Higher Logic
NOVEMBER 24, 2015
As I've blogged about before , I see social networking for businesses as encompassing four quadrants: public social media, social CRM to collect data, social software in the workplace (intranet) and externally facing social software (an open online community). As I detailed in that post, there are many opportunities for companies to leverage multiple social networking elements, especially through an online community.
Wild Apricot
NOVEMBER 24, 2015
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Mariner
NOVEMBER 24, 2015
Let us spread the word: thank-you. For when we do, we show appreciation, caring, empathy, love and kindness. And so Peter, Carol and I say. Thank-you!
Socious
NOVEMBER 24, 2015
So, you are considering building an online customer community , but where do you start? What is it going to take?
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Portage Group
NOVEMBER 26, 2015
So many associations don’t do enough to toot their own horn. In my mind those that are successful at keeping their members in the loop so that they are crystal clear about the results the association is getting on their behalf is one of the most critical factors that separate the good from the awesome in the association world. Here are a few rules of thumb to consider when it comes to tooting your own horn: 1.
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Eric Lanke
NOVEMBER 23, 2015
A couple of weeks ago I was talking about Action Plans , the third of three nested elements that make up our association's Operational Plan. I said that one of the questions I typically get asked about our Action Plans was: Who's in charge of these action plans? What happens when they are behind schedule or not progressing at all? Who do you hold accountable?
Jamie Notter
NOVEMBER 25, 2015
There is a game we play when organizations hire people, and it's not really serving us. The game centers around what it's REALLY like to work there. In this game, the organization has an interest in spinning the positive. They are trying to attract the best talent, after all, so they put the accent on things that they think the candidates will like.
Associations Now
NOVEMBER 25, 2015
The American Association for the Advancement of Science has set a lofty goal: 500,000 members. Such radical growth requires full-scale re-envisioning of how the organization conducts its membership operations. Here’s how AAAS plans to get there. In 2014, the American Association for the Advancement of Science had about 100,000 members. Then it decided to become a membership organization.
Association Adviser
NOVEMBER 24, 2015
A couple months ago, LinkedIn announced that they were going to roll out some pretty big changes to their Groups feature. Here’s an overview of the new Groups features and what associations need to. For more about this topic, click on the headline.
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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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SCD Group
NOVEMBER 25, 2015
I’m thankful for. you, my readers association professionals and nonprofit staff who work in mission-based organizations. our clients for both consulting and speaking. companies and organizations involved in cause marketing. my partners such as OrgStory LLC. my family. the opportunities we have to serve others.
Wired4Leadership
NOVEMBER 26, 2015
“I run from hate, I run from prejudice, I run from pessimists.” * To our readers, colleagues, and friends throughout the United States may this Thanksgiving Day holiday bring you moments of reflection, renewed optimism and visions of hope shared amidst the companionship of good friends and loving family. Our best wishes … Continue reading Happy Thanksgiving Day → You are reading Happy Thanksgiving Day from the Wired 4 Leadership blog.
Associations Now
NOVEMBER 25, 2015
Women in the business world are catching up to men in terms of entrepreneurial activity, according to a new report. More women around the world are stepping up and starting new businesses as entrepreneurs, according to a recently released report. According to the new Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) report —a joint project between Babson College and the London School of Business—the rate of entrepreneurial activity among women has increased by 7 percent across 61 world economies since 2012.
Aaron Wolowiec
NOVEMBER 24, 2015
Like most businesses, associations have a lot of bulk. Maybe that’s because it’s hard to trim the fat. That said, eliminating wasted efforts and minimizing defects can lead to new products and innovations, according to a new whitepaper by Elizabeth Engel , CEO and chief strategist for Spark Consulting , and Guillermo Ortiz de Zarate , director of information systems for National Council of Architectural Registration Boards.
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SCD Group
NOVEMBER 22, 2015
A possible new $15 an hour minimum federal wage – or a huge increase in the minimum wage – presents major challenges for associations and nonprofits. The Labor Movement has been aggressively promoting increasing the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour. No matter what happens, the minimum wage increase will impact associations and association finances.
Wired4Leadership
NOVEMBER 26, 2015
“I run from hate, I run from prejudice, I run from pessimists.” * To our readers, colleagues, and friends throughout the United States may this Thanksgiving Day holiday bring you moments of reflection, renewed optimism and visions of hope shared amidst the companionship of good friends and loving family. Our best wishes … Continue reading Happy Thanksgiving Day → You are reading Happy Thanksgiving Day from the Wired 4 Leadership blog.
Associations Now
NOVEMBER 24, 2015
The challenge that associations face in building their audiences on social media is one of authenticity: Beat people over the head with your message too aggressively, and they’ll ignore you; try too hard to start or follow a trend and they’ll see right through. So where’s the middle ground? Anyone who knows anything about me knows I’m the kind of guy who loves a good pair of Chucks.
Associations Now
NOVEMBER 24, 2015
The food-focused holiday season can be tough for the millions of Americans battling an eating disorder. That’s why groups like the National Eating Disorder Association are offering a variety of treatment programs to help people in their recovery. Tables filled with holiday favorites may be a jolly sight for some, but for those struggling in their relationship with food, the winter holidays can be tough, according to National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA) Helpline Services Director Lauren Sm
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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
Associations Now
NOVEMBER 24, 2015
Exhausted by the complications and expense of docking your boat? A boat owners association has an innovative solution for its members. What’s the benefit: The Boat Owners Association of the United States (BoatUS) has announced a new partnership with booking platform Dockwa. The new agreement will let members save on booking fees, as well as transient slip discounts that are added on top of members’ preexisting slip benefits, regardless of whether members’ purchases are made via
Associations Now
NOVEMBER 23, 2015
Mental health groups and the American Humane Association shared tips for dealing with the possible psychological side effects of terrorism. After the terrorist attacks in Paris more than a week ago, groups are reaching out to ensure people are coping with any potential psychological side effects. Last week, leaders from the Pennsylvania Medical Society and Pennsylvania Psychiatric Society (PaPS) said fighting terrorism is not only an issue of emergency preparedness, but it should also address th
Associations Now
NOVEMBER 25, 2015
As the medical world digests a push by the American Medical Association to ban prescription drug advertising in the United States, the Association of National Advertisers has entered the fray, calling the move “wrong and misguided.” The American Medical Association’s (AMA) recent call to take on the lucrative world of drug advertising has proved to be controversial—and the advertising world is pushing back.
Associations Now
NOVEMBER 23, 2015
Conflict of Interest? Another challenge facing the Baseball Writers’ Association of America is that much of the baseball journalism being created today is done by Major League Baseball itself. Poynter reports that the association is currently debating whether writers for MLB.com should be allowed to join —something that was banned in 2006 but is currently being reconsidered as sportswriting budgets at traditional media outlets decline.
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.
Associations Now
NOVEMBER 24, 2015
Discover a cornucopia of useful tips for keeping your members happy and engaged. Plus: WordPress has news for Mac users. With the end of the year approaching, many association members will soon be weighing whether or not to renew their membership. Since renewal isn’t guaranteed, organizations must also remember to engage with this group of current members.
Associations Now
NOVEMBER 23, 2015
New leaders can come to an association eager to make bold changes. That’s a good thing, but you can’t do it alone. You’re brand-new to the corner office, and much of what the organization does is still unfamiliar to you, despite all the preparation you’ve done. How do you play your first days in charge? Do you jump right in with bold ideas and a fresh agenda, risking the ire of longtime stakeholders?
Associations Now
NOVEMBER 24, 2015
The Federal Aviation Administration this week released a set of preliminary recommendations on small drones, which will use a simplified registration process compared to larger commercial drones. The result represents a compromise among a variety of industry stakeholders, some of whom didn’t get everything they wanted out of the final proposal.
Associations Now
NOVEMBER 23, 2015
The ophthalmology association looks to reach doctors and parents of patients in all corners of the world through a new online resource. The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) launched a new online resource to help eye doctors worldwide care for children with ocular diseases and disorders. The Pediatric Ophthalmology Learning Center is designed to help improve care for the 19 million visually impaired children worldwide with a focus on low-resourced areas.
Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions
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