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FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Attendees expect associations to use AI, data analytics and other tools to enhance their event experience. Greg Pollack at Association Analytics recommends three useful strategies to elevate your association’s impact in the new year. I find good reads there, including many of the articles I share here. Event trends.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 13, 2023

The history goes further back than the article describes. Come ready to learn, share, and discuss strategy, resources, and challenges. You need a workforce development strategy that attracts young people searching and career switchers, provides value to existing members, and accomplishes it all without blowing your budget.

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Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

GrowthZone shares strategies for selling your board (or boss) on the need for a new AMS. True words from a Twitter review of historian Simon Sebag Montefiore’s article in The Atlantic, The Decolonization Narrative Is Dangerous and False: It Does Not Accurately Describe Either the Foundation of Israel or the Tragedy of the Palestinians.

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Associations Now

APRIL 26, 2024

With more pressure to generate nondues revenue, leaders have to develop big-picture strategies—and rethink staff-level tools as well. One thing I didn’t address in the article: The importance of that process to be efficient and accessible to multiple teams within the association staff that has to implement the strategy.

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Disciple Media

JUNE 29, 2023

If you’re reading this article we imagine that you have or work for a great business and you’re starting to think about how to get it discovered by more people. Content marketing is a powerful tool for attracting, engaging and converting your target audience. Sound about right? You’ll thank yourself later.

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Associations Now

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Just as they measure strategic, financial, and operational targets for associations or even volunteer groups , KPIs can be a useful tool for associations to measure the performance of chapters and affiliates. They’re separate entities with their own tax IDs, bylaws, and articles of incorporation.

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Beth Kanter

JULY 9, 2019

Lucy Bernholz in a post about Nonprofits and Artificial Intelligence also points out that we should not focus on the how nonprofits are using the tools, but there are also some very important ethical concerns. The article includes list of proposed best practices for use of AI in development and other social good fields.

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Clowder

APRIL 9, 2024

A nd a well-crafted mobile app can be the cornerstone of your association's strategy through enhanc ing member interaction and streamlining your communication s. But what features are essential for making your mobile app a powerful tool for both your association and its members?

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CMA Solutions

JUNE 16, 2022

Your SEO strategy should be clear: Move your brand on the first page of search engine results. At CMA, we devise a thorough SEO strategy for every digital marketing campaign that addresses three critical components of our award-winning program. Most marketers agree that inbound marketing tactics (i.e. close rate. of traffic.

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MemberClicks

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

To be more specific, in this article, you’ll learn: What member retention is Why them matter What retention rates can tell you Top 10 membership renewal strategies. If you’re struggling with low renewal rates, we talk about some strategies below to help you improve your numbers and member relationships. What is member retention?

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 11, 2023

Impexium recommends five strategies for a change management framework. Nick Wignall ) A moving article about women artists, with a focus on Emily Dickinson and Sinead O’Connor. Please also read the article she links to in Rolling Stone by Shirley Manson about Sinead. Change management. Generational stereotypes.

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Association Success

OCTOBER 2, 2020

Starting with creating an effective member strategy all the way to building a remote learning culture, this week’s Friday Five offers association professionals the tools to run a successful association. Every week, we pull five articles our audience liked most from our newsletters to keep up with what’s trending.

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Virtual

APRIL 2, 2015

Over the years, through the shared experiences of literally hundreds of such efforts, a set of best practices has emerged, including strategies on: How best to set up a new association. This server platform was roundly criticized for not having key applications and development tools ported to the platform.

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Disciple Media

OCTOBER 24, 2023

For businesses seeking to foster deep connections and brand loyalty in today’s digital landscape, establishing a paid community has become a pivotal strategy for knowledge sharing and purposeful networking. This guides content creation, engagement strategies, and even aesthetics. What is a paid community?

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AssociationChat

JULY 14, 2020

In a previous article, we discussed the different methods of creating an effective content strategy. However, I wanted to spend some more time elaborating on the “Why”, and the outcomes that can come about from having an effective content strategy. . Here is why event planners need a content strategy. Inbound Marketing.

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Associations Now

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

“For example, if hiring managers can rapidly sign off on dozens of new hires with just a few clicks, your approval process instantly drops from several weeks to mere hours,” writes Craig Peasley, the director for marketing at Adobe Document Cloud, in an article for Digital Commerce 360. Tools and Strategies. Why It Matters.

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Associations Now

OCTOBER 26, 2018

And it needs a branding strategy to become more recognizable. Lane shares three tactics to use in your branding strategies: Tell a story. “No by @Digitaltonto ) [link] #assnchat <One of the better articles about innovation I've read — different insights.> Also: Look beyond ideas when considering innovation.

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AssociationChat

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

With over two decades of navigating these waters, I’ve gathered some strategies and insights that I believe will be valuable for anyone looking to enhance their community engagement. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you’re looking for more detailed strategies or specific examples. Image created by DALL-E.

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Associations Now

OCTOBER 8, 2019

Recent research finds that giving days on sites like Facebook are shifting nonprofit fundraising strategies. It’s not just an engagement tool for many nonprofits—it’s also a lifeline for receiving access to new donations. But while social media keeps small nonprofits in the game, larger ones still have an advantage.

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Blue Sky eLearn

OCTOBER 19, 2020

With a dedicated and comprehensive engagement strategy, your member retention rate is much more likely to increase! The right tools and strategies can increase overall member satisfaction and encourage them to renew. . Your online engagements will only be as good as the tools and software you use.

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Higher Logic

JANUARY 24, 2019

Data-driven and unified communication strategies are the best way to ensure you and your members get the most out of your program. There are a few essential elements to consider as you develop smarter communication strategies for your membership program. Don’t fall into this trap with your membership program management tools.

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Associations Now

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

Several recent articles have noted a changing attitude toward SEO. When a writer pads their article for the trailer of the newest Marvel movie with search keywords—data like the cast and crew and opening date—they’re optimizing for the Google robots,” Feldman wrote. Are we ready to welcome it back to the lead role?

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Associations Now

JANUARY 28, 2020

Here are some ways to make the most of your e-commerce strategy. Milos Varaklic, vice president of operations for the consumer financing firm MDG, noted to BizReport recently that using retargeting tools to bring back people who have already started to fill a cart is a useful way to boost conversion. Take a personal approach.

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EventMobi: Association Events

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

With the right strategy and tools, attendance tracking can help you understand your audience. In this article, we’ll cover why attendance tracking matters for event professionals, the different options for tracking event attendees (including the pros and cons of each!) , and how to track attendance at an event using software.

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Fonteva

DECEMBER 19, 2019

It’s likely that you have developed a set member engagement strategy over the years. Using your association management software (AMS) system , you can leverage your tools to further engage your members and even encourage interaction with each other. Association member engagement strategies. Why is member engagement important?

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Reid All About it

JUNE 16, 2023

AI watch With the release of generative AI tools, like ChatGPT, it’s an exciting time to be a writer—a human one. Thanks to subscribing to god-knows-how-many newsletters, my inbox is full of AI articles. Is it a system, a process, a style, a tool, or software? We develop expertise from researching, thinking and writing.

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 6, 2019

The 2020 predictions and trends articles are starting to appear. If you’re not familiar with this Chinese condiment, this article from Taste about the cult of chile crisp will bring you up to speed. Useful, Free & Low-Cost Tools, Software, and Services for Your Nonprofit. You’re not alone. Note to self: it’s all doable.

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WBT Systems

APRIL 4, 2017

There have been some interesting articles and blogs posted in recent weeks with great ideas for engaging members in learning, curating online content to ensure relevancy, and ensuring your organization has a strategically digital mindset. The key to designing a new digital strategy or plan for association learning is to set achievable goals.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 9, 2023

They also share change management strategies for change-fatigued association professionals. Some of these strategies are new to me but look very promising. This PCMA Convene article by Vanessa Page of mdg is essential and fascinating reading. AI and Tech Strategy. MemberSuite explores the reasons behind this resistance.

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AssociationChat

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

And its capabilities have led to an onslaught of articles and chatter about the generative AI tech darlings Midjourney, DALL-E, and ChatGPT. Every generative AI tool is AI. Knowledge is your best tool for leveraging AI to enhance the connections between your organization and its members. Way different.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 19, 2021

This is one of the best articles about self-care I’ve read because it dismisses the usual tripe spewed out as self-care advice. Get introduced to a culture assessment tool that highlights the next steps for taking your organization’s culture to the next level. Event Strategies 2021 and Beyond. – Virtual Shake-Up 3.0:

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CMA Solutions

JANUARY 31, 2024

Implementing effective SEO strategies, such as using industry-relevant keywords, optimizing site speed and creating high-quality content, are all proven tactics for increasing organic traffic, making it easier for potential clients to find and engage with the company’s website. You’ll look that much better. So will your leads funnel.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 21, 2023

MemberSuite reminds us why data-informed content marketing is such a powerful tool for associations. She suggests you become familiar with AI tools and their output and have discussions about how your organization will and won’t use AI. You’ll gain tips and tools to help you from the vision to the execution of your next event.

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Elevating Engagement

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Amanda Lea Kaiser A version of this article was originally published by Lead Marvels. Fresh off of her recently published book, Elevating Engagement , Kaiser draws upon her experience as an association leader to offer expertise on engagement strategies , member experiences , leadership growth , event planning , and more.

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 7, 2022

I keep seeing articles advising managers to coach, not command. Stowe Boyd shares excerpts from a Harvard Business Review article about three creativity fallacies , including practical advice for preventing brainstorming sessions from going off the rails. A site that lets you access articles behind paywalls. Chapter coaching.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 2, 2023

They also suggest what to do when you discover staff using tools that have flown under IT’s radar. Learn how integrating culture, strategy, and execution can make things happen in associations that are, frankly, long overdue—like being wildly profitable, attracting the best talent in the world, and being nimble and agile. 1 CMP credit.

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Freestone

APRIL 11, 2024

It can be costly, time-consuming, and overwhelming to develop a content strategy from scratch. Leveraging your marketing automation tools will help infuse dynamic content and create templates that you can then reuse. Check out these sixteen strategies to repurpose your content: 1. Here are five strategies to follow: 1.

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