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You’ve Got to Read This: January 18, 2011

Reid All About it

His discussion of the conservative’s dilemma, formerly known as the dictator’s dilemma, reminds me of the fear of loss of control that many organization leaders have about social media. I would love to see organizations take to heart Soren Gordhamer ’s Five New Paradigms for a Socially Engaged Company. That’s the challenge.

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How Coachella Could Help You Plan Better Events

Associations Now

Organizers say they are “committed to efforts that contribute to the betterment of the Coachella Valley,” and they’ve built features into the festival to help achieve their sustainability goals. In 2001 it became an annual event, and camping was introduced as an add-on option in 2003, creating another revenue stream.

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Compare Association Management Software Platforms

GrowthZone

In a nutshell, an AMS provides membership-based organizations an all-in-one member management system. The company was founded in 1996 and serves over 3,000 membership organizations. YourMembership – Cloud-based AMS that supports small to mid-sized organizations. Association Software 10 1. They were founded in 1996.

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Advocating from Afar: Virtual and Remote Grassroots Advocacy

Beekeeper Group

From the Grassroots Professional Network LinkedIn page: COVID-19 suddenly canceled the conference and fly-in plans for advocacy organizations across the country. There are other reasons that supporters, activists and members of various organizations cannot visit DC for a fly-in. Policy Briefing Newsletters, Podcasts, and Videos.

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Realtors Join Forces With Boys & Girls Clubs of America

Associations Now

The National Association of Realtors has announced it will join the youth development nonprofit organization to help strengthen communities across the country. The BGCA is encouraging NAR members to embrace the youthful spirit of its organization and to get creative with projects.

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In Wake of Terror Threat, Retail Associations Tout Security at Malls

Associations Now

The International Council of Shopping Centers says the Mall of America and the organization’s other member malls have been preparing for the worst long before a recent threat surfaced from a Somalian terror group. But the average shopper may not be aware of this extra protection.

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Becoming You: 9 Questions & 6 Resources on Authenticity

Idea Architects

Crossing the Unknown Sea by David Whyte (2001) Whyte is a poet who has written several “crossover” books that apply artistic insights to business processes. Meyerson (2001) This book is subtitled “How people use difference to inspire change at work.” Tempered Radicals by Debra E. Search This Blog. Awesome Inc.