Associations Now

JANUARY 3, 2024

I focused on our channels to see what our community was engaging with and how to make the content meaningful for audiences.” Jones attributes that success to embracing her team’s creativity, taking a less prescriptive approach to the campaign, and making it easy for members to want to engage with the content.

Social Media 113

Social Media Strategy Conference Project 113

NXUnite

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Powered by a team that understands nonprofits and mission-driven businesses, Foundry for Good isn’t just a springboard for for-profit companies. With a powerful team, expansive network, and innovative marketing strategies, they’ll make sure your business’s impact is felt. They strive to invest in ideas that can make a true impact.

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Software Discount Tools Resources 130

.orgSource

MAY 15, 2023

Is your marketing team hanging out at the North Pole while the membership group chills in Antarctica? If the marketing team promises a fabulous new website, and the results don’t include any features members want, there will be issues, not the least of which is broken confidence. We saw their loyalty as beyond commercial transactions.

Marketing 88

Marketing Team Social Media Communications 88

NXUnite

OCTOBER 4, 2023

You can also boost the sense of community by creating branded merchandise for your program, such as hats, T-shirts, or name tags. Offering new ambassadors matching items will help them feel like members of an exclusive team. Will they share social media content? Establish guidelines for program membership.

Tips 130

Tips Social Media Guidelines Recruiting 130

Associations Now

APRIL 7, 2020

But effectively communicating takes more than public speaking skills. Trust is a critical element in effective communications. In a time of automation, streamlining, and integration with third-party apps, your executive management team needs data visualization tools to make faster and smarter decisions.”.

Communications 59

Communications LMS Guidelines Software 59

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. Content strategy.

Revenue 370

Revenue Strategy Content Education 370

Higher Logic

APRIL 9, 2019

Choosing imagery for your content marketing campaigns is really hard. We’ve put together four questions that will help you express your ideas in visual form in a way that catches your audience’s attention and pulls them into your content. What is this campaign or content about? Is this image relevant to my content?

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Content Marketing Social Media Tips 153

Association Adviser

JULY 13, 2016

If your association needs help bridging the staffing gap or creating effective, engaging communication plans, outsourcing content management could be a viable, cost-friendly option. Here are some guidelines to help you understand what the outsourcing process looks like for your association. Why outsource?

Content 60

Content eBook Communications Social Media 60

Associations Now

OCTOBER 29, 2018

It’s common these days for your content and web teams to frequently field emails asking for some kind of link back. Link building is often a bad tactic to fall into Google’s good graces, but content marketers could learn from its faults to boost their own strategies. But What About My Own SEO?

Content 81

Content Marketing Social Media Resources 81

Reid All About it

OCTOBER 23, 2020

She shares some interesting research findings about digital fatigue and the renewed desire for printed content. Quick hits before we get to the list of next week’s free education: Association revenue resilience: build a foundation with content pillars. Refactored Content via Protech Associates ). Count me in. More info/register.

Revenue 300

Revenue Review Content Strategy 300

Achurch

AUGUST 22, 2019

Communication. First, it’s important for organizations to acknowledge that not only is the mode of communication different, but the attitudes and styles about communication are different between generations. Younger generations are used to a more casual style of communication, even with their superiors. Team Management.

millennials 106

millennials Technology Team Directory 106

Reid All About it

AUGUST 27, 2021

Learn how volunteer scenarios and training gap analysis can help your association identify the type of content you need to develop and offer to prepare chapter members for volunteering and leadership. Amanda Kaiser recommends making your exhibitors and sponsors true content partners. Advancing Ethical Understandings in Diverse Teams.

Tampa 200

Tampa Revenue Education Content 200

Associations Now

MARCH 31, 2020

To provide value to members, follow these webinar guidelines. Looking to provide digital content to members? There are a few guidelines to follow to create a better webinar experience, and it starts with the presenters: Don’t make them multitask. Also: It’s not just what you say, but how you say it. Other Links of Note.

Tips 63

Tips Guidelines Content Communications 63

Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… I’m not publishing Brain Food next Friday (10/2) because I’ll be hiking in southern Utah, so this edition includes all the events I know about in the next two weeks. Virtual conference communications survey. Virtual conference experience.

Case Study 285

Case Study Content Montana Conference 285

Reid All About it

AUGUST 11, 2023

Read what they learned about the growth of international audiences thanks to online events—and challenges with online networking and engagement—as well as on-demand online content libraries and problems caused by the lack of integrations. Procrastination. 1 CAE credit. . More info/register. 1 CAE credit. More info/register. 1 CMP credit.

Chicago 195

Chicago Certificate Marketing Content 195

Achieve

MARCH 18, 2024

Whether it’s an emailed donation appeal, social media post, or old-school flyer on a bulletin board, the best nonprofit communications help your audience relate to and position themselves within your mission’s story. But what about some of your highest-impact communications— grant proposals ? Don’t skimp on the details.

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Tips Proposal Alaska Guidelines 52

Reid All About it

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Aaron Wolowiec, CAE, CMP, of Event Garde reports back from in-person events he’s attended or he and his team have planned. Content marketing. From blog posts to case studies, find out exactly what content marketers create for each stage of their content marketing funnel. Masooma Memon, Databox ). More info/register.

San Diego 195

San Diego Education Social Media Content 195

Delcor

MARCH 5, 2020

Rather than trying to account for every possible scenario you will encounter by engaging on various social media channels (which is impossible), here is a simple outline for what your team should include. Guidelines for creating and sharing content. Procedure for setting up an official social media account. One person (e.g.,

Social Media 59

Social Media Handbook Guidelines Sample 59

Reid All About it

JUNE 11, 2021

But, fear not, Event Farm crunched the numbers and came up with guidelines on how much your 2021 event budget might increase for each line item. Are there any new things to communicate in your contract? Such failures to communicate effectively in the workplace can hinder a career. Data governance. More info/register.

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Certificate Technology Communications Revenue 322

Higher Logic

SEPTEMBER 21, 2017

Depending on your member demographic, you may consider bringing your legal team into the discussion. Communities for doctors, lawyers, and other groups who may have sensitive information to discuss, will require more detailed Terms of Use that protect your organization and its members. Repurposed Content. Sharing Features.

Social Media 189

Social Media Software Video Content 189

Reid All About it

OCTOBER 16, 2020

Content audit. If you’re thinking about doing a content audit as preparation for developing a content strategy, Hilary Marsh shares a content audit planning worksheet and issues to consider before diving in. Loren Edelstein, Vice President and Content Director, Northstar Meetings Group. Host: Community IT.

Indiana 221

Indiana Review Education Conference 221

Reid All About it

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Ann Smarty, Content Marketing Institute ). How to do a website content audit: a step-by-step guide with examples. Learn how to create authentic engagement using real video content. Communication and Community during Challenging Times: A Media Perspective. Tenenbaum, Esq. ). Ann Handley ). Tue 10/19 from 10:30 a.m.

Revenue 195

Revenue Committee Strategy Technology 195

Reid All About it

APRIL 30, 2021

Check this flowchart before you decide to put that content behind a paywall or lead magnet form. Learn about the transition from individual contributor to supervisor, essential communication skills, and leader behaviors that positively impact team performance. Wes Trochlil ). Joe Chernov, HubSpot ). More info/register.

Education 354

Education Technology Strategy Revenue 354

Arc 3 Communications

JUNE 22, 2021

A social media policy is a code of conduct that provides guidelines for employees when it comes to posting content on the internet, whether personally or professionally. This single authority often times consists of a city of county’s communications team. The other type of control is decentralized.

Social Media 52

Social Media How To Guidelines Georgia 52

Reid All About it

MARCH 20, 2020

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. Crisis Communications Expert Adele Cehrs.

North Carolina 221

North Carolina Technology Strategy Revenue 221

Fonteva

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Here are our top tips from an HR consultant: Invest in a comprehensive management solution Communicate consistently and valuably Offer ample learning opportunities Provide tools for members to engage with each other. Email marketing and communication. Communicate consistently and valuably. Event planning and management.

Member Engagement 98

Member Engagement Tips Recruiting Recruitment 98

MemberClicks

DECEMBER 19, 2023

A basic website typically includes public-facing information about your: Mission, vision, and values Organizational history Leadership staff or board members Ways people can get involved Services and programming Contact information to learn more A membership website includes this information, but also offers gated, members-only content and pages.

Directory 52

Directory Discount Software Tools 52

Reid All About it

OCTOBER 9, 2020

WBT Systems says, “The LMS is the workhorse for the professional development team, but it has many more uses beyond hosting online courses.” Quick hits before we get to the list of next week’s free education: How to adapt your communication approach and expectations with both mentors and mentees during pandemic times. Host: EventMB.

Utah 370

Utah LMS Conference Technology 370

Reid All About it

MARCH 31, 2017

Association Media & Publishing with help from the creative team at Imagination has a new podcast—associationNation. I enjoyed the first episode about associations that manage to publish content rapidly in response to industry events or news. Is it being used effectively by other teams or on other tech platforms?

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Raleigh DC Washington Charlotte 150

Reid All About it

AUGUST 18, 2023

Chief Communications Officer/Owner, CQbd Wed 8/23 at 1 p.m. Find out how to consolidate and price your content marketing offerings for success, structure digital sponsorship that works for sponsors and members, and create the behavior in your sponsors that helps improve your digital content calendar. 1 CAE credit. 1 CAE credit.

Certificate 195

Certificate Education Revenue Marketing 195

Disciple Media

JULY 25, 2023

Regular interactions and valuable content keeps engagement levels high. Engagement is the heartbeat of a thriving online community. As community manager, your primary goal is to foster a dynamic environment where members actively participate and interact with one another.

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Guidelines Content Social Media Survey 36

Reid All About it

OCTOBER 13, 2017

Learn how associations can use metrics as a way to hyper-personalize content for users and members, all while gaining insight and turning metrics into something actionable. Understand the guidelines and the generic criteria for events, the impact of these changes on sponsorship and attendance, and the entities overseeing the process.

DC 150

DC Washington Content Tools 150

MemberClicks

MAY 24, 2024

Create content and promote it Successful corporate partnerships for nonprofits leverage content, and good branding is a must. You can use your nonprofit’s branding if the corporate sponsor is happy with that, or work together to create a branding package, then use it for content you promote. How will they get exposure?

Guidelines 52

Guidelines Marketing Products Project 52

Delcor

OCTOBER 16, 2018

Does your team have the necessary digital skills to enact that strategy? Let’s take a closer look at your contents. Hire these people to advance your digital IT maturity: Digital strategy leader: The head of digital strategy oversees content teams, creative positions, and web teams. Content strategy.

Social Media 65

Social Media Software Content Team 65

Reid All About it

MARCH 12, 2021

. – The Three C’s of Digital Marketing Success: How to Simply Create, Co-Create and Curate Content to Engage Your Audience and Drive Real Results. Learn how to create, co-create, and curate content that delivers real value to your audience. Learn what ‘unified communications and collaboration’ means. Wed 3/17 at 11 a.m. –

Nashville 370

Nashville LMS North Carolina Recruiting 370

ISAE

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Armed with an association-specific website builder, your nonprofit can breeze through the entire web development process and create a final product that both your team and your members will be proud of. A consistent brand across your website communicates professionalism to your prospective members. Optimize for accessibility.

Tips 52

Tips Social Media Resources Directory 52

Associations Now

OCTOBER 17, 2013

Executing a large project, such as a 530-page resource book for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community, takes extreme organization, diplomacy, good communication and collaboration, and passion—as one editor demonstrates. We thought it was a good project,” said Susan Boswell, CAE, AG Bell director of communications and marketing. “AG

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