Associations Now

APRIL 2, 2023

Associations face an increasingly competitive market for members, attendees, and education. Experts recommend finding a “superpower”—and building a culture that supports it. Time was, the association value proposition was pretty simple: “We’re the only ones who care about you.” If you were a member of a profession, the association serving it was often the sole option when it came to training you, credentialing you, connecting you with your peers, and advocating on your behalf when le

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APRIL 3, 2023

Have you ever visited a psychic? Just for fun, of course. I wouldn’t suggest that association executives take their cues from tea leaves or the Tarot deck. A little mystery is exciting, right? And, it wouldn’t be nearly as entertaining if those predictions didn’t occasionally ring true. Far be it from me to “dis” anyone’s favorite guilty pleasure, but those soothsayers aren’t necessarily channeling mystical powers to access the future.

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The Journal by EXEC

APRIL 3, 2023

With the current economic climate, everyone’s looking to be more efficient with their spending. But in this time of belt-tightening, leaders face new challenges that must be consistently addressed to ensure member retention. Finding new strategies to increase value and engage members is vital within any organization. A strong association provides benefits that continue to attract and retain member households.

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Association Adviser

APRIL 4, 2023

Building a marketing plan can feel overwhelming. But like any other large scale project, beginning with an outline can help you get started. From here, you begin to build a strategy and align the marketing goals to achieve your mission. Without clear definition, you can find yourself and your team focused on tactics that may not align […] The post Build A Marketing Plan to Achieve Your Mission appeared first on Association Adviser.

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PROPEL

APRIL 5, 2023

That’s according to a 2021 study published in MIT’s Sloan Management Review: The researchers dug deep into why people were leaving organizations during the great resignation, and their findings were fascinating. Some industries had higher turnover than others, as you would expect (it’s higher in retail than in airlines, for example), but within each industry there were organizations that were well.

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Velvet Chainsaw

APRIL 4, 2023

IStock Photo by Bulat Silvia Last year’s Supreme Court ruling that repealed Roe v. Wade, leading to some states legislating restrictive access to reproductive rights, are considered discriminatory practices to a growing number of professional associations. Some associations and meeting organizers are reevaluating their site-selection requirements for future meetings as well as how to mitigate fall-out from members as they move forward with meetings at destinations previously contracted.

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Multiview

APRIL 6, 2023

No matter what level you are within your association, it is easy to get overwhelmed with the idea of making mistakes. After all, mistakes can be costly and embarrassing. But here's the thing: no one is perfect, we’re all human, and mistakes are inevitable! The good news? Mistakes can also offer us valuable opportunities for growth and development, so let’s turn every negative into a positive!

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Associations Now

APRIL 3, 2023

Gen Z is looking to engage and make a meaningful impact. But with research showing they have little trust in institutions, getting them to join associations is a tough challenge. To make some headway, associations must understand what benefits they’re looking for and even turn to nonmembers for insights. As Generation Z continues to enter the workforce, it’s no surprise that associations are looking to attract these young professionals into their ranks.

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Disciple Media

APRIL 5, 2023

A virtual community – also referred to as an “online community” – is a group of people who come together through a digital “space” to share common interests, passions or beliefs. That space may be a website, or it may be an app that each person has downloaded and installed on their phone, tablet or laptop. The online community is often (not always) led by a single individual who had the idea of bringing people together who share their interests.

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Speaker: Jessica Bonney from VICA and Jeff Horne from Wicket

What does delivering an exceptional member experience mean in today's world? With the right insights, tools, and strategies, you can identify what truly matters to your members, drive meaningful engagement at scale, and continue to meet the ever-evolving needs of your members. Join association experts Jessica Bonney from VICA and Jeff Horne from Wicket who will share practical insights on how to build an exceptional member-driven experience by gaining a deeper understanding of your members and d

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Wild Apricot

APRIL 6, 2023

The post How To Write Effective Meeting Minutes (with Templates and Samples) appeared first on WildApricot.

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WBT Systems

APRIL 3, 2023

Until recently, executives or aspiring leaders were usually the only people you knew who worked with coaches, but that’s changing.

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Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 7, 2023

I’ve been secretly cheating at work for over two decades. I finally shared my secret with colleagues at our recent team retreat and their minds were blown.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 5, 2023

The Nimble AMS team is excited to attend the 2023 Salesforce World Tour in Washington DC ! On April 19, our team will join thousand s o f trailblaz ing peers and association professionals , as attendees discover the many ways Salesforce can drive success at thei r organizations. Nimble AMS and Salesforce can ignite innovation at your association.

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Wild Apricot

APRIL 5, 2023

The post The Complete Guide to Setting Up a Robust Membership Model appeared first on WildApricot.

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Elevating Engagement

APRIL 7, 2023

He spent so much time, money, and social and emotional capital, but the reward was a big fat… meh. ? I enjoyed chatting with a fundraising and donor relations podcaster this morning. As I shared some of the most common stories from my research, he dove in with a supporting story of his own. Last year a non-profit that my new podcast friend had just gotten involved with hosted its annual gala, so he threw himself into bringing in the donations.

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Ungrated

APRIL 5, 2023

Much like local, state, and federal governments collect taxes to fund public services and programs, assessments are part of living in a community association. Homeowners have a responsibility to pay their assessments on time. Unfortunately, some owners refuse to pay or can’t pay assessments. What does that mean for the community? And how should board members respond?

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Associations Now

APRIL 5, 2023

Searching for new avenues to promote an upcoming conference? Consider looking to exhibitors and speakers. Asking them to promote an event will not only help bring in new attendees but also allows them to build brand awareness and draw people to their session or booth. With a big conference on the horizon, associations do everything they can to promote it and get the word out to their members and other potential attendees.

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Association Alert

APRIL 4, 2023

What you need to know: Where the governing documents or the statute place the authority to interpret the governing documents with the board, the board’s interpretation will be binding unless unreasonable. However, if a director has a conflict of interest, the director can’t be part of the decision making process or the vote and must recuse herself/himself.

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AMG

APRIL 6, 2023

When SouthPark residents attended a City Council zoning meeting, they showed their support in tearing down their current 1970 condos to replace them with more affordable and better-quality apartments. If you were a resident at SouthPark, would you support this?

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Ungrated

APRIL 7, 2023

Contributed by Leah K. Burton, Esq., and Noelle G. Hicks, Esq. At first blush, it may seem harmless—and not a community association’s responsibility—when a resident suffers from a mental illness, but there occasionally can be dangerous situations. Board members and community managers need to have a plan in place. Community associations are designed to maintain common areas, preserve and protect property values, provide services for members, and develop a sense of community.

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Ngage Management

APRIL 5, 2023

While not immediately recognizable to some, the concept of association management is familiar to the world of professional societies, trade groups, not-for-profits and philanthropic organizations. Association Management Companies (AMCs) allow services to be customized to meet specific client goals, supporting strategic planning, membership development, communications, marketing, finance, board governance, and more.

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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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MemberClicks

APRIL 5, 2023

There are many associations out there who choose to go without a President, a CEO, or a head of the organization. The reasons are often unique to the association itself, but often an association doesn’t have the salary for a leadership position and therefore the decisions makers are volunteers who have full time jobs. When that’s the case it’s tough for one person to foot the responsibility his or her self, so the “President” role disperses and is shared among several people.

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AMG

APRIL 6, 2023

In Flager County, Florida, a former H.O.A president was arrested for planting hidden cameras in multiple condos. In September of 2022, he was charged for one case and posted bail, however, more victims came forward, resulting in 2 years in prison. What would you do?

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AssociationChat

APRIL 4, 2023

This week on Association Chat, we welcome listeners to another mind-blowing episode with a true visionary in the world of technology and associations. His name is Amith Nagarajan and he’s the chairman of Blue Cypress. What is Blue Cypress? A group of purpose-driven companies that are changing the game when it comes to helping associations and non-profits achieve long-term success.

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Associations Now

APRIL 4, 2023

A group led by the American Heart Association and SHRM Foundation hopes to show improvement for 10 million American workers by 2025. Two leading associations have partnered to address health inequities in the workplace by providing tools and education for employees and organizational leaders. The Health Equity in the Workplace Initiative, announced March 13 , is a joint effort of the American Heart Association (AHA) and the SHRM Foundation, along with the Deloitte Health Equity Institute.

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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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MemberClicks

APRIL 5, 2023

Have you ever wondered why you are, well…the way you are? Personality tests certainly aren’t an all-encompassing answer to that question, but they can definitely open your eyes to the way you – and others – function. Value of personality tests for team building That’s why we think that taking a personality test as a group (whether that’s with your immediate department or entire staff) is a fun and effective team building activity.

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AMG

APRIL 6, 2023

When a couple in Arizona hung a Pride flag in their yard, they were faced with neighbor complaints. This led to the HOA sending them a notice for unapproved change to their property. However, many others had hung American flags with no complaints. Read the article for more information.

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Effective Database

APRIL 5, 2023

Back to basics Over the past couple of years I've noticed that some AMS vendors are adding in more sophisticated automated duplicate record checkers into their systems. These are not just "is this email already in the database" but much more.

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