June, 2021

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The Ultimate Guide to Monthly Giving Programs (+ Examples)

Wild Apricot

Last week, I was thinking back to one of my first jobs with a nonprofit. Like many nonprofits, we relied heavily on donations, and we were always trying to think up new fundraising events or seasonal campaigns. We were always exhausted, but our donations.

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Web Tracking – the Ultimate Member Service

Higher Logic

The post Web Tracking – the Ultimate Member Service appeared first on Higher Logic. See how web tracking, a powerful tool within marketing automation, can help your association target and personalize member content. The post Web Tracking – the Ultimate Member Service appeared first on Higher Logic.

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What Does the Post-Pandemic “Normal” Look Like for Associations?

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orgSource , a leader in helping associations improve efficiency and create growth strategies using technology, recently released a report that provides valuable insight into how associations handled the pandemic, and how it is shaping their future. Leaders from more than 100 associations responded to the survey , rating how they did adapting to everything from remote work environments and virtual conferences, to embracing online learning platforms.

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13 Ways to Differentiate Your Online Learning Programs from the Competition

WBT Systems

13 Ways to Differentiate Your Online Learning Programs from the Competition. Read more about 13 Ways to Differentiate Your Online Learning Programs from the Competition.

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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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Association Brain Food Weekly: 6.18.21

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Good advice never goes out of style. WBT Systems offers the wisdom of Stoic philosophers like Marcus Aurelius and Seneca on topics pertaining to life inside and outside of associations, such as lifelong learning, change management, leadership, making the best of crappy situations and living in the now.

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The Beginner’s Guide to Nonprofit Marketing

Wild Apricot

It’s the age-old question: If you’re running an incredible nonprofit , but no one knows about it, does it really exist? Alright, that’s a bit of a stretch.

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The Definitive Guide to Online Community Management

Higher Logic

The post The Definitive Guide to Online Community Management appeared first on Higher Logic. Want to learn more about online community management or what it takes to be a good community manager? Find out here (and get 7 steps to building your strategy). The post The Definitive Guide to Online Community Management appeared first on Higher Logic.

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The Purpose of Pricing

Aaron Wolowiec

When it comes to value in pricing, it is not about greed. Many associations think that if they discuss pricing, their members will see them as greedy, especially because we are nonprofit organizations. The reality is that our pricing is directly related to our financial sustainability, and our financial sustainability is what equips us to walk out our mission.

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Practical Advice About Association Management from the Stoics

WBT Systems

Practical Advice About Association Management from the Stoics. Read more about Practical Advice About Association Management from the Stoics.

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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.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 6.4.21

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Benchmarking chapter data. Billhighway asks, “ What’s the point of chapter benchmarking? ” Of course, you know they have a good answer, which they share in their latest post along with examples of how two associations use chapter benchmarking data to spark change.

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What IS “Digital Transformation” Anyway?

Spark Consulting

When Maddie Grant and I were researching The No BS Guide to Digital Transformation: How Intentional Culture Change Can Propel Associations Forward , we found all sorts of definitions, depending on the perspective of the definer (marketing, tech, HR, C-suite, etc.). People also tend to define digital transformation too narrowly, as just about the adoption of new technologies and/or as adopting a “digital-first” culture.

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The Ultimate Guide To Creating Nonprofit Annual Reports (+15 Examples)

Wild Apricot

“We really have to do an annual report this year,” development director Hannah’s boss told her. “Donors want it, our foundation funders are asking why we don’t have one, and everyone else in our service area is doing one.

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104 Expert Tips on Online Community Management

Higher Logic

The post 104 Expert Tips on Online Community Management appeared first on Higher Logic. Proven advice from 13 Higher Logic online community professionals on topics like community engagement, moderation, and most importantly? Best snacks to keep you going during the workday. The post 104 Expert Tips on Online Community Management appeared first on Higher Logic.

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The Ultimate Guide to Monetizing Customer Learning

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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Partner Spotlight: The Image Shoppe

Aaron Wolowiec

The Image Shoppe is a brand and digital marketing agency that provides the following services: brand marketing, digital strategy, design, copywriting, web development and fractional CMO.

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How to Convince Members They Have Time for Professional Development

WBT Systems

How to Convince Members They Have Time for Professional Development. Read more about How to Convince Members They Have Time for Professional Development.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 6.25.21

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Chapter benchmarking data. Billhighway explains what to do with benchmarking data you collect from chapters. They describe how the Association General Contractors of America shares this data with its chapters, provides resources to help them improve performance, and supports their growth with chapter leader training and development.

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How to Make Work Friends When You Work Remotely

Achurch

Working from home certainly has its advantages. But if you’re the new guy or gal on staff, a remote workplace might seem challenging at first. You can’t rely on the convenience of casual office interactions to help you develop relationships with co-workers. We have advice on making remote work friends when chatting in the kitchen or stopping by someone’s cubicle is out of the question.

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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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10 Outstanding HOA Software Options for Your Homeowners' Association

Wild Apricot

I know one woman who runs her entire 1,500-member homeowner association by herself as a part-time staff member. That's because she leaves most of the work up to her Homeowner Association Software — i t essentially runs the organization for her.

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Modernize These 7 Processes to Increase Member Engagement

Higher Logic

The post Modernize These 7 Processes to Increase Member Engagement appeared first on Higher Logic. Out with the old and in with the new! See if your association could modernize the way you’re doing things in key areas to increase member engagement, save staff time, and earn more revenue. The post Modernize These 7 Processes to Increase Member Engagement appeared first on Higher Logic.

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Partner Spotlight: PROPEL

Aaron Wolowiec

PROPEL can help you achieve culture-driven performance & accountability. Their innovative and culture-driven consulting, coaching, and learning programs can take your organization to the next level.

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Peer Advisory Groups for Association Members Who Want to Learn From and With Each Other

WBT Systems

Peer Advisory Groups for Association Members Who Want to Learn From and With Each Other. Read more about Peer Advisory Groups for Association Members Who Want to Learn From and With Each Other.

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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker

Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 6.11.21

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Make time for microlearning. If members are burnt out on virtual everything, how do you convince them to make time for online education? WBT Systems shares ideas for microlearning programs and samples of marketing messages that will persuade members to schedule time for professional development.

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Digital Transformation: Where Do I Start?

Spark Consulting

This is what it really comes down to, right? Learning about what digital transformation is (and isn’t), why it matters, what barriers are unique to associations, what advantages our industry has – that’s all interesting and useful. But how do you actually accomplish digital transformation in your association? Maddie Grant, my co-author for The No BS Guide to Digital Transformation: How Intentional Culture Change Can Propel Associations Forward , and I have you covered: Assess w

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The Ultimate Guide to Membership Sites

Wild Apricot

So you want to start a membership site. Maybe you’re interested in developing a new source of recurring revenue. Maybe you have a lot of knowledge on a specific topic that you’re dying to share with the world. Or maybe you’re already.

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A 5-Step Framework for a Successful Member Data Project

Higher Logic

The post A 5-Step Framework for a Successful Member Data Project appeared first on Higher Logic. Working on a member data analysis project for your association? This useful framework will guide your efforts. The post A 5-Step Framework for a Successful Member Data Project appeared first on Higher Logic.

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SME Relationships: Proven Solutions for Seamless Collaboration and Success

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!