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Blog | Networking: A Success Principle for Associations | Multiview

Multiview

Networking is essential in any career but it plays a particularly important role for members of trade and professional associations. Not only does networking create connections among members in the same organization, but it builds a stronger industry through sharing ideas and creating opportunities. This article explores why networking is critical for the success of association members.

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New Report Finds Members Want Improved Technology & Education Offerings

Forj

Associations Now details why improving technology offerings, focusing on retention, and creating community-driven learning can prove beneficial.

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Key Insights And Tips For A Better Member Experience

Disciple Media

Member experience is the amalgamation of every touchpoint, interaction, and sentiment your community members encounter in your digital community. From the minute they first click through to your platform, right through to their thousandth login, the member experience spans elements like user interface design, quality of content, learning resources, and community engagement.

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Building (and Sustaining) a Successful Online Community

Higher Logic

The post Building (and Sustaining) a Successful Online Community appeared first on Higher Logic. Higher Logic recently teamed up with ChurnZero to host a conversation with Shauna McClemens as she shared her efforts to revive Higher Logic Vanilla’s online community as well as shared tactical strategies for getting internal. The post Building (and Sustaining) a Successful Online Community appeared first on Higher Logic.

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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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How to Engage New Members Virtually

Elevating Engagement

New member engagement is critical. After all, we can’t have lifetime engagement without having new member engagement first. Last week, we talked about how to engage new members with email. This week, we will tackle part two of Michelle’s great question. Michelle asked: Do you have any other ideas for how to connect virtually outside of email? There are so many tools and ways to engage members virtually, and this is excellent news for geographically dispersed members, members who can’t travel (wi

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How to Overcome Objections to the Open Space Event Format

WBT Systems

This week, we conclude our look at the Open Space event format.

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Dealing with On-Site Challenges

Aaron Wolowiec

Over the past few weeks, Shannon has had a refresher course in managing on-site event hiccups! While these unexpected situations come with the territory of live events, she's been reminded of why it is so important to keep up with our best practices when approaching each new event. Even the most well-laid plans are subject to interpretation and interruption without careful communication of needs and expectations.

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Online Communities vs. Forums vs. Knowledge Bases: What’s the Difference?

Higher Logic

The post Online Communities vs. Forums vs. Knowledge Bases: What’s the Difference? appeared first on Higher Logic. Online Communities, forums, knowledge bases, and social media groups can all be used for engagement, but which is right for you? Learn about the differences and the advantages. The post Online Communities vs. Forums vs. Knowledge Bases: What’s the Difference?

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Community-Led Growth: What Is It & Why Does It Matter?

Forj

Over the past few decades, we’ve seen trends evolve from marketing-led growth to sales-led growth to product-led growth. Now, the fastest-growing associations are building their strategies around community-led growth. Much like its predecessors, community-led growth acts as a multiplier on top of product-led growth. But unlike its predecessors, it puts members firmly at the center of your strategy.

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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 Start a Club: 7 Steps to Starting A Membership Club or Organization

Wild Apricot

Starting a new club is a great way to build fresh connections in your community. Here's how to start a club for your hobby, social circle and more!

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Association Brain Food: 10.6.23

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Industry careers website. Once again, I’m asking for good examples of association (or association foundation) websites that feature an industry careers section. This page from SEMI about the semiconductor industry is an example of what I mean. Please send me links if you have one or know of a good one.

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Strategies for Enhancing Your Career Center’s Visibility and Boosting Revenue During an In-Person Event

Association Adviser

Your association’s events hold a significant role in establishing your organization’s prominence. They serve as catalysts for strengthening your community, enhancing brand recognition, facilitating networking opportunities, establishing thought leadership, and generating revenue. Months of meticulous preparation and hard work go into ensuring that your events are successful, and a crucial aspect of this success lies […] The post Strategies for Enhancing Your Career Center’

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4 Fundamental Tips for Hosting a Sports-Themed Fundraiser

NXUnite

Sports have a way of bringing people together that’s unlike anything else. People also tend to be passionate about sports, so when you combine that passion with a good cause, you have a winning option for a fundraising event. Whether you’re raising money for a school team , your nonprofit’s general fund, a new outreach initiative, or other funding need, these tips for a sports-themed fundraising event will engage your community and get folks competing for a good cause.

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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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Raise your membership data IQ with NetForum AMS

NetForum

Making smarter use of your association’s membership data can help you work more efficiently, keep your data safer, and gain deeper insights for more informed business decisions. Read on to learn three ways to use your data more intelligently. When it comes to running your association and improving member engagement and retention, your membership data […] Raise your membership data IQ with NetForum AMS appeared first on NetForum Association Management Software.

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Why associations should choose the Nimble AMS + Salesforce partnership

Nimble AMS

Nimble AMS is proud of our longstanding partnership with Salesforce and the myriad benefits we provide for member-based organizations. Built on Salesforce, Nimble AMS combines the power of the #1 customer relationship management (CRM) platform with top association management software (AMS) capabilities. Not all AMS platforms built on Salesforce are created equally.

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New Report Finds Members Want Improved Technology and Education Offerings

Associations Now

Forj’s 2023 State of Association Member Experience report found that organizations are not meeting member expectations. Improving technology offerings , focusing on retention , and creating community-driven learning can prove beneficial. Many associations may be struggling to meet member expectations, particularly those in the early and mid-stages of their careers.

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4 Online Fundraising Campaign Ideas to Boost Your Reach

NXUnite

These days, almost everything has gone digital—even fundraising. Hosting your fundraising campaign online is beneficial not only for the existing donors in your community, but also for reaching new donors. An online campaign can expand your reach beyond your community, acting as an innovative way to engage supporters from across the country and even the world.

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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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Creating Memorable Events with the Customer Journey Canvas: A Facilitator’s Guide

Velvet Chainsaw

This is a guest post by Diana Kander. Diane is a keynote speaker on curiosity and innovation and a New York Times Bestselling author. Her latest book, Go Big or Go Home , outlines five ways to create a memorable customer experience. The event planning industry is one of immense creativity, innovation, and personal touches. In the modern era, where experiences reign supreme, it’s essential to craft events that resonate deeply with attendees, leaving them with memories they’ll cherish forever.

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Building Community and Engagement with Member Networking

AMR Management Services

Building Community and Engagement with Member Networking Associations understand how important it is to recruit more members and keep their community engaged for the long term. With an active community, your association can thrive and help make a difference in your industry. To captivate professionals in your field, there has never been a better time… The post Building Community and Engagement with Member Networking first appeared on AMR Management Services.

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Amber “AI” Ivey to Keynote Association AI Day

AssociationChat

I’m thrilled to announce Amber “AI” Ivey, co-founder of AuraSense , as the keynote for Association AI Day, an event Association Chat and Amplified Growth is co-hosting with Association TRENDS and Generative Buzz. Amber, a VP at a non-profit and a data management veteran, will share how associations can be data custodians, offering unique AI applications & insights to serve their members, industries, and professions.

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6 Tips to Create an Ambassador Program for Your Nonprofit

NXUnite

The nonprofit marketing space isn’t as straightforward as it once was. It’s easier than ever for nonprofits to connect with their supporters, but that also means there’s a lot of competition for donors’ attention. One effective way to make your organization stand out is to create an ambassador program. Ambassadors can take the reins during fundraising or marketing campaigns, promoting your organization to their personal networks.

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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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PCMA’s Approach to Student Engagement: Nurturing Future Leaders

Associations Now

Bringing students through your association’s membership ranks may be challenging, but it’s necessary to develop a pipeline of industry leaders. Learn how the Professional Convention Management Association has created programs and content designed to attract students and encourage them to remain members. For several years, the Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) had a student membership in place with a nominal fee.

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New HOA Law Addresses Storage

Florida Condo & HOA Law Blog

Q: At a recent event I attended, someone mentioned a new rule that prohibits sheds on a single-family property in a HOA. I could not find any reference for that in your 2023 legislative reviews. It seems someone may have misunderstood or misinterpreted one of changes made. Can you please shed some light on this? (G.C., via e-mail) The post New HOA Law Addresses Storage first appeared on Florida Condo & HOA Law Blog.

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Blog | Celebrating Wins Within the Workplace | Multiview

Multiview

When you work in a team, it's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day and forget to celebrate the wins. But as a leader, it's your job to make sure that you're recognizing and celebrating both big and small wins whenever possible. Doing this helps to build teamwork, motivate employees, and increase productivity. It could be as simple as a round of applause or a high-five, but you can take celebrations as far as you deem necessary.

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Leadership lessons: Addressing mentorship, burnout, conflict critical for community association management companies

Ungrated

Community association management companies need to address things like mentorship, burnout, and conflict resolution to better support, enhance, and spur growth among staff members and board member clients. Leadership lessons about adapting a company culture, improving satisfaction, and focusing on well-being were shared with executives at CAI’s 2023 CEO-MC Retreat in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., in September.

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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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The Power of a Leader’s Story

Associations Now

What your association does involves more than numbers. Experts say stories about what you do and who your organization supports can do much to persuade and inspire. Somebody asks you in an elevator or at a party what your association does. Quick, what do you say? You might lead with a variation on your mission statement: We promote our industry to create a healthier/safer world, etc., etc.

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14 Impactful Ideas for an Engaging New Member Orientation 

MemberClicks

In the ever-evolving landscape of membership-based organizations, one constant remains—the importance of new members. These fresh faces carry with them not just numbers, but new ideas, enthusiasm, and the potential for future leadership. However, attracting these individuals is only the first step. How you integrate them into your established community can significantly impact their long-term commitment and involvement.

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The Importance of Data and People Analytics in Workforce Return to Office Strategies

PROPEL

In today’s episode, we talk about the pivotal role that data and people analytics plays in considering whether to, or the best way how to have your workforce return to the office. This topic has been top of mind for most employers for months now, with many still looking for a better way to make decisions on the best way forward. Join us for an insightful and data driven conversation with Serena.