Associations Now

APRIL 24, 2023

How should you approach your member volunteers when they present content ideas that are too narrow or not relevant to the larger community? Helping them understand the bigger picture will lead to more meaningful content and curb pushback, according to one expert. Members and volunteers like to share their knowledge and insights with others in the industry, whether that’s through webinars, articles, or as conference speakers.

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Disciple Media

APRIL 26, 2023

As smartphones and wireless broadband proliferated in recent years, people everywhere began looking for ways to leverage these groundbreaking technologies to create online communities. These communities may revolve around a brand of clothing, a love of photography or music, important social issues or as a way to advance learning. But whatever their impetus they all need the same thing: an effective community platform.

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Raklet

APRIL 24, 2023

Running an association management company can be extremely demanding and exhausting from time to time. It sometimes might look like. The post Your Ultimate Guide To Association Management appeared first on Raklet - All-in-one platform to grow your audience.

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MemberClicks

APRIL 25, 2023

Events are often a crucial part of many organizations’ calendars. They’re a common membership benefit and a cornerstone of many new member recruiting campaigns. But to ensure their success, you need insights to help you iterate and improve. That’s where an event feedback survey come in. With an event feedback survey, organizations can get input from previous attendees to help assess an event’s strengths and weaknesses and improve future ones.

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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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Associations Now

APRIL 26, 2023

Employers are continuing to look for new ways to find talent. Returnship programs not only help midcareer professionals who took a career break find their way back to fulfilling jobs, but they also give associations access to a larger pool of qualified talent. Recruiting and retaining talent remain top of mind for employers. According to Gartner , companies should expect their turnover rates to increase by about 4 percent for the foreseeable feature, and a recent ASAE and Avenue M Group text pol

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Association Adviser

APRIL 25, 2023

Recently on ASAE Collaborate, I came across a thread discussing the common issue of “sending too many emails.” With so many committees and groups working hard to create value for their members, it can be challenging to determine the level of importance for every message. So, how can nonprofits communicate effectively without overwhelming their members’ […] The post Reducing Email Clutter appeared first on Association Adviser.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 27, 2023

In mid- April , the Nimble AMS team attended the 2023 Salesforce World Tour in Washington DC. Our team joined thousands of industry peers and trailblazing association professionals to learn, network, and innovate at the free Sales force Tour event. After the event concluded, w e sat down with the onsite Nimble AMS team to discuss their experiences.

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Ungrated

APRIL 27, 2023

Insurance premiums have been skyrocketing across the country in recent years, causing many community associations to face significant challenges in obtaining affordable insurance coverage. More than 90% of respondents in a recent survey conducted by the Foundation for Community Association Research reported that their property and casualty insurance premium had increased at the last or current renewal with 24% citing an increase between $101 and $500, and 14% citing a larger increase.

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Multiview

APRIL 27, 2023

If your team is like most associations, you probably associate tradeshow season with the same feelings: stress, exhaustion, and having to make last-minute arrangements. But when it comes down to it, t rade shows are all about networking — and that's not just a buzzword.

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Association Analytics

APRIL 26, 2023

This is for all the inquiring minds curious about how and why some of the top talent landed together at Association Analytics (A2), or anyone who just wants to hear a fun story. Guy Raz, the host of one of my favorite podcasts, How I Built This , always asks the question “How much of your success do you attribute to luck, or just hard work?” First, I looked up the definition of luck.

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Wild Apricot

APRIL 28, 2023

The post The Ultimate Guide to Volunteer Appreciation appeared first on WildApricot.

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WBT Systems

APRIL 24, 2023

If your association offers (or plans to offer) a credentialing program, you know all about job analysis—or should know.

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Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 28, 2023

I recently attended an industry conference. I sat in the opening general session patiently awaiting the keynote speaker to take the stage, but what followed was a 15-minute laundry list of announcements and appreciations that very few people were interested in. As I sit in the audience on this particular day, not as a planner but as an attendee, I realize how this opening has landed – and it’s not a great first impression.

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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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Higher Logic

APRIL 28, 2023

The post What Associations Should Know about ChatGPT and Generative AI appeared first on Higher Logic. Is ChatGPT and generative AI the (right) answer for association communications? Let’s explore what this highly publicized tool does and the ways it could impact your association and job. The post What Associations Should Know about ChatGPT and Generative AI appeared first on Higher Logic.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 28, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Credentialing programs. Before developing a certification exam or any type of education program or pathway focused on a specific job role, you must do a job analysis. WBT Systems explains what’s involved and what associations need to know about using a job analysis to design and market programs.

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Wild Apricot

APRIL 28, 2023

The post Event Speaker 101: How to Make Connections With Superstar Speakers! appeared first on WildApricot.

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Achurch

APRIL 26, 2023

Office calendars were bad before the pandemic; now they’re even worse. We’ve crunched the numbers. People told us they waste anywhere from 50% to 90% of their time each week in unessential meetings. We’ll wait while you run the costs. Eliminate the meeting “black hole” and adopt a meaningful meeting mindset. 3 steps to end meeting madness 1. Solve the right communication problem We’ve previously discussed the importance of ongoing effective communication to solve communication issues in organiza

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Association Analytics

APRIL 26, 2023

The post Segmentation & Automation with Acumen Connector appeared first on Association Analytics.

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.orgSource

APRIL 25, 2023

You learn a lot about consumer preferences by reading the reviews on Yelp. Thousands of users are eager to tell you what they love and what makes them crazy. You don’t have to spend much time on the site to understand the difference between outstanding and dismal. Whether it’s a restaurant, hotel, or doctor’s office, people create that five-star experience.

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Wild Apricot

APRIL 28, 2023

The post Volunteer Training for Nonprofits: How to Build Your Dream Team! appeared first on WildApricot.

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AMG

APRIL 28, 2023

As described in my recent NC Community Association Legislative Update , an HOA/condo bill moving through the NC General Assembly is Senate Bill 553/House Bill 551 “Landlord/Tenant and HOA Changes.” SB 552 and HB 551 are mainly focused on landlord-tenant issues, but both include a provision that any declaration amendments made by an HOA or condo association would “only affect lot owners whose lots are conveyed or transferred after the amendment takes effect.

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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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Elevating Engagement

APRIL 28, 2023

Do you play calendar Jenga? I bet you do! I play this game whenever I try to plan a visit with my close friends. It sounds something like this: “Before we say goodbye, let’s get our next meet-up on the calendar,” says one of us. “April and May are crazy for me. How about June?” chimes in another. “I can only do the second week of June,” I say. “Tuesday and Thursday nights are out for me.

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Ungrated

APRIL 27, 2023

Insurance premiums have been skyrocketing across the country in recent years, causing many community associations to face significant challenges in obtaining affordable insurance coverage. More than 90% of respondents in a recent survey conducted by the Foundation for Community Association Research reported that their property and casualty insurance premium had increased at the last or current renewal with 24% citing an increase between $101 and $500, and 14% citing a larger increase.

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Wild Apricot

APRIL 25, 2023

The post Community Centric Fundraising: How to Run Your Nonprofit With Care appeared first on WildApricot.

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AMG

APRIL 25, 2023

AMG’S CEO, Paul K. Mengert, who also serves as the Chairman of the Piedmont Triad International Airport announced the exciting news that Marshall Aerospace, a global leader in aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul services, is joining the Piedmont Triad International Airport (PTI) campus of aerospace companies. With a $50 million investment and plans to create 240 jobs, Marshall Aerospace will add to PTI's reputation as the premier aerospace campus in the US.

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Aptify

APRIL 27, 2023

[link] Aptify General Manager says that one of the benefits of being an Aptify customer is working with our amazing team. In this vlog Tim celebrates the team for Staff Appreciation Week. Transcript below. Our global Aptify community is supported by more than 170 team members in locations worldwide. This Staff Appreciation Week I would like to thank everyone on our team.

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Associations Now

APRIL 23, 2023

When the National Fenestration Rating Council acquired a floundering nonprofit, it found a way to better lead its industry and bring its work to the wider public. What makes a merger worth the while for an association? It might expand your reach within your association’s industry. It might help you better fulfill your mission. It might provide new revenue opportunities.

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Wild Apricot

APRIL 28, 2023

The post How To Write Association Bylaws: 10 Steps (+ Sample!) appeared first on WildApricot.

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