NXUnite

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

As a company that’s powered by mission-driven investors, our team at NXUnite is excited to share our unique perspective and help you understand the role these groups are making. This financial support helps recipients expand operations, reach more people, and accelerate impact. Does impact investing make a difference?

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MAY 26, 2023

To navigate change, companies need fear-free cultures of diverse people and mindsets led by leaders who continuously learn, incentivize and train for change and worship no sacred cows.” ― Rishad Tobaccowala Competing for members’ time. WBT Systems shares strategies for convincing people to commit time to their own professional development.

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Technology Education Arkansas Leadership 195

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JULY 23, 2021

Achurch Consulting explains why work/life boundaries are essential, especially for people working remotely. Different generations have a lot to teach each other, says WBT Systems. Marketing General Inc. If you’re a home cook, check out the irregularly published In The Kitchen posts on my Grabbing the Gusto blog.

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AUGUST 27, 2021

4 weeks from now, you could be in Nashville hanging around with people whose associations are rolling in non-dues revenue and people who want to emulate that success. Amanda Kaiser recommends making your exhibitors and sponsors true content partners. You can’t generalize about people of a certain age, young or old.

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JANUARY 15, 2021

Content/education strategy. In response to the pandemic, many associations hosted new virtual events, took down their members-only content paywall, and reduced fees for virtual conferences and education—changes that affect their membership value proposition. ASAE Gold Circle Awards. Forget “normal.” The future of chapters.

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Innovation Las Vegas Communications Education 359

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MARCH 5, 2021

WBT Systems explains how these boxes enhance the online course experience and provides ideas for box content and logistics. What do most people miss about going into the office, besides the occasional free donuts? What do most people miss about going into the office, besides the occasional free donuts? Membership campaigns.

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North Carolina Certificate Strategy Case Study 370

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FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Self-care’ is a popular topic these days because so many people are stressed and burnt out. Self-care’ is a popular topic these days because so many people are stressed and burnt out. A must-read for content marketers: how to create a strategic editorial calendar. Kelsey Raymond, Content Marketing Institute ).

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APRIL 16, 2021

I liked this one from Jyrki Paananen, co-founder and COO of Brella, who said, “There’s almost an inflated volume of virtual events at the moment and it is challenging to make content the differentiator, so perhaps connections could be the new king.”. Member behavior. Education programs. Virtual event engagement. Digital accessibility.

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AUGUST 18, 2023

Brightfind’s guide to association websites is loaded with useful advice on 12 essential web elements for acquiring, engaging, retaining and converting users into loyal website visitors, customers and members. They’re a harmful practice for young people who need to learn how to cope in the real world. It’s a must-read. Silent auctions.

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Certificate Education Revenue Marketing 195

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MARCH 25, 2022

Generation N. If you were at ASAE TEC, you heard Brain Solis talk about the emergence of Generation N. If you were at ASAE TEC, you heard Brain Solis talk about the emergence of Generation N. Probably every reader of this blog is Gen N, a cross-generational consumer segment. Brain Food resources. You’re Gen N.

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Socious

DECEMBER 8, 2016

When you started your customer community, you created the content, wrote the blogs, and encouraged your customers and prospective customers to join. But online communities are also built to encourage customer participation and customer-created content that informs and engages. You did all the work. It was all on you.

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JANUARY 10, 2020

One way to cut through information overload is to see what other people are reading. Mike Murray, Content Marketing Institute ). How to build a successful content marketing strategy from scratch. Many states here are starting to enact similar legislation and it’s only a matter of time before the feds follow suit.

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LMS Software Chicago Washington 243

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FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Don’t underestimate the power of a walk. If you’re a home cook, check out the weekly In The Kitchen posts on my Grabbing the Gusto blog. The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Accepting reality. They urge associations to stop living in limbo and start planning virtual events for 2021.

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Revenue North Carolina Industry Technology 370

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JANUARY 22, 2021

If you’re a home cook, check out the weekly In The Kitchen posts on my Grabbing the Gusto blog. The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Virtual networking incubator. Applications are open until January 29. Because there’s always time to learn, right? Associations in 2021. Quick hits.

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MAY 7, 2021

If you’re a home cook, check out the weekly In The Kitchen posts on my Grabbing the Gusto blog. The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Research on associations. Credentialing on the blockchain. Intriguing. Association myths. repeatedly when reading this one. Virtual audience. Mark Schaefer ).

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JUNE 23, 2023

If you want to attract and retain exceptional talent, you must provide a supportive environment where people achieve both personal and professional fulfillment. As Sheri Jacobs and Lisa Boylan say, AI policies “serve as essential guardrails, guiding associations on how to manage and harness the power of AI technology effectively.”

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JUNE 25, 2021

They describe how the Association General Contractors of America shares this data with its chapters, provides resources to help them improve performance, and supports their growth with chapter leader training and development. Most of the people I know who exhibited at virtual conferences this past year were not pleased with the results.

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JANUARY 25, 2019

Don’t fall for sensational generational learning myths. WBT Systems explains what you really need to think about when developing and marketing education for all generations. WBT Systems explains what you really need to think about when developing and marketing education for all generations. So enlightening, I kid you not.

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JUNE 26, 2020

As some associations canceled in-person conferences and made the switch to virtual, two association teams found themselves owning different elements of the experience—the meetings team handled the content while the education team managed the platform. There’s much work to be done and I hope that at last we’re all ready to do it.

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Montana Conference Content Education 370

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JULY 16, 2021

Pseudo-science generational labels. I’ve written frequently over the years about generations but now, thanks to this open letter to the Pew Research Center from Professor Philip N. How to create an editorial calendar that will streamline your content strategy. Online education revenue. Hybrid advocacy. Young professionals.

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Revenue Video Strategy Industry 195

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MARCH 4, 2022

Achurch Consulting explains how people working remotely can take a strategic approach to enhancing their career wellness. . The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. If you’d like updates from Ukraine plus expert commentary, I created a Twitter list of Ukraine journalists, academics and others.

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Forj

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Several years ago on this blog, we reviewed two web-based content development apps: Claro (from domiKnow) and Composica. Rather than list out what all is included, we wanted to focus on a few key features that you might not find in your current content development app. Flash (may it rest in peace), and Java are not necessary.

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JANUARY 14, 2022

His piece gives you a general flavor for what’s going on out there. On the Event Garde blog, she explains what’s gone wrong for many associations and how to fix it. The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. CAE survey. Calling all CAEs! The results should be interesting. Feedback loops.

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Team Technology Certificate Revenue 195

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APRIL 1, 2022

I want to do a better job of sharing podcast episodes I like, so here’s a good one: The Association Podcast, episode 34 featuring Rob Miller, CAE, general manager of NimbleAMS and Gravitate at Community Brands. The people returning to the office aren’t the same ones who left, but you probably know that already. Career changers.

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Revenue Technology Education Video 195

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JANUARY 21, 2022

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Membership survey. Please participate in MGI’s 14 th annual Membership Marketing Benchmarking Survey , our industry’s most comprehensive and valuable study on membership marketing. The more data MGI collects for this study, the richer the results for everyone.

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JULY 24, 2020

Online learning is getting a bum rap because many people are equating it with the emergency remote instruction received by school-age kids and college students this spring. It’s “a planning method that helps people and organizations figure out how to create their preferred future.” For many of us, the answer is a resounding “Yes.”

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Montana Revenue Case Study Conference 259

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MAY 17, 2019

Do you know how to best leverage Google Analytics to better understand and engage your members — and generate more revenue? Learn how to use Google Analytics to meaningfully measure success, improve user experience and increase conversions. Colleges isn’t the only path to success these days. Jan Wesner Childs, The Weather Channel ).

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DC Washington Social Media Revenue 170

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JULY 9, 2021

At the Velvet Chainsaw Consulting blog, Sarah Michel thinks they’ve cracked the code on digital networking. At the Velvet Chainsaw Consulting blog, Sarah Michel thinks they’ve cracked the code on digital networking. If you’re a home cook, check out the irregularly published In The Kitchen posts on my Grabbing the Gusto blog.

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

These powerful programs contain nearly everything you need for managing your members, accounts, events and organization as a whole. Member management: Track user data, including dues requirements and membership status, and view it on a centralized dashboard. Professional associations have a lot on their plate.

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FEBRUARY 16, 2018

If you’re not familiar with the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation taking effect in May, please please please review these resources so your organization is in compliance. describes a few ways AI can help staff provide personalized content to every individual member , an inhuman task made possible by AI. Cybersecurity.

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JUNE 19, 2020

Fíonta suggests looking at your cancelled events as opportunities to design new experiences for attendees, sponsors and exhibitors—now you can have virtual events that generate both revenue and engagement. Quarantine has changed us and it’s not all bad—here are eight new habits people want to keep post-lockdown. Inclusion strategy.

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Blue Sky eLearn

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

That’s where digital content and other perks come in. Creating special content and unique benefits for your members is the most direct (and often easiest) way to start boosting engagement. We’ve outlined 6 of the most effective types of content, digital activities, and other perks to offer your members: eLearning Opportunities.

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MAY 14, 2021

If you’re a home cook, check out the weekly In The Kitchen posts on my Grabbing the Gusto blog. The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Marketing copy. If you’re frequently under pressure to come up with clever and compelling marketing copy, I feel for you. Event safety. Remote work technology.

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GrowthZone

OCTOBER 10, 2022

This is the first in the Striving for Success series of blog posts featuring excerpts from our 2022 Chamber Success Competition entries. After getting started with GrowthZone, we created a brand-new website using the web content. After getting started with GrowthZone, we created a brand-new website using the web content.

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Member Engagement Guam Software Revenue 78

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NOVEMBER 10, 2017

If you work in an association, I encourage you to think about content strategy for five minutes because the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) Foundation is studying how associations use content strategy. This research will: Document which associations are developing and implementing content strategies.

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Beth Kanter

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Allison Fine and I originally published this blog post on the Candid Blog here. Please join us on January 13, 2021, for a free webinar on AI & generosity to explore these issues further. AI is a uniquely powerful set of technology tools for making sense of enormous amounts of data. Register for the webinar.

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Disciple Media

JULY 24, 2023

In this blog, we’ll delve into the meaning of community engagement, discuss its importance, and provide actionable steps to rev up your community’s engines. It involves creating an inclusive environment where people connect, collaborate, and share ideas, ultimately leading to stronger relationships and a sense of belonging.

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