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Association 141+: Mission: Volunteer Leader Training Part 1

Association 141+

I have yet to find an association that is so well staffed that volunteers are not needed, and even if this association exists I would still question eliminating these positions as they help foster engagement, community and general leadership skills useful to a volunteer in all aspects of their professional life. Lowell Aplebaum.

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Association 141+: Innovation Right Before Your Eyes

Association 141+

They had reduced student membership so it was free, and communicated this change to the chapter advisors. Certainly the concept that direct communication builds a tighter connection is not new, yet in this circumstance it was innovation at its finest - simple, new for the association, effective and sustainable. Seths Blog. SocialFish.

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Association 141+: Stop with the Surveys.No Really.Stop

Association 141+

This post comes in the middle of my series on volunteer leadership development - Part 2 is coming shortly but until then. I recently responded to Peter ONeils open call to ASAE members to contribute their thoughts on the direction ASAE should take with the upcoming Volunteer Leadership Retreat. Join Me in Louisville for #CESSE12!

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Association 141+: You've Got to Know When to Hold 'Em

Association 141+

Volunteer Leadership Position Terms - For many volunteers, especially board members, there is an inherent need to get something done during their term in office. Not taking action based on missed communication, ineffective time management or forgetting is not a calculated decision. Join Me in Louisville for #CESSE12! Seths Blog.

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Association 141+: Associations Should Start Making Music Videos

Association 141+

Whether trying to grab attention, create a compelling narrative or shift expectations, combining sight, sound and narrative is a recipe for maximizing communication involvement. Voice is so important and while Social Media is the easiest way to get heard, it's hard to stand out. Join Me in Louisville for #CESSE12!

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Association 141+: 2012 Resolutions

Association 141+

Therefore, if I smile more when communicating I think I will be able to imbue those words with a greater happiness. How to Manage Social Employees, Social Media at Events, and Car Talk. Social Media And Events Continue To Grow: 2012 Research. Join Me in Louisville for #CESSE12! Seths Blog. SocialFish.