Spark Consulting

APRIL 24, 2024

I don’t mean your Annual Meeting, of course. ”, review the above point. But they don’t have to. If that sucks, you have MUCH bigger problems. And if you just need one person’s thoughts, you went to that person and talked to her directly, right? Who should do the majority of the talking? It’s all about me!”,

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Thanks For Playing

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Book Review: Humanize. Book Review: Humanize. The Grassroots Innovation Leader. skip to main | skip to sidebar. Thanks For Playing. Seeking community in associations since 2008. 29 December 2011. If youre one of my regular readers - or someone who knows me IRL - you probably know of my disdain for business books. ▼ 2011.

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Fonteva

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

In this guide, we’ll review membership management software basics and describe top options to give you a clear picture of how to proceed. For example, with the member information you gather through your software system, you can create courses, events, and other programs based on your audience’s preferences. Payment processing.

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Freestone

JANUARY 10, 2024

The importance of technology in continuing education The latest Community Brands research discovered that organizations must innovate to maintain their competitive edge with professional education. With the start of the New Year, there are new continuing education trends your organization needs to know.

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.orgSource

MAY 23, 2023

A healthy balance sheet is the source of innovation, impact, and engagement. Allow plenty of time on the agenda for the financial staff to explain when and how statements will be available, review banking, investment, and auditing arrangements, and answer questions. Online courses. Is that even possible? Share information.

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Association Success

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Innovation, revolution, restructuring or even transformation maybe – but never disruption. It wasn’t until I came across a 1995 article from the Harvard Business Review describing the theory of disruptive innovation that I began to understand the allure of the phrase.

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 26, 2024

Facilitation course : I normally don’t feature paid programs here, but this 12-week course is designed by two guys I really respect: Lowell Aplebaum of Vista Cova and Aaron Wolowiec of Event Garde. The spring cohort for their Association Facilitator Certificate Course begins on March 11. More info/register. 1 CAE credit.

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WBT Systems

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

Since some of your courses have been around forever, you wonder if it might be time to sunset an educational program or two. When an organization has limited resources, you can’t afford to invest time and money into educational programs—online courses, certifications, or conferences—that no longer meet the needs of your target audiences.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 19, 2024

Gain an edge on professional development competitors by adding mentoring to your online courses and cohort programs as a free or premium service. Learn innovative communication tactics and effective win-back methods to transform these former members into active, engaged participants once again. Education + mentoring. Decline of trust.

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The innovative Nimble Communities allows ACerS to adopt member engagement strategies like establishing online community volunteer opportunities and allowing member volunteers to adopt the roles of Moderator or Super Members. The American Urological Association (AUA) empowers volunteers through a detailed education content review process.

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Associations Now

AUGUST 13, 2023

.” Companies that need to be detail-oriented and cost-conscious, he explains, won’t benefit much from a leader who emphasizes creativity; introverted leaders will have a harder time at places that need to prioritize innovation. Of course, no leader possesses only one of those traits.

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Crowd Wisdom

DECEMBER 6, 2023

However, 77% of members believe if an organization doesn’t innovate, it will no longer be a go-to source for professional development. Coupled with fresh, innovative content, your members will be able to take full advantage of your engaging and useful learning system. Course tracking. Digital Badging. Content creation.

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

But compiling your annual report doesn’t need to be taxing. With innovative association management software (AMS,) your staff can gather crucial member data all year long, streamlining your annual reporting process. When you adopt an innovative AMS, staff won’t have to learn a difficult code to build member reports or dashboards.

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 11, 2022

A crash course in Gen Z for associations. Accenture reports 70% of Generation Z consumers have written at least one shopping review and 40% of Gen Z shoppers give routine feedback. Gen Z appreciates innovative tech when choosing a career. Gen Z is happy to share their shopping opinions.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 18, 2021

Get a 30-minute crash course on the simple video best practices you need to know to drive more engagement than ever before. Creating Innovative New Classes, Certifications & Association Products That Wow Members — and Your Board. Live Review of FOUR Association Websites. Host: 100 Reviews/Non-Dues-A-Palooza.

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Their guide covers configuring software for abstract submission and peer review, issuing the call for papers, designing the conference program, and more. Plot a course for responding to and reducing recurrences of findings during your audit. Mark Schaefer explains why you need to ditch LinkedIn as your primary content platform.

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The Data Bunch This groundbreaking virtual event brings together exceptional minds in data management, analytics, and innovation. From the most incredible experiences to the latest tech innovations, get ready to be inspired. Discuss variables that the hotels consider when reviewing your overall business value. to 4:30 p.m. –

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Spark Consulting

MAY 29, 2013

Of course, the fact that Google keeps changing the rules doesn’t help.). blog roundup cool technology generations innovation leadership management marketing membership social media Associations Now Facebook Google Innovation Excellence Jamie Notter John Haydon SEO Shelly Alcorn Technology Review'

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Crowd Wisdom

AUGUST 1, 2023

Today’s competitive landscape requires your CE program to offer innovative and effective methods for learners to assess their knowledge and complete courses. Begin by investing in an innovative learning management software (LMS) that offers self-assessment testing. Read on for tips on how to get started. Randomize questions.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Equip yourself with innovative approaches to adapt community engagement strategies in an AI-augmented landscape. Explore how immersive technologies, interactive displays and innovative soundscapes are redefining engagement and transforming the event landscape. Learn innovative engagement strategies for this digitally native generation.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 21, 2020

The premise is two-fold: Grab your favorite grape (in wine form, of course) or cocktail of choice and spend an hour with us as we talk facilitation graphics. There will be good company, lots of laughs, some hands-on practice with graphics and, of course, sharing your work. . 1 CMP credit. More info/register. Host: Meetings Today.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

TopClass LMS reviews the pros and cons of recording an educational event from both the attendee and association perspectives. Embracing AI in Events: Navigating Opportunities and Challenges Learn about the innovative applications of AI that are redefining attendee engagement, boosting event efficiency, and elevating overall experiences.

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Associations Now

OCTOBER 1, 2023

“Most organizations do not tell stories with a beginning, middle, and end, with conflict and resolution, or with characters and settings,” nonprofit consultant Annie Neimand recently wrote in an essay at the Stanford Social Innovation Review. You still need that mission statement, of course, and you still need metrics.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

But sometimes a traditional online program or course doesn’t fit our schedules. Fri 9/1 at 10 a.m.* – Association Bridge Networks| Coffee with Innovators: Association Design Circle Our topic this month is Association Bridge Networks. Who has the time to learn? Answer: we all do. More info/register. 1 CAE credit. More info/register.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 28, 2016

He also reviews four books that “can open your eyes to the importance of neuro-plasticity and how you can intentionally take steps to increase your brain’s productivity.” Here’s what else I’m reading, never just one book, of course: The Mountain Story: A Novel (Lori Lansens) – a book club pick I’m starting tonight. 1 CAE credit.

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WBT Systems

JANUARY 31, 2017

A learning organization is one “that facilitates the learning of its members and continuously transforms itself” According to this definition , this type of organization is more responsive to external pressures, has a faster pace of change within the organization, and is better able to innovate and remain competitive.

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Associations Now

APRIL 1, 2014

Research confirms the persuasive powers of expert reviews. Based on tests with 900 people, Nielsen discovered that expert reviews, defined as “credible, third-party online articles,” were more effective than user reviews or branded content. The two key reasons that consumers were so keen on expert reviews?

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

They describe how to cultivate an organizational growth mindset so you can prepare your team and association to innovate and thrive. If your association fits any of the five scenarios described by Lowell Aplebaum, FASAE, CAE, in his recent post, it’s time to review your strategic plan. Good enough” technology. Shrinking network.

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Reid All About it

MAY 28, 2021

With the switch this past year to online courses and conferences, many associations came to the troubling conclusion that their instructors and presenters didn’t know how to provide an enjoyable or effective learning experience. Collaborative innovation. Event Tech Innovation Summit. Train-the-trainer. Surface inclusion.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 8, 2024

Learn about unmet attendee needs and innovative ways to leverage event technology to conquer these challenges. What Association Leaders Need to Know about AI (Vienna VA) Learn about AI strategy, planning, and finding the right balance between innovation and risk. More info/register. 1 CAE credit. More info/register. 1 CAE credit.

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Associations Now

JUNE 30, 2014

Well-structured performance reviews are an important part of successful leadership. Of course, as is the case in many associations, it may be you’re the sole staffer—which is its own kind of problem.). But how do you manage them, handle performance reviews for them, and, if it comes to it, let them go? You have them.

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 19, 2024

TopClass LMS explains why you should keep the conversation going and the community gathering after a course, conference or educational program ends. Read the book (or an online review) and join us with a cup of coffee and your opinions on the concepts in the book. Post-program campaigns. Membership. More info/register. 1 CAE credit.

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Associations Now

MAY 9, 2016

Old habits die hard but, with a fluid market and the likelihood of innovations on the horizon, it can be dangerous for associations to become too set in their ways. “We have to move beyond gathering and reviewing our surface stats from the past,” Hurt writes on the firm’s Midcourse Corrections blog.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 12, 2018

Harvard Business Review says, “Translators play a critical role in bridging the technical expertise of data engineers and data scientists with the operational expertise of marketing” and other front-line managers. Hosts: Matrix Group and Review My AMS. Review a checklist you should include in your security policies.

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Spark Consulting

MARCH 4, 2015

This is, of course, a hot topic for associations and has been for some time, with recent ASAE Foundation research , conference presentations, books , and other reports all published within the past year. I’ll also be reprising the marketing materials review session from last year’s event.).

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Spark Consulting

AUGUST 28, 2013

Of course you do!) blog roundup changeblogging cool technology innovation leadership management marketing social media Associations Now Beth Kanter Big Data Colleen Dilenschneider David Gammel design thinking Eric Lanke Google Inc. Jason Lauritsen Microsoft NTEN sponsorship Technology Review Velvet Chainsaw' Love charts ?

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Forj

MAY 25, 2021

The healthcare field is always evolving, whether due to changes in the requirements for a professional to maintain licensure or innovative new practices that members are eager to incorporate into their daily efforts. This includes the ability to: Clearly display any accredited courses and learning modules that your association offers.

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