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DECEMBER 9, 2016

A few months ago while interviewing two hospice volunteers, both Korean War vets, for an article about vet-to-vet hospice volunteer programs , I heard the same advice. – The Power of Blogging & Thought Leadership for Nonprofits. Learn how to raise awareness and increase engagement by using blogging tools.

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DECEMBER 6, 2011

Blogs are not dead! The first talks about the state of blog reading and writing today and why blogs are a good idea for associations. The first talks about the state of blog reading and writing today and why blogs are a good idea for associations. Blogger Summit. Yeah, not many. Ellis at Energize, Inc.

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AUGUST 18, 2017

Connect with fellow Component/Chapter Relations Professionals (CRPs) to network and discuss current chapter challenges, such as how to measure and increase the health of chapters; best practices for chapter operations (volunteer tools, processes, etc.); Follow Blog via Email. Lunch provided. 1 CAE credit. Duration: 1 hour.

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JULY 1, 2016

The Editors’ Blogs are always worth reading as are the daily Buzz articles. The DelCor Connection : If you want to receive regular advice about technology strategy and management from the DelCor consultants, subscribe to this blog. <Creative Commons licensed photo by Mehal Shah > Tagged: Brain Food.

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AUGUST 25, 2010

In a recent post on their blog, Piasecznyr PR very kindly quoted our post about making life easier for volunteers, and linked in turn to a great quiz from Women's Day. It's ten simple questions that help you identify the kind of volunteer work you personally might enjoy. read more ). read more ).

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Associations Now

JANUARY 15, 2020

That includes knowing how to respond to any mention of your organization on social channels, writes digital marketing manager Chloe West for the Sprout Social blog. Do your volunteers have little to do? Andrea Holthouser breaks down how to offer more opportunities on the Network for Good blog. Other Links of Note. SEO tips.

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MARCH 4, 2016

Montgomery County, MD Idea Swap: The discussion will cover text messaging, virtual learning opportunities, virtual exhibit hall, micro- or ad hoc volunteering and other ideas that may be more appealing to younger professionals. – Best Practices: Blogging Your Brand. Delve deeper into the best practices of blogging your brand.

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MARCH 1, 2012

The online community is likely very different than the volunteer leadership culture you’re used to. Please read the rest of this post at the Avectra blog. Tagged: Association , Basics , Content Marketing , Web and Social Media , Writing & Blogging. Understand your audience’s culture. Photo by David Lofink/Flickr.

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Wild Apricot

APRIL 28, 2010

Social Media once again ranked as the top category for blog posts, reports, articles and news stories submitted to and voted on by visitors to Association Jam this month, but Leadership and Events both tagged along very close behind. Tags: Associations Non-profit technology nptech Association Jam. Rosetta Thurman.( read more ).

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Wild Apricot

MAY 31, 2010

Even as we move toward the lazy days of summer, when the pace traditionally slows down a bit, there’s still a great variety of free online presentations and seminars on tap for fundraisers, board members, administrators, active volunteers and volunteer coordinators. read more ).

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JUNE 30, 2017

Google Analytics isn’t my thing, but if it’s yours, this A-to-Z guide on The Convince & Convert Blog explains the basics of Google Analytics in language (and action items) that content marketers will understand. Follow Blog via Email. Creative Commons image by Melissa Newkirk Tagged: Brain Food. Lunch provided.

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APRIL 20, 2011

In March I went to Chicago to speak to a group of association volunteer leaders about creating and nurturing an online community – Community 2.0 – PowerPoint or PDF version with slide notes. Last week I spoke to a group of association professionals here in North Carolina on the basics of blogging – And Now You Want Us to Blog Too?

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Wild Apricot

SEPTEMBER 2, 2010

Blog posts and articles on Leadership and Social Media topped the active topics at AssociationJam.org last month. Fundraising, Membership, Technology, and Volunteers were tied for third. Events came in close behind, as association professionals were all geared up for ASAE10. Here are the most popular links at “AJam” in August 2010.(

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OCTOBER 26, 2010

Blog posts and articles on Technology , Social Media and Leadership stories came out on top at AssociationJam.org this month, in terms of the numbers of submissions, views and reader votes, with Fundraising, Volunteers and Membership not far behind. read more ).

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NOVEMBER 17, 2017

Hear about some of the great chapter ideas and insights shared at CEX by Component Relations Professionals (CRPs)—including new chapter models, association language, volunteering, training, new ways of engagement, and much more. HTML: Follow Blog via Email. Creative Commons licensed photo by Aaron Burden Tagged: Brain Food.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2010

I learned through comments and tweets that most people aren’t reading or visiting blogs on the weekends. My blog traffic is quieter on the weekends so that proves that point. But for those oddballs like me out there, here’s a quick peek at some of my recent guest posts on other blogs.

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Wild Apricot

JULY 27, 2010

Blog posts and articles on Fundraising, Leadership, and Membership topped the active topics at AssociationJam.org this month, in terms of the numbers of submissions, views and reader votes, while the Volunteers, Technology, and Social Media came in almost as strong. read more ). read more ).

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APRIL 28, 2017

I keep meaning to write a blog post about that but you know how that goes. Discover how micro-volunteering increases member satisfaction, engagement, and retention while lowering staff administrative efforts. Follow Blog via Email. Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email.

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Wild Apricot

MAY 27, 2010

Blog posts and articles on Fundraising, Membership, and Social Media topped the active topics at AssociationJam.org this month, in terms of the numbers of submissions, views and reader votes. Tags: Associations Non-profit technology General non-profit interest nptech case studies Non-profit Communications Association Jam. read more ).

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MARCH 15, 2012

While volunteering in two different museums, I overheard many staff conversations: they worry about the same things we do. When I read the blogs of museum professionals, I’m struck by how much we’re wrestling with some of the same issues. Please read the rest of this post about websites as industry hubs at the Avectra blog.

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Wild Apricot

MARCH 30, 2010

Blog posts and articles on Leadership and Social Media topped the active topics at AssociationJam.org this month, in terms of the numbers of submissions, views and reader votes. Events and Fundraising came in close behind, followed by Membership, Technology, Volunteers and the catch-all “Other” category. read more ). read more ).

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Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

This month’s guest blog post is by Jamie Notter , founding partner, WorkXO. I think a lot of associations have a love/hate relationship with their volunteers. But there is also the shadow side of volunteers. Yes, there is a culture for volunteers. And I’m not saying all volunteer cultures are bad.

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MAY 5, 2017

I used to read lots of food blogs but I got sick of the invasive advertising. How Top Nonprofits Get Volunteers to Sustain Their Service. Many well-intentioned volunteer appreciation tactics actually end up demotivating people. Presenter: Barry Altland, author, Engaging the Head, Heart and Hands of a Volunteer.

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JANUARY 12, 2018

Peggy Hoffman shared some ideas on a recent Billhighway webinar on how to reinvigorate your chapters by creating more appealing volunteer opportunities and building a chapter leadership pipeline. But I’ve been thinking, a list of this type is not professionally on topic for this blog. Follow Blog via Email. Lunch provided.

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DECEMBER 29, 2015

This month’s guest blog post is by Anne Bonney. Event planners have to rely on the help of vendors, staff and sometimes volunteers to make an event successful. PROVIDE ALL THE INFORMATION: Create a template for your vendors, staff and volunteers that has all relevant information. Anne Bonney.

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NOVEMBER 4, 2016

I’ve always been interested in how people develop habits, and how associations can encourage members to build “association habits” – participating in an online community, checking an app, reading a blog, or whatever action ties the member more tightly to the association. Social Media and Volunteer Engagement. Follow Blog via Email.

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Wild Apricot

JANUARY 27, 2010

And appropriately enough, Association Jam's overall top-voted story for the first month of 2010 was Jeff De Cagna's Top Ten 2010 Trends for Associations at Principled Innovation Blog : Not predictions, he says, but "informed estimates of emerging issues" most likely to shape the business environment for associations through the.( read more ).

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Aaron Wolowiec

MARCH 11, 2014

As a working mom, it’s sometimes hard to manage professional and personal commitments, but new federal government data suggest that we working moms volunteer the most. million people volunteered at least once from September 2012 to September 2013, averaging 50 hours. And, as mentioned above, women volunteered more than men.

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DECEMBER 22, 2017

Connect with fellow Component/Chapter Relations Professionals (CRPs) to network and discuss current chapter challenges, such as how to measure and increase the health of chapters; best practices for chapter operations (volunteer tools, processes, etc.); Follow Blog via Email. Tagged: Brain Food. Lunch provided. 1 CAE credit.

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MARCH 15, 2013

I rely on Reader to catch up on anything I missed from my favorite blogs and sites. Alternatives to Google Reader – Which One Will You Use – Comment Call (Online Journalism Blog) . Hmm, is she relaxing or volunteering? Tagged: Content Marketing , Marketing , Membership , Web and Social Media. Happy Friday!

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Wild Apricot

JULY 2, 2009

In the spirit of " 30 Great Links for Associations ," here are some of the most popular blog posts, articles, presentations, and other web resources submitted to AssociationJam.org in June 2009 — one hot link from each topic category: Membership , Events , Board , Volunteers , Fundraising , Social Media , Technology , Other and, of course, Fun!

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Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 29, 2014

This month’s guest blog post is by Mark Athitakis , a contributing editor for Associations Now. As a reminder, if you’re interested in submitting a guest post for our blog, please contact Kristen Parker at Kristen@eventgarde.com. Having volunteers is great, but you need more than people who are looking for a sense of purpose.

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FEBRUARY 29, 2012

YourMembership.com Blog. No matter what your industry, you want strong, competent people working (and volunteering) for you. You want your employees (and volunteers) to represent you professionally and with such vigor and conviction that their energy is contagious and people want to be a part of what they are a part of.

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YourMembership

FEBRUARY 21, 2012

YourMembership.com Blog. If your member-base joins largely for the social aspect, allow them to have some fun before asking them to volunteer. People support what they are a part of but it is difficult to answer the call to volunteer when you’re still waiting to feel the connection. Add-On Products. News + Press.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2017

After all, I used to volunteer at the National Gallery of Art, la dee dah. Engage Volunteers in New Ways. Follow Blog via Email. Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. <Creative Norman Rockwell said that, and today’s his birthday. Tue 2/7 at 2 p.m.

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YourMembership

MAY 1, 2012

YourMembership.com Blog. Every employee or volunteer has a secret identity as well. There are things they do in their “off time” that can help (or hurt, but that’s a different blog post) your organization. Tags: engaging members , member community , retaining members. Add-On Products. News + Press.

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Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

This week’s guest blog post includes excerpts from “ What’s Out, What’s In: Association Edition, ” by Julie Shoop, editor of Associations Now. Volunteers. In: Micro-volunteering. Micro-volunteering is emerging as a smart way to expand your volunteer pool and build engagement among your less connected members.

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