November, 2020

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How to Create a Member Referral Program that Actually Works

Wild Apricot

The most effective way to get new members is by asking your current members to refer a friend. Here's how to take advantage of this by setting up a member referral program.

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8 Irresistible Member Benefits for Associations to Offer in 2021

Higher Logic

The post 8 Irresistible Member Benefits for Associations to Offer in 2021 appeared first on Higher Logic. As we head into 2021 and anticipate another year of virtual working, you’re no doubt looking for new member benefits to drive member value and engagement to support retention and acquisition – try these. The post 8 Irresistible Member Benefits for Associations to Offer in 2021 appeared first on Higher Logic.

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6 Steps to Successful Virtual Event Planning

Eplys

When planning a major event or conference, it’s best to investigate all of the ways you can maximize your event’s success. Many people and organizations have heard of a virtual event, but have no idea how to pull one off. If you count yourself among them, then these 6 Steps to Successful Virtual Event Planning are sure to set you on the right course to planning and maximizing the success of your event!

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 11.20.20

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… 86 “normal,” please. Joy S. Davis, CAE, who works at the American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists, said: “I need to operate now and look forward, not try to claw may way back to ‘normal.’ The ‘normal’ we know is history. And I have to ask, do we really want to repeat it?

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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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11 Predictions About the Future of Work & the Role of Associations

WBT Systems

11 Predictions About the Future of Work & the Role of Associations. Read more about 11 Predictions About the Future of Work & the Role of Associations.

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40 Free Nonprofit Webinars for December 2020

Wild Apricot

Every month, I compile the internet's biggest list of free nonprofit webinars. As we get closer to the new year, it's time for nonprofits to take all we learned in 2020 and start planning for a successful 2021. This month, nonprofit experts are offering.

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Online Communities of Practice: A How-to Guide with Pragmatic Institute

Higher Logic

The post Online Communities of Practice: A How-to Guide with Pragmatic Institute appeared first on Higher Logic. Can’t-miss advice from Georgina (Cannie) Donahue, Director of Community at Pragmatic Institute! She’s sharing how she planned, designed, and launched their online community of practice, with takeaways for each stage. The post Online Communities of Practice: A How-to Guide with Pragmatic Institute appeared first on Higher Logic.

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How to increase registration for your virtual events

Association Success

The pandemic has changed how associations fulfill their missions and serve their members. While some associations have struggled with the change, many are rising to the challenge. . Take, for example, the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians. ACOFP had a 90% attendance rate for its virtual conference, ACOFP ’20 Virtual, which the organization created to replace its annual in-person convention.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 11.13.20

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Looking forward. The Association Laboratory Research Alliance invites association executives to participate in the Looking Forward 2021 study. Participants receive complimentary access to a customizable dashboard allowing you to view the data and download a unique report to guide you, your staff and volunteer leadership.

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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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Making the Case for Online Education to Association Decision-Makers

WBT Systems

Making the Case for Online Education to Association Decision-Makers. Read more about Making the Case for Online Education to Association Decision-Makers.

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Why Gratitude is an Essential Leadership Skill

Aaron Wolowiec

Gratitude is a powerful – yet often underappreciated and underutilized – leadership skill that can transform your organization. Studies have linked gratitude to happiness, improved health, resiliency, stronger relationships and heightened productivity – even better sleep. So when you cultivate a thankful culture within your organization, you’re creating an environment where your team can thrive.

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How to Prepare a Nonprofit Fundraising Plan

Wild Apricot

Creating a fundraising plan is one of the best things nonprofits can do to reach their goals. Here are the steps that go into creating the most effective one possible and a template to help you get started.

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Put Members First: Become More Member-Centric In 2021

Higher Logic

The post Put Members First: Become More Member-Centric In 2021 appeared first on Higher Logic. How you approach your members moving forward will impact your association’s future outlook. Aim to be the Slack or Amazon or Netflix of associations in 2021 by taking a member-centric approach. The post Put Members First: Become More Member-Centric In 2021 appeared first on Higher Logic.

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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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Your Virtual Events Have Value. Stop Making Them Free!

Membersuite

Do you know the message you're sending when you make your virtual events free? Avoid relaying the wrong message to your members and community - your virtual events have value, here's why you should stop making them free.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 11.27.20

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… . . Online learning. If your board (or C-suite) hasn’t accepted the fact that your association must offer online education to your members and market, then you’ll want to read this post from WBT Systems. They suggest strategies for making the case for investing in online learning programs.

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Launching a Certification in the Midst of a Crisis: A Brilliant or Berserk Idea?

WBT Systems

Launching a Certification in the Midst of a Crisis: A Brilliant or Berserk Idea? Read more about Launching a Certification in the Midst of a Crisis: A Brilliant or Berserk Idea?

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Gardian of the Month: Kelly Clark

Aaron Wolowiec

Kelly Clark, Manager for Online Marketing for Naylor Association Solutions, is our Gardian of the Month.

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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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38 Free Nonprofit Webinars for December 2020

Wild Apricot

Here are all the free nonprofit webinars happening in December 2020 that the Internet has to offer.

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10 Online Community Engagement Tactics You Can Steal

Higher Logic

The post 10 Online Community Engagement Tactics You Can Steal appeared first on Higher Logic. Check out ten of our favorite activities you can use to spark engagement in your online community. The post 10 Online Community Engagement Tactics You Can Steal appeared first on Higher Logic.

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Increase Membership by Creating a Culture of Innovation

Membersuite

Don’t let up on innovation - continue experimenting and improving member benefits. We’re in different times now and associations that experiment are the associations that thrive. Here's how a culture of innovation increases membership.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 11.6.20

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Un-hybrid conference. At some point in 2021, associations will switch from virtual-only conferences to hybrid conferences. Or will they? Can you imagine planning and producing two simultaneous conference experiences—one for on-site attendees and one for the virtual audience?

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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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4 Ways Event and Learning Data Can Help Your Association Achieve Its Goals

WBT Systems

4 Ways Event and Learning Data Can Help Your Association Achieve Its Goals. Read more about 4 Ways Event and Learning Data Can Help Your Association Achieve Its Goals.

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Saying & Showing Thanks to Volunteers

Aaron Wolowiec

How can we say thank you to our volunteers? Peggy Hoffman shares three ways to do just that.

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5 Tips to Adapt Your Nonprofit Fundraising During COVID-19

Wild Apricot

To navigate the challenges of COVID-19, nonprofits must adapt their fundraising messaging and communications approach. In this post, we cover the 5 critical elements to delivering the right message to the right audience at the right time.

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Online Community Engagement is Essential: COVID-19 Makes That Clear

Higher Logic

The post Online Community Engagement is Essential: COVID-19 Makes That Clear appeared first on Higher Logic. The benefits of building a community around your brand aren’t limited to a pandemic – forward-looking organizations were investing in online community engagement before COVID-19. The post Online Community Engagement is Essential: COVID-19 Makes That Clear appeared first on Higher Logic.

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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.