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APRIL 19, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Chapter relations gathering. Gain an edge on professional development competitors by adding mentoring to your online courses and cohort programs as a free or premium service. Education + mentoring. Decline of trust. AI for associations.

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Newsletter Content Social Media Education 250

Eric Lanke

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

Member Engagement. Should Committees Report to the Board? Should committees report to the board?" Of course they should. There are some committees whose jobs clearly relate to the governance of the association. The Finance Committee. The Nominating Committee. The Executive Committee.

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Committee Report Innovation Project 100

.orgSource

MAY 23, 2023

A healthy balance sheet is the source of innovation, impact, and engagement. When directors understand their role in stewarding and growing resources, keeping track of that progress becomes a lot more interesting. Board members are personally responsible for the organization’s compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

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Committee Review Guidelines Report 167

MemberClicks

AUGUST 15, 2022

An LMS is really just the bones for creating courses, sharing information and tracking member progress. Tap into that desire and help your members learn! This could be as formal as a credentialing program, or as informal as a members-only resource for resume, cover letter and interview best practices.

Learning Management System 95

Learning Management System System LMS eBook 95

Higher Logic

MAY 29, 2020

While the way you align your proposed member community with your executives’ goals will vary by association, five of the most common priorities you might find in the strategic plan include new member acquisition, member engagement and retention, non-dues revenue growth, advocacy and legislation, and maintaining relevance.

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Social Media Tools Member Engagement Revenue 254

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 18, 2012

You may know that Higher Logic is the leader in social media and collaboration solutions for associations, not-for-profits and member-based organizations worldwide – and, of course, Lauren Wolfe and I go way back as long-time members of ASAE’s Young Association Executive Committee. Develop a library of resources.

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Member Engagement Content Conference Social Media 100

WBT Systems

MAY 22, 2018

If only prospects would give your educational programs a chance, you’d turn them into loyal learners—and customers, maybe even members. But how do you get people to make that first investment of time and money into one of your online courses? As part of their package, provide promo codes they can disperse to non-members.

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Sample Education Course Recruiting 150

Reid All About it

JUNE 18, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Their guidebook shows chapters how they scored in each of five KPI areas, describes best practices to follow to raise those scores, and provides links to additional resources on the AGC website. Membership committees. More info/register.

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LMS Certificate America Committee 369

Blue Sky eLearn

JUNE 7, 2019

Your association is most effective when you’ve created a strong community of members who value opportunities for professional development. Once your members have attended their first event or taken their first course through your association, you’ll want to take the necessary steps to keep them involved and motivated.

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How To Course Software Content 183

Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Got a writing project ? Member app. Unlike social media, a mobile app serves as a centralized communication channel for your members. Bulletin describes how a member app enhances and fosters member engagement.

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Certificate Price Tools Technology 281

Reid All About it

APRIL 12, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… I would love to live Like a river flows, Carried by the surprise Of its own unfolding. Even well-meaning learners who’ve paid for online courses and conferences are apt to click away if their attention wanes during your program. Gen Z education.

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Revenue Strategy Price Newsletter 256

Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Must-read newsletters. Looking to Engage Gen Z? But associations are no longer the “default” resource when they enter the workforce. Molly also chairs the ASAE Small Staff Associations Advisory Committee. 1 CAE credit.

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LMS Revenue Arlington Education 256

Tom Morrison

MAY 12, 2015

When your next strategic planning retreat takes place, will your board's focus revolve around being "issue driven" or "maximizing member engagement." Many members aren't intimately familiar with the strategic plan and think that is something only privy to the board. If yours is like most associations, it will be "issue driven."

Member Engagement 40

Member Engagement Committee Revenue Conference 40

Higher Logic

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Mentoring programs encourage professional development and networking, giving your association the power to connect the experienced with the ambitious so both can share resources and work together towards mutual career goals. When you invest in this tech tool, you’re investing in the professional growth of your members.

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Tools Recruiting Recruitment Strategy 205

Reid All About it

MARCH 11, 2022

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Past surveys revealed predictive variables that helped advocacy professionals wisely invest their time and resources in strategies and tactics that lead to legislator influence. Is your virtual conference engaging enough to prevent multitasking?

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LMS Revenue Los Angeles Newsletter 195

Blue Sky eLearn

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

While no membership programs actively neglect their engagement techniques, it can still be incredibly easy to forget about the foundation of your success: member engagement. Ambitious new goals or projects can sometimes overshadow the importance of continual engagement work. Committees and other member-managed groups.

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Content Member Engagement Tools Strategy 173

Reid All About it

APRIL 9, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. I don’t work with companies who take the committee approach to content—it’s a huge red flag for frustrations down the road. Virtual Events Institute ). .* – Overcoming Leadership Challenges in the Boardroom (NYSAE Engagement Lounge).

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San Diego Revenue Strategy Content 370

Reid All About it

MAY 12, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Non Dues-a-Palooza (NDP). In or Out: Staffing and Managing a Successful Sales Team 32% of associations say their greatest obstacle to sales performance is staffing/resources. It’s not until early September, but put NDP on your radar. 1 CAE credit.

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Chicago Newsletter Mooc Education 200

Associations Now

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

Ethical dilemmas can arise in any industry or profession, and while an association might have a code of conduct, ethical guidelines, or an ethics committee, the organization may not be the first place a member thinks to turn when facing a murky gray area. The free two-credit CPE purchase is renewed each membership year.

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Committee Guidelines Course Education 94

WBT Systems

JULY 24, 2018

58 percent of MGI participants said one of the top three reasons members join is to network with others in their field—the highest rated reason of them all. Let’s not forget that online courses provide an opportunity for members to develop relationships with fellow students. Offer member and non-member pricing.

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Survey Marketing Certificate Education 150

Reid All About it

APRIL 23, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Member communications. Help yourself and others benchmark member communication efforts and strategies by participating in Association Adviser’s 10th annual Association Communications Benchmarking Survey. 1 CMP credit. 1 CAE credit.

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Revenue Strategy Content Education 370

Reid All About it

AUGUST 20, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Online learner/virtual attendee engagement. While reviewing their website traffic reports, they discovered a common theme in their five most popular blog posts: how to increase online learner and virtual attendee engagement. 1 CAE credit.

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Revenue Content Resources Strategy 195

MemberClicks

AUGUST 3, 2023

Any type of organization can use an LMS to build course content and design structured learning paths for participants to follow. For associations in particular, learning management software comes in handy for crafting a continuing education plan for members and providing them with valuable certification opportunities. Reduce costs.

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Software LMS Certificate Learning Management System 52

Membersuite

APRIL 13, 2023

They become warmer leads for membership or for bigger purchases, like a conference or online course. Add a call-to-action to the end of your posts that leads the reader to a downloadable piece of content (lead magnet) or another resource. With a lead magnet, you can collect emails and data about the prospect’s (or member’s) interests.

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Content Marketing Social Media Video 93

Reid All About it

JULY 7, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… A month from now, many of us will be at ASAE Annual in Atlanta. Self-paced online courses. Creating effective, engaging live instruction is challenging enough. Should you continue as planned or course correct? More info/register.

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Tools Education Newsletter Chicago 195

Reid All About it

MAY 5, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Meaningful meetings. Our Space: Strategies for Shaping the Culture of Your Association Creating an inclusive and well-established culture within your association can play a significant role in member engagement and retention. 1 CAE credit.

Chicago 205

Chicago Education Certificate Revenue 205

Membersuite

JANUARY 27, 2021

In fact, 69% of associations have seen an increase in member engagement since the pandemic began, according the Association Economic Outlook Report , conducted in the fall of 2020 by Marketing General Inc. This lack of segmentation could be why 40% of associations have trouble engaging with new and younger members.

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Survey Education Communications Marketing 106

Reid All About it

MARCH 27, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… The Virtual Conferences Survey from Tagoras comes at an opportune time since virtual events are on everyone’s mind. It’s an opportunity, she says, to rethink how you serve members. More info/register ($35 for MPI non-members).

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North Carolina Technology Louisiana Conference 221

Reid All About it

MAY 15, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Benchmark survey on communicating in the current climate. Hear about some major considerations for online engagement. Find out how to design for virtual-first experiences, satisfy the desire to network, and keep your members engaged.

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Puerto Rico Montana Revenue Conference 370

MemberClicks

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

If you find success with your new member welcome packets and find that your members really enjoy them, you may want to look for new and creative ways to make this concept work for you. For example, you could do seasonal “packets” with resources and tips you email to your members for the holidays or summer season.

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Discount Committee Learning Management System LMS 52

Reid All About it

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Grassroots advocacy. When members better understand your association’s legislative and regulatory priorities and their role in achieving those goals, they can more confidently make an effective case with policymakers. 1 CAE credit. 1 CMP credit. .

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Arlington Technology Strategy Los Angeles 266

Reid All About it

APRIL 16, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Member behavior. WBT speculates about the invisible forces affecting your members , causing irregular or new behavior, and disturbing the regular attraction between them and your association. Quick hits. Tamsen Webster ). More info/register.

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Revenue Strategy Team Content 363

Reid All About it

JULY 9, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Member engagement. Anne McCarthy at Sidecar recaps a panel discussion at SURGE Forward about the new approaches to member engagement taken by associations during the pandemic. Of course, but canned do just fine in a pinch.

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Rhode Island Technology Strategy Member Engagement 195

MemberClicks

AUGUST 1, 2023

Associations come in many shapes and sizes but have one essential thing in common: building connections between like-minded individuals and providing resources for their members to succeed. What skills, experience, connections and resources will you bring to this role? Want to start an association?

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Recruiting Recruitment Cost Discount 52

Reid All About it

MARCH 5, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Jason Cohen , senior manager, member services at ISPOR – The Professional Society for Health Economics and Outcomes Research, invites your participation in a survey on membership campaign practices. Membership campaigns. Virtual watercooler.

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North Carolina Certificate Strategy Case Study 370

Reid All About it

OCTOBER 9, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… I’m back in the saddle again—and this photo captures my hiking buddies climbing up a tricky portion of the saddle between Big Spring and Squaw Canyons in the Needles district of Canyonlands National Park in Utah—one of my favorite places.

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Utah LMS Conference Technology 370

Reid All About it

OCTOBER 16, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… The state of associations. Due to the pandemic and uncertain economy, associations are constantly creating new resources for members and making changes to business as usual—yes, they’re innovating! Frugal innovation. AMS considerations.

Indiana 221

Indiana Review Education Conference 221