Blue Sky eLearn

JULY 31, 2018

Since 2013, enrollment has decreased by 3% every year in higher education institutions across the board. I believe this is because the internet and evolutions of technology have created new desirable skill sets sought after by employers that you do not necessarily need a four-year college degree to acquire. . From College Decline.

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Smooth The Path

JULY 17, 2018

Did you notice that the rockets in 2013 were landing in the open ocean? Getting approval for significant shifts in organizational strategy happens slowly. Related: The high-cost solution association fallacy. Then they got good enough to try to land them on a barge.

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SCD Group

JANUARY 6, 2013

To start 2013, I’ve created a list of “association challenges” that I’m labeling the “And/Or Dilemma Facing Associations.” [By Then, many found that distributed printed publications via fax sped delivery and lowered costs (paper, printing, postage). Many associations operate under the strategy that more members is good.

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Associations Now

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

Here’s what made his strategy work so well. A few strategies that worked for him: Give your strategy a name. In 2013, he put his strategy out there with a series of press events that defined his mode of operation: T-Mobile, then the smallest of the four major carriers, would become the “Un-carrier.”

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Virtual

SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

These reports, issued with a frequency appropriate for your association, allowing you to: identify cost benefits such as how many individuals attended discounted educational programs, the number of free briefings received, etc. 4. Plan ahead with your social strategy.

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Principled Innovation

MARCH 25, 2013

This post originally appeared on the Associations Now Leadership Blog on March 7, 2013. But the problem with not increasing dues is that, if expenses still rise, every year of static dues digs the association deeper into a hole to be climbed out of later, either through cutting costs, attracting a lot of new members, or raising dues.

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Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 15, 2014

Perhaps even more startling is that while 80 percent of nonprofits reported an increase in demand for their services, only 56 percent could meet those needs in 2013. As a result, nearly half of the nonprofits reported collaborating with others to cut administrative costs. Other strategies: cutting funds and changing the business model.

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Aaron Wolowiec

DECEMBER 10, 2013

Next year promises to deliver exciting new mobile technology, so when planning digital strategies, associations should consider mobile apps and websites, said Kim Harwood, president of Results at Hand Software. They reduce printing costs while increasing engagement and fostering networking. And, it’s not hard.

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Higher Logic

NOVEMBER 24, 2015

Publicly facing social sites, like an open community, are especially powerful and offer businesses the ability to interface with customers ‘where they are,’ to monitor what's being said about your brand on those sites and to incorporate that feedback into your organization's overall communications strategy.

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Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

Instead, the session was developed as a result of a conversation I overheard at last year’s conference describing the challenges associations often have implementing strategy they’ve either developed internally or in conjunction with a consultant. In fact, a 2013 HBR blog post suggests, “Execution is a minefield… Agendas compete.

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Beth Kanter

AUGUST 21, 2014

Why Your Nonprofit Should Invest in Video As Part Its Communications Strategy – Guest Post by Michael Hoffman, CEO of See3. And when video is paired with a continuous strategy and clear metrics for success, there is overwhelming evidence showing that it is a crucial, important investment for nonprofits. Kiosked and Brightcove ).

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Associations Now

AUGUST 2, 2013

If you won’t be at the 2013 ASAE Annual Meeting & Expo, check out our RebelMouse page. Airlines aren’t the only ones who can’t find the right strategy to board airplanes effectively. — Bill Walker (@billwalker7) August 1, 2013. Based on their recent study, every extra minute at the gate could add $30 in costs. (ht

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Associations Now

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

While users may not get a choice of their mobile provider with this strategy, it’s nonetheless an approach that maintains the greatest benefit of BYOD (end users get the device they want), while allowing IT departments to focus on security concerns. Costs are harder to manage with BYOD. Another factor?

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Higher Logic

FEBRUARY 29, 2016

The strategies to unstick yourself are endless, but many successful people have one thing in common: mentors. In 2013, The American Nurses Association (ANA) found that their members had a turnover rate ranging from small (4.4%) to very high (44.6%), in certain hospitals. What’s more, each turnover cost an average of $36,000 to $46,000.

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Associations Now

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

It also indicates some of the strategies associations are planning to implement this year in areas from marketing to technology to leadership succession. Forty-four percent reported they will evaluate and assess program results, while 42 percent plan to focus on marketing strategies, and 36 percent will upgrade technology systems.

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Associations Now

NOVEMBER 7, 2013

For the believers, a new survey by the Web Video Marketing Council (which has a clear stake in the issue) found that 93 percent of marketing professionals are using online video for marketing and communications purposes in 2013. Are you incorporating online video as part of your marketing strategy? What else is holding people back?

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Associations Now

AUGUST 26, 2014

“We have worked tirelessly with Orbitz to reach a deal with the economics that allow us to keep costs low and compete with low-cost carriers,” American Airlines President Scott Kirby told The Los Angeles Times. A 2013 Hotels.com survey found that just 11 percent of guests are willing to pay for wireless access at a hotel.

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SCD Group

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

When Do You Tell Your Association Members What It Really Costs? I just finished working with a group on the draft budget for its 2013 annual meeting. I’m guessing most of you have the same situation: registration fees not covering the entire cost of the event. Strategy | Content | Discovery. Causeaholic. Newer Post.

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Associations Now

DECEMBER 22, 2015

Fwd.us, the well-funded immigration advocacy group launched by Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg in 2013, is revamping its message in the midst of a presidential campaign that has seen the pendulum abruptly swing the other way on the issue. ” New Landscape, New Strategy. suddenly finds itself taking on a different fight.

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Associations Now

AUGUST 11, 2014

According to a 2013 report by the U.S. “Mushrooms and ground meat blend seamlessly to provide a better nutritional profile, all the taste guests expect  and can save on food costs.” So how has the strategy worked out so far? Want a solution? Measuring success.

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Associations Now

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

InsideEVs.com estimated that 123,049 plug-in cars had been sold in 2014, compared to 97,507 in 2013 and 52,607 in 2012. EEI also encouraged industry members to set an example by investing in electric vehicles and other plug-in technology when adding to their company’s vehicle fleets.

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Association Adviser

NOVEMBER 7, 2013

By the end of 2013, EventSpot estimates that 81 percent of U.S. We are moving to times where digital and mobile are overtaking hurdles of transportation, distances and venue cost. Raisa delivers digital content strategy for several start-ups. Pushing Barriers of Interaction. business events over the past three years. Conclusion.

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Associations Now

MARCH 20, 2014

While many nonprofits are planning to hire new staff in 2014, the sector is largely lacking when it comes to implementing formal recruitment strategies, according to a new study. Despite its growing popularity among respondents, 89 percent reported not having a strategy for this type of recruitment. If not, could it benefit from one?

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YourMembership

MARCH 8, 2013

Or to use your association as an extension of their companies when it comes to developing new strategy, their new leaders, the capabilities and strategic intelligence they need to get and retain customers? If your company or business doesn’t have a social-media strategy, it better get one. Socially engaged online, that is.

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SCD Group

OCTOBER 9, 2012

Someone on the ASAE Collaborate CEO Online last week asked, “What are you budgeting for salaries in 2013?” An exec from a local realtor association responded, “We’ve budgeted 3% for staff raises in 2013.” Given that experience as an association executive, my questions become: What is appropriate salary administration strategies?

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Associations Now

AUGUST 3, 2017

While iPad revenue was up only by 2 percent in the most recent quarter, sales were significantly up —they grew year over year for the first time since 2013. And, according to a recent report by the research firm Strategy Analytics, this low-end cut didn’t necessarily come at the cost of the high-end prices.

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Association Adviser

MARCH 19, 2013

For years, associations and non-profits have been guilty of tailoring “the ask” or sponsorship pitch to their own particular needs in an attempt to cover costs. And by the way, the amount that they were asking for was in most cases, barely enough to cover their costs. I will address that issue later. Conclusion.

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Associations Now

DECEMBER 17, 2013

— Dave Lutz (@VelChain) December 17, 2013. entura (@venturajm) December 16, 2013. Marketing matters: Technological changes have driven a shift in marketing strategies. One association executive’s tips, in today’s Social Media Roundup: Talking Points. — Joe ?entura ” And you won’t even need the megaphone. (ht

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Associations Now

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

A tech giant shows how to lead the way on content strategy through the clever use of paid distribution. Paying to advertise your content may seem crazy to some—for one thing, organic reach is way cheaper—but if your strategy is well-focused, it doesn’t have to be quite so painful. Now that’s strategy in action. (ht

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Associations Now

JULY 26, 2016

Check out some tips for trying out the strategy for your association. On the advertiser front, such campaigns have a reputation for being very cost-effective if done properly. million views since late 2013, has become one of Neistat’s most famous YouTube clips. And, let’s be honest with ourselves. Words of Warning.

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Velvet Chainsaw

OCTOBER 6, 2014

Alarming Learning Budget Data Several data points from the Association for Talent Development’s (ATD) 2013 State of the Industry report puts Masie’s comments into context: The average direct expense per employee per year for professional development is $1,195 (down from $1,600 in 2005). 61% of learning expenses are spent internally.

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Idea Architects

JUNE 23, 2013

Full-day or half-day workshops or retreats Teaching facilitation and/or workshop design and presentation skills Leadership-learning experiences for future leaders or volunteers Week-long residencies working alongside your staff to complete a customized schedule of training, project advancement, and other consulting efforts In addition to the completely (..)

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Associations Now

AUGUST 5, 2016

.” No matter your opinion on big, hairy SEO issues, we can all agree on one thing: This 2013 Onion brief is hilarious. Aptify’s post about keeping down costs when implementing an association management system is insightful in general, but particularly worth a read is the section about scope creep. Keep Down the Creep.

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Associations Now

MAY 30, 2014

The one-day meeting brings together association and independent event executives to discuss meetings and tradeshow strategy with their peers and hear from those inside and outside the meetings space about trends affecting the industry. Our strategy was to embrace this disruption.”. ” Loggia said. Share in the comments.

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Associations Now

JULY 14, 2015

The strategy? The renovation, which took place over a two-year period, cost around $9 million to build. The Swiss paper The Local reported that in 2013, just one in five people climbing the mountain did so without the help of a guide—a significant decrease from the two decades prior.

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Associations Now

JULY 1, 2016

But the strategy has some critics questioning whether the benefits are worth the cost to free speech. For example, CEP argues that YouTube videos created by cleric Anwar al-Awlaki were behind multiple terror attacks, including the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing and the 2015 San Bernardino attack. IS it Censorship?

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SCD Group

OCTOBER 28, 2013

By Jeangianfagna via Smart Marketing Strategy blog Member acquisition is a constant challenge and a top priority for most trade associations. 2013 Membership Marketing Benchmarking Report highlights that 32 percent of associations “continue indefinitely to contact lapsed members.” Why Redesign Your Magazine and How Much Should it Cost?

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