Spark Consulting

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Lack of buy-in from staff and/or volunteer leadership. I’m thinking of a particular project where a VP hired me and then promptly quit – his last day on staff was the day of our project kickoff meeting. That left our project without an executive-level sponsor. And then no one ends up happy.

Project 39

Project Proposal Committee Course 39

Eric Lanke

NOVEMBER 28, 2011

Leadership. Film Directing Lessons in Innovation and Leadership. What lessons in innovation and leadership can be mined from the views of the man who brought us such classics as Patton , The Godfather and Apocalypse Now ? Labels: Innovation , Leadership. Provocative Proposals for Change. Leadership. (22).

Innovation 100

Innovation Leadership Directory Member Engagement 100

Membersuite

MAY 25, 2021

Your leadership probably thinks the one you have is good enough, especially with all the other demands on your association’s limited budget. Think how leadership thinks: align each point of your argument to an organizational goal. IT will have a crucial role in an AMS project so you need them on board from the start.

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Software Leadership Project System 170

Associations Now

MARCH 24, 2019

That’s unfortunate, but I’m not about to propose a philosophy of slow associations to you—most CEOs who’ve experienced overly deliberate boards that resist change will tell you that associations are already plenty slow, thank you very much. The post The Case for Slow Leadership appeared first on Associations Now.

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Leadership Proposal Project Social Media 73

Reid All About it

APRIL 10, 2020

Alina Cooper, Director of Project Management, Event Garde. Presenters: Susan Robertson, CAE, president and CEO, ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership. Mary Kate Cunningham, CAE, vice president for public policy, ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership. Join a discussion on how and when to develop partnership proposals.

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North Carolina Content Montana Revenue 74

MemberClicks

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

A Call for Proposal (CFP) is more than just a request for submissionsit’s an opportunity to define your organization’s needs clearly and attract the right partners, vendors, or contributors to help achieve your goals. For associations and nonprofits, the stakes are often high.

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Proposal How To Project Review 52

Association Success

JUNE 25, 2019

If you’ve never worked with a consultant before, or rarely worked with one, you may be wondering why you might want to do so when you may have the ability to complete a project on your own. Here are my tips on how to work with a consultant: The Proposal Process is the starting point. This makes the entire process work better.

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Proposal Project Process Tips 110

Candid

JUNE 26, 2024

Our collection covers a variety of topics to meet you where you are in your nonprofit career—whether you’re brushing up on core skills, leveling up your leadership skills, or venturing beyond your comfort zone to get ahead of the curve on new technology. How to Write a Grant Proposal by Cheryl Carter New and James Aaron Quick.

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eBook Proposal Leadership Sample 105

Association Analytics

JUNE 21, 2023

For example, include any details on how that KPI may impact other projects or results. To help with this collaboration, those in leadership positions should make an effort to get everyone involved; working in silos keeps employees from doing their best work and providing the best member experience possible. Set up your KPI and metrics!

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Report Team Course Member Experience 319

Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

How to Write an RFP (Request for Proposal) for Merchant Services. Leadership for Exponential Impact in the Digital Age. Our institutions and leadership models were designed for a previous era. Website Redesign and Project Management: Straight Talk to Get You on the Right Path for Your Next Project. CAE credits.

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Tips Project Technology Education 49

Eric Lanke

FEBRUARY 3, 2014

Referencing the famous quote often attributed to Henry Ford, I argued that it was important for association staff members play a leadership role in developing new ideas and in charting new courses of action. People are stepping up, taking a fresh look at their surroundings, and proposing courses of action that are both bold and innovative.

Proposal 100

Proposal Leadership Course Conference 100

Reid All About it

APRIL 26, 2019

How to Save Time Making Conference Education & Proposal Management Systems Work Together. Learn best practices on proposal management for conferences and how to set up effective conference education within your organization’s learning management system. Brandon Brown, Accounting Associate, CPA, Business Sherpa Group.

Social Media 170

Social Media millennials Arizona Proposal 170

Reid All About it

MAY 24, 2024

Impexium published a really good guide to creating a request for proposals (RFP) for association management software , which includes advice from technology consultants Tobin Conley of DelCor Technology Solutions, Moira Edwards of Ellipsis Partners, George Rears of Achurch Consulting, and Wes Trochlil of Effective Database Management.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

It provides free information on nonprofits’ missions, visions, values, programs, leadership, and finances. Candid also encourages nonprofits to report the demographic makeup of their board, leadership, and staff so you can better understand where the organization lands in terms of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). . GuideStar

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Directory San Francisco How To New York City 119

WBT Systems

APRIL 25, 2017

Many solutions have been proposed to address this disconnect, including expansion of apprenticeships and online continuing education. The EDUCAUSE badge program includes the following categories of engagement: Community Service, Leadership Development, Communications, Awards and Subject Matter. Badging Platform: Credly.

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LMS Certificate Library Education 253

Associations Now

JULY 19, 2023

Use terminology like that with the board so the board understands the reasons behind your proposals.” Present Options When bringing ideas for new products, programs, or services to the board, Byers suggests proposing at least two options for their consideration.

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Innovation Proposal Project Strategy 98

Eric Lanke

JANUARY 6, 2014

I consistently take responsibility and ownership of my project areas. If any examples were cited, they were extremely broad, frequently listing projects or task areas that the staff person was responsible for. Used knowledge of how members function to tactfully and clearly propose major strategic change in committee activities.

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Committee Proposal Project Examples 100

Smooth The Path

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

We will be taking a hard look at all the projects on our plate. All administrative projects will be delayed. All engagement projects will be prioritized. I am proposing a new path. Since resources are slim, so from now on, we will only have one focus. You do have a choice. You can choose the new path or the other path.

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Project Proposal Resources Revenue 143

Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

WBT Systems proposes a different doable solution: host your in-person conference first and your virtual conference later. Leading Into Tomorrow: Using Foresight to Expand Association Leadership in Critical Domains. Terry Brown, VP of Project Services, Protech. Hear about the leadership environment facing volunteers.

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Education Learning Management System Leadership Case Study 285

Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Impexium describes the steps for creating a request for proposals (RFP) for association management software (AMS). Are you focusing on the right projects? Should you first focus on tools rather than projects? However, the path to leadership for women in these environments can be challenging. RFP for an AMS.

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Revenue Technology Strategy Education 270

Reid All About it

MARCH 8, 2024

. – Tech Tuesday Slam Dunk: Successful Strategies to Manage Your IT Project Portfolio Managing your IT project portfolio is like juggling multiple March Madness brackets—requiring skill, precision, and strategic thinking. Find out how requirements play a critical role in every tech-dependent project. More info/register.

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Education DC Strategy Member Engagement 258

Reid All About it

MAY 19, 2017

If a website is in your future, get a clue by reading Kylee Coffman’s post on the DelCor blog about preparing for a website project. Hear about the Association of Energy Services Professionals’ research project and tips on conducting research. Tough Leadership – Why 3 Associations Joined Forces to March for Science (Association Chat).

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Washington DC Chicago Tips 150

Eric Lanke

OCTOBER 31, 2011

Leadership. What are the five "radical" changes it proposes? You do agree that our committees should be able to complete projects aligned with our overall strategy and mission, right? Labels: Leadership. Provocative Proposals for Change. Eric Lanke. Association executive and author. Innovation. Member Engagement.

Puerto Rico 100

Puerto Rico Committee Proposal Leadership 100

Candid

JANUARY 7, 2025

This approach projects a polished image but limits donors understanding of the nuances and complexity that underlie the work. For example, imagine a donor proposes a health intervention that we know wont be effective. Transition from project funders to organizational leaders.

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Proposal Project Leadership Resources 96

Reid All About it

APRIL 17, 2020

Leadership decisions. Moderator: Amy Ledoux, CMP, CAE, chief learning and meetings officer, ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership. COVID-19: Knowing How and When to Develop Partnership Proposals (Partnership Professionals Network Idea Exchange). Join a discussion on how and when to develop partnership proposals.

North Carolina 44

North Carolina Revenue Montana Content 44

Reid All About it

MARCH 10, 2023

Hear about the ticking clock of the federal budget process and how to keep pace, how the debate over the debt limit will affect spending debates, timeline for the coming months—and all the ways those timelines can go awry, insiders’ perspectives on key disagreements and potential concessions, and implications of proposed revenue generators and cuts.

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Committee Education Software Strategy 195

Candid

AUGUST 15, 2024

Fundraisers need support to help their organizations sustain day-to-day operations, implement and expand programs, and ensure financial stability for future planning and long-term projects. Consider how your organization’s tax status, track record, leadership and board, and financial viability could influence donors’ decision making.

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Tips eBook Proposal Resources 104

Eric Lanke

FEBRUARY 27, 2012

Leadership. Let people spend time on projects they deem important (some of the time). Start with a single project. Sit down with the project leader and hammer out the three essential pieces: (1) Whats the objective by which success will be measured? (2) Labels: Leadership. Provocative Proposals for Change.

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System Leadership Project Innovation 100

Reid All About it

AUGUST 19, 2022

It’s much better to get this news well before your project begins so you can figure out how to juggle these tasks with your regular workload. Make sure you (and your association’s leadership) aren’t falling for any of them. Much is uncertain, but current projections can help. Hybrid work myths. AMS selection. 1 CMP credit.

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Technology Software Cost Education 44

SCD Group

MARCH 27, 2014

He said he received a proposal to do it for $10,000! American Cycling Association ABC-TV ASAE association communications association executives association leadership association marketing associations Plumb Hollow Golf SCD Group' My response was swift: "You’ve got to be kidding me!" Are you using videos? Are you using a GoPro camera?

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Video Project Proposal Leadership 40

Spark Consulting

NOVEMBER 18, 2014

If you feel like or experience that what you need to do to bring in revenue is incompatible with your mission, it’s probably time for your Board and senior leadership to do some serious soul-searching about why your organization exists and what you’re trying to accomplish. Our association has more than one mission.

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Committee Case Study Maryland Revenue 150

Candid

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Where do foundations stand on AI-generated grant proposals? One essential investment would be providing multiyear unrestricted support to organizations led by Black leaders, not just mentoring and/or leadership development programs. And if the paperwork requirements cant be reduced, can nonprofits use generative AI for grant writing?

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Survey Proposal Report Review 119

Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

Projects hit roadblocks. According to Engel and Hoffman, here are some hallmarks of a mission-driven volunteer program: Projects are evaluated based on how they contribute to the organization’s mission. Structure is built around project-oriented teams rather than the budget cycle. Sound familiar?

Michigan 100

Michigan Committee millennials Social Media 100

Eric Lanke

OCTOBER 24, 2011

Leadership. Even if it is just the two of us, there was value in stepping away from the deadlines that seem to control us and spend a few moments talking about what comes next--not for the projects were working on, but for the frame within which those projects take place. Provocative Proposals for Change. Leadership. (22).

Innovation 100

Innovation Conference Project Leadership 100

Eric Lanke

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

Leadership. Labels: Leadership. Task forces and volunteer project teams are often a better way to go, especially when framed in the model I just described above. He blogs regularly on leadership issues, thinks too much about the books he reads, and is the author of several works of fiction. Leadership. (22).

Committee 100

Committee Report Innovation Project 100

Eric Lanke

DECEMBER 12, 2011

Leadership. You must understand how to manage a project. Communication, building consensus, dealing with conflict, managing meetings, navigating bureaucracy, working within policies—these are all leadership skills, and not everyone is a leader. Labels: Leadership. Provocative Proposals for Change. Eric Lanke.

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Committee Leadership Innovation Member Engagement 100

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Explain the “why” behind proposed changes to help everyone see the potential for positive outcomes. Try Pilots: Before a full-scale launch of a new process or project, run a test version first. Measure its impact on project completion rates and team communication over a month. Buy- in works wonders!

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Team Project Process Tools 105