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How Associations Can Adapt to Remote Work Quickly

Association Adviser

There’s little doubt that the COVID-19 epidemic has caused our world to change, seemingly in the blink of an eye. Two weeks ago, the majority of Americans were going about their lives: commuting to work, traveling to conferences and attending office happy hours. And then, it all just stopped. According to Global Workplace Analytics, approximately […].

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Help Members Cope with the Economic Impact of COVID-19

WBT Systems

Help Members Cope with the Economic Impact of COVID-19. Read more about Help Members Cope with the Economic Impact of COVID-19.

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Leading During an Epidemic: Communicating With Staff and Members

Associations Now

COVID-19 has placed new pressures on association leaders. How do you communicate with staff and members? What do you hold off on or prioritize? Three CEOs share their stories. “The biggest challenge is there’s so many uncertainties,” says Bill Schankel, CAE, interim CEO of NAFA, an association of vehicle fleet managers. He’s talking about the coronavirus epidemic, of course, and his concern is a common one among association executives lately.

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4 communication tips for small-staff associations during a health crisis 

YourMembership

While you hoped that you would never have to experience a crisis impacting your association, here you are. Every day brings more uncertainty with the spread of Coronavirus and your association has a need to expand your communication. Here are four communication tips to assist small-staff associations in displaying responsiveness, partnership and kindness.

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How to Increase Membership Renewal

Dive deep into essential elements that drive member retention. Learn why members may hesitate to renew. Discover actionable techniques to encourage their return and foster lasting engagement. Uncover reasons members choose not to renew. Learn effective tactics to elevate member engagement and communication. Explore methods to encourage member renewal and active participation in your association Download now to take charge of your membership retention strategy!

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Associations Need More COVID-19 Aid, ASAE Says

Associations Now

Provisions to Watch ASAE has a one-pager outlining relevant provisions of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act that were being watched by associations and nonprofit groups. Read more [PDF]. Relief for membership associations reeling from event cancellations and other business disruptions amid the coronavirus pandemic was not included in the Senate bill passed Wednesday night.

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49 Free Nonprofit Webinars for April 2020

Wild Apricot

Here are all the free nonprofit webinars happening in April 2020 that the Internet has to offer.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 3.27.20

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… The Virtual Conferences Survey from Tagoras comes at an opportune time since virtual events are on everyone’s mind. It doesn’t matter if your association is a virtual conference pro, thinking about jumping in, or not likely to do anything with virtual conferences, they still would love for you to participate.

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Webinar Recap: Attracting Young Professionals to Your Association

Higher Logic

To attract young professionals to your association, you have to understand what matters to them in their early career stages and what really drives them to succeed. Wondering how to get in the mindset of a young professional in today’s world? This week, Higher Logic teamed up with Community Brands to host a webinar on just that – strategizing for the next generation.

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An Office of One: Todd Reade, Alberta Association of Landscape Architects

Association Adviser

We caught up with Todd Reade, executive director, to chat about his work in the association sector, how he balances simultaneous roles at two associations, and what it’s like to work as a staff of one at AALA. The post An Office of One: Todd Reade, Alberta Association of Landscape Architects appeared first on Association Adviser.

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How to Create a Winning Event Marketing Strategy

Events hold the power to create lasting impressions and meaningful connections. They are not only occasions for celebration but also valuable marketing opportunities. Event marketing has become an essential component of successful business strategies, enabling organizations to engage with their target audience and create memorable experiences. However, behind every successful event lies a well-thought-out marketing strategy.

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What To Do If You Have to Cancel Your Event

Wild Apricot

Is your nonprofit forced to cancel your events in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic? Here's how to handle it, and 3 options for what to do instead.

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Families First Coronavirus Response Act

GrowthZone

On March 18, 2020, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the FFCRA) was signed into law. The FFCRA seeks to assist employees impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19) and applies to employers with fewer than 500 employees , which likely includes your associations and many of the members and businesses you serve. Familiarity with the provisions of the FFCRA can further position associations as a valued resource during these and rapidly changing times.

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10 Ways to Learn with Higher Logic

Higher Logic

Here at Higher Logic, we’re passionate about lifelong learning and dedicated to providing resources to drive our customers’ to achieve their goals. Education is the foundation of success. But the thing about knowledge is: You have to want it. According to research : “ Lifelong learning is the ‘ongoing, voluntary, and self-motivated’ pursuit of knowledge for either personal or professional reasons.

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5 Tips to Stay Healthy While Working Remotely

Achurch

Working from home inherently has some perks that can help reduce stress. Rush hour? What’s that? Figuring out your wardrobe for the day? Who cares what you’re wearing! Temperature in the office not to your liking? Now you have complete control! With so many benefits, it is easy to overlook possible pitfalls that can negatively impact your physical and mental health.

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The Ultimate Guide to Monetizing Customer Learning

Every decision that goes into your learning monetization strategy matters for your organization’s bottom line. Our research has shown a clear correlation between high program maturity (and ROI!) and choosing the right monetization strategy. This eBook contains clear, actionable ways to approach packaging and pricing models that will help your association grow revenue, improve profitability, and drive expansion into new markets.

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Association leaders, the time to experiment is right now

Association Success

Right now, as we face the global pandemic that is COVID-19, our environment offers both the best reason and the best opportunity we’ve ever had for our industry to rapidly experiment with a purpose of spawning transformation and building resiliency. Right now, we should start planning and executing simple business experiments, carry forward the successes, and make them our new normal.

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Tips for Association Video Conferencing from Home

GrowthZone

When it comes to videoconferencing, the fact of the matter is, you can’t avoid it forever. Set yourself up for success, so the only thing you’ll have to think about is making sure you look presentable. Use these suggestions to get started. LIGHTING. Avoid fluorescent lights and/or overhead lighting at all costs, unless you like to look like you have shadows under your eyes.

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Tips for Hosting a Successful Virtual Event From a Group That Did It

Associations Now

After CoreNet Global postponed its Global Summit in Singapore due to coronavirus, the association created a free virtual summit. With a successful meeting behind them, CoreNet’s CEO shares some advice for those wanting to host a virtual event of their own. Five weeks out from its Global Summit, which was scheduled to take place in Singapore in early March, CoreNet Global found itself having to make a decision many associations have faced in recent weeks: Should it cancel the event due to

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This Is the Perfect Time to Question What an Association Is

Smooth The Path

I live in a fairly rural, farm town in Pennsylvania, so imagine my surprise when a relatively new company a few miles away from my home office made national news. Eight Oaks Farm Distillery has been growing a following for their spirits, but in light of the COVID-19 virus, the owners stopped production and started making hand sanitizer. Take a peek at this three-minute video from CNN.

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2024 Association Survey Results Report

2024 Association Survey Results Report For the 10th year, association professionals across the U.S. and Canada provided a look at the inner workings of their organizations when they replied to GrowthZone’s annual survey. Read the 2024 survey results report to see how your association compares: Top Challenges Retention Rates Non-Renewal Reasons Automatic Renewals Reinstatement Strategies Member Engagement Changes & Strategies Why Members Join Non-Dues Revenue Sources Dues Increases, and more

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How to manage stress during the COVID-19 pandemic

Association Success

Perhaps one of the most concerning effects of the coronavirus is the heightened levels of cortisol pumping through all of our veins during uncertain times. Put another way: Stress. With a global economic meltdown, job insecurity and social distancing, we’re all facing difficult times. We are social creatures; we need conversation and connections to keep us motivated and fulfilled.

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How to Create a LinkedIn Group for Associations

GrowthZone

LinkedIn Groups provide an arena for professionals with similar interests or working in the same industry to share insights, ask questions, and foster connections. This is a valuable opportunity for associations to connect with members and prospective members. To create a group for your organization, you’ll need to use your personal LinkedIn account (company pages can’t create or form groups).

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Email Marketing Do’s and Don’ts During COVID-19

Associations Now

What to do and what to avoid when it comes to connecting with your audience during the current public health crisis. Have you been flooded with emails from what feels like every place you’ve ever bought a cookie? To be sure, some of the correspondence is welcome and quite helpful. It’s your favorite Italian restaurant letting you know they remain open for takeout and delivery or the travel company sending you information on how to easily cancel your upcoming trip to Spain.

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Finding New Ways to Engage Members Online During the COVID-19 Crisis

Membersuite

In the midst of social distancing, quarantines, and lockdowns, your members’ need for social connection and community is growing. This is a good time for your association to experiment with new ways of engaging members online. Here are ideas to help.

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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker

Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.

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How should associations face COVID-19?

Association Success

Since the World Health Organization declared the novel coronavirus outbreak a global pandemic, we have seen an unmistakable impact on not only public health, but also on the global economy. With the world attempting to sail through these uncharted waters, we know professionals will turn to their associations for answers. But how should associations handle the COVID-19 outbreak?

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Ban the Boring Virtual Meeting

Mariner Management

Most predictions put the use of, and the reliance on, digital meetings and work as rapidly increasing. The good news is that the skills we are madly improving in this time of physical-distancing will be useful long after the virus’ hold on us has ended. One set of skills I know we’ll be using are those needed for creating effective virtual meetings and work.

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How to Nurture Sponsor Relationships Amid Virus Cancellations

Associations Now

COVID-19 has spurred organizations to work remotely, schools to close, and conferences to cancel. Amid the uncertainty, it’s time to talk to your sponsors about what you’re doing and offer them ways to still bring value to your members. ASAE Coronavirus Resources ASAE has compiled an Issue Roundup with resources on coronavirus for associations, including webcasts and more.

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How to Settle into Working from Home

Smooth The Path

Seven years ago, I left a highly collaborative team office environment and started working from home alone. What a change! Since then, I’ve learned a few things about how to take care of yourself when you live and work in the same place. Here are my tips. Isolation. You may have noticed that working from home can be lonely. In my experience, this is normal.

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SME Relationships: Proven Solutions for Seamless Collaboration and Success

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!