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Pricing Decisions for Education Programs: When Is Free Okay?

WBT Systems

Looking back, what do you think of these two decisions made by many associations during the early months of the pandemic?

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How to Get Donations Online: 18 Ways the Pros Are Doing It

Wild Apricot

Online donations are a great way to maximize your nonprofit’s time and resources while having a larger impact. However, with the volume of online content growing, capturing attention and keeping it is more difficult than ever. To help you grab.

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5 Books We’re Loving This Conference Season

Aaron Wolowiec

With the transition to in-person meetings and life back on the road, one of the most positive outcomes has been the ability to hear from and engage with colleagues, speakers, and authors in a way that doesn’t quite translate on screen. As a result, Aaron has been introduced to new topics and new books that he looks forward to learning more about. Following are the five books that most piqued his interest this conference season.

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Analysis and Action with Survey Data

Association Analytics

The post Analysis and Action with Survey Data appeared first on Association Analytics.

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2024 State of Customer Education Report

Customer education has become a key driver for growth, retention, and product adoption. Our latest 2024 State of Customer Education Report uncovers critical data and insights from a survey of over 200 industry leaders, offering a look at the evolving role of education in driving business success. Inside, you'll find data on key trends and strategies, including: Strategies for Scaling & Customization: Find out which investments in learning technology deliver the biggest ROI and scalability.

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A Strong Social Media Strategy Starts with the Basics

Association Adviser

Social media strategy is so much more than a posting a photo and replying to comments – it is both an art and a science. Having a strong strategy for social channels can bring awareness to your association, your message, and your mission. Social media is a key piece of your larger communications puzzle. Having […]. The post A Strong Social Media Strategy Starts with the Basics appeared first on Association Adviser.

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Feeling overworked? Modern association technology can lighten your workload.

Nimble AMS

As an association professional, do you feel like you’re working harder than you were a year ago? If you answered yes, you aren’t alone. . In the 2021 Association Trends Study from Community Brands, 78 percent of people who work at professional membership organizations say their staff is working more than they were a year ago. How will they address the increased workload?

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Analysis and Action with Survey Data – 11/17/21

Association Analytics

The post Analysis and Action with Survey Data – 11/17/21 appeared first on Association Analytics.

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Blueprint For A Profitable Career Center: Part 2

Association Adviser

An Association’s 14-Point Checklist of Top Features and Factors to Consider Before Purchasing an Online Career Center In part one of our two-part series, we outlined seven checklist points that associations should consider before implementing an online career center. This time, we unpack an additional seven vital areas to consider to make the best, informed […].

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Go Beyond the Challenge!

.orgSource

When I have a tough problem, my go-to for advice is often one of our corporate partners. For years, association leaders viewed their industry counterparts as more like distant cousins than family. Today we are beginning to understand that the companies we look to for sponsorship or service have another significant offering—They are an invaluable […].

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The Power of Community: Why a Branded Community is a Must-Have for Every Association

Ever wonder why brands like Apple, LEGO, and Sephora are going all-in on branded communities? It’s because online community building is the secret sauce to connecting with audiences in ways that ads and emails simply can’t. But here's the best part—it’s not just for big corporations. Associations can create thriving online communities too. GrowthZone’s eBook, "The Power of Community," breaks down exactly why a branded online community can be a game-changer for your association.

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How to Run a Multi-Channel Fundraising Campaign (Without Too Much Stress)

Achieve

Donors and potential donors are everywhere, and getting your message in front of as many people as possible is part of running a fundraising campaign. But how do you reach those donors on the multiple platforms they use without running yourself into the ground? In this article, you’ll learn how to run a multi-channel fundraising campaign as efficiently as possible.

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The ROI of Going Remote

Achurch

Managers are frequently asked to do more with less. Finding ways to gain a financial or talent “edge” is vital, particularly after so many felt the global pandemic’s harsh economic impacts. One of the top ways to obtain top talent and lower your bottom line is to adopt a remote workplace. Nuts and Bolts Savings. According to the State of Association Workplaces Post-Pandemic , when associations sat down and calculated the return on investment (ROI) of going remote, they found po

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Why Association Career Centers are More Important than Ever!

Association Adviser

The world has changed tremendously in just the last few years alone. As the digital age marches on, people are not only becoming acclimated to but also looking for seamless technological integration in every aspect of their lives. Considering the immediacy of smartphone apps like Amazon Prime along with the proliferation of job board apps, […].

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Togetherwork Acquires Protech Associates, the Leading Association Software Built on Microsoft Dynamics 365

Protech

COLUMBIA, Md. – November 3, 2021 – Togetherwork, the leader in integrated software and payments for managing communities, groups, and organizations, is excited to announce the acquisition of Protech Associates. . As the leading provider of Association Software built for the Microsoft Dynamics 365 platform, Protech has a history of deep customer relationships and strong growth.

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Boost Sponsorship, Exhibit, and Ad Revenue

Sales often gets a bad rep. Yet, if securing sponsors, advertisers, and exhibitors is part of your role, it’s essential. But what if it didn’t have to feel time-consuming, uncomfortable, or worse—icky? Join us for the 3-part virtual Sales Accelerator Labs , where customer experience and sales expert Carrie McIntyre will show you strategies to make sales easier, more effective, and dare we say, enjoyable!

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[Webinar]The Future Is Not as Simple as Just Going Hybrid

Velvet Chainsaw

Since the pandemic moved our event cheese, industry experts have been quick to proclaim that meetings are forever changed and hybrid is here to stay. If only it was that easy! Event organizers are quickly realizing that hybrid isn’t cheap and it requires a lot more work. While hybrid can improve reach, it does not necessarily serve your top customers.

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Strategic solutions: CAI offers public policy recommendations for high-rise safety

Ungrated

Structural integrity in high-rise communities has been at the forefront of discussion for CAI after the tragic partial collapse of Champlain Tower South condominium in Surfside, Fla., in late June. A newly released report details public policy recommendations that can provide solutions for legislators addressing high-rise building safety in their districts.

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Dancing with Our Members’ Amygdala

Smooth The Path

Since it seems like everyone wears their cell phone on their hip (or in their back pocket, or firmly grasped in their hand), a friend and I recently shared our neurotic fears when we text and don’t get a speedy reply. Here’s what happens to me: before I have a chance to control it, the sliver of my brain allocated to doomsday thoughts jumps in with a cheerful message that maybe, just maybe, the recipient is in a hospital somewhere.

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How Your Chamber Can Help Members Find Employees

GrowthZone

No, it’s not just your town or industry, right now businesses everywhere are struggling to find the help they need to run successfully. Job openings have nearly doubled over the past year, but they are not being filled. So, what can your association or chamber do to help your members find employees they can depend on? We have put together some strategies to help. 1.

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Recognition Powers High-Performance — If You Do it Right

Speaker: Radhika Samant and Todd Wuestenberg

Employee recognition has often been deemed a "feel-good" initiative, tied closely to rewards. While we understand its importance, we tend to associate recognition with intangible outcomes like engagement and sentiment, rather than direct impacts on retention and high performance. In today’s workplace, the true ROI of recognition lies in its ability to regenerate tangible, business-driven results.

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Better Because You Were There

Velvet Chainsaw

According to The New York Times , living with the pandemic “has pushed us to reckon with our deepest questions … [about] how we make meaning of our time on this earth.” In particular, COVID-19 has brought the issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion, social responsibility, and wellness to the fore. A number of our consulting clients have made social responsibility a cornerstone of their conference strategy — with the desire “to leave the host city better because we were there.

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Managing safety: Fannie Mae releases new project requirements for condos, co-ops

Ungrated

Last month, Fannie Mae released new project requirements for condominiums and housing cooperatives following the partial collapse of Champlain Tower South condominium in Surfside, Fla., in late June. The requirements, which become effective Jan. 1, apply to loans secured by units in high-rise buildings containing five or more attached units. The main points to prepare community associations for Fannie Mae’s new project requirements and subsequent requests from lenders and appraisers include: Uns

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A New Take on the Term “Member Journey”

Smooth The Path

Is the term “member journey” packed with the same kind of emotion that adventuresome journeys tend to evoke? Often the term, “member journey” refers to the path from joining to renewing (or not). But what if we think about the member journey in more human terms? Think about: the journey members take from being strangers to friends. navigating the twists and turns members experience in their squiggly careers. putting in the hard work to go from new member to mentor, thoug

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Tech Mergers and Acquisitions: Does Anyone Really Care?

AssociationChat

The Impact of Tech M&A on Associations. Why should people care when one tech company is acquired by another? . This interview features Kevin Bruffey, president of Protech and Pat McGlynn, general manager of Togetherwork’s associations business unit to talk about the recent acquisition of Protech by Togetherwork and what all of that means (and could mean) for the innovation of solutions, current customers and association professionals, and for the association industry as a whole.

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Unlock the Future of Learning Growth and Retention at Cognition24!

The annual Cognition virtual conference is back on October 16, and this year it’s FREE! You’ll enjoy: Inspiring Keynotes from top learning industry leaders, providing fresh perspectives to help you outperform the competition. Hands-on, Skill-Building Sessions to elevate your growth, retention, and product adoption strategies. Exclusive First Look at the latest innovations from Thought Industries, empowering you with tools to grow faster.

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Add Your Voice & Get Results Early

Mariner Management

VolunteerPro | Tobi Johnson & Associates has opened their annual global “state of the industry” survey and we’d like to get some association voices in the mix. This year’s survey will dig deeper into key themes such as … How COVID has impacted the current capacity levels for volunteers active around the world. The extent to which volunteer organizations have adopted diversity, equity, & inclusion (DEI) plans.

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Level Up Revenue & Retention From Events to 365

Association TRENDS

Go from a single event to immersive data-driven engagement that positions YOU for the future. This is a guide with strategic and tactical steps for consolidating technology and effort to benefit your organization & your members. No one wants to connect just three days a year. Too often, associations experience big peaks then major drop-offs as people lose connection to each other, to the education, and to your entire association.

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4 Essential Software for Associations (+ Top Providers)

MemberClicks

There are many technology options to make managing your association easier. Using membership management software tools helps you save time, stay organized, and better engage your members. Keeping up with the latest software for associations will keep your organization running smoothly and show your members that your services grow and change with the times.

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ASAE Voices Support for Pandemic Risk Insurance Act

AssociationChat

ASAE Voices Support for Pandemic Risk Insurance Act. Introduced by Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney. WASHINGTON — ASAE endorsed a bill introduced today by Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-NY) to create a federal backstop that will help cover losses resulting from a future pandemic or public health emergency. The Pandemic Risk Insurance Act of 2021 directs insurers to provide pandemic coverage for event cancellation losses – which is vital to the association community – among other important provisions.

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Unlock the Secrets to Building Community

Unlock the secrets to building strong communities and sustaining growth with GrowthZone’s “5 Pillars of Community” ebook. In today's digital era, fostering a sense of belonging is more important than ever. GrowthZone’s informative ebook will help you transform your association’s community and discover new opportunities for growth. Explore the importance of personal and virtual communities, the ACHIEVE Model for success, and the key pillars including Direction, Shared Responsibility, Personal Val

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Statement On Formal G20 Endorsement Of Global Minimum Tax

InternetAssociation

Washington, DC – Today, IA President and CEO K. Dane Snowden released the following statement in response to G20 leadership reaching final agreement on a first-of-its-kind global minimum tax deal: “Internet Association commends the G20 for recognizing the importance of a modern, fair, and global approach to taxation in the digital age, and we appreciate U.S. commitment to an international consensus on a global taxation framework that provides certainty for internet companies.

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6 STEPS FOR REVIEWING AND REVISING YOUR ASSOCIATION RULES & REGULATIONS

Virginia Condo & HOA Law Blog

This is an important task that generally does not get accomplished as often as it should. There are three primary reasons for a review of your rules every couple of years: (i) laws and regulations change, (ii) “best practices” change and (iii) desires of the community change. When you do undertake this task consider the following steps. STEP 1 – The board of directors should establish an ad hoc committee on rules to periodically review and suggest changes (not make changes!).

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Just Respond

Effective Database

Just Respond Growing up my father used to tell my many siblings and me that if we showed up to work on time and sober, we'd probably do just fine. I always thought he was joking until I entered the workforce and discovered he was right!

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