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Compare Association Management Software Platforms

GrowthZone

Could an Association Management Software (AMS) solution be the answer to the inefficiencies that plague your association? This article will help you evaluate ten association software options. What is Association Management Software (AMS)? Popular Association Software Platforms. Online support portal.

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Jeffrey Cufaude, Idea Architects: Seen Elsewhere: Building Creative.

Idea Architects

Summary: A selection of thought-provoking content from beyond the association management realm that offers new ideas for association executives. Where TED Talks do so in a video format, ChangeThis does so by releasing attractively-designed manifestos on topics related to leadership and life. Dec 2006 (3).

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Seen Elsewhere: Resources for Trend Scanning, Gaming, Productivity

Idea Architects

Summary: A selection of thought-provoking websites from beyond the association management realm that offer new ideas for association executives. For a great example of gaming in action, watch this 8-minute video on how the New York Public Library engaged 500 people overnight in writing a book about its collections.

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Jeffrey Cufaude, Idea Architects: Seen Elsewhere: Crowdsourcing.

Idea Architects

Summary: Three thought-provoking websites, from beyond the association management realm, that offer new ideas for association executives. In this edition, explore examples of crowdsourcing in action, experiments in new forms of management, and a case of learning driven by a behind-the-scenes look at conference planning.

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The Hourglass Blog: Daring to Lead 2011

The Hourglass Blog

I blogged a bit about their 2006 study , so thought I would give the 2011 update a read as well. Its a survey of more than 3,000 executive directors of non-profit organizations and, although it seems weighted towards charitable and social service organizations, there are a few interesting parallels and tidbits for associations.

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The Hourglass Blog: Does This Frighten You, Or Inspire You?

The Hourglass Blog

I tweeted this TED video out a little while ago, with the question, "Does this frighten you, or inspire you?" TED videos are always 18 minutes or less, but this one clocks in at under 6. - - - - - - - - - - OK? The woman is so full of corporate groupthink slogans, the video is more chilling than a George Orwell novel.

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The Hourglass Blog: It's Not Innovation If It Only Serves You

The Hourglass Blog

Association Management. Daring to Lead 2006. Association Subculture. TED Talk Videos. A Note from Eric Lanke. Like Sands Through the Hourglass. About This Blog. Why Another Blog? Meet Your Bloggers. Guest Bloggers. Jennifer Alluisi. Discussion Topics. Baby Boomers. Communication. Developing Millennial Leaders.