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SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

TopClass LMS wants you to know about the coalition supporting legislation to extend the use of tax-exempt 529 savings plans to association credentialing programs. Watch how the members of the International Bridge Tunnel & Turnpike Association used the Open Space concept at a recent meeting —and hear why loved it. Open Space events.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2019

You should still read the ASAE article to get a sense of how the blockchain can be used in other ways beyond cryptocurrency. Does your association have a popular conference workshop or training class you want to convert into an online learning program? If you have any free webinars or events coming up, please send me the link.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Their advice seems so obvious, yet apparently most associations need to hear it. Everything you put out there in the world carries an implicit or explicit Seal of Approval. Why do members join associations? To connect with and learn from other members, which is why online communities are a must. Sponsor perspectives.

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MARCH 26, 2021

The world is changing every day; you must innovate to remain relevant. WBT Systems sums up the volunteer SME conundrum by saying, “Your association can’t live without them, so how do you live more easily with them?” They suggest strategies for resolving some of the challenges you probably have with your SMEs. Chapter events.

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MAY 7, 2021

This approach would provide “immutable evidence” of the credential and eliminate the possibility of fraud and the need for manual processing. In some of these cases, technology and common sense can save the day and, in others, you might have to knock some sense into your board. Intriguing. Association myths. I found myself saying “Yes!”

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MARCH 10, 2023

WBT Systems explains how you can use ChatGPT to manage and market your association’s education programs. Launching a podcast isn’t as daunting as it used to be, thanks to resources and people who can help you get started, like Association Briefings. You need a content marketing ecosystem to support them.

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AUGUST 11, 2023

which is why I’m already looking forward to seeing many of you again at Non-Dues-A-Palooza (NDAP) in Denver next month. Higher Logic reminded me why Annual and NDAP are such a big deal for many of us. A few of them might surprise you, but they’re essential for technology project success. Community as a feeling.

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OCTOBER 13, 2023

Also worth your time Hamas’s war on Israel: everything you need to know. Morgan Chalfant, Semafor —another independent media outlet) Practical and beautiful tips on how to light the dark months—and give you some relief from the depressing stories in this week’s reading list. You know what goes great with greens?

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MARCH 20, 2020

Emerging member needs. WBT Systems points out a whole new set of emerging member needs , like the craving for connection and community—I think we can all agree with that. Members also need vetted information and guidelines related to their new topsy-turvy world, including resources for wellbeing and remote work. Thanks, Arnold.

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JULY 24, 2020

Backcasting starts with “a vision of what you want the world to be, and identifying actions you could take to make this future come true.” He says, “Consider the data, and its tremendous value to the organization, before you commit to another [event] platform.”. Why do babies in medieval paintings look so old and scary?

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MARCH 31, 2017

Cynthia D’Amour digs into the reasons why member age isn’t the illuminating factor you think it is. Although a shorter chat than usual, she’ll share insights and takeaways from the conference you won’t want to miss. – Europe Today: What Associations Need to Know (Washington DC). Does age still matter?

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NOVEMBER 3, 2017

The weekly list of free professional development events for the association community… I love the role of content curator, haven’t you noticed? explains why all associations should help members filter the noise with personalized content curation. What’s the best way to finish the year strong so you can begin 2018 even stronger?

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2016

120 days left in the year—what do you still want to accomplish? Have you contributed to the community as much as you’d like? This study will find out what leadership practices nurture great boards, what behaviors and skills CEOs need to move their boards ahead, and more. The survey closes next Friday 9/9. More info/register.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2018

The weekly list of free educational events for the association community… Ernie Smith at Associations Now provides really smart advice on SEO (search engine optimization) for your website and blog based on Google algorithm changes over the last few years. How do you know it will work? How do you know it will work?

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Eric Lanke

NOVEMBER 21, 2011

And staff that work for an association management company (AMC) are pulled in even more. Ive worked at an AMC and now I work for a stand-alone association, so Ive seen both models in action. Staff in AMCs typically have an even greater burden, since many have more than one board pushing them in multiple sets of new directions.

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YourMembership

MARCH 27, 2012

YourMembership.com Blog. Ideas to help you engage, empower and retain members. Photo credit: Frank Ockenfels 3/AMC. how would your association’s social media plan be different if Don Draper (the infamous ad exec from AMC’s Mad Men) ran the show? You will make a decision that will not be the correct one.

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DECEMBER 16, 2022

I’ll see you again on Friday, January 6, 2023. Wishing you and yours a relaxing and enjoyable holiday season. This week, while researching via Google, I landed on an association management company’s blog and found a post I wrote for a client. After much back and forth via email with the AMC owner, she took down the site.

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OCTOBER 20, 2017

You constantly have to improve yourself to keep up.”. I suppose robots will never feel the need to unplug. Do you have a plan in place to keep your members coming back to you – for content, peer networking and to take action? Find out how you can create opportunities for your association in Korea today.

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MARCH 27, 2020

It doesn’t matter if your association is a virtual conference pro, thinking about jumping in, or not likely to do anything with virtual conferences, they still would love for you to participate. Amanda Kaiser sees them as an example of “ tossing out the ‘what we are’ focus in favor of the ‘what people need’ focus.”

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MARCH 3, 2023

Self-assessments reveal where you need to improve your skills and what you need to learn. 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.

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SCD Group

MAY 8, 2013

I had a friend of a friend ask me and I thought you may have something from your background. I don’t want to create a firestorm but I thought it might be useful for you to see my response. Thus, my perspective comes from being both a staff member and an AMC owner. that are accessible to you via your AMC.

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Association Adviser

AUGUST 27, 2013

Also: Why you should save your personal anecdotes for another time. Connect With Ricoh blog. Accredited AMC Forum. Does your association have a magazine, newsletter, directory or website in need of revival? Social Media Roundup: Give That Copy a Trim. Ernie Smith. Associations Now. Kurt Konow. Dharmesh Shah.

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AMR Management Services

FEBRUARY 7, 2012

Kinda makes you wonder what associations have been doing all these years, huh? Be clear about your audience, their needs and their pain points. You need to understand how they prefer to consume information and their level of comfort with technology. Set clear goals and deadlines to keep you on track.

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MARCH 13, 2020

We all know to never make assumptions about member behavior (or preferences, needs, interests) based on your own behavior. But, I discovered a positive aspect of that tempting cognitive bias: your own behavior might give you something to explore. Why didn’t I know about this? Worthy reads about you know what.

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

If you have any money to spare, please consider giving to my favorite charity, the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina. Our independent weekly newspaper also has a list of organizations helping those in need. Are you protecting your organization’s high performers from burnout? Articulate ). Achurch Consulting ).

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FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Cierra Loflin at Superpath identifies the telltale signs of an underperforming blog and shares the turnaround advice of three content marketers who inherited mediocre blogs. Submittable explains what it is and why it’s important. Good eats Skip down to the list of free educational events if you prefer takeout.

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MAY 20, 2022

They point out the usual problem with keynote selection and suggest other ways you can use your keynote budget. You are not who you were. You are no longer burdened by the past—legacy work, relationships, or notions of your future. Become the association your members (not just your board) need now and in the future.

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SCD Group

JUNE 21, 2012

Reading this post forced me to question why I continue to pay dues like a lawyerly lemming each year, and I reached the conclusion that bar association membership has very limited value to me. As others have mentioned, it’s mandatory in my state (NC) if you’re on the docket. One more question for AMC owners.

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Associations Now

OCTOBER 14, 2014

But only 1 in 3 say they have the tools they need to be effective,” Find Accounting Software project specialist manager Adam Bluemner writes. Also, look for more on this study in Thursday’s Money and Business blog.). Just because you’re looking for a new job doesn’t mean your resume is ready for prime time.

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SCD Group

AUGUST 11, 2013

After briefly outlining my career path (journalist, public relations, association staffer, AMC owner, consultant/speaker/blogger), I offered seven tips or themes: It is their organization not yours but it is your career not their’s. So, when issues surface, you should think about yourself and your career. Start with WHY!

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SCD Group

JUNE 16, 2013

Why the changes at the helm? I once started a presentation to a potential organization client by saying “We’re trying to determine if you are a toxic organization and whether we want to manage you.” As you might imagine, that led to a robust discussion. Same if you are an AMC seeking a new client.

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AMR Management Services

MARCH 1, 2012

Just to be considered for the CAE exam, you need years of experience in association management and 100 hours of professional development specific to the profession. Do you feel having a CAE on staff makes your organization better equipped for adversity and success? Why are competency-based association boards an anomaly.

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AUGUST 24, 2018

And that’s just one of the reasons why a learning management system (LMS) can be a game changer for members and associations , says WBT Systems. How do you differentiate your B2B technology company from competitors? Off-topic: Check out my Grabbing the Gusto blog for posts about the recipes I’ve made recently or plan to make soon.

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AMR Management Services

JANUARY 20, 2012

Heres a message board members need to understand: Once youre excited about the mission and strategic direction of the organization, its up to YOU to help fund the strategy to achieve the objectives. Stronger by Association is a blog for members, volunteers and staff of nonprofit organizations. AMR MANAGEMENT SERVICES.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

They knew their old learning management system had issues, but the need for a change became painfully obvious when support calls overwhelmed staff. You could use this guide as an AMS audit or selection checklist. Their advice will help you “reconnect to the very human needs the organization was designed to meet in the first place.”

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Associations Now

MAY 26, 2015

A few smart words from a guy who built his life in technology could help you figure out your own technology balance. That sounds like an unusual question, but it was posed to me recently in the form of a blog post by an association management company. What if Woz was one of us? Woz’s point is sound.

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AMR Management Services

DECEMBER 21, 2011

And were starting to get some heft to the blog. With the help of a number of contributors, including the ever more prolific Steve Drake ( www.scdgroup.net ), I was running a semi-regular blog up until the sale. You can connect with us by subscribing via email or RSS. You can also follow us on Twitter ( @StrongerbyAssn ).

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