Reid All About it

JUNE 2, 2023

Membership. Although Amanda Kaiser says this post is about how her book came to be , it’s really a valuable lesson about defining membership value and engagement. The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.”

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Reid All About it

JUNE 18, 2021

Membership committees. Is it difficult to find members to serve on your membership committee? MemberSuite discusses the challenges faced by staff in charge of membership committees and suggests ways you can make improvements by revamping (or retiring) your membership committee. Good advice never goes out of style.

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MemberClicks

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Here, we’ll cover the key steps for how to create a job board, including best practices, tips for SEO optimization, and how to choose the right job board software. It’s used by both job seekers and employers and often includes a resume database and built-in functionality to send applications within the website.

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Hilary Marsh explains the why, what, and how of content calendars and how to choose the best one for your organization. Live sunsets around the world , in case you work right through yours. The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Grassroots advocacy. Project success stories.

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 29, 2021

Membership survey. Monday (2/1) is the last day to participate in Marketing General Incorporated’s (MGI) 2021 Membership Marketing Benchmarking Survey. Wes Trochlil, Effective Database Management ). Membership pro tip: offer bite-size engagement to new members. Online learner engagement. Managing remote teams.

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Reid All About it

JULY 2, 2021

Subscribe to Blog via Email. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Peer advisory groups. When I worked at NAHB, I always thought the Builder 20 clubs were such a great idea. Crazy good.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Wes Trochlil at Effective Database Management describes the benefit of belonging to an AMS users group : you can “tap tens if not hundreds of other organizations that are using the same or similar software.” Amanda Lea Kaiser ) Two mobile engagement strategies to help your association increase Gen Z and millennial membership.

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MemberClicks

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Relationships are at the core of all associations and chambers of commerce — and membership software makes it easier for them to build those relationships. Membership management software helps organizations maximize their income by optimizing event revenue and automating membership renewals. Membership software FAQ.

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MemberClicks

OCTOBER 6, 2022

From purely administrative duties like processing dues to actually engaging one-on-one with members, you know all too well the amount of time and effort that goes into every aspect of managing your membership. The Elements of Membership Management. Let’s unpack all the activities that go into proper membership management.

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Higher Logic

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

The sooner associations wake up to the reality that their multigenerational membership base isn’t going to retain itself with an outdated communications strategy, the sooner they can break through to emerging generations and maximize overall engagement and retention. 10 Association Communications Stats + Membership Tips. Yesterday.].

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Higher Logic

MAY 1, 2018

When you’re looking at your next event, plan on including these five expert strategies to ensure your event is smoother and more successful than your last: Choose the right event software. Integrate membership benefits. Choose the Right Event Software. Support online community spaces.

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Wild Apricot

APRIL 4, 2011

This is the final post in our 3-part Membership Database Selection blog series. In Part 3 we’re suggesting the steps you can follow to choose the right solution.( Part 1 explained how to identify your specific needs and Part 2 offered an overview of the possible software or system choices. read more ).

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MemberClicks

MARCH 28, 2023

For that reason, fostering an online community has become non-negotiable for organizations looking to connect, engage and grow their membership. We’ll explore the basics of online community software, review some of the top platforms available and provide tips on how to choose the right one for your organization’s needs.

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Reid All About it

MAY 21, 2021

If you’re a home cook, check out the weekly (or sometimes fortnightly) In The Kitchen posts on my Grabbing the Gusto blog. The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Niche conferences. The riches are in the niches, says WBT Systems. Intellectual humility and curiosity. Conference design.

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GrowthZone

MARCH 23, 2021

Guest Blog by Kyle Sexton. Currently, your membership organization is likely relying on virtual programming that drives traffic to your website. It’s not a literal half-page, but it sure sounds desirable to a sponsor, right? The right technology can simplify your website. Offer Choices in Website Sponsorship.

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Higher Logic

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

Association Management Software (AMS) is the go-to software tool for membership management and is incredibly valuable. For associations who are prioritizing more efficient membership management, an AMS is generally the best option. Specialized Associations and Associations with Finite Membership.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 23, 2021

If you’re a home cook, check out the weekly In The Kitchen posts on my Grabbing the Gusto blog. The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Member communications. The survey closes Friday, April 30. Participants get the first look at the report in July. Spring cleaning association-style.

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Revenue Strategy Content Education 370

MemberClicks

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Nonprofit membership software is the superhero of nonprofit operations and membership management. It streamlines how you connect with your members, makes your staff’s lives a million times simpler, and optimizes your membership strategy for growth. What is nonprofit membership software? Short-term benefits.

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Spark Consulting

APRIL 13, 2017

As I discussed in the last post in this series , membership is all about relationship building. Membership *is* a relationship, and both parties (the association and the prospective or new member) need to gradually increase cost, commitment, effort, and knowledge.

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Reid All About it

JULY 9, 2021

At the Velvet Chainsaw Consulting blog, Sarah Michel thinks they’ve cracked the code on digital networking. At the Velvet Chainsaw Consulting blog, Sarah Michel thinks they’ve cracked the code on digital networking. If you’re a home cook, check out the irregularly published In The Kitchen posts on my Grabbing the Gusto blog.

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MemberClicks

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Based on a recent Marketing General report , associations that saw spikes in new membership or member renewal rates 80% or higher in the last five years said their value proposition was compelling or very compelling. But creating a membership marketing strategy from scratch can be a daunting task.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

This week kicks off with a webinar you won’t want to miss: Elizabeth Engel and Shelly Alcorn discussing their insightful new report, The Association Role in the New Education Paradigm. Elizabeth and Shelly share the stories of some associations that are already doing that. Intrigued but not into reading a paper? Or, register for the webinar below.

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Aptify

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

In this blog, you’ll find more details about these six things that you can do to help keep your member data secure and stay in compliance with data privacy laws. Choosing membership management software with a full set of applications will help your entire organization manage member data in one location. In the U.S.,

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Reid All About it

JULY 14, 2017

Digital entrepreneurs are discovering how to make lots of money in what was once association territory: online courses and membership communities. Make sure you have the technology to defend and enhance your membership turf. Aptify describes five signs you better reevaluate your membership database or AMS. 1 CAE credit.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 25, 2017

Follow that link to Amanda’s blog to learn how your association can participate and find out more about this important survey. Host: Event Manager Blog. In both my association jobs, I worked closely with our state and local affiliated associations. Check it out, CRPs! Start thinking about it because soon it will be here. 1 CMP credit.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 25, 2021

If you’re a home cook, check out the irregularly published In The Kitchen posts on my Grabbing the Gusto blog. The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Chapter benchmarking data. Billhighway explains what to do with benchmarking data you collect from chapters. Virtual expo. Exhibitors.

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LMS Revenue Tips America 361

WBT Systems

OCTOBER 25, 2017

How could it affect your business model, membership model, and the products and services you offer? An entire segment of your professional community—the freelancers—may not be involved with your association because of financial, schedule, or membership restrictions. And, Intuit estimated that by 2020, 43 percent of the U.S.

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Fonteva

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Regardless of the size or type of membership program that your organization offers, every association can greatly benefit from the implementation of a membership directory. Like association management systems , these databases are quickly becoming essential tools for every membership organization.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 19, 2019

Some quick hits before we get to next week’s free webinars: 14 event planning blogs you should follow—they mention this one because of Association Brain Food Weekly. The report reveals best practices in new member engagement, onboarding, orientation and retention, along with expert video commentary from Amanda Kaiser. Dee McCurry, Ex Ordo ).

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Jamie Notter of Propel says it right up front so no spoilers here: “to make your strategic plan a living document , you re-write it every three months, and you let everyone in the organization edit it.” From blog posts to case studies, find out exactly what content marketers create for each stage of their content marketing funnel.

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 7, 2018

Check out the tips, habits and tools recommended by several successful association professionals over at the WBT Systems blog. Check out the tips, habits and tools recommended by several successful association professionals over at the WBT Systems blog. How does any association professional juggle everything on their to-do list?

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 14, 2022

Honestly, some of this went right over my head, but the more I read about the metaverse, web3, and crypto, the more it’s sinking in. On the Event Garde blog, she explains what’s gone wrong for many associations and how to fix it. The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. CAE survey.

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MemberClicks

AUGUST 1, 2023

This blog will cover the essentials for starting your association including: What is an Association 8 Steps to Start an Association What is an Association? Creating an association can feel like a complicated and daunting process, but it doesn’t have to be! An association is a group of people unified by a cause or specific purpose.

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Fonteva

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

At a time when work, play, and everyday life are being carried out online, it’s more important than ever to choose the right platform for your membership database. After all , while you may not be seeing your members every day, your membership website is the gateway through which they see you. Let’s dive in.

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MemberClicks

APRIL 4, 2023

Having a membership site that looks beautiful, is easy to navigate and loads properly is key. A well-designed membership website will elevate your mission, engage members and help win over potential members. If you’re interested in creating or updating your member website, a membership site builder can help.

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Fonteva

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

As your association grows, your requirements for your membership software grow, too — so much so that you’ve outgrown your current membership management solution! After congratulating your members on another successful year, it’s time to get to work with your association leadership team and find your next membership management system.

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WBT Systems

MAY 31, 2016

With over 600 LMS vendors providing solutions for a variety of education technology needs, from generic to niche solutions, open source to proprietary platforms – how can you be sure that you have the right learning solution for your association? When is it time to look for a new Association LMS? Are Your Learners Frustrated?

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