Wild Apricot
MARCH 30, 2022
A few years ago, I joined an online writing club. I was hoping to start tracking my writing progress and connect with other writers, and I hoped the sense of community would give me motivation to keep developing my skills.
Nimble AMS
MARCH 29, 2022
It’s important to have revenue-generating tools and approaches in place to keep your association strong. . Here are some approaches you might not have thought of to increase revenue for your association. Over time, your association’s revenue needs change. Sometimes your membership growth might flatten out or go negative and you need to increase non-dues revenue.
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Multiview
MARCH 31, 2022
When I started working with associations just a decade ago, it was hard to have a conversation about the digitization of communications and media. Trying to convince leaders to convert their printed magazines, journals and other publications into digital assets was almost impossible. Fast forward to now – an age where technology is embedded in every aspect of life – it’s no longer a question of whether organizations want to go digital but rather, how do they keep up?
WBT Systems
MARCH 28, 2022
Job-hopping is in the air right now. Career-hopping too. After two years of the pandemic, no wonder we’re more reflective about how we want to spend the rest of our 4000 weeks on earth.
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Aaron Wolowiec
APRIL 1, 2022
As more and more groups begin to meet again in-person, the need for some sort of relationship-building activity at the start of sessions, meetings, or conferences has become less a luxury and more a necessity.
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Higher Logic
MARCH 29, 2022
The post Deliverability Manners With Amanda – Uncovered URLs appeared first on Higher Logic. It’s not nice to go out in public uncovered – don’t let your URLs do it! The post Deliverability Manners With Amanda – Uncovered URLs appeared first on Higher Logic.
Spark Consulting
MARCH 29, 2022
I first started blogging about association management nearly 15 years ago (RIP Thanks For Playing). When I launched Spark (TEN years ago this year!), I ported all my old blog posts over and just kept on going. I’ve done some cleanup of those old posts, removing my Cool Technology posts (does anyone really still want to read about whatever tech was new 15 years ago?
Association Adviser
APRIL 1, 2022
Sponsorship programs are a key non-dues revenue source for associations and brands that support your members are looking for ways to connect with their current and potential clients on a deeper level. Are your current sponsor offerings designed to support all levels of donors? Not all sponsorship programs are developed equally. It is easy […].
Association Freak
APRIL 1, 2022
Reading Time: 3 minutes “Come on down!” Everyone knows that show: The Price is Right. Contestants try to guess how much something really costs, and whoever gets the closest wins fabulous prizes. That’s it. That’s the whole game. We’ve been watching the same thing for fifty years now. Why is that? Because we relate to it. Prices matter but … Continue reading "The Price Is Right".
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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.
Higher Logic
MARCH 28, 2022
The post What a School Theatre Association Teaches Us About Advocacy During Lean Times appeared first on Higher Logic. We chatted with Hans Weichhart, Chief Membership Officer at school theatre association EdTA, about how they grow and activate their strong member network – and how they did it even during lean times. The post What a School Theatre Association Teaches Us About Advocacy During Lean Times appeared first on Higher Logic.
Achurch
MARCH 31, 2022
Professionals who work remotely worry about not having the same mentorship opportunities as colleagues working in the office. But don’t worry! Remote mentoring looks different for people on both sides of the relationship, and in many ways, it’s easier, too. Just like the in-person version, remote mentoring helps new professionals find direction and realize their potential.
PROPEL
MARCH 31, 2022
We are super excited to share some big and exciting news – Work @ Life, the podcast co-hosted by Maddie Grant and Sanja Licina, PhD, President of the Workforce Division at QuestionPro, has been chosen to be one of eight “emerging talent” podcasts that make up the inaugural cohort of Hubspot’s new Creators Program. This is an accelerator program that throws the weight of Hubspot’s marketing and.
AMG
MARCH 28, 2022
A message from Paul Mengert, Association Management Group’s CEO I want to thank the many Association Management Group employees and customers who participated in the 2022 PTI Run on the Runway event. Thanks in part to our team’s dedicated effort, more than $135,000 was raised for area food banks. They leverage the funds for each dollar raised into as many as seven meals for families in need.
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HighRoad Solution
APRIL 1, 2022
Whether you’re looking to engage with membership or nurture newly generated leads, email automation is a valuable, relatively hands-free productivity enhancer. In fact, 59% of marketing professionals believe they can save as much as six hours per week when email automations are configured. Another 69% say that automation in this area reduces wasted time, and 72% say it allows them to focus on high-value work.
Association Adviser
MARCH 29, 2022
Your association’s goal is to be the primary resource for industry professionals and to have the most engaging content for your members. Many questions may be going through your head such as, “how do I get my members to be more engaging?” “Are there online tools that I am not using that I should be?” […]. The post 2022 Association Benchmark Survey will be available SOON!
Association Freak
APRIL 1, 2022
Reading Time: 3 minutes How to Get Membership Pricing Right Ever wondered how to nail membership pricing? Think about “The Price is Right” game show. It’s been on for half a century because it resonates with us. Prices matter, but they can be tricky to pin down. Getting them right can lead to big rewards. Likewise, association pricing often feels like a guessing game.
PROPEL
MARCH 31, 2022
My original title for this blog post on the great resignation was “The Great Resignation only Matters If You Suck.” My point, which is similar to one made by this Atlantic article, is that it’s not about the resignations and hating work, it’s about employees wanting to go to something better. If you already are better, then you won’t see many resignations.
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.
Raklet
APRIL 1, 2022
Being a content creator is not easy, but definitely a crucial part of any business. Here are some unique ideas. The post How To Become a Content Creator: 5 Essential Ideas for 2022 appeared first on Raklet - Membership Management Software.
Association Adviser
MARCH 28, 2022
Originally published by Canadian Society of Association Executives, in collaboration with Kelly Lendsay at Indigenous Works – [link] CSAE’s Penny Tantakis connected with Kelly J. Lendsay, president and CEO of Indigenous Works and closing keynote speaker at COMMUNITY: CSAE’s 2021 Virtual Conference, to discuss how associations and not-for-profit organizations can foster Indigenous inclusion in the […].
Association Freak
APRIL 1, 2022
Reading Time: 3 minutes “Come on down!” Everyone knows that show: The Price is Right. Contestants try to guess how much something really costs, and whoever gets the closest wins fabulous prizes. That’s it. That’s the whole game. We’ve been watching the same thing for fifty years now. Why is that? Because we relate to it. Prices matter but … Continue reading "3 Better Ways to Think About Association Pricing".
PROPEL
MARCH 29, 2022
I came across this article from the BBC about how companies are providing incentives for employees to go back into the office. The incentives range from free breakfasts and happy hours on Mondays and Fridays, to literally giving away a Tesla or a vacation to Barbados, to paying people who come to the office higher salaries. This is an important issue, so here’s my advice: Stop it.
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Membership Marketing
APRIL 1, 2022
My recent podcast with Grype Digital takes a deep dive into some of the most pressing challenges facing associations as they work to rebuild their membership programs. Our conversation covers solutions from: · Defining and focusing your value proposition · Making a case for funding membership · Getting started with membership recruitment · Locating potential members · Selecting the best marketing channels · Testing strategies to optimize results I think that you will find the podcast lively and
Raklet
MARCH 30, 2022
What is church membership? Why do you need it, and how can you benefit from it? Here is all you. The post Church Membership 101 appeared first on Raklet - Membership Management Software.
Ewald Consulting
MARCH 30, 2022
The pandemic prompted unprecedented changes for organizations everywhere. Along with a shift in how we work day-to-day, many individuals shifted their values and priorities. This prompted “the Great Resignation.” Almost 3 percent of the American workforce left their positions in August 2021, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. More recent data show that a majority of younger workers may leave their current jobs.
Ungrated
MARCH 29, 2022
Attendees gather at a networking event during the 2021 CAI Annual Conference and Exposition: Community NOW in Las Vegas. (Photo by Chelsa Christensen). Now, more than ever, people are looking for ways to connect and learn. Through shared perspectives, experiences, and knowledge, a strong peer network is one of the best resources for creating community legacies.
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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
MemberClicks
MARCH 28, 2022
At Personify, we’re in the business of building relationships. From empowering you to inspire and connect with your members, to inspiring and connecting with you, strong relationships define our mission. We believe in reflecting this core principle in everything we do — our name included. To personify means to make something human, or to represent abstract things in human form.
Effective Database
MARCH 30, 2022
Pennywise and pound foolish One definition of the phrase "pennywise and pound foolish" is to "describe something that is done to save a small amount of money now but that will cost a large amount of money in the future.
AssociationChat
APRIL 1, 2022
If social media didn’t exist, how would your life be different? . #QuestionOfTheWeek #questionforthegroup.
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