Smooth The Path

JANUARY 4, 2018

While I was writing the Most Impactful Article post published earlier this week, I got to thinking about how one big idea emerges from the research data every year. Last year, because of the Association Industry Innovation Study , I was consumed with the continuum of innovation. This year, I am back to scrutinizing membership.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Her must-read article recognizes the contributions of consultants and ASAE staff, shares advice for attendees and speakers, and recommends some standout sessions. Hear about a 3-step framework to create teams that are innovative, have low turnover and maintain a high production rate without much supervision. Strategic thinking.

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WBT Systems

JANUARY 31, 2017

A learning organization is one “that facilitates the learning of its members and continuously transforms itself” According to this definition , this type of organization is more responsive to external pressures, has a faster pace of change within the organization, and is better able to innovate and remain competitive.

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

For example, it would be nearly impossible to track engagement as a member changes jobs, or as companies acquire one another. . Read our article about five things you should know about Salesforce-based AMS solutions before you make a final selection. . It supports a connected member experience. Join the love.

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Smooth The Path

MARCH 31, 2020

Conduct a benchmarking survey to track and amplify how members are responding to the crisis. Create a temporary daily or weekly e-newsletter of industry/profession-specific articles that are COVID-19 related. Develop a landing page or microsite as a one-stop-shop for information and resources that your members need during this time.

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AUGUST 19, 2016

With innovation moving today at light speed, you need to leverage a strong platform if you want to deliver a world-class member experience. Host: Community IT Innovators. Presenters: Johan Hammerstrom, President and CEO, Community IT Innovators. Steve Longenecker, Director of IT Consulting, Community IT Innovators.

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Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

It includes a curated list of articles that will prep you for each of the conference pathways. 2018 has been a year of innovation and evolution, especially in the world of event technology, but have these new advancements proven effective for live experiences? Presenters: Jared Schwartz, VP of Innovation (Moderator).

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Reid All About it

JUNE 9, 2023

This PCMA Convene article by Vanessa Page of mdg is essential and fascinating reading. Fri 6/9 at 10 a.m.* – Volunteer Engagement Best Practices for Chapter-Based Organizations | Coffee with Innovators: Association Design Circle You will be interested in this topic if you engage with volunteers in any way. Event marketing.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

In a Harvard Business Review Article , authors Robert S. To convince you to buy from me, you must believe that I can increase revenue, decrease costs, reduce cycle time, enhance the member experience, and finally, mitigate risk.” The organization has a multilayered process for innovation.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 25, 2017

I’m thinking of it as sort of a bionic search capability that pulls on all kinds of data sources across the enterprise and delivers highly context-relevant results, but this article from CMS Wire explains it better. Tue 8/29 at 12 p.m.* – Driving an Innovation Strategy. Associations must innovate or become obsolete.

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Rejuvenesce

APRIL 12, 2023

This shift is reshaping the landscape of association membership, offering numerous advantages for both associations and their members. In this article, we delve deeper into the benefits of subscription-based models and why they are becoming the future of association membership. Nathan Mihelich

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DECEMBER 7, 2018

New member engagement programs work , and they don’t have to be big or expensive,” says Lisa Vivinetto in an Association Success article. From Elizabeth Bell at Higher Logic, here’s a good look at the top five reasons members don’t renew and what you can do about it. Tue 12/11 at 3 p.m. – More info/register.

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JUNE 5, 2020

Then I lose myself reading articles on Twitter or in newsletters, and, one of my favorite activities, compiling a list of more things to read. Kit” (innovation in a box) and then crowd-sourcing the most impactful tools that people use throughout the Disruptor League. More info/register – fee for MPI non-members. 1 CMP credit.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

If your members experience a shift in their professional direction, adjusting the organization’s purpose is critical to keep pace. On the other hand, if innovation presents exciting new opportunities, that is another compelling reason to expand your purpose to meet the moment.

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Associations Now

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

But what really excited me about this job, and maybe the thing I’ll miss the most, are the stories of associations making changes in big and small ways to improve the member experience. Before I leave you, I want to remind readers of a few central tenants of the member experience. Identify member multipliers.

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JUNE 2, 2023

Volunteer Engagement Best Practices for Chapter-Based Organizations | Coffee with Innovators: Association Design Circle Every month, an association leader leads a conversation on an association innovation topic. Fri 6/2 at 1 p.m. CAE credit. More info/register. Host: Qiqo Thu 6/8 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Smith, Ed.D, 1 CAE credit.

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Smooth The Path

MARCH 1, 2022

Add audio clips to articles so readers can hear the details in the interviewee’s own words. Perhaps commit to trying one little experiment with each project. There’s always something unexpected we can add each time we offer a long-running event, product, or benefit. Consider embedding video into research reports.

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APRIL 1, 2022

An article by Lisa Boylan at Associations Now got me so excited about the future of online communities. Learn how to be an online magnet to engage stakeholders, attract prospects, and enhance your members’ experiences. Our network committee members will each tell the story of their path to becoming an analyst. Host: PCMA.

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Smooth The Path

OCTOBER 4, 2016

Find these bright spots; both the super-engaged members and the products, benefits, services and events they are engaging with and find out why these members are so engaged and why these offerings are so engaging. Related articles: The stories members make up. Association trend watch: member experiences.

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JUNE 16, 2023

Thanks to subscribing to god-knows-how-many newsletters, my inbox is full of AI articles. Building a More Diverse Board A diverse board brings a variety of perspectives and experiences to the table, which can lead to better decision-making and innovation. Renew: Is Your Member Renewal Journey Magical or Miserable?

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 6, 2020

Read the blog article, Don’t get caught without a Salesforce sandbox for your AMS. Using this method, the Nimble AMS team provides a continuous stream of upgrades and innovation so customers are always using the same version of the latest AMS and Salesforce technology. Code coverage is important.

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OCTOBER 20, 2017

As a CAE whose studying and exam experience is still imprinted in my brain, I can relate to this post from WBT Systems about motivating certification candidates. I read two articles this week that look at robotics from different perspectives. Transform Your Association Benefits: ​​​​​​​Create a Roadmap for Innovation.

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YourMembership

JANUARY 25, 2012

As this article in Forbes points out, they didn’t create a new product or service, they revamped/set our expectations. Associations can use this same strategic thinking and customer focus to win over members. Innovation. Amazon didn’t (initially) introduce a brand new product or service. Where are the gaps?

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Higher Logic

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Organizations in many countries are already innovating and finding new ways to generate revenue outside of membership subscriptions. Advertising or sponsored articles in your print magazine or e-newsletter. Evaluate the opportunities on this list as well as new ideas that your staff or members think of.

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Smooth The Path

JANUARY 19, 2016

Did you see the article in Associations Now about how an association named ISIS is changing it’s name ? This is not at all uncommon among associations but it does confuse members. It is the International Species Information System and, no doubt, the acronym is no longer working for them.

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SBI

JULY 1, 2019

WACUBO President Teresa Constantindis said of the new partnership, “The WACUBO Board of Directors is excited to be partnering with SBI to improve the quality of the WACUBO member experience. We selected SBI in part because of the team’s extensive and successful experience serving other similar member-based professional organizations.

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Smooth The Path

DECEMBER 6, 2016

One way is to put ourselves in our member’s shoes more often than not. What would I think of this article if I were a member? How might this letter be interpreted by a member? Related: The stories members make up. Association trend watch: member experiences.

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MARCH 3, 2023

If you offer learning or membership subscriptions, clear your Harvard Business Review cookies and read this article by Nir Eyal. His insight should help you improve the subscriber experience at your organization. Our topic this month is association finance innovation. Subscriptions. More info/register. 1 CAE credit.

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MemberClicks

APRIL 26, 2024

What are some proven techniques and innovative strategies? In this article, we will take a deep dive into how to sell memberships and steps to making memberships more appealing. A well-crafted purpose statement can help rally members and potential members. How can your association or organization sell more memberships?

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.orgCommunity

JANUARY 15, 2019

She is an evidence-based creator, innovator and marketer with 17 years of experience in the public and private sector. dissertation analyzed scientific concepts underlying successful strategies for marketing, growth, sales and innovation. Bartuch is director of strategy and research at Sandstorm Design.

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Associations Now

JANUARY 24, 2017

Part of the problem, as the study notes, is perception: As a part of the research, association IT staffers were asked to gauge the level of techno-readiness their members had. So, based on the data here, if you want to attract more new members, you need stronger technology. How Should You Implement Tech Innovation?

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Smooth The Path

MARCH 10, 2016

These companies define arch-types and use that arch-type when talking about new strategic, marketing or innovation plans. The best ones, the most forward-thinking ones, the most engaged members. These members are the professionals who will help us make our industry or profession better. Related articles: Defining membership.

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Smooth The Path

MAY 14, 2017

Samantha Whitehorne covers this new trend and its implications for association conferences in her latest article which is absolutely worth a read. Helping attendees personalize the conference, extending the life of the conference, and creating inquiry and curiosity are inherently engaging and will engage members.

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OCTOBER 29, 2021

Velocity Partners always publishes enlightening and entertaining articles like this one, A Stakeholder Through the Heart. Most associations use surveys to collect data from members, but too often the resulting data is not leveraged to improve operations or member experience. He describes his S.C.O.R.E Marketing education.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 12, 2022

They explain how these factors affect the member experience, how the AMS market is changing and what you should look for in a new AMS. PropFuel describes why and how this innovative approach to communicating and engaging with members and customers is so successful. Future-proofing. Board director traits. Consulting.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Use it to benchmark your metrics, inspire innovations in chapter management, and start conversations about the future of chapters at your association. We’re building a new post-industrial revolution era of work, and we’re still getting articles from SHRM about dress code,” said guest Lars Schmidt. Compliance training. Quick hits.

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JULY 14, 2023

In an article at the Institute of Corporate Directors, Jeff De Cagna of Foresight First says intentional learning is a non-negotiable requirement for board members. In Part 3, we’ll dig into innovation, something most cultures say they need, yet few are fully implementing. Board management. 1 CAE credit. More info/register.

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