Wild Apricot
APRIL 24, 2017
Many well-intentioned volunteer appreciation tactics actually end up demotivating people. This is one of the reasons why many organizations struggle with volunteer engagement. To help you, volunteer expert Barry Altland shows you the 4 key ways leaders can sustain volunteer engagement.
Eric Lanke
APRIL 24, 2017
We're beginning to rev up for our annual strategic board retreat. In our process, this is a major pivot point for the organization, when we bring one operational plan to a close, and revise or refresh the strategy agenda around which the next operational plan will be built. Not sure what I mean by those terms? Check out these previous posts on our Strategy Agenda and our Operational Plan.
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Aptify
APRIL 24, 2017
Months ago you realized it was time for new membership software—your staff couldn’t easily run reports, you didn’t trust the data you had to make solid decisions, the interface was confusing and, let’s face it, kind of ugly. So you went out and found a better option, got board approval, signed the contract, and are ready to implement. Implementation is the final hurdle before you can breathe that sigh of relief and put a system change behind you.
Associations Now
APRIL 24, 2017
A new study suggests that extroverts have an easier road to the CEO suite, but all temperaments can lead well—and can benefit from a bit of downtime. Score one more for the introverts. I’ve written here a few times in the past about how so-called charismatic leaders aren’t the end-all-and-be-all of good leadership—and how sometimes that kind of personality can actually get in the way of an organization’s success.
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Effective Database
APRIL 24, 2017
I’ve noticed in the past few years that more and more associations are using Salesforce as one of (if not the only) database of record in the organization. I assume this is happening, in part, because Salesforce offers ten free licenses to qualified 501c3 organizations, which many associations qualify for. So the temptation to get a very powerful database software for free is understandable.
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Associations Now
APRIL 24, 2017
Find Us on LinkedIn Looking for more association leadership content? Follow our new Associations Now LinkedIn page for advice on executive decision-making, organizational culture, and building strong leadership skills. Here are five factors to focus on to get the most out of your membership data. Also: How one news organization tackled its digital bugs and upgrades with a hackathon.
Associations Now
APRIL 24, 2017
Despite being an art practiced by relatively few people, sword swallowing has an association of its own—the Sword Swallowers Association International, which has been active for the past 15 years. When it comes to sword swallowing, the blades are anything but dull. But the trade, which involves literally shoving swords down one’s gullet, is the very definition of niche.
Associations Now
APRIL 24, 2017
After Medicare began covering care-planning visits for patients with cognitive impairment, the Alzheimer’s Association developed a toolkit to help clinicians provide better care. In January, Medicare began covering care-planning sessions for patients with cognitive impairment, including Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. In response, the Alzheimer’s Association has created the Cognitive Impairment Care Planning Toolkit to help physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants pro
Associations Now
APRIL 24, 2017
Federal reform of the H-1B visa program may limit the visas to more highly skilled, higher-paid workers. Some in the nonprofit world are warning that that a high salary requirement would make it harder for organizations with smaller budgets to secure the talent they need. The Trump administration’s actions on H-1B visas have drawn a lot of attention in different sectors of the economy, but less in the nonprofit space.
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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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