Spark Consulting

JUNE 21, 2018

We proposed a model, mission-driven volunteering, that empowers individuals through things like micro-volunteering and adhocracy, and provides episodic and virtual opportunities to contribute. Younger generations aren’t as interested in the type of prestige and position-based volunteering as their elders.

Committee 186

Committee Case Study Proposal Certificate 186

Associations Now

FEBRUARY 10, 2014

During a House Ways and Means Oversight Subcommittee hearing last week, IRS Commissioner John Koskinen said the agency will consider all public feedback on proposed rules that would crack down on 501(c)(4) political activities. The deadline for comments is February 27.

Proposal 40

Proposal Committee Review Revenue 40

Associations Now

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

The Environmental Protection Agency’s proposal to decrease the required amount of ethanol in the nation’s fuel supply has producers on the defensive. But the oil industry suggests the proposal doesn’t go far enough. The ethanol industry definitely wasn’t revving up for this. This proposal cannot stand.”

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Proposal Industry Missouri Press Release 40

Association Success

JUNE 25, 2019

Here are my tips on how to work with a consultant: The Proposal Process is the starting point. Working with a consultant usually starts with a proposal. To avoid any confusion, let me point out just what a proposal is: it is a starting point for a conversation.

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Proposal Project Process Tips 110

Eric Lanke

JANUARY 21, 2019

As a result, the two concepts are heavy on everyone's minds, and, believe it or not, it seems like many of us are operating under different definitions of those two words. We need to stick to our strategy , some of them said, but it wasn't the strategy that I was proposing to change. Here's my take.

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Strategy Proposal Resources Course 113

Achurch

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Rather, you should gather a small team of advisors , stakeholders, and users to assess the current system and weigh in when it comes time to review proposals, demo the product, and perform a trial run. The definition of integrate is “to combine into one unified system.” No major technology decision should ever be made by one person.

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Technology Tips Cost System 94

Jamie Notter

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

As I pointed out in last month’s post, we have proposed a new definition of employee engagement in our latest book. With that kind of power, status, and abundance, they have raised the bar. They are looking for more out of this thing we call work. So what does that have to do with engagement?

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millennials Proposal Course Strategy 150

Eric Lanke

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

If not, Google it, which, oddly in my browser, consistently provides the definition from Wikipedia in a box at the very top of the search results. Well, I'd like to propose a very specific 80/20 rule in the realm of association education activities. Most people are familiar with the 80/20 rule. But I digress.

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Proposal Education Conference Revenue 91

WBT Systems

JUNE 19, 2018

The request for proposal you send to learning management system (LMS) providers is only as good as the process you use to develop your LMS requirements. Before you even think about creating a request for proposal (RFP), you must spend time on the LMS requirements gathering and analysis process.

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LMS How To Learning Management System System 165

Florida Condo & HOA Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

As originally proposed, HB 437 increased the number and types of flags a homeowner could fly within a Homeowners Association, as well as increased the list of holidays during which a condominium owner could fly a second flag. But, in recent years such a broad use of Kaufman language has begun to fall out of favor.

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Florida Course Proposal Committee 102

KiKi L'Italien's Acronym Soup

OCTOBER 27, 2015

It should be a great chat - if you've never participated, definitely join in the fun on Tuesday at 2 pm ET. If your org does not have an app, what kind of app would be valuable to your members or clients? What features would it have? What top 3 apps would you recommend to a friend, colleague, or member?

Proposal 100

Proposal Tools Content Marketing 100

Spark Consulting

APRIL 26, 2022

Q: You close the report by talking about three “deserts” – around data, volunteering, and strategy – and propose three attendant actions, so I think we may already know the answer to my final question: What advice would you have for associations going forward? What should association execs take away from this report?

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Report System Survey Proposal 195

Forj

JUNE 28, 2017

In conferences, there’s definitely a sense of comradery: you’re an instructional designer? As I rode on the plane home, I contemplated what topic I should propose for next year so that I could come back and do it all over again. I was there last week for the eLearning Guild’s FocusOn Learning 2017 conference. Let’s talk shop.

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San Diego Education Proposal Conference 79

Association Success

AUGUST 12, 2020

By definition, independent venues figure things out on their own, and they almost never ask for help. Why did NIVA propose these bills? It was this realization that caused a small group of independent venue operators to come together to make change, forming the National Independent Venue Association in April of 2020. That one is great.

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America New York Revenue Proposal 114

Thanks For Playing

JULY 10, 2012

A few ASAE calls for proposals have hit recently, and its gotten me thinking about conference sessions. Preparing all these proposals got me thinking about learning experiences in my own life. Something I would most definitely like to see. And you would definitely be the one to know, Jeff. skip to main | skip to sidebar.

Proposal 150

Proposal Social Media Conference Review 150

Associations Now

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

In comments submitted to the Internal Revenue Service last week, ASAE said that proposed rules limiting political activity by 501(c)(4) organizations could have a “chilling effect” on nonprofits’ advocacy efforts. The House Ways and Means Committee approved a bill earlier this month to block the IRS from finalizing its rules for one year.

Proposal 40

Proposal Committee Revenue Education 40

.orgSource

APRIL 17, 2023

Welcome every proposal. In this age of unprecedented processing power, why is critical thinking important? The word critical comes from the Greek word kritikos, which means the ability to judge or discern. An atmosphere of trust is essential both for people to challenge ideas and to brainstorm possibilities.

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Communications Team Proposal Analysis 88

Associations Now

JUNE 23, 2014

Having ditched an earlier effort after receiving a record number of comments on a single proposed rule, the Internal Revenue Service gave an update on the status of its work to clarify the amount of political activity that tax-exempt organizations may participate in. Koskinen said.

Proposal 40

Proposal Revenue Washington Education 40

Associations Now

APRIL 22, 2014

In an interview with the Washington Post , the head of the IRS said the agency is still reviewing comments on proposed rules that would redefine “candidate-related political activity” by 501(c)(4) groups and predicted that the rulemaking process would continue through the end of the year.

Proposal 40

Proposal Washington Review Revenue 40

Reid All About it

MARCH 10, 2023

But busy association professionals can definitely save time using ChatGPT as a starting point on many tasks. As I wrote in the post, I enjoy researching, thinking and writing so I’m not tempted to use ChatGPT for those purposes—besides, it wouldn’t be ethical. Strategic resilience. More info/register. Host: CQ Speakers: Paul M.

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Committee Education Software Technology 195

Reid All About it

MARCH 3, 2017

I definitely agree with the #1 blogging tip: create a content strategy. Find out how to create effective dialogue on difficult decisions, generate constructive input on plans and proposals, and improve alignment and commitment to any decisions reached. Don’t let that happen to you! More info/register. Host: 4Good.

millennials 150

millennials Recruiting Recruitment Revenue 150

Optimist Consulting

MAY 22, 2014

This report highlighted how the research and data world had evolved beyond the Society’s existing categories and definitions that had traditionally been used. They made it personal – when I watched the recording of the London roadshow where they outlined the proposed changes, what struck me was their use of ‘member language’.

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Project Marketing Committee Proposal 100

Associations Now

MARCH 24, 2015

In an update on the proposed rule on political activity by nonprofits, IRS Commissioner John Koskinen told Congress and reporters that the agency may look to widen the rule’s lens to cover more than just 501(c)(4) organizations. I]f we have a set of definitions for 501(c)(4)s, what about everybody else?

Proposal 40

Proposal Committee System Revenue 40

Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 27, 2022

By looking at the outcomes of previous work, those on the board of directors or committees can propose actions that continue a positive trend or shift a negative trend. The only way you can definitively know is by examining data related to your aims. Visualize and analyze data connections . Provide insights into operations.

Association Management 134

Association Management Software Analysis How To 134

Associations Now

JULY 21, 2014

The proposed rules the IRS issued last fall on 501(c)(4) political activity do not provide a “bright line” ratio between social welfare and candidate-related political activity, the report said. Those revised rules are not expected to be released until next year.

Proposal 40

Proposal Report Revenue Organization 40

Association Adviser

JUNE 27, 2018

Devoting attention to each of the requirements of this definition is the essence of the board’s stewardship responsibilities, and boards can make plain how they propose to work together with staff and other contributors to move their organizations forward through governing intent.

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Strategy Proposal Virginia Process 60

Associations Now

SEPTEMBER 23, 2014

ASAE submitted comments on the first draft of the rules earlier this year and voiced concern that the IRS was proposing to expand the definition of “candidate-related political activity” to include nonpartisan activities such as candidate forums, get-out-the-vote efforts, and voter education.

Proposal 40

Proposal Revenue Education Report 40

Associations Now

JULY 28, 2014

Also: Don’t waste your time—or vendors’—by asking for proposals before you’re ready. Trying to make your event more eco-friendly is definitely easier said than done. Too Soon for Proposals? Don’t be scattershot with your requests for proposals or you may not get what you’re looking for.

Social Media 40

Social Media Proposal Project System 40

Associations Now

DECEMBER 4, 2013

The code does not even provide a clear definition of what qualifies as political activity.”. This proposed guidance is a first critical step toward creating clear-cut definitions of political activity by tax-exempt social-welfare organizations.

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Review Guidelines Proposal Committee 40

Associations Now

AUGUST 3, 2016

Conservation and biking groups have assorted opinions when it comes to proposed legislation that would lift the existing ban on bikes across more than 100 million acres of U.S. That’s a question being debated because of newly proposed regulation. Conservation groups oppose the proposed legislation. wilderness areas.

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Utah Press Release Proposal Review 40

Associations Now

JANUARY 22, 2014

The proposed restrictions, unveiled by the IRS in November , are intended to more clearly define what a social welfare group is and limit the amount and type of political activity that they can participate in. Mazur said in a statement announcing the proposed rules. “We The guidelines are open for public comment until February 27.

Proposal 40

Proposal Guidelines Committee Review 40

Beth Kanter

JULY 9, 2019

The author, Eirini Maliaraki, an interaction designer, argues for more precise definition of the emerging field “AI for Good,” with a focus on outcomes, not the technology. The article includes list of proposed best practices for use of AI in development and other social good fields.

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Tools Proposal Newsletter Analysis 58

Idea Architects

JANUARY 24, 2014

Remember the root definition of facilitation: actions that make it easier. You say your chapter is different and that what''s being proposed won''t work for you. "We''re unique" is just a defensive response people use when they don''t want to try something new or work at learning from an example that isn''t 100% like them.

Proposal 60

Proposal System Examples Organization 60

Associations Now

NOVEMBER 14, 2013

What skills and attitudes are needed to evaluate proposals and sunset products that have outlived their usefulness? Also consider: Who submits proposals for new products? ASAE’s definition: things we create and distribute, for free or for a fee. ASAE’s definition: things we create and distribute, for free or for a fee.

Products 40

Products Proposal Review Team 40

Associations Now

FEBRUARY 14, 2014

The proposed IRS rule is overly broad and would codify the IRS’s ability to attack certain groups, opening the door to further encroachment on Americans’ First Amendment rights. The bill (H.R. Camp’s bill would halt the IRS rules process for a year while the committee completes its investigation. Jeff Flake (R-AZ) and Pat Roberts (R-KS).

Proposal 40

Proposal Committee Revenue Education 40

Associations Now

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

To redefine the definition of a full-time employee in the eyes of the law—specifically, the healthcare law. It’s not all bad news on the healthcare law front for these groups; like many other retail groups, IFA came out in favor of a proposal by the U.S. Their goal?

Proposal 40

Proposal Cost Industry Revenue 40

Eric Lanke

MARCH 26, 2012

People generally have one of two reactions when I propose this concept to them--and they usually break down along clear generational lines. By your definition, the percentage of women who keep their maiden name after marriage should also be unchanged throughout our history. Provocative Proposals for Change. Newer Post.

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Proposal Innovation Leadership Member Engagement 100