Spark Consulting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

They don’t want to have to remember to check another website. Getting an online community started from scratch is really hard. In order for people to want to come, there has to be some “there” there, but there won’t be useful content without active contributors. That’s not that simple, either.

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WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

But, unfortunately, you might still hear people espousing some old learning myths, despite the progress neuroscientists and professional development experts have made in understanding how adults learn. What a relief. Researchers failed to find evidence that people have stronger left- or right-sided brain networks.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Both groups need to know how your association could fit into their educational plans, either by serving as an alternative to college or supplementing what they learn there. Also worth your time What people really remember about your association. Scientific society events. 1 CAE credit.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 15, 2010

I’m live blogging from TEDx Raleigh this morning. TED’s annual conferences in California and Oxford UK are described as “riveting talks by remarkable people” and “ideas worth spreading.” TED’s annual conferences in California and Oxford UK are described as “riveting talks by remarkable people” and “ideas worth spreading.”

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Higher Logic

APRIL 9, 2019

Choosing imagery for your content marketing campaigns is really hard. It’s easy to pick the wrong thing: something boring, unengaging, or off-brand, something that will become outdated, or something that makes people think “Why does that photo exist?” [See See the photo we chose for this blog header? Case in point.].

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Higher Logic

DECEMBER 27, 2018

When you’re thinking about how to market your brand in the new year, remember that generic content might be easier to produce, but it’s also easier for people to ignore (and to be honest, it’s not even that much easier to produce, thanks to timesaving tools like marketing automation). Is Your Brand a ‘People Person’ on Social Media?

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AssociationChat

JUNE 6, 2021

Sometimes it’s hard to write about what I’m thinking because I don’t want to have to document an uncomfortable truth. But really, if we had to be honest, how many of us truly feel a sense of clarity around the vision for a community we lead? . First, I’m not really talking about communities of service right now.

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Spark Consulting

JULY 17, 2013

Remember one thing: “ creative people don’t follow the crowd ,” so you need to think carefully about what you’re really trying to accomplish. ” Jamie Notter (one of my favorite people) commends Eric Lanke (also one of my favorite people) for “ working out loud.”

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MemberClicks

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

“AI for nonprofits” is more than just an idea – it’s a practical tool that can really change how you work. In this blog, we’ll show you how artificial intelligence and machine learning can be easy tools for you to use, helping your nonprofit do more and better. What is AI & Machine Learning?

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Reid All About it

APRIL 2, 2021

Achurch Consulting and Association Trends have teamed up on the State of Association Workplaces Post-Pandemic Survey , the only survey designed to address the pressing questions association leaders are asking about what “work” will look like post-pandemic. 16 reasons why people don’t share their knowledge—and what to do about it.

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Eric Lanke

DECEMBER 3, 2018

It's not a frequent airport for me -- I can't even remember the last time I was there. But something happened there that I thought was worth blogging about. Scores of people were wearing white "I LOVE LAX" t-shirts. Look at all the pretty people. At the gate I asked the agent what was going on. All normal.

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AvidXchange: Association Management

MAY 31, 2023

It didn’t take too many questions to hear that people here wanted to change, too.”  My starting point is always the transparent sharing of what I want to accomplish.  We need to figure out more of what our customers want and how we can serve more customers.’ And focus on what’s most important.”

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Membersuite

APRIL 6, 2022

These last two years, it’s become really obvious to me how much people value connection and community as a membership benefit. Last week, I saw a few business acquaintances at an event, which felt great, but I’d love to connect with more people who do the same work I do. ASAE’s Membership Mondays are a good example.

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Ungrated

JULY 14, 2020

What will we remember about the COVID-19 pandemic when we look back at it a few years from now? At a time when we’ve been physically distant, this crisis has brought people together. More than a quarter of Americans (28%) have donated money, supplies, or time to help people in their community.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 14, 2023

Impexium describes three benefits of marketing automation , a capability you really must have in your association’s tech stack. We do not remember days, we remember moments.” Michelle Maher at Highland reports on what they learned after talking with 30 association membership leaders. Abstract/conference management.

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Eric Lanke

OCTOBER 29, 2018

If you're a regular reader of this blog, you know that last week I said I had six more conferences and workshops to attend before the end of the year.) Please be flexible and ask people if they would like to speak. Please remember to take good notes (ask someone to help you if you need help). And that's pretty much what I did.

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EventMobi: Association Events

OCTOBER 19, 2023

What is a Membership Drive? Successful drives highlight the value of your organization’s benefits and services across all platforms and inspire people to get involved. What are the best times to host a membership drive? Better yet, survey your current members to ask what you could be doing better!

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WBT Systems

OCTOBER 3, 2017

Can you guess what it is? Most likely the cream of the crop—professional development (PD) staff who knew about the survey because they read the Tagoras blog and/or newsletter—professionals who are themselves lifelong learners. Where would people like this work? What are your market segments? Where can you improve?

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Jamie Notter

OCTOBER 31, 2019

If you write a blog post making fun of Greta Thunberg’s speech on climate change at the UN or calling Millennials “snowflakes,” then you should be ready for lots of comments that just say “OK Boomer.” Both Millennials and Boomers are dominant generations, so I can understand why younger Millennials use “Boomer” as a synonym for “old people.”.

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YourMembership

MAY 15, 2014

Take a moment and think about the last event that you attended that you really loved. What was it that made that emotional connection with you? What made it an experience and not just another forgettable event? What made it an experience and not just another forgettable event? Now think about why you loved that event.

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YourMembership

MAY 15, 2014

Take a moment and think about the last event that you attended that you really loved. What was it that made that emotional connection with you? What made it an experience and not just another forgettable event? What made it an experience and not just another forgettable event? Now think about why you loved that event.

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Aptify

AUGUST 5, 2021

Do you know what data to look for and where to find it? In this blog post, we’ll examine five useful data points that you might not realize your members are generating for you. What constitutes an “engaged” and a “disengaged” member? Another great place to look for insight into your members’ interests is your blog.

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Higher Logic

JANUARY 20, 2016

Imagine: you just sat down with a cup of coffee to start the day’s work and notice an angry, ranting blog post about a recent decision your organization made. Community in crisis -- what’s a community manager to do? Enforcing is easier said than done -- telling passionate people they’re acting out of line can be hard.

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Spark Consulting

APRIL 21, 2015

So we’re hitting the rest now: How do you find out what rewards the volunteers like/want? And it’s OK to be forward about it: “What would be a meaningful way for us to show our appreciation for your contributions?” You can ask people to rate an article or comment on a blog post. EWE: Ask them! PMH: Great question!

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Eric Lanke

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

Most people are familiar with the 80/20 rule. By my count, I spent 315 minutes listening to people speak from the podium, and 45 minutes in structured discussion sessions with my fellow participants. Now, almost a week later, I remember very little of the information presented to me from the podium. But I digress.

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Higher Logic

SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

Ever wonder who the people behind the curtain are here at Higher Logic? Q: What excites you about community management? A: Community management, to me, combines some of my favorite things: working with people, feeling like I’m making a difference and social strategy. Q: What's your favorite book?

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 8, 2021

I still remember the final moments of a virtual conference I attended last year. Achurch Consulting explains how to build a culture of deep work for your remote staff so they’ll have the time to focus on what’s most important, not what’s easiest. What a gift. The First 100 Days—What to Expect. Neurodiversity.

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Associations Now

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

In 2012, when we plotted out the new Associations Now website and its slate of weekly blogs, I clearly remember my first thought when I was assigned the Membership Blog: What the heck am I going to say about association membership every week? Today marks my final post for the Associations Now Membership Blog.

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Higher Logic

OCTOBER 27, 2016

After looking through about a zillion stock photos and illustrations throughout my career, I developed an eye for what works and what doesn’t work. So many stock photos have awkward poses and silly props – it’s easy to pick out really bad stock photos because they just look fake and artificial. People love dogs.

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Higher Logic

JANUARY 23, 2018

Expert Tip: No matter which option you choose, remember that community is an organization-wide initiative. Get your entire team involved in the community with small tasks like posting blogs and answering questions. Do We Really Need All This? Imagine what that number is now. We Already Have Similar Tools. Less tech savvy?

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AssociationChat

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

After all, unless you have an assistant and an ability to learn clever dances (isn’t that what these platforms are all about?), What should you post? It’s All About Creating Real Connection with People. I’m really good at communicating and building relationships online. you don’t know the first thing about where to begin.

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MemberClicks

OCTOBER 4, 2022

And what employer doesn’t want their employees to be the best they can be? Having employers pay membership dues can be blog topics, webinar programs, topics in newsletters or even on social media. If you talk about this option often and on different platforms, you can help more people learn that this is an option.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

In the coming months, you’ll have to give some thought to what the future of work looks like at your association. No one knows what 2021 will bring but MemberSuite says you should plan for a few different scenarios. No one knows what 2021 will bring but MemberSuite says you should plan for a few different scenarios. Quick hits.

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Membersuite

JUNE 16, 2021

Every association is unique—that old saying is true and you can really see it in membership committees. Some associations can’t live without theirs, some got rid of theirs years ago, and some wonder what to do with their membership committee. What does the board want this group to do? Check in on first-year members.

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Associations Now

MAY 30, 2013

Blog posts fuel the conversation and foster insight. Blogs and events share common ground: They create value. Why events and blog posts shouldn’t be mutually exclusive, and more, in today’s Social Media Roundup. NEW POST – Why You Should Treat Your Next #Event Like A Blog Post [link] #eventprofs #vistage.

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Higher Logic

MARCH 21, 2017

People know about them and want to see positive results, but when push comes to shove, they don’t value them very highly. What Are Community Vibrancy Metrics? Corporate CEOs and CFOs don’t care how many people posted in your discussion forums. They’ll show you how people are participating and how often. That’s a mistake.

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Disciple Media

JUNE 18, 2021

Communities inspire change, create movements, and are powerful spaces for people to come together to feel seen, heard, and valued. As a community leader, it’s really important that you don’t overlook the importance of fostering diversity and inclusion into your community’s DNA. After all, isn’t that what community is truly about?

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