Tue.Oct 22, 2019

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Don’t let your small association suffer death by spreadsheets

YourMembership

Managing member data with spreadsheets might have worked when your association was just getting started. But now it will only slow you down. Here are five reasons to move on to a better member management solution. When your small association is getting started, spreadsheets might seem like the easiest way to manage member data. But. The post Don’t let your small association suffer death by spreadsheets appeared first on YourMembership.

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Association Management Systems (AMS): 5 Software Strategies

Higher Logic

Your association provides your members with many different opportunities to develop as professionals and grow in their careers. But to do this effectively, you need to have a system in place for gathering, organizing, and accessing the member information that provides you with insight into their goals and preferences: an association management system, or an AMS.

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11 Powerful Online Directory Software Options You Can Try Today

Wild Apricot

Want to start an online directory? Launch your site today with one of these easy-to-use directory software options.

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Rejuvenate After the Conference

Smooth The Path

Throughout my career, I have been involved in conferences as an exhibitor, sponsor, attendee, volunteer, speaker, and host. No matter the role, conference days are long, but no other role is as demanding as being the conference host. In my association, we were often up at 5 AM and to bed at 1 AM for seven days straight. For big conferences, there are a few months build up with weeks before the meeting often being especially stressful — everyone on staff pitches in to help out with the conference

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How to Increase Membership Renewal

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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What is Association Management Software (AMS), and Does My Association Need It?

Association Adviser

A primer on what association management software is, and the top reasons why associations should consider using an AMS platform. The post What is Association Management Software (AMS), and Does My Association Need It? appeared first on Association Adviser.

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Identifying opportunities to automate

Association Success

When we start talking about automation or artificial intelligence, people often recoil a little. That might stem from a fear of change, or a belief that it will bring drastic change and completely disrupt the way we work. But if we pay close attention, it becomes evident how automation is already impacting various areas in our personal and professional lives.

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What Leaders Can Do to Support Employees’ Mental Health

Associations Now

Many employees want their organizations to put more focus on mental health issues at work. It’s not an easy conversation to have, but it’s one that matters, recent research finds. Of all the things that workers want from their employers—good pay, attractive benefits, opportunities for career growth—one item is rising higher on the priority list: greater attention to mental health in the workplace, particularly by organizational leaders.

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2019 Chapter Benchmarking Report

Mariner Management

Mariner Management in collaboration with Billhighway and researcher Kevin Whorton, Whorton Marketing & Research , launched this second edition of the chapter benchmarking study in late 2018. The survey was designed to gather industry data about association chapter programs. We also wanted to fuel the dialogue on what makes an effective chapter—and an effective chapter/association relationship.

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How California’s Gig Economy Law Could Reshape Your Freelancer Pool

Associations Now

While intended to target services such as Uber and Lyft, the added restrictions of California Assembly Bill 5 could create challenges for associations that rely on freelance help. If you rely on freelancers who are based in California—or if your organization is based in the state—you could run into some headaches in the coming months. In recent days, the ramifications of Assembly Bill 5, a controversial law passed in the state earlier this year that takes effect on January 1, have led to a backl

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How to Create a Winning Event Marketing Strategy

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.