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Members Hire Strategic Solutions

Potomac Core

Through a flexible planning process, Associations energize their Boards to do big things : Focus and unite on data. Once the process is complete, Associations regularly: Report to members on alignment with the metrics and KPIs that help them overcome uncertainty and succeed. Creating the climate for change.

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Social Media Roundup: Your Challenges Are Bigger Than Millennials

Associations Now

An association pro declares the era of blaming millennials is over. Millennials have been accused of having tech-addled attention spans and a sense of self-importance, but when looking for the real source of problems, the answer often lies within. From the blog: The Problem Isn’t Millennials [link]. ” (ht @ ewengel ).

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Interview: The Fusion of Technology, Data, and Regulations in Commercial Real Estate with Chris Atkinson

AvidXchange: Association Management

The 440% revenue growth from 2011 to mid-2014 led to StrikeIron’s successful acquisition by Informatica. Consumerism: Millennials are beginning to overtake Baby Boomers and are becoming substantial real estate consumers. The transition from Baby Boom investors to Millennial investors could be a difficult adjustment for some businesses.

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Social Media Roundup: How to Reel In the Membership Renewals

Associations Now

Plus: There are 71 million millennials worldwide—making it a big pool to sift through when looking to boost the membership count. — Capterra Member Mgmt (@CapterraMemMgmt) January 6, 2014. Here’s a resolution to add to your 2014 list: Don’t give up! — Silverbear (@SilverbearLtd) January 6, 2014.

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The Technological Divide: Leap or Fall?

Association Adviser

Gen Y or Millennials. Be straightforward and focus on results rather than process; avoid “back in my day…” Emphasize reasons for change and let them know you’re there to help; act on that promise. Copyright 2014 Hubler for Business Families. ” Traditionalists. Baby Boomers. Generation X. Optimistic.

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Are Associations Ready to REALLY Help Youth Worldwide?

Association Subculture

When it comes to Generation Y, Millennials (and now Generation Z or whatever we decide to call them :D) the media tends to have its narrative pretty well set. Citizen Participation : Actual participation in democratic processes is considered one indicator of the overall well being of any individual.

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Friday Buzz: The City With the Best Wireless (Hint: It’s Windy)

Associations Now

Also: why your association should prioritize community managers in the hiring process. — maggielmcg (@maggielmcg) November 14, 2014. Writing on her Mizz Information blog, Maggie McGary suggests that associations should take a cue from startups and prioritize community managers in the hiring process.