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When a crisis like the COVID-19 pandemic strikes, is your nonprofit ready with a well thought out communications plan? Here's how to put one together MORE
Membership Communications Expert, Melynn Sight recently shared her presentation “Crisis Communication Strategies to Strengthen Membership.” She also walked through the messaging basics and best practices for structuring association communications. Using a Communications Matrix. MORE
Five recommendations based on the 2020 Association Communications Benchmarking Report that will help associations communications move forward. The post How to Move Communications Forward in the COVID Era appeared first on Association Adviser. MORE
3 important reasons to participate in the 2020 Association Communications Benchmarking Survey. The post Help Set a Course for the Future: Take the 2020 Association Communications Benchmarking Survey appeared first on Association Adviser. MORE
The latest edition of the Nonprofit Communications Trends Report offers up some excellent insight into the minds of non-profit staff. We''ve gathered some highlights and shared a handy inforgraphic to help make sense of it all. nonprofit research MORE
The sooner associations wake up to the reality that their multigenerational membership base isn’t going to retain itself with an outdated communications strategy, the sooner they can break through to emerging generations and maximize overall engagement and retention. A cheer for 2020: ?? MORE
One small association thought so, until last week when an unexpected event revealed a major flaw in how the group was communicating with its members. Could your organization get a message to all your members within 48 hours? MORE
These 12 guidelines by two leading communications experts can help you create really great team communication in your organization. Team-Communication MORE
If so, interdepartmental silos might be keeping you from an effective member communications schedule. Member communications often hover between extremes like this - too much and too little, or both. But too often, departmental silos and lack of communication tip the balance toward extremes. Align Your Staff for an Effective Member Communications Schedule. Use the same communication tools. Use the same communication tools. MORE
Member engagement drives retention, and communication is the key to boosting engagement. 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. Ensure effective communication with member self-service options. Ensure Effective Communication with Member Self-Service Options. MORE
Here's how to keep members interested while avoiding member communication fatigue. The post Prevent Member Communication Fatigue appeared first on Association Adviser. Your association's messaging must strike the right tone and frequency. MORE
In a remote or distributed workforce, arguably, the most important rules are around communication etiquette. It is vital to establish a communication etiquette that is accessible and universally applied across your organization. MORE
The question is, has your association or chamber’s communications shifted along with it? So how exactly do members prefer to be communicated with in 2021? What did the report conclude about member communication preferences? MORE
The post Meet the Team – Emma Greenwood, Marketing and Communications Intern appeared first on The Moery Company. Communications Marketing associations emma greenwood marketing meet the teamHi everybody! MORE
These days, there’s a greater focus on digital communication apps, such as WhatsApp and iOS Messages. Text messaging enjoyed a cultural heyday back in the early 2000s when nimble-fingered teens used their Nokias to shoot quick messages to each other. MORE
even the past year), you know I’m a communications nut. Without communication, both internally and externally, there’s no content, no strategy. But not everyone knows how to communicate, at least not effectively. Last January, I wrote about Naylor’s 2015 Communication Benchmarking Study. Naylor has been conducting the survey for five years, and last year, the survey found most associations were continuing to struggle with communications. MORE
even the past year), you know I’m a communications nut. Without communication, both internally and externally, there’s no content, no strategy. But not everyone knows how to communicate, at least not effectively. Last January, I wrote about Naylor’s 2015 Communication Benchmarking Study. Naylor has been conducting the survey for five years, and last year, the survey found most associations were continuing to struggle with communications. MORE
Sure we can transmit a thought at the speed of light, but texting communication is fraught with misunderstandings. The post Add More Feeling into Your Member Communications appeared first on Smooth The Path. Texting may have been the worst invention ever. MORE
For 20 years I’ve taught organizational communication by sharing the skills of theatrical improv. Along the way, I’ve discovered the crucial power of improv for business communication is as a “gym” for growing your curiosity muscles. Here are four ways that learning improvisational curiosity supercharges communication. #1 Improv curiosity unearths long-buried communicational habits—both the good and the bad—as a valuable and necessary first step toward greater impact. #2 MORE
In an effort to help associations understand how others in their community are navigating communications in the COVID-19 climate, Naylor Association Solutions and Association Adviser added questions specific to the pandemic to the recent 2020 Association Communications Benchmarking Study. MORE
Sure we can transmit a thought at the speed of light, but texting communication is fraught with misunderstandings. The post Add More Feeling To Your Member Communications appeared first on Smooth The Path. Texting may have been the worst invention ever. MORE
For the first time in the six-year history of our Association Communications Benchmarking Study, association executives reported that communicating member benefits effectively is more often a challenge than combatting information overload. In looking at answers to other survey questions, however, the survey uncovered that communicating member benefits effectively has more to do with how associations define and demonstrate member value. MORE
What are the trends for non-profit communications in 2012? Here's an overview of Kivi Leroux Miller's Nonprofit Communications Trend Report. Non-profit Communications MORE
The post Communications With Hustle – Moery Webinar appeared first on The Moery Company. Resources MORE
The post How to Communicate Member Benefits Effectively appeared first on Association Adviser. Features Marketing & Communications Membership member benefits membershipAssociations have the ongoing job of retaining existing members and attracting new ones. Do this by showcasing the member benefits available to them. MORE
The post Strike the Right Tone When Communicating in a Crisis appeared first on Association Adviser. COVID-19 Resources Features Marketing & Communications content strategy crisis communicationsUnprecedented. MORE
This year’s Association Communications Benchmarking Study showed us that traditional forms of member communication – live events and print media – continue to be popular among associations and their members. 1 most-valued member communication channel, according to our survey respondents, again taking the top spot and proving that face-to-face content and networking is important no matter what your industry is or who your members are. Finding balance can be a tricky endeavor. MORE
A communications plan is essential to setting the right goals, getting buy-in, and getting the budget to achieve everything you need to accomplish. The post Build Your 2021 Communications Plan appeared first on Association Adviser. MORE
Associations should use digital and print communication to maximize reach. The post Long Live Print: The Enduring, Original Communication Method appeared first on Association Adviser. Both are important to showcase the association as a prime source for industry news. MORE
Curious about how other nonprofits will communicate in 2014? Here are highlights of the 2014 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report. nonprofit-communications MORE
The post Association Hustle Webinar – Sales, Membership & Communications appeared first on The Moery Company. Resources MORE
Now that you’ve mapped out the changes you want to make to your membership program, and your board of directors is on board with those changes, how do you go about communicating them to the members who will be affected? Membership: Communicating Change appeared first on Spark Consulting. MORE
Recently, I’ve seen a spike in the amount of email communications going through our servers, so I dug into how mail receivers are reacting to the influx of mail to their systems. As an example, New York State put out guidelines cautioning individuals about COVID-19 related communications: ".Cyber MORE
As a writer and professional communicator, nothing (O.K., well, not very much) is more frustrating than people who can’t communicate. But seriously…communication is a hard gig for most companies, especially with the advent of social media. Communication is everywhere. So it’s not really a surprise that associations continue to struggle with effective communication, according to Naylor’s 2015 communication benchmarking study. MORE
Every day brings more uncertainty with the spread of Coronavirus and your association has a need to expand your communication. Here are four communication tips to assist small-staff associations in displaying responsiveness, partnership and kindness. MORE
How to make an annual communications plan that shows your association's leadership how communications will help reach your organization's strategic goals. The post How to Write a Communications Plan using an Annual Communications Plan Template appeared first on Association Adviser. Features Marketing & Communications communications plan communications strategy Mighty Citizen MORE
In our work with associations over the past decade and a half, we’ve found several communication “secrets” (best practices really) that the most successful of our customers have in common. The post Communication Secrets of Successful Associations appeared first on YourMembership.com. Association Management Software association communication MORE
Give us your input to shape the 2021 report about member communications into an insightful and relevant resource for the entire association community. The post Participate in the 2021 Association Communications Benchmarking Survey appeared first on Association Adviser. MORE
Associations will have to segment their members and partners using the following for communication purposes: Essential / Non-essential during shutdown. The post What’s Next for Association Communications? MORE
Rachel Clemens and Nicole Arajo join us for a discussion about how to write a communications plan that covers all bases AND wins over leadership. . The post Podcast: How to Write a Communications Plan appeared first on Association Adviser. MORE
Associations should embrace the power of redundant communication. Managers who regularly welcome honesty can open the door to better communication. Associations that encourage vulnerability can significantly improve the quality of communication. . MORE
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Here's how to keep members interested while avoiding member communication fatigue. The post Prevent Member Communication Fatigue appeared first on Association Adviser. Your association's messaging must strike the right tone and frequency.
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FEBRUARY 3, 2020
Now that you’ve mapped out the changes you want to make to your membership program, and your board of directors is on board with those changes, how do you go about communicating them to the members who will be affected? Membership: Communicating Change appeared first on Spark Consulting.
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OCTOBER 18, 2016
even the past year), you know I’m a communications nut. Without communication, both internally and externally, there’s no content, no strategy. But not everyone knows how to communicate, at least not effectively. Last January, I wrote about Naylor’s 2015 Communication Benchmarking Study. Naylor has been conducting the survey for five years, and last year, the survey found most associations were continuing to struggle with communications.
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The question is, has your association or chamber’s communications shifted along with it? So how exactly do members prefer to be communicated with in 2021? What did the report conclude about member communication preferences?
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Give us your input to shape the 2021 report about member communications into an insightful and relevant resource for the entire association community. The post Participate in the 2021 Association Communications Benchmarking Survey appeared first on Association Adviser.
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MARCH 20, 2020
When a crisis like the COVID-19 pandemic strikes, is your nonprofit ready with a well thought out communications plan? Here's how to put one together
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MARCH 1, 2021
One small association thought so, until last week when an unexpected event revealed a major flaw in how the group was communicating with its members. Could your organization get a message to all your members within 48 hours?
Aaron Wolowiec
OCTOBER 18, 2016
even the past year), you know I’m a communications nut. Without communication, both internally and externally, there’s no content, no strategy. But not everyone knows how to communicate, at least not effectively. Last January, I wrote about Naylor’s 2015 Communication Benchmarking Study. Naylor has been conducting the survey for five years, and last year, the survey found most associations were continuing to struggle with communications.
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AUGUST 26, 2020
Five recommendations based on the 2020 Association Communications Benchmarking Report that will help associations communications move forward. The post How to Move Communications Forward in the COVID Era appeared first on Association Adviser.
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AUGUST 18, 2020
A communications plan is essential to setting the right goals, getting buy-in, and getting the budget to achieve everything you need to accomplish. The post Build Your 2021 Communications Plan appeared first on Association Adviser.
Association Adviser
JANUARY 22, 2020
Associations should use digital and print communication to maximize reach. The post Long Live Print: The Enduring, Original Communication Method appeared first on Association Adviser. Both are important to showcase the association as a prime source for industry news.
Association Adviser
DECEMBER 11, 2020
Rachel Clemens and Nicole Arajo join us for a discussion about how to write a communications plan that covers all bases AND wins over leadership. . The post Podcast: How to Write a Communications Plan appeared first on Association Adviser.
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FEBRUARY 4, 2020
The sooner associations wake up to the reality that their multigenerational membership base isn’t going to retain itself with an outdated communications strategy, the sooner they can break through to emerging generations and maximize overall engagement and retention. A cheer for 2020: ??
Higher Logic
JUNE 9, 2020
Recently, I’ve seen a spike in the amount of email communications going through our servers, so I dug into how mail receivers are reacting to the influx of mail to their systems. As an example, New York State put out guidelines cautioning individuals about COVID-19 related communications: ".Cyber
Wild Apricot
OCTOBER 16, 2017
These 12 guidelines by two leading communications experts can help you create really great team communication in your organization. Team-Communication
YourMembership Blog
AUGUST 22, 2013
In our work with associations over the past decade and a half, we’ve found several communication “secrets” (best practices really) that the most successful of our customers have in common. The post Communication Secrets of Successful Associations appeared first on YourMembership.com. Association Management Software association communication
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MARCH 21, 2020
Every day brings more uncertainty with the spread of Coronavirus and your association has a need to expand your communication. Here are four communication tips to assist small-staff associations in displaying responsiveness, partnership and kindness.
Smooth The Path
APRIL 1, 2021
Sure we can transmit a thought at the speed of light, but texting communication is fraught with misunderstandings. The post Add More Feeling To Your Member Communications appeared first on Smooth The Path. Texting may have been the worst invention ever.
Wild Apricot
JANUARY 13, 2014
Curious about how other nonprofits will communicate in 2014? Here are highlights of the 2014 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report. nonprofit-communications
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MARCH 19, 2020
The post Strike the Right Tone When Communicating in a Crisis appeared first on Association Adviser. COVID-19 Resources Features Marketing & Communications content strategy crisis communicationsUnprecedented.
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NOVEMBER 6, 2020
How to make an annual communications plan that shows your association's leadership how communications will help reach your organization's strategic goals. The post How to Write a Communications Plan using an Annual Communications Plan Template appeared first on Association Adviser. Features Marketing & Communications communications plan communications strategy Mighty Citizen
Higher Logic
JANUARY 24, 2019
Member engagement drives retention, and communication is the key to boosting engagement. 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. Ensure effective communication with member self-service options. Ensure Effective Communication with Member Self-Service Options.
Moery Company
APRIL 3, 2019
The post Association Hustle Webinar – Sales, Membership & Communications appeared first on The Moery Company. Resources
Aaron Wolowiec
JANUARY 19, 2016
As a writer and professional communicator, nothing (O.K., well, not very much) is more frustrating than people who can’t communicate. But seriously…communication is a hard gig for most companies, especially with the advent of social media. Communication is everywhere. So it’s not really a surprise that associations continue to struggle with effective communication, according to Naylor’s 2015 communication benchmarking study.
Higher Logic
MARCH 12, 2019
If so, interdepartmental silos might be keeping you from an effective member communications schedule. Member communications often hover between extremes like this - too much and too little, or both. But too often, departmental silos and lack of communication tip the balance toward extremes. Align Your Staff for an Effective Member Communications Schedule. Use the same communication tools. Use the same communication tools.
Association Success
OCTOBER 20, 2020
Associations should embrace the power of redundant communication. Managers who regularly welcome honesty can open the door to better communication. Associations that encourage vulnerability can significantly improve the quality of communication. .
Achurch
OCTOBER 27, 2020
In a remote or distributed workforce, arguably, the most important rules are around communication etiquette. It is vital to establish a communication etiquette that is accessible and universally applied across your organization.
Association Adviser
MAY 5, 2020
3 important reasons to participate in the 2020 Association Communications Benchmarking Survey. The post Help Set a Course for the Future: Take the 2020 Association Communications Benchmarking Survey appeared first on Association Adviser.
Wild Apricot
FEBRUARY 13, 2015
The latest edition of the Nonprofit Communications Trends Report offers up some excellent insight into the minds of non-profit staff. We''ve gathered some highlights and shared a handy inforgraphic to help make sense of it all. nonprofit research
Association Adviser
OCTOBER 25, 2017
For the first time in the six-year history of our Association Communications Benchmarking Study, association executives reported that communicating member benefits effectively is more often a challenge than combatting information overload. In looking at answers to other survey questions, however, the survey uncovered that communicating member benefits effectively has more to do with how associations define and demonstrate member value.
Association Adviser
JUNE 29, 2020
In an effort to help associations understand how others in their community are navigating communications in the COVID-19 climate, Naylor Association Solutions and Association Adviser added questions specific to the pandemic to the recent 2020 Association Communications Benchmarking Study.
Wild Apricot
JANUARY 6, 2012
What are the trends for non-profit communications in 2012? Here's an overview of Kivi Leroux Miller's Nonprofit Communications Trend Report. Non-profit Communications
Moery Company
MAY 3, 2018
For 20 years I’ve taught organizational communication by sharing the skills of theatrical improv. Along the way, I’ve discovered the crucial power of improv for business communication is as a “gym” for growing your curiosity muscles. Here are four ways that learning improvisational curiosity supercharges communication. #1 Improv curiosity unearths long-buried communicational habits—both the good and the bad—as a valuable and necessary first step toward greater impact. #2
HighRoad Solution
MARCH 31, 2021
These days, there’s a greater focus on digital communication apps, such as WhatsApp and iOS Messages. Text messaging enjoyed a cultural heyday back in the early 2000s when nimble-fingered teens used their Nokias to shoot quick messages to each other.
Association Adviser
JUNE 26, 2019
The post How to Communicate Member Benefits Effectively appeared first on Association Adviser. Features Marketing & Communications Membership member benefits membershipAssociations have the ongoing job of retaining existing members and attracting new ones. Do this by showcasing the member benefits available to them.
GrowthZone
JUNE 30, 2020
Membership Communications Expert, Melynn Sight recently shared her presentation “Crisis Communication Strategies to Strengthen Membership.” She also walked through the messaging basics and best practices for structuring association communications. Using a Communications Matrix.
Smooth The Path
APRIL 1, 2021
Sure we can transmit a thought at the speed of light, but texting communication is fraught with misunderstandings. The post Add More Feeling into Your Member Communications appeared first on Smooth The Path. Texting may have been the worst invention ever.
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