understand their members deeply, gauging their needs, aspirations, and occasional discontent.

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Use These 12 Words to Create Better Sponsor Relationships

Bruce Rosenthal Associates

What are the 12 words that will create better relationships when you talk with your corporate sponsors and partners? Were not selling sponsorships today; lets talk about your companys marketing goals. Here is the reaction I get when I begin conversations with corporate executives using these 12 words: —Sigh of relief. (The association isnt going to ask us to be a Gold or Silver sponsor for their upcoming event.) —A willingness to share.

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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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Top Tips for Using Social Media for Career Fair Promotion

YM Careers

Here are some top tips for career fair promotion that will help your association’s next career event succeed. The post Top Tips for Using Social Media for Career Fair Promotion appeared first on YM Careers by Community Brands.

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Three Companies Want to Sponsor the Same Thing! Oh no!

Bruce Rosenthal Associates

What to do when three companies want to sponsor the same component at the associations annual conference? This question was posted on ASAE Collaborate with an idea about auctioning off the lanyard sponsorship to the highest bidder. The value of lanyard sponsorships at conferences is unique to each company. When I managed an association’s sponsorship program, there was a company that always wanted (and received) the lanyard sponsorship.

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Quarterly Engagement Articles Feature Sponsorship Best Practices

Bruce Rosenthal Associates

Combining their extensive years of experience in corporate support and corporate partnership, Lori Zoss Kraska, MBA, CFRE of Growth Owl, LLC and Bruce Rosenthal of Bruce Rosenthal Associates, LLC have come together to share insights and best practices with a series of Quarterly Engagement Action Items. Kick off Your Q2 2023 with These 4 Corporate Engagement Action Items Kick Off Your Q3 2023 by Learning the Top 5 Findings from Corporate Sponsor Interviews Kick Off Your Q4 2023 by Learning 5 More

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