Wed.Aug 09, 2017

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Advantages and Disadvantages of Nonprofits You May Have Overlooked

Wild Apricot

Many people jump into a nonprofit career without understanding what it actually takes to thrive in the nonprofit world. Unfortunately it’s those same people who burn out quickly. Not to be discouraged though, a good understanding of what’s to come will allow you to manage your expectations and plan for a successful, impactful career in the nonprofit world.

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#ASAE17 session: Challenges faced, lessons learned from applying an education strategy.

YourMembership

Change is a noun and a verb. Wait. Before you blame the foreign guy (that’s me) for bad grammar in using this phrase, let me clarify. At the upcoming 2017 ASAE Annual in the great city of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, there will be a session of the same named presented by our client, the American. The post #ASAE17 session: Challenges faced, lessons learned from applying an education strategy. appeared first on YourMembership.

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Why Tech Marks the Spot When it Comes to Meeting Planning

Associations Now

Meeting planners are turning to cities that are attracting new business sectors and investing in innovation. You have a choice: You can hold your conference in a city that is building a culture of innovation in a bid to attract startups and cutting-edge industry, or one that’s not. A bit of a no-brainer, right? A city’s startup culture extends well beyond business sector or office neighborhood.

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The Formula for Member Engagement

Smooth The Path

Related: . The new member engagement rule of three. Good moods are contagious at conferences. Who are the Stephanies in your association? The post The Formula for Member Engagement appeared first on Smooth The Path.

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Ultimate Guide to Monetizing Association Member Education

Unlock More Profit and Smarter Packaging for Member Learning Every decision that goes into your learning monetization strategy matters for your association’s bottom line. Our research has shown a clear correlation between high program maturity (and ROI!) and choosing the right monetization strategy. This eBook contains clear, actionable ways to approach packaging and pricing models that will help your association grow revenue, improve profitability, and drive expansion into new markets.

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Member Services From Top Down to Local First

Associations Now

To revamp its membership and marketing efforts, the CFA Institute recently made an organizational change to support local societies using a new membership activation program. It was a new way of working for an organization with a tradition of top-down operations. Michael Collins is a relative newbie when it comes to association management and leadership.

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Wednesday Buzz: Is Your Communications Plan Strategic?

Associations Now

Your communication strategy isn’t so strategic if you’re not measuring it against specific goals. Also: new ways to think about presentation delivery. How do you determine if your communication strategy is working for you? If you can’t immediately rattle off a list of goals and key performance indicators (KPIs) that your communication plan is being measured against, then it may not be as strategic as you think it is.

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Fire & Fury: Mindful Response **Special Edition**

Holly Duckworth

“He so did not just say that.” was my response when I clicked on the news. Shaking my head I say it again, “Did I really just hear my president say North Korea will be met with fire and fury like the world has never seen.” After a few breaths of confusion and anxiety, I have to recognize that my response, confusion, and anxiety is not the person I want to be.

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With Help of Data, Time Inc. Dives Into Membership Program

Associations Now

The major magazine publisher announced its first membership program this week, a pet-services offering. The company is taking advantage of the wealth of data it has on its readers. One of the best-known names in the publishing world is wholeheartedly embracing the membership model. This week, Time Inc. announced the launch of PetHero , a benefits program for pet owners that combines veterinary discounts with a quarterly subscription box package, along with other pet-related services.

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How We Helped a Florida Nonprofit Triple Its Giving Day Goal

Achieve

Big Dog Ranch Rescue, the largest no-kill shelter in Southeastern Florida, sought Achieve’s expertise in reaching their goal of raising. $50,000. on the 24-hour online giving day, Great Give 2017. Big Dog Ranch Rescue wanted to improve their results on single-day giving campaigns such as #GivingTuesday and the Great Give 2016. To create and implement a strategic approach to the Great Give 2017 and reach its goal, Big Dog Ranch Rescue sought the expertise and guidance of Achieve.

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2024 Association Survey Results Report

2024 Association Survey Results Report For the 10th year, association professionals across the U.S. and Canada provided a look at the inner workings of their organizations when they replied to GrowthZone’s annual survey. Read the 2024 survey results report to see how your association compares: Top Challenges Retention Rates Non-Renewal Reasons Automatic Renewals Reinstatement Strategies Member Engagement Changes & Strategies Why Members Join Non-Dues Revenue Sources Dues Increases, and more

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Glassdoor Study: Regulations, Internal Issues Can Delay Hiring Process

Associations Now

The social network that lets employees review their employers found that in many countries and industries, the hiring process took three weeks or more, with longer delays in some plances than others. Delays were pronounced in the public sector—particularly in and around DC. Hiring the right person for the job isn’t easy, and a lot of organizations—including those in the nonprofit sector, and especially ones located in Washington, DC—are taking their sweet time to get it right.

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New Resource Connects Veterinarians to State Wellness Programs

Associations Now

The American Veterinary Medical Association’s new website resource offers information on state-based mental health programs available to veterinarians. A new resource from the American Veterinary Medical Association is helping professionals in the field get the emotional support they need. Launched last month, AVMA’s State Wellness Programs for Veterinary Professionals details wellness programs available to veterinary professionals on a state-by-state basis.

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With Eye On Professional Development, CompTIA Relaunches IT Group

Associations Now

CompTIA this week revealed its revamp of the Association of Information Technology Professionals, a group it acquired earlier this year, which borrows from the infrastructure of the former group and the resources of its parent. CompTIA, an information technology trade group best known for its industry certifications, has a new take on the IT sector.