From Ben Horowitz : Perhaps the CEO’s most important operational responsibility is designing and implementing the communication architecture for her company. I’m curious how people are reacting to the idea of “communication architecture.” MORE
An association of public relations and communications professionals surveyed CEOs to determine how chief execs believe the role of organizational communications is changing in an age of nonstop news and information. MORE
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THIS is what I wish substituted for communications-as-usual in associations. communicationsThis is a dose of real. And quite frankly, fantastically inspiring. This video is not on YouTube so if you can't see the embed, I'm not sure how to get the link to you. I found it on Facebook. Bottom line, if you can't see the video it's a collection of nurses and cancer patients lip synching to Stronger - by Kelly Clarkson. It's joyous and heart rending at the same time. MORE
Or, to further simplify: There’s a communication gap between the board and CEO. The post A Board-CEO Communication Gap appeared first on Associations Now A new study says a lot of nonprofit executives are planning to depart—and that boards are missing the signals. MORE
But that does not mean they don’t want and need face-to-face communication. But there is one area where many people make an incorrect assumption about Millennials: the importance of face-to-face communication. MORE
Why Your Nonprofit Should Invest in Video As Part Its Communications Strategy – Guest Post by Michael Hoffman, CEO of See3. To see the impact of video, you have to be using it as an ongoing means of communications, not a one-off project that carries all your hopes and dreams. 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
And in today’s evolving communications and marketing environment, it’s important to find someone who has the right skills to take your associations to the next level. That being said, how do you go about recruiting marketing and communications professionals in your organizations? MORE
2) Making the member feel valued – They are promoting the election as a chance to ‘Have your say’ as opposed to ‘Vote in the elections’, which instantly communicates a sense of interest in members’ needs and desires; not just the organisation’s. MORE
This year I’m recommending in your communications with members that you simply emphasize brevity and clarity. It means sending fewer communications (electronic and print) that are consistently branded in both look and tone. Likewise, I’m advocating for clearer communications. MORE
During ASAE’s MM&C Conference earlier this month, association executives and industry partners took part in 24 learning labs, three keynotes, two preconference workshops and networked to up their game on digital, content and branding strategies. MORE
The biggest challenge, according to one recent study: the potential for communication headaches. Thirty percent cited communication, particularly the “lack of face time,” as the biggest issue—ahead of concerns about productivity and technology (22 percent each). MORE
Here’s why your members may not be responding to your marketing communications: Use their words. The more you can understand and empathize with your members the stronger all your marketing communications will be. MORE
Overcoming communications clutter With today’s “communications overload” filled with multiple electronic messages (emails, social media, etc.), Don’t get me wrong: I love social media, email and websites for association marketing and communicating with members. MORE
Is your organization one of the 49% of nonprofits who said they have no formal marketing or communications plan for 2011? If you are still developing your plan or are curious to see what other nonprofits are planning this year, you should have a look at the 2011 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report. association association marketing member communication networking nonprofit non-profit Non-profit Communications nptech social media MORE
Social media doesn’t exist in a vacuum but as part of an integrated communication campaign. The newest incarnation of his presentation defines the social space as it fits within a measurable communication plan. There are three truths to social media. MORE
Communicating the right information, in the right way, without confusing or overwhelming your audience--it takes time. Good communications take time to prepare, and I think they should also take time to deliver. If you want to improve your communication skills, I would advise you not to rush either. + + + This post was written by Eric Lanke, an association executive, blogger and author. MORE
As I review association marketing and communications pieces, it appears that most of us fail to write from the perspective of the readers/audiences. Model your writing after these folks and other companies and nonprofits who focus their communications on benefits and not features. MORE
Think is one of the UK’s leading specialist publishers for membership organisations and since 2011 it has conducted Re:member, a large annual survey of communications leaders in UK professional membership organisations. Communications Membership membership MORE
Drafting a strategic communications plan is hard enough, but keeping it relevant can be more difficult. Putting the words “strategic” and “communications” together can strike fear in the hearts of many association executives. 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. In fact, only 6 percent reported having a communications strategy. 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. In fact, only 6 percent reported having a communications strategy. MORE
Curious about how other nonprofits will communicate in 2014? Here are highlights of the 2014 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report. nonprofit-communications MORE
We focus on jobs in social media , marketing , communications , PR , advocacy , and digital. The Marketing and Communications Director manages resources and oversees initiatives that raise awareness of the resale stores and the Crisis Center programs. MORE
As we begin to invade the workforce, there is a noticeable shift towards a more open style of communication as well as an increase in the usage of social media. like it or not, this method of communication is no longer a trend, but a solid means of interaction. MORE
Your success rests on good implementation and communication. Communicating The Why Behind The Change. If you are implementing new changes to your conference experience, communicating those changes to your stakeholders is one of the keys to successful implementation. MORE
To make sure your team works best, all parties must be committed to regular and clear communication. The reason that worked so well was because we communicated well with each other. The post The Key to Teamwork is Communication appeared first on Associations Now MORE
I learned at a very early age the importance of clear communication, be it verbal or written. They knew that clear communication was the path to understanding. Boards think they do a lot of communicating when, in fact, they are simply doing a lot of talking. MORE
It has made me think about the role of colour in communications, so I wanted to share a guest blog from Steven Randall of Ocean Design. Mood: Colour has the ability to set a mood for an entire communication. I have been working on rolling out a re-brand for a membership client. MORE
While some boards understand the role and remit of their communications team and actively seek their help, the report illustrates that some boards do not share this interest in communications, and it offers ideas to overcome this and work effectively with your trustees. MORE
Since many membership and non-profit organizations may be asking themselves these very questions in terms of their member communications, we offered some ideas on how you can begin to answer these questions.( Associations member communication membership nonprofit non-profit Non-profit Communications nptech social media 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
I recently read ‘ One Voice – A Best Practice Guide to integrated communications ’, which is a great free guide from CharityComms, the charity PR and marketing professionals membership body. Bring copies together of a couple of months’ worth of communications and also mark them in a calendar. MORE
Curious about how other nonprofits will communicate in 2014? Here are highlights of the 2014 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report. nonprofit-communications 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. MORE
The National Association of Government Communicators issued a public reminder of its members’ roles and responsibilities as the administration transitions and several federal agencies have restricted their communications. MORE
However, the time for planning your association’s New Year’s marketing and communications resolutions is now. Outline a clear vision for your association’s communications. Naylor and Association Adviser recently released its Association Communications Benchmarking Survey. MORE
Your communication strategy isn’t so strategic if you’re not measuring it against specific goals. How do you determine if your communication strategy is working for you? Your communication strategy should include specific advocacy and fundraising goals. MORE
33% of organisations say that their main barrier to growth is effectively communicating the value of membership. Communicating membership value to members. Use this information to enhance and improve communications: Put yourself in your members’ shoes. 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. Association Management Software association communication MORE
One of the key communications around the rebrand is this webpage which explains the process that the CIPD pushed out via email. A rebrand for a membership organisation can be an important part of a new strategic direction. MORE
The post Get Real: Authenticity in PAC and Grassroots Communication appeared first on Beekeeper Group. “Who are you trying to reach and what do you want them to do?”. It’s a question you’ve been asked if you’ve ever worked with the Beekeeper Group team. MORE
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The National Association of Government Communicators issued a public reminder of its members’ roles and responsibilities as the administration transitions and several federal agencies have restricted their communications.
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Communicating the right information, in the right way, without confusing or overwhelming your audience--it takes time. Good communications take time to prepare, and I think they should also take time to deliver. If you want to improve your communication skills, I would advise you not to rush either. + + + This post was written by Eric Lanke, an association executive, blogger and author.
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This year I’m recommending in your communications with members that you simply emphasize brevity and clarity. It means sending fewer communications (electronic and print) that are consistently branded in both look and tone. Likewise, I’m advocating for clearer communications.
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2) Making the member feel valued – They are promoting the election as a chance to ‘Have your say’ as opposed to ‘Vote in the elections’, which instantly communicates a sense of interest in members’ needs and desires; not just the organisation’s.
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Social media doesn’t exist in a vacuum but as part of an integrated communication campaign. The newest incarnation of his presentation defines the social space as it fits within a measurable communication plan. There are three truths to social media.
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It has made me think about the role of colour in communications, so I wanted to share a guest blog from Steven Randall of Ocean Design. Mood: Colour has the ability to set a mood for an entire communication. I have been working on rolling out a re-brand for a membership client.
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