April, 2010

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Finding the Perfect Donor Database

Wild Apricot

If you’re facing the prospect of choosing a donor database system for your organization, drop by the Meeting Archives at TechSoup.org to check out this recent addition: Finding the Perfect Donor Database in an Imperfect World. There are nearly two hundred donor databases on the market. Each has its own strengths and weaknesses, fans and foes. The challenge is to find a system with strengths that meet your needs, weaknesses that won't get in your way, at a price you can afford.

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Leaders are Mentors – Whether They Like it or Not

Association Leaders

Leaders are mentors (role models) whether they want to be or not. The concept of a mentor is one who shares his experiences and knowledge with another to help the subordinate grown professionally or personally. Everyday leaders (in business, associations, communities and families) are presented with the opportunity to mentor a subordinate. As a leader you can choose to take the extra time to explain a process to a co-worker, share an experience with a new association member, pass on a word of

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Association Subculture: NO Neutrality on Net Neutrality

Association Subculture

skip to main | skip to sidebar. Friday, April 30, 2010. NO Neutrality on Net Neutrality. John Hodgman - "The point is, with net neutrality, all of these packets whether they come from a big company or just a single citizen are treated in the exact same way.". Jon Stewart - "So, whats the debate? That actually seems quite fair.". John Hodgman - "Yes.

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What makes a professional promotable?

Idea Architects

This was the question I posed to more than a dozen association colleagues. Their answers, as well as insights drawn from the literature and my own experience, can be found in the May issue of ASAE's Associations Now magazine. The online version includes a short video clip in which I offer additional thoughts beyond the article content and an online exclusive article offering advice from 11 association professionals on how to become promotable.

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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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IRS Reluctantly Planning Mass Tax Exemption Revocations

Association Law

skip to main | skip to sidebar. This blog focuses on legal issues of interest to association leaders, including executives, volunteers and members. It is NOT intended to provide legal advice, but rather to share my informal thoughts on legal issues commonly faced by trade and professional associations, as well as foundations and other charities. This blog does not focus on homeowners associations or religious organizations.

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4 Ways to Search Flickr by Color

Wild Apricot

We’ve talked before about good tools that will search Flickr for Creative Commons-licensed images based on the keywords you choose. Now, check out another (more colorful) way to find the pictures you need for your blog or website. Just don't be surprised if your productivity drops - these color-based search tools are fun! ( read more ). Tags: Non-profit technology nptech images websites search Flickr.

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Economic Downturn Impacting Volunteerism

Association Leaders

Americans have long been known as volunteers. Since its beginnings, America has been the land of volunteers. Associations, both trade and professional, were born in the US. Americans love to give their time and their money to charitable causes, research and development and professional and business development. During the last two years, the US (and world) economy has been in a tailspin.

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How the Mighty Fall - Associations at Risk - Part 5 of 5

Association Subculture

skip to main | skip to sidebar. Tuesday, April 6, 2010. How the Mighty Fall - Associations at Risk - Part 5 of 5. (This is the last in a five-part series and a break from my normal format. During times of economic crisis many questions haunt executives, boards, staff members and volunteers alike. How will we weather this storm? How long will it last?

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WWIF #12: What If We Declared a Terminology Truce?

Idea Architects

I believe deeply in the power of language. I believe language is imbued with meaning and a few simple words can inspire action and commitment. And I believe that words do have consequences. That said, I find myself tiring of the periodic word wars waged to debate whether strategic planning is dead, visioning is worthwhile, or relevance is a sufficient goal.

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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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Guest Video Message from SLA President Anne Caputo - Typepad

Executive Connections

Executive Connections. « Are You Involved in Corporate e-Learning? | Main. | Top Secret Savings Alert » 27 April 2010. Guest Video Message from SLA President Anne Caputo. Anne Caputo invites you to join us in June for the SLA 2010 Annual Conference & INFO-EXPO in New Orleans, and why this is the one conference you can't afford to miss!

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Membership Marketing Blog: Comparing Growth Rates of Trade.

Membership Marketing

Membership Marketing Blog. Membership marketing – acquiring, engaging, upgrading, and renewing members – is the cornerstone for associations and relationship driven organizations. Whether you are an association professional or a relationship marketer, join the discussion on the Membership Marketing Blog and share your ideas and counsel. Speaking Engagements.

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Best of Association Jam: Association Links for April 2010

Wild Apricot

Social Media once again ranked as the top category for blog posts, reports, articles and news stories submitted to and voted on by visitors to Association Jam this month, but Leadership and Events both tagged along very close behind. Here’s a look at the most popular links in each “AJam” category – Membership, Events, Leadership, Volunteers, Fundraising, Social Media, Fun, Technology, and Other – for the month of April 2010: Membership Do Nonprofit Boards Really Want Younger Members?

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Spring is Time to Assess, Renew and Birth your Goals

Association Leaders

I love spring. Spring is a time of renewal and rebirth. Flowers are blooming, trees are budding, grass is becoming green again. In northern climates, people are renewing friendships with their neighbors as they finally get to spend time outdoors after a long, cold winter. In the business world, spring is a time for renewal and rebirth as well. Now is a great time to do some spring cleaning.

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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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Associations Live: Change at the Speed of Lightning

Associations Live

skip to main | skip to sidebar. Associations Live. Connecting MSAE members and a world of ideas! Friday, April 23, 2010. Change at the Speed of Lightning. Think about how fast things change. YouTubes first video uploaded 5 years ago today(from Mashable) Just have to wonder what the world will look like in another 5 years? Are you keeping up? [link] I used some html code to post this.

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Recent Writing Round-Up

Idea Architects

Need some good airplane or rainy day reading? Here's a roundup of my recently published articles. Most are quick reads (2-3 pages long) balancing practical pointers and enduring concepts. A few are links to the web site where the article still appears. Others are PDF downloads as noted. In May, watch for my new article in Associations Now focusing on "The Promotable Professional.

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Executive Connections: Are You Involved in Corporate e-Learning?

Executive Connections

Executive Connections. « Cherry Blossom Time | Main. | Guest Video Message from SLA President Anne Caputo » 20 April 2010. Are You Involved in Corporate e-Learning? I need your help! Deanna Marcum, Associate Librarian for Library Services at the Library of Congress, has asked me to speak at the Kanazawa Institute of Technology (KIT) )/CLIR (Council of Library and Information Resources) International Roundtable for Library and Information Science in Japan this June.

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Membership Marketing Blog: A Tough Year for Membership.

Membership Marketing

Membership Marketing Blog. Membership marketing – acquiring, engaging, upgrading, and renewing members – is the cornerstone for associations and relationship driven organizations. Whether you are an association professional or a relationship marketer, join the discussion on the Membership Marketing Blog and share your ideas and counsel. Speaking Engagements.

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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!

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Is Your Nonprofit Tax Status at Risk?

Wild Apricot

Up to 25% of American nonprofits – charities, trade associations and membership groups – will lose their tax-exempt status at midnight on May 15, when the provisions of a 2006 federal bill kick in. As the New York Times reported , late last week: The new law, embedded in the 393 pages of the Pension Protection Act of 2006, also directed the Internal Revenue Service to revoke the tax exemptions of groups that failed to file for three consecutive years.

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It’s Okay to Take a Break Once in a While

Association Leaders

I must admit I am a workaholic – though I’ve gotten better over the years. Even before blackberries, iPhones and eMail I found a way to stay connected to my work during all hours but sleep, seven days a week. Over the years I have been able to step away from work for a few hours at a time at least (mostly to spend time with my children).

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Associations Live: World record

Associations Live

skip to main | skip to sidebar. Associations Live. Connecting MSAE members and a world of ideas! Tuesday, April 20, 2010. World record. Going for the world record - in changing the association name. We filed with the state in February 2000 - changed from Minnesota to Midwest. Changed the mail, changed the bank, checks, stationary, IRS, paychex. Thought we had it all done.

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Three Mistakes to Avoid When Introducing Change

Idea Architects

When attempting to facilitate change, we often make three common mistakes: We limit our appeal to one side of the brain: left (analytical) or right (intuition and emotion). Our stories about the future we envision must incorporate sufficient facts and emotional and aspirational appeal to connect with individuals who have a strong predisposition to one way of processing information.

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5 Habits of Growth-Oriented Associations

We’ve identified the five defining characteristics of future-focused associations. Adopting these traits allows your organization to chart a course for long-term growth and success. Find out: Why some organizations are more adept at navigating and overcoming challenges facing all associations. The success formula for thriving associations, including a behind-the-scenes peek at some flourishing organizations.

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Continued Discussion 4/19/10 - by Steven Davis, CAE

on Leadership

on Leadership … by Steven Davis, CAE. Leadership … an Ongoing Discussion. « Leadership … Continued Discussion 3/29/10. Leadership … Continued Discussion 5/11/10 » Leadership … Continued Discussion 4/19/10. In this post I want to return to Ken Blanchard and his book The Heart of a Leader , which I have found to be an excellent read and chock full of wisdom and inspiring guidance.

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Part 4 of Life after MLS: Your IT Manager is Your New Best Friend.

Off Stage

Off Stage. Apr. 16, 2010 - Part 4 of Life after MLS: Your IT Manager is Your New Best Friend. Close your eyes. Lean back. Imagine your MLS-free Realtor trade association. You have members who recognize your value as a support organization that does more than provide MLS. They pay dues. You have money. Now you need to hire an IT director to assist your organization in operating more efficiently, better supporting staff work, and providing real value to your members.

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Moderating Forums: a Training Video

Wild Apricot

If your nonprofit’s plan for online outreach includes a discussion forum – this one's for you. The first of three training videos produced to guide the volunteer moderators who helped run the British Columbia Library Association's 2009 Teen Reading Club, Moderating Forums is jam-packed with down-to-earth advice and guidelines for creating, nurturing and moderating a successful online community.

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The Correlation of Social Media Usage and Membership Growth

Membership Marketing

Membership Marketing Blog. Membership marketing – acquiring, engaging, upgrading, and renewing members – is the cornerstone for associations and relationship driven organizations. Whether you are an association professional or a relationship marketer, join the discussion on the Membership Marketing Blog and share your ideas and counsel. Speaking Engagements.

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How to Design a Seamless & Personalized Digital Donor Journey

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio

The average nonprofit uses five or more different software platforms to create their donor’s journey, making the experience clunky and disjointed. If you want to design a magical online giving experience for donors, making their journey as seamless as possible is key. In this webinar with expert Tim Sarrantonio, you’ll learn the fundamental steps to create an immersive and personalized online giving experience for your donors.