November, 2022

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6 Tips to Create Fundraising Videos That Drive Donations

Wild Apricot

Fundraising videos build your case for support, providing viewers with an in-depth look at your organization and inspiring them to take action. It’s no surprise, then, that 57% of people who watch fundraising videos go on to make a donation.

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Association Strategy Trends in 2022

Portage Group

The sheer volume, complexity and diversity of issues association directors and executives must understand and address today is dizzying. In our current uncertain and complex environment, where should associations focus their time, effort and resources in order to maximize impact? TPG’s Fall 2022 Whitepaper summarizes our team’s ‘top five’ list of strategic issues associations today are focused on.

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Redesigning Association Meetings for Attendees Fundamentally Changed by the Pandemic

Aaron Wolowiec

Due to the pandemic, it should be no surprise that our business-as-usual, pre-pandemic meetings are going to miss the mark. Following is an overview of just some of the ways our attendees are different, why it matters, and the tangible design edits you might consider for your upcoming meetings and events to better meet these new and evolving needs and expectations.

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What We Learned from the 2022 Association Member Experience Survey

Higher Logic

The post What We Learned from the 2022 Association Member Experience Survey appeared first on Higher Logic. For association leaders, the advice is often the same again and again. Find out what your members want. Higher Logic’s 2022 Association Member Experience Report helps you do just that. . The post What We Learned from the 2022 Association Member Experience Survey appeared first on Higher Logic.

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VR 101: Facts, Fiction, and Testing It Out

Speaker: John Blackmon - CTO, CAIO ELB Learning

Did you know that (VR) training is becoming more of a mainstream strategy in the eLearning Industry? This learning modality has changed dramatically over the past 2 years, and several organizations have proven it has better results than traditional eLearning - but why and is it worth it? Join John Blackmon, CTO and Chief AI Officer of ELB Learning, and creator of CenarioVR and Lectora, for an honest look at data points and common myths — including needing a camera to get started or a headset to

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10 Rules for Generating Value and Growth for Your Education Programs

WBT Systems

The only way forward for association education programs is to improve them and grow them. This is not a time to stand in place. There is no good reason to stand in place.

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Why Your Organization Needs an Online Member Directory

Wild Apricot

Does trying to connect your organization’s members feel a little bit like herding cats? Then an online member directory is just what you need! One of the number one members’ benefits you can offer is the opportunity to network and connect.

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Forecasting For IT in an Unpredictable Climate

.orgSource

It’s a game! It’s a store! It’s entertainment! Nope, it’s the metaverse—a unique amalgam of online obsessions designed to keep thumbs clicking and Venmo accounts begging for cash. Or that’s what the creators of Forever 21 Shop City seem to be aiming for. Check it out. Technology research and consulting firm, Gartner, and Forbes Magazine […]. The post Forecasting For IT in an Unpredictable Climate appeared first on.orgSource.

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My Favorite Things - Event Planning Edition

Aaron Wolowiec

As we come to the end of 2022 events, I feel tired, exhausted, and ready for a break. But looking into 2023's schedule, I am reminded of a few of my favorite things…so come sing along!

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A Higher Logic Hello: Meet Nanette King

Higher Logic

The post A Higher Logic Hello: Meet Nanette King appeared first on Higher Logic. We recently sat down with Nanette King, senior recruiter at Higher Logic, for a quick Q&A to learn a little more about her outside of the workplace. . The post A Higher Logic Hello: Meet Nanette King appeared first on Higher Logic.

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Why Nonprofits Are Seriously Interested in eLearning Tech

The time is right for nonprofits to do more with learning tech! Nonprofit organizations seem to have accelerated their interest in eLearning tech as of late. Driving this need are several factors including reaching a remote workforce, growing demands for training, and changing regulations. The challenges nonprofits face are not dissimilar from for-profit companies, yet there are notable differences.

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How to Emulate the Word-of-Mouth Marketing Success of USF’s Popular DEI Certificate Program

WBT Systems

In early 2021, I saw dozens of my LinkedIn connections share information about attending a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) online certificate program from the University of South Florida (USF).

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Mentorship: An Investment in Your Association

Association Adviser

You’re creating engaging content for your members and posting on your association’s social media pages consistently — nice work! However, have you thought about how your employees' and board members’ online interactions can help or hurt your social media marketing efforts? What your employees and board members say about your association on their professional and personal social media profiles can impact the reputation of your organization — for good or bad.

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Nonprofit Marketing Plan: 8 Steps to Create A Strong Plan

Wild Apricot

Having worked with hundreds of nonprofits over the years, I can tell you that organizations that develop and follow a well-thought-out nonprofit marketing plan grow faster and make a bigger impact than those that don’t. A holistic marketing strategy.

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Technology Isn’t Always the Hero or the Villain—Sometimes It’s a Bit Player

.orgSource

We think of technology as the good guy or the bully. It’s a silent partner in our work; and if things aren’t going well, that uncooperative software platform often takes the wrap. My business revolves around digital initiatives. When people call me to discuss a new purchase, I ask lots of questions. During those conversations, […]. The post Technology Isn’t Always the Hero or the Villain—Sometimes It’s a Bit Player appeared first on.orgSource.

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Revitalizing Dry Content: A Lesson in Engagement

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

We’ve all been there. You’ve been given a pile of dry content and asked to create a compelling eLearning course. You’re determined to create something more engaging than the same old course that learners quickly click through, but how do you take this “boring” content and create something relevant and engaging? Many instructional designers will say, “Boring in means boring out.

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[GUEST BLOG] Your Chamber Has More Potential Than You Realize, Part 1

GrowthZone

by Frank Kenny. Let me share a quick story with you. When I was interviewing for the Executive Director job at my chamber, an influential board member took me aside and said, “Look, we’re just a small, poor chamber and we cannot afford to pay you what you’re worth and you’d be better off just finding another job.”. This was hard for me to hear because I loved my community and really wanted to work for my local Chamber of Commerce so I could help businesspeople and help the area

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Four need-to-know tips when it’s time to buy an AMS

Nimble AMS

When it’s time for your association to purchase new software, you don’t want to cut corners just because you’re eager for new technology. To g et the best association management software (AMS) for your member-based organization and ensure you get the best return on your investment, you’ll need to do your research. Investigating the current digital landscape takes effort, but it will ensure your association finds the best software fit.

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An Active Listening Habit Helps You Deliver Value to Members, Customers & Prospects

WBT Systems

Every association wants to deepen the engagement of members, customers, and prospects. But what’s working?

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6 Tips For Engaging Members with Content

Association Adviser

Content is a significant driver of member engagement. Since member engagement is a cornerstone of operations, your association should be intentional about the content it creates. You could say that content and member engagement go together like peanut butter and jelly. . However, creating engaging content isn’t as easy as making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.

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Report: 2023 Association Survey Results

For the 9th 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 2023 survey results report to see how your association compares: Challenges/Concerns/Worries Reinstatement Strategies Non-Dues Revenue Sources Renewal Rates, and More!

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How to Host a Member Appreciation Week (+ 10 More Ideas!)

Wild Apricot

Your members are the people who turn your mission into a reality—which is why it’s so essential to show member appreciation! Inspiring positive feelings in your members keeps them connected to your cause, and motivates them to keep giving.

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12 Areas Your Association Must Address to Thrive During a Recession

Membersuite

Your association survived the worst of the pandemic. Now, you’re watching the economy and assessing how it might affect your industry, organization, members, and market. But this time, you can be proactive instead of caught off guard like we all were in the spring of 2020. You can better prepare your association for the impact of rising inflation or a worsening recession by addressing these twelve issues. #1: Budget.

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Focusing on Excellence Puts the National Association for Healthcare Quality Ahead of Change

.orgSource

People think of me as a fixer—the person you call to repair broken systems. And yes, I do my share of cleanups in the strategy, technology, and marketing aisles. But I’m also fortunate to have clients who look to me for advice on how to prevent accidents, keep innovation in stock, and attract new customers. […]. The post Focusing on Excellence Puts the National Association for Healthcare Quality Ahead of Change appeared first on.orgSource.

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Five ways to celebrate GivingTuesday 2022 at your association

Nimble AMS

If GivingTuesday wasn’t already on your organization’s radar, it should be. #GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement held every Tuesday after Thanksgiving. O n GivingTuesday 2021, donations totaled $2.7 billion in just the United States. Based on current giving trends, s ome predict # GivingTuesday 2022 will raise a historic $3 billion. Many organizations participate in GivingTuesday to launch end – of – the – year fundraising campaigns.

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Future-Proof Your L&D With New Tech and Gamification

Speaker: Karl Kapp, Ed.D., Professor of Instructional Design and Technology

We all know that L&D organizations need to be ready for the future, but what does being future-proof actually look like? Between new technologies and unpredictable events worldwide, it can be difficult to know what challenges we should be ready for. In this exclusive webinar with Dr. Karl Kapp, you'll learn how to make intelligent, informed decisions for your organization's future by looking to the convergence of technology, learning, and business needs.

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The Great Resignation’s Brain Drain Crisis Creates an Opportunity for Associations

WBT Systems

Some of you joined the Great Resignation and found a better job.

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How Association Leaders Can Be More Inclusive

Association Adviser

In a modern workplace, leaders need to do more than just give out paychecks and tasks. They need to set an example for their people and take initiative to ensure they are happy and comfortable in the workplace. Being a leader of an association today is a hard job to balance. But, when done correctly, leaders can create a better and more inclusive environment for their staff, volunteers, and members.

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Nonprofit Software: 25+ Providers to Build Your Tech Stack

Wild Apricot

In the age of the internet, nonprofit success goes hand-in-hand with technology. Whether you’re building a smash website, updating your online member database or shining on social media, you’re going to want some tools to help you out.

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17 Conference Apps to Improve the Attendee Experience

MemberClicks

Event days can be overwhelming: your attendees need to figure out how to best spend their time, where they need to be when, and how to access constantly-shifting event information. Fortunately, 85% of Americans own a smartphone (a 50% rise since 2011), and by giving your attendees the option to download a conference app, you can reduce overwhelm and increase their overall event satisfaction.

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The Art of Making Engaging and Effective Learning Videos

Speaker: Joseph Suarez - Learning Experience Designer at Suarez Media Production

What makes an instructional video engaging and effective? Why do Learning and Development professionals often struggle to produce quality videos? What can we do to change that? In this webinar, Joseph Suarez will break down the craft, the art, and the science of video production and reveal how to leverage the production process to create great videos of all types and sizes.

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A Thanksgiving Valentine to My Work Family and Yours

.orgSource

If you’re lucky, you have colleagues who feel like family. Work families are special. The people at your job don’t have to love you, or even like you. But, if they are a bright spot in your day, it means you’re doing your part. Work families have the magic to make success a team sport. […]. The post A Thanksgiving Valentine to My Work Family and Yours appeared first on.orgSource.

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Insights your association management software can provide your board of directors

Nimble AMS

Your association’s board of directors need to stay in the loop, but they don’t have time to keep up with your organization’s every move. Board reports summarize your association’s efforts , giv ing your board of directors necessary information without being too time-consuming. When writing these reports, your association management software (AMS) can provide valuable information to make the reporting even easier and more insightful. .

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6 Ways to Appreciate Your Employees

GrowthZone

Employee turnover is a common challenge for organizations and can have a major impact on your success. Turnover is disruptive, costs money, and impacts employee morale. The actual cost is difficult to measure but may include increased workloads, overtime expenses, and reduced productivity associated with low employee morale. Not to mention the recruitment costs and time and resources needed to train new people.

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