YourMembership

OCTOBER 11, 2018

When you think of membership renewal strategies, you might think about the few months leading up to a member’s renewal date. But your members’ entire experience with your organization — not just the last 90 days — informs their decision to renew. From the moment they click the “join” button, your members are deciding if. The post 4 membership renewal strategies to start now appeared first on YourMembership.

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Smooth The Path

OCTOBER 11, 2018

What is the real value of associations for members? I have heard members say, “I felt very uncertain, even scared, about taking the next step in my career but, the association helped me be confident.” Or, “I was assigned a big project no one in our company had attempted but, I found help through the association.” I felt very unsure, and now I am more confident.

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Wild Apricot

OCTOBER 11, 2018

If you're planning on starting a nonprofit Instagram and aren't sure where to begin, Lilach Bullock, social media expert, has you covered.

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GrowthZone

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Coming up with ideas for social media posts can be stressful and time-consuming. The social media success formula indicates that only 10% of posts should be about your organization. So, what about the rest of your posts? A simple technique for keeping on pace with your content calendar is to post about holidays and events. Here’s how to write an association. blog article people will actually read ».

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Dive deep into essential elements that drive member retention. Learn why members may hesitate to renew. Discover actionable techniques to encourage their return and foster lasting engagement. Uncover reasons members choose not to renew. Learn effective tactics to elevate member engagement and communication. Explore methods to encourage member renewal and active participation in your association Download now to take charge of your membership retention strategy!

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Associations Now

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Sick of executing conferences the same way you’ve done them for years? Consider making these changes to breathe new life into your events and boost attendee engagement. It’s easy to stick with routine. I tend to go with one of two routes when I head out the front door to go on a morning run. For me, it mostly comes down to knowing that either will get me back in time to make breakfast and shower before I head to work.

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Associations Now

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Managing a virtual team requires clean logistics, great communication, and a lot of trust. Here’s how to do it, from Entrepreneur. Also: elements of a content strategy. Leading a team is one thing if it’s in person, and something totally different with remote workers. “Effective communication is vital for a mobile workforce where office ‘water cooler’ talk simply no longer exists,” says Jordan Owens in a post for Entrepreneur.

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Association Success

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Mindful practices you can use to improve your approach to work - and to yourself. Productivity is using your pro-activity to focus and attain your goals. Start out with a clear set of intentions and then align your thoughts, beliefs and actions to become productive. How do we integrate personal and professional productivity? Begin with personal self-care.

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Associations Now

OCTOBER 11, 2018

The National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, which is closely collaborating on the response to Hurricane Michael this week, is using its website to highlight the work being done to get affected communities back on the grid. The fast-moving Hurricane Michael, which has quickly plowed through the Southeast this week after starting in the Gulf of Mexico, has energy industry groups on their toes as they assess what the storm’s impact is for the affected states, including Florida, Alabama, Ge

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Higher Logic

OCTOBER 11, 2018

If you’re an email marketer, you’ve probably heard acronyms like “SPF,” “DKIM,” and “DMARC” being tossed around with little explanation. People might assume you automatically understand these terms, but the truth is that many marketers’ grasp of these concepts is vague, at best. The good news is that SPF, DKIM, and DMARC can work together for you like a triple rainbow of email authentication, and that’s why we want you to have a thorough understanding of them.

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Events hold the power to create lasting impressions and meaningful connections. They are not only occasions for celebration but also valuable marketing opportunities. Event marketing has become an essential component of successful business strategies, enabling organizations to engage with their target audience and create memorable experiences. However, behind every successful event lies a well-thought-out marketing strategy.

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Associations Now

OCTOBER 11, 2018

The contest, focused on the opioid crisis, aims to encourage students to take a deeper dive into the potential of a career in statistics—while highlighting the value of public data. The American Statistical Association’s secret to drawing in new generations of statisticians might reside somewhere in the vast amounts of public data out there. That data, particularly in regard to the opioid crisis, is at the center of ASA’s Public Health Data Challenge, announced this week.

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Idea Architects

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Some people think of values like anchors: they hold you in place so you don't stray too far in your decision-making. Others think of values like the North Star: they are directional guideposts to help steer you in the right direction. It's not unusual for organizations of all kinds—educational institutions, government agencies, nonprofits, or companies—to have a statement of core values, the ones that are meant to guide and shape behavior and decisions.

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Associations Now

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Rundown Attendees: 8,000 plus. Exhibits: 800. Education sessions: 250 plus. The Composites and Advanced Materials Expo begins next week in Dallas. Attendance is expected to top 8,000. Thousands of composites industry leaders and professionals are headed to Dallas next week to hear about the latest research, exchange ideas with colleagues, and discover new solutions and technologies to help with their current and future projects.

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Beth Kanter

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Note from Beth: When United Way Worldwide colleague Neil Parekh shared this piece earlier this week, I asked if he would publish as a guest post on my blog. I know it was a difficult piece for Neil to write and appreciate him sharing this. TRIGGER WARNING. This blog post references rape, sexual assault and harassment, but also offers suggestions on how to reach out for help, resources for talking with children and self-care tips.

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Every decision that goes into your learning monetization strategy matters for your organization’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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