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MAY 19, 2023

Users group. Wes Trochlil of Effective Database Management points out the power of users groups —a must-read if you work regularly with an AMS. Wes Trochlil of Effective Database Management points out the power of users groups —a must-read if you work regularly with an AMS. I expect to pass through life but once.

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NOVEMBER 3, 2023

I usually work with association industry partners on blog posts, case studies, and other content marketing pieces , but am open to learning about other interesting projects outside that scope. Since the pandemic, people are making more time for their personal interests and less for their work interests. Engagement marketing.

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Higher Logic

APRIL 9, 2020

I joined Higher Logic because I saw (and see) in them a company who is passionate about community networks and understands the power of engagement to transform businesses and the customer experience. The Search for a Company Who Understands the Power of Communities. With this view in mind, I chose Higher Logic.

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JULY 31, 2020

Please consider participating in Marketing General Inc.’s Lisa Block at Velvet Chainsaw Consulting suggests a list of questions to consider—about business model, meaningful engagement and content development—when planning a virtual conference. People are power scrubbing their way to a false sense of security about the coronavirus.

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Montana Revenue Innovation Case Study 362

NXUnite

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

As a company that’s powered by mission-driven investors, our team at NXUnite is excited to share our unique perspective and help you understand the role these groups are making. This financial support helps recipients expand operations, reach more people, and accelerate impact. Does impact investing make a difference?

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APRIL 9, 2021

oh yeah, that makes sense” trends about desktop vs. mobile traffic and the popularity of long-form content (yay!). Content barriers. I don’t work with companies who take the committee approach to content—it’s a huge red flag for frustrations down the road. Ideation session. Heavy workload. 4 is one of those “what? Event safety.

San Diego 370

San Diego Revenue Strategy Content 370

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MAY 26, 2023

To navigate change, companies need fear-free cultures of diverse people and mindsets led by leaders who continuously learn, incentivize and train for change and worship no sacred cows.” ― Rishad Tobaccowala Competing for members’ time. WBT Systems shares strategies for convincing people to commit time to their own professional development.

Technology 195

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JULY 23, 2021

Achurch Consulting explains why work/life boundaries are essential, especially for people working remotely. Different generations have a lot to teach each other, says WBT Systems. Marketing General Inc. 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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AUGUST 27, 2021

4 weeks from now, you could be in Nashville hanging around with people whose associations are rolling in non-dues revenue and people who want to emulate that success. Amanda Kaiser recommends making your exhibitors and sponsors true content partners. You can’t generalize about people of a certain age, young or old.

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JANUARY 15, 2021

Content/education strategy. In response to the pandemic, many associations hosted new virtual events, took down their members-only content paywall, and reduced fees for virtual conferences and education—changes that affect their membership value proposition. ASAE Gold Circle Awards. Forget “normal.” The future of chapters.

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Innovation Las Vegas Communications Education 359

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MARCH 5, 2021

WBT Systems explains how these boxes enhance the online course experience and provides ideas for box content and logistics. What do most people miss about going into the office, besides the occasional free donuts? What do most people miss about going into the office, besides the occasional free donuts? Membership campaigns.

North Carolina 370

North Carolina Certificate Strategy Case Study 370

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FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Self-care’ is a popular topic these days because so many people are stressed and burnt out. Self-care’ is a popular topic these days because so many people are stressed and burnt out. A must-read for content marketers: how to create a strategic editorial calendar. Kelsey Raymond, Content Marketing Institute ).

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APRIL 16, 2021

I liked this one from Jyrki Paananen, co-founder and COO of Brella, who said, “There’s almost an inflated volume of virtual events at the moment and it is challenging to make content the differentiator, so perhaps connections could be the new king.”. Member behavior. Education programs. Virtual event engagement. Digital accessibility.

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AUGUST 18, 2023

Brightfind’s guide to association websites is loaded with useful advice on 12 essential web elements for acquiring, engaging, retaining and converting users into loyal website visitors, customers and members. They’re a harmful practice for young people who need to learn how to cope in the real world. It’s a must-read. Silent auctions.

Certificate 195

Certificate Education Revenue Marketing 195

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MARCH 25, 2022

Generation N. If you were at ASAE TEC, you heard Brain Solis talk about the emergence of Generation N. If you were at ASAE TEC, you heard Brain Solis talk about the emergence of Generation N. Probably every reader of this blog is Gen N, a cross-generational consumer segment. Brain Food resources. You’re Gen N.

Revenue 195

Revenue Content Virginia Technology 195

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MARCH 11, 2022

Whenever Dean West, FASAE, takes a seat at his blog bar, you can expect a good read. The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Grassroots advocacy survey. The study assesses trends in grassroots and PAC influence tactics, as well as lawmaker responses to those influence tactics. Cryptocurrencies.

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LMS Revenue Los Angeles Newsletter 195

Socious

DECEMBER 8, 2016

When you started your customer community, you created the content, wrote the blogs, and encouraged your customers and prospective customers to join. But online communities are also built to encourage customer participation and customer-created content that informs and engages. You did all the work. It was all on you.

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JANUARY 10, 2020

One way to cut through information overload is to see what other people are reading. Mike Murray, Content Marketing Institute ). How to build a successful content marketing strategy from scratch. Many states here are starting to enact similar legislation and it’s only a matter of time before the feds follow suit.

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AUGUST 20, 2021

While reviewing their website traffic reports, they discovered a common theme in their five most popular blog posts: how to increase online learner and virtual attendee engagement. The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Online learner/virtual attendee engagement. Volunteer training.

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CMA Solutions

JANUARY 31, 2024

Through more than three decades, we discovered that construction clients like electric construction equipment manufacturer HEVI are looking to solve consistent industry problems such as needing a better look, better UI/UX, and more industry-focused content for SEO. Establishing a robust brand presence is crucial for success in construction.

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Industry Marketing Social Media New Jersey 64

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FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Don’t underestimate the power of a walk. 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…. Accepting reality. They urge associations to stop living in limbo and start planning virtual events for 2021.

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Revenue North Carolina Industry Technology 370

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JANUARY 22, 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…. Virtual networking incubator. Applications are open until January 29. Because there’s always time to learn, right? Associations in 2021. Quick hits.

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Innovation Communications Education Strategy 370

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JUNE 23, 2023

If you want to attract and retain exceptional talent, you must provide a supportive environment where people achieve both personal and professional fulfillment. As Sheri Jacobs and Lisa Boylan say, AI policies “serve as essential guardrails, guiding associations on how to manage and harness the power of AI technology effectively.”

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Metro Strategy Technology Marketing 195

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MAY 7, 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…. Research on associations. Credentialing on the blockchain. Intriguing. Association myths. repeatedly when reading this one. Virtual audience. Mark Schaefer ).

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Technology St. Louis Strategy Products 370

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JUNE 25, 2021

They describe how the Association General Contractors of America shares this data with its chapters, provides resources to help them improve performance, and supports their growth with chapter leader training and development. Most of the people I know who exhibited at virtual conferences this past year were not pleased with the results.

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LMS Revenue Tips America 361

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JANUARY 25, 2019

Don’t fall for sensational generational learning myths. WBT Systems explains what you really need to think about when developing and marketing education for all generations. WBT Systems explains what you really need to think about when developing and marketing education for all generations. So enlightening, I kid you not.

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Chicago DC Content Washington 170

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OCTOBER 22, 2021

I understand why people love working from home since I’ve been doing it for more than a decade, but I also see how it can cause issues if your organization doesn’t overcome the common culture and management challenges of remote work. Content marketing. So excited! Early bird ends Wednesday so chop chop. Remote work shortcomings.

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San Diego Education Social Media Content 195

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JUNE 26, 2020

As some associations canceled in-person conferences and made the switch to virtual, two association teams found themselves owning different elements of the experience—the meetings team handled the content while the education team managed the platform. There’s much work to be done and I hope that at last we’re all ready to do it.

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Montana Conference Content Education 370

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JULY 16, 2021

Pseudo-science generational labels. I’ve written frequently over the years about generations but now, thanks to this open letter to the Pew Research Center from Professor Philip N. How to create an editorial calendar that will streamline your content strategy. Online education revenue. Hybrid advocacy. Young professionals.

Revenue 195

Revenue Video Strategy Industry 195

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MARCH 4, 2022

Achurch Consulting explains how people working remotely can take a strategic approach to enhancing their career wellness. . The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. If you’d like updates from Ukraine plus expert commentary, I created a Twitter list of Ukraine journalists, academics and others.

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Class Certificate Content Committee 195

Forj

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Several years ago on this blog, we reviewed two web-based content development apps: Claro (from domiKnow) and Composica. Rather than list out what all is included, we wanted to focus on a few key features that you might not find in your current content development app. Flash (may it rest in peace), and Java are not necessary.

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MAY 1, 2020

But after attending MemberSuite’s The Echo Virtual Summit (powered by VirBELA), I am sold. In virtual worlds, users feel like they are at a place together and that place is persistent. So, I’m sorry or you’re welcome, whichever one applies. Virtual worlds for association events. Chapter virtual education.

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North Carolina Revenue Strategy Education 273

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JANUARY 14, 2022

His piece gives you a general flavor for what’s going on out there. 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. Calling all CAEs! The results should be interesting. Feedback loops.

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Team Technology Certificate Revenue 195

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APRIL 1, 2022

I want to do a better job of sharing podcast episodes I like, so here’s a good one: The Association Podcast, episode 34 featuring Rob Miller, CAE, general manager of NimbleAMS and Gravitate at Community Brands. The people returning to the office aren’t the same ones who left, but you probably know that already. Career changers.

Revenue 195

Revenue Technology Education Video 195

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OCTOBER 16, 2020

Content audit. If you’re thinking about doing a content audit as preparation for developing a content strategy, Hilary Marsh shares a content audit planning worksheet and issues to consider before diving in. If you’re a home cook, check out the weekly In The Kitchen posts on my Grabbing the Gusto blog. What to do?

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Indiana Review Education Conference 221

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JANUARY 21, 2022

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Membership survey. Please participate in MGI’s 14 th annual Membership Marketing Benchmarking Survey , our industry’s most comprehensive and valuable study on membership marketing. The more data MGI collects for this study, the richer the results for everyone.

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Survey Newsletter Price Technology 195

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JULY 24, 2020

Online learning is getting a bum rap because many people are equating it with the emergency remote instruction received by school-age kids and college students this spring. It’s “a planning method that helps people and organizations figure out how to create their preferred future.” For many of us, the answer is a resounding “Yes.”

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