Reid All About it

AUGUST 27, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. If virtual or in-person conferences are part of your organization’s strategy—whether you’re a non- or for-profit, large or small organization—please participate in the Tagoras 2021 Virtual Conferences survey. Virtual conferences survey.

Tampa 200

Tampa Revenue Education Content 200

Blue Sky eLearn

JANUARY 15, 2018

By putting these resources online, I was able to solve a problem I didn’t know I had. I have seen many LMS portals that are beautiful, welcoming, and professional, with a wide array of interesting features, but once I drill down, I find only a handful of courses. This event was just a small coincidence, but it affected me deeply.

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.orgSource

MAY 15, 2023

Integrate Strategy There are plenty of incentives for collaboration. Effective strategy begins with an integrated plan. After these fundamental issues are identified and outlined, the staff, using their knowledge about available financial and human resources, sets the objectives that will realize the board’s vision.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 12, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Fionta describes several ways to learn more about new members during onboarding so you can lead them to the resources and services they need most. EST – WEC Grapevine: How We Did It – Digital Event Strategy & Considerations.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 20, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Is it over yet? Virtual strategy meetings. As the new COVID-19 reality descended upon us, Lowell Aplebaum was in Chicago to facilitate a strategy session. He shares useful lessons learned on virtual strategy facilitation.

North Carolina 221

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Achieve

MARCH 18, 2024

We’ll explore some foundational storytelling strategies for grant writing, broken into two categories: tactical and stylistic. Tactical Tips for Storytelling in Your Grant Even before it’s time to put pen to paper, these logistical and process tips will help you hone your grant storytelling strategy: Understand your funder.

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Tips Proposal Alaska Guidelines 52

Eric Lanke

DECEMBER 11, 2017

We're looking ahead to another calendar year in our association, and as part of that look forward we are setting a year-long course for some of our working committees. The strategic goals of the association have been developed by the staff and approved and resourced by the Board. It's not up for discussion. Long-term means long-term.

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Committee Guidelines Strategy Review 100

Disciple Media

OCTOBER 2, 2023

From the minute they first click through to your platform, right through to their thousandth login, the member experience spans elements like user interface design, quality of content, learning resources, and community engagement. So, let’s dive in and explore some practical strategies you can use to elevate your member experience.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 22, 2017

As this weekly list shows, all kinds of organizations put on professional development webinars, and an increasing number of them are getting into online courses too. WBT Systems suggests nine ways associations can keep their online courses above the fray by engaging students and keeping them coming back for more. 1 CAE credit.

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Disciple Media

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Whether it’s a passion for a particular hobby, a professional field, or a personal development journey, these communities serve as a haven where members can dive deep into discussions, share resources, and genuinely connect with like-minded individuals. A space for hobbyists to share resources?

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ISAE

OCTOBER 12, 2023

A well-designed website can help you attract new members, retain existing members, and firmly establish your brand identity online so you can build credibility for your organization. However, launching a website or revamping your existing website can quickly become overwhelming without the right strategies and tools.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 11, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. 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. Loyalty strategies. Make time for microlearning. Data governance. Staying away from the office.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 23, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Corporate member training programs. They also touch on assisting chapters with their digital strategy. He suggests some essentials for your home office gear and virtual meeting strategy. Community-Building Event Strategies.

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Revenue Review Content Strategy 300

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

Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Virtual conference pricing. When leveraged properly, an LMS will help any organization simplify and streamline learning content, programs, courses and support materials. Ready, Set, Meet: Coronavirus Event Safety Strategies. Host: PCMA.

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LMS Montana Revenue Price 329

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

Associations Now

OCTOBER 29, 2018

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. While the fad has worn off, the strategy remains widely used—and often, the infographic comes with a request that you share it with a link to a resource. Do not trust.

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Content Marketing Social Media Resources 76

Reid All About it

DECEMBER 4, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Tagoras is running a brief survey to determine how organizations offering professional development will focus their time and resources in 2021. It includes questions about the impact of the pandemic on strategy, pricing, etc. 1 CAE credit.

Blended Learning 300

Blended Learning Revenue Conference Technology 300

Disciple Media

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

In this blog, we’ll explore how to get your membership set up for success (Part 1), and strategies to market and sell your membership (Part 2). Whether it’s for educational content, fitness coaching, or exclusive access to resources, the goal is to create an environment where each member feels they are part of something transformative.

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How To Social Media Content Price 36

Forj

AUGUST 12, 2021

Your overall learning business strategy and tech tools such as your learning management system (LMS) and eCommerce tools work together to deliver content to your learners. Your team, subject matter experts (SMEs), and eLearning consultants work together to author content for your courses. What is course authoring software?

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Disciple Media

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

This allows for more personalized content and marketing strategies. Develop your policies and processes: Establish clear policies and procedures for your membership site, including privacy policies, terms of service, member conduct guidelines, and dispute resolution processes.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 31, 2017

I’ll be off the grid except for sharing photos on Facebook (of course!) Mobile Learning: A Practical Strategy. They want to be able to complete full courses, prep for board exams, and earn their certificate – all on their mobile devices. Facilitator: David Joyner, Joyner Media & Strategies, Inc. CAE credits.

Raleigh 150

Raleigh DC Washington Charlotte 150

Higher Logic

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Burning Man co-founder Larry Harvey , who passed away before this year’s annual event, wrote the “ Ten Principles ” in 2004 as guidelines for the newly-formed Regional Network. Let’s dig into these guidelines and explore how you can apply them to your role in building and strengthening the communities you participate in. #1:

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San Francisco Price Guidelines Examples 267

Disciple Media

AUGUST 23, 2023

Creating these personas will guide your content creation, marketing strategies, and overall approach, ensuring alignment with your target audience. Build a content strategy Content is king. A well-planned content strategy helps you stay consistent and relevant, keeping your audience engaged and coming back for more.

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Idea Architects

APRIL 13, 2015

Note: I wrote the following article for ASAE-The Center for Association Leadership, and it was published on April 6 in their Associations Now Plus members-only resource. Association resource materials for speakers traditionally include key dates and deadlines, room and AV logistics, and suggestions for slide and handout presentation.

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Illinois Guidelines Content Tips 60

Beth Kanter

SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

What if a funder got real-time input from its grantees and other partners to develop its investment strategy? In 2020, the foundation will close its doors. As part of its sunset strategy , the foundation is developing an initiative to support 21st Century Advocacy. Technology : Cheryl Contee, Fission Strategy.

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Strategy Innovation Analysis Project 28

MemberClicks

MAY 17, 2022

You must empower your staff members with the necessary resources to manage your organization effectively, and you must provide members with valuable experiences that are worth the fees. This allows you to adjust your strategies moving forward for even greater success. Save time by creating efficient processes and strategies for staff.

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System Association Management Directory Software 52

Beth Kanter

MARCH 2, 2015

The workshop used design-thinking based on Luma methodology to help participants develop a communications strategy for measuring impact. The process took participants through an assessment of the problems facing them, collective brainstorming, and prototyping. Acumen Fund has some free courses. How can they get started?

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San Francisco Guidelines Directory Communications 28

Association Adviser

MARCH 17, 2017

Be upfront about what will happen if those guidelines aren’t met; after all, you don’t want to promise something that you can’t deliver. Of course, how you hear “no” is going to depend on who is delivering that message and your relationship with that person. Plus, if you do have to say “no,” it won’t come as a surprise.

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Guidelines Cost Revenue Course 66

Eric Lanke

JANUARY 23, 2012

You can script the formation of strategy. This is where our illustrious leaders head off to their strategy retreats to develop their carefully laid plan that is then distributed to the worker bees for flawless execution. You Cant Script the Formation of Strategy. You can predict the future. You can separate thought from action.

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Guidelines Process Maryland Strategy 100

Higher Logic

DECEMBER 22, 2015

I took Ben Martin’s online course and found value. Those communities were such great resources for my questions—I kept wondering, “Am I the only person going through this?” ACUHO represents colleges and universities: these people are used to building community, sharing resources and making connections in the dorm/campus environments.

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Social Media Library Resources Guidelines 120

Association Subculture

SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

We are surrounded by messages about "getting our heads in the game" and "staying the course," and "up with people, you can do it!" Will they change course and redirect resources when the opportunities present themselves? Life changes course. Life is messy. Are we going to be shiny happy people.holding hands?

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Innovation United States Course Association Management 100

Ungrated

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Today, we’re faced with evolving guidelines and protocols that leave our workplaces, clients, customers, and members with continued questions. And we learned even better strategies to deliver and offer solutions to our clients and to connect with each other. As the new year came and went, we all had plans. Mission accomplished!

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Education Guidelines Course Report 17

Association Adviser

JUNE 29, 2016

Remember, you’re always going to have resource and logistical challenges when you build on the scale that many of our members do. AA: Do have other special strategies for connecting with your NextGen members, staff and volunteers? MD: It’s about building consensus with a finite amount of budget and resources.

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Beth Kanter

APRIL 30, 2015

This post goes into more detail and provides some resources on planning and implementing an employee champion program. Many nonprofits have limited capacity and staff resources when it comes to implementing marketing and communications strategy, especially social media. How To Get Started. Power of Staff As Champions.

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Social Media Arkansas Recruiting Recruitment 28

Disciple Media

DECEMBER 17, 2019

What all communities have in common is that they enable stronger customer relationships and turn peer-to-peer relationships into a valuable resource for product development and engagement. #2. This begins with a set of community guidelines, which should be clearly visible on your landing and sign-up page. Assess the level of interest.

Social Media 48

Social Media Content Guidelines Products 48

Reid All About it

APRIL 10, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Virtual association survey. Presenters: Graham Harvey, Chief Strategy Officer, Matchbox Virtual Media. – Sales Survival Strategies Amidst COVID-19. We’ll also touch on the tech, because we know it’s on your mind! Host: Aplusify.

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