April, 2021

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How to Prepare the Perfect Volunteer Recruitment Email

Wild Apricot

Are you looking to recruit volunteers for an event or to take on a few regular tasks to help your organization? Whether you need in-person or remote volunteers, a great place to start is by sending an email to your existing contacts. You never know.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 4.2.21

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Post-pandemic association workplace. Achurch Consulting and Association Trends have teamed up on the State of Association Workplaces Post-Pandemic Survey , the only survey designed to address the pressing questions association leaders are asking about what “work” will look like post-pandemic.

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How to Host a Rewarding Ideation Session for Members and Volunteer Leaders

WBT Systems

How to Host a Rewarding Ideation Session for Members and Volunteer Leaders. Read more about How to Host a Rewarding Ideation Session for Members and Volunteer Leaders.

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7 Reasons Online Member Communities Become Associations’ #1 Benefit

Higher Logic

The post 7 Reasons Online Member Communities Become Associations’ #1 Benefit appeared first on Higher Logic. With an online member community, your association can recreate the best parts of being a member online. Find out 7 reasons you need a member community. The post 7 Reasons Online Member Communities Become Associations’ #1 Benefit appeared first on Higher Logic.

Revenue 296
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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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Is it Time to Rethink Your Event Sales Strategy, Process and Expectations?

Aaron Wolowiec

One year later, as we continue to watch the COVID-19 vaccination roll-out in the United States, there is hope that we may start to see in-person meetings and events return in the near future. There are still however many unknowns related to events, and particularly for associations who rely heavily on this non-dues revenue source, there continues to be concern and angst with regards to revenue goals.

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37 Facebook Groups Every Nonprofit Professional Needs to Join

Wild Apricot

I was talking to an administrative coordinator recently who had just started at a small nonprofit in Toronto. Although she loved her new role, she was having some trouble figuring out who to reach out to about some industry questions she had. Since.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 4.23.21

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Member communications. Help yourself and others benchmark member communication efforts and strategies by participating in Association Adviser’s 10th annual Association Communications Benchmarking Survey. The survey closes Friday, April 30. Participants get the first look at the report in July.

Revenue 370
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The Physics of Membership: Investigating Unknown Influences on Member Behavior

WBT Systems

The Physics of Membership: Investigating Unknown Influences on Member Behavior. Read more about The Physics of Membership: Investigating Unknown Influences on Member Behavior.

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Bring Me Higher Love: Creating Customer & Member Loyalty Through Engagement

Higher Logic

The post Bring Me Higher Love: Creating Customer & Member Loyalty Through Engagement appeared first on Higher Logic. Each segment of your customer or member base needs an experience that will take them to the next level of love & loyalty. Learn how engagement can help you get them there. The post Bring Me Higher Love: Creating Customer & Member Loyalty Through Engagement appeared first on Higher Logic.

Revenue 268
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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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Six Types of User-Generated Video Content to Use to Maximize Engagement and Value for Your Next Event

Aaron Wolowiec

"In our increasingly connected digital world, it’s more difficult than ever for event planners to cut through the noise, hold the attention of attendees, and deliver valuable engagement for event sponsors. It’s no surprise that 71.5% of event marketers say that virtual engagement tools will play a big role in their event strategies for 2021. To drive real engagement for your event, you need to invite your audience, speakers, staff, and sponsors to join in the conversation with you.

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Formality Is Not Always Good

Spark Consulting

Associations tend to default to a formal tone in communications. It feels safe. It can be hard to nail being appropriately funny, and no one ever got in trouble for being excessively formal, right? Well, no. A colleague recently shared some “tips” that had been sent to presenters for an association virtual event by the virtual event provider.

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TikTok for Nonprofits: The Beginner’s Guide

Wild Apricot

First launched in 2017 as a short-form video sharing app used mostly by teens, TikTok has exploded in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic. As people look for entertainment and connection during long periods of lockdown, the hilarity, quirkiness.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 4.16.21

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Member behavior. WBT Systems was inspired this week by the latest news about muons—subatomic particles influenced by unknown forces so they don’t obey the standard laws of physics. WBT speculates about the invisible forces affecting your members , causing irregular or new behavior, and disturbing the regular attraction between them and your association.

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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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11 Areas in Need of Decluttering in Your Association, Your Work Life and Your Mind

WBT Systems

11 Areas in Need of Decluttering in Your Association, Your Work Life and Your Mind. Read more about 11 Areas in Need of Decluttering in Your Association, Your Work Life and Your Mind.

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Why & How Every Single One of Your Employees Should be Talking to Customers

Higher Logic

The post Why & How Every Single One of Your Employees Should be Talking to Customers appeared first on Higher Logic. To become more customer-centric, build an online customer community & get all departments involved. This enables every employee to be customer-facing and improve the customer experience. The post Why & How Every Single One of Your Employees Should be Talking to Customers appeared first on Higher Logic.

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Tips for Sponsor Relations and Retention

Aaron Wolowiec

Associations continuously look to sponsorships to achieve non-dues-revenue goals. Putting your focus on sponsor retention will have long-term impact on your revenue goals and repeat support from sponsors. Here are 10 simple things you can do to improve your sponsor relations.

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Strategy and Preparation Boost Your E-Learning IQ

.orgSource

Investing in a learning management system is no longer a choice. An LMS is much more than an enhancement to your website. It is essential equipment in a business environment that is challenging organizations to provide smarter, faster, and more engaging solutions for their customers than ever before. People look to the web as their […]. The post Strategy and Preparation Boost Your E-Learning IQ appeared first on.orgSource.

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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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200+ Amazing Fundraising Ideas Any Organization Can Try Today

Wild Apricot

Are you struggling to decide what to do for your next fundraiser? Do you have a high target to hit, and just aren’t sure how to get there? Whether you’re trying to raise funds for a nonprofit, club, or association, there’s a lot of.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 4.30.21

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Association performance and priorities. McKinley Advisors describes how environmental factors have impacted the performance and priorities of associations in their survey report, Association Viewpoint: Renewal, Reinvention and Responsibility , conducted in February 2021.

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Why & How to Bring Back the Lost Art of Listening

WBT Systems

Why & How to Bring Back the Lost Art of Listening. Read more about Why & How to Bring Back the Lost Art of Listening.

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Marketers, It’s Time to Rethink Email Engagement Metrics

Higher Logic

The post Marketers, It’s Time to Rethink Email Engagement Metrics appeared first on Higher Logic. The way marketers measure email engagement is changing, due to new security threats and restrictions. Read about them and see how you can keep track of your email engagement. The post Marketers, It’s Time to Rethink Email Engagement Metrics appeared first on Higher Logic.

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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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Grow Your Non-Dues Revenue in Times of Crisis and Beyond

Aaron Wolowiec

Non-dues revenue is a driving force for your association. It gives you the financial freedom to explore new technology and tools that help you evolve your communications strategy. Businesses that advertise and sponsor your communications rely on your association for innovative opportunities to reach their customers. You can help them reach their target audience and, at the same time, give your members the relevant education and information they need.

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eLearning Pricing Models: 5 Ways to Price Your Courses

Forj

Are you creating new eLearning courses to provide value to members and bring in revenue for your association’s learning business? If so, you’ve probably encountered the challenge of how to price those courses. Pricing them too high may deter members from investing. But, pricing them too low will prevent your team from making any meaningful revenue.

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New Volunteer Checklist: How to Onboard and Welcome New Volunteers

Wild Apricot

Most nonprofits and membership organizations depend on volunteers to help run projects, raise funds, organize events, and even manage day-to-day administration. These individuals are also likely members, supporters or donors – the very folks.

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How to Empower Community Association Managers to Be More Productive

AvidXchange: Association Management

Community association managers are vital to the overall success of an association management company. After all, they’re responsible for communicating with boards, maintaining properties, and managing finances. Unfortunately, community managers are often stuck dealing with tedious, manual tasks that take up significant amounts of time. So, how can management companies relieve that stress and empower managers to be more productive?

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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.