Spark Consulting
DECEMBER 30, 2013
'Yep, it’s a year-end trends post. The thing I particularly like about this one, though, is that TechSoup looks at the tech trends we all know and love (mobile, the Internet of Things, cloud computing, social media, etc.) specifically through the lens of what’s relevant and appropriate in the nonprofit space. Which, as we know, is not always the same at the for profit space.
Association Leaders
DECEMBER 30, 2013
'My mother-in-law sent an email to the family recently that really resonated with me. Maybe it was all the Holiday celebrating or the recent changes we’ve made in our business but I am feeling happier than I have in a few years. However, I have a long way to go to be as happy as I think I should be – and to make others around me happier as well.
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Wild Apricot
DECEMBER 18, 2013
'This week’s link round-up offers: tips for “harvesting insight, using “flash foresight”, finding “killer resources” as well as how to “think like a fundraiser, feel like a donor” and “sponsorship dos and don’ts”.
YourMembership
DECEMBER 12, 2013
'“Mulder…where is the truth?” A little X-Files reference for all you sci-fi fans out there. In a recent post I shared some thoughts on the annual Black Friday ritual that leads many into both panic buying and shopping nirvana, sometimes at the same time. I shared ideas garnered from the Black Friday experience on how [.] ( Read more. ) The post The truth IS out there and your association is definitely needed (or should be)!
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Aaron Wolowiec
DECEMBER 31, 2013
'For most of us Michiganders, this year’s Christmas celebrations were put on hold – or completely rearranged – thanks to Mother Nature’s icy fury. The hum of generators replaced the sounds of Christmas morning giggles in many homes. Christmas lights didn’t shine and instead of prime rib or turkey dinners, families ate at McDonalds or rescheduled for brighter (literally) days ahead.
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Spark Consulting
DECEMBER 27, 2013
'Must be that time of year! Top 5 posts on the Spark blog in 2013: Is It Time for a New Model of Membership? Why Is Membership the Only Relationship? Membership Marketing on a Shoestring Budget. Do You Know How to Be a Member? Association Alumni Networks. Notice a theme? Four of them are about relationship, connection, and engagement. Which would make an excellent focus for your association for 2014.
Association Leaders
DECEMBER 18, 2013
'I enjoy reading. In particular I like to read biographies, historical novels, newspapers (on the iPad of course), business publications, blogs, and more. Unfortunately, I often find I don’t have the time to read all I would like to. I get too busy “working” and allow my reading to take a back seat. As a result, I often wish there was more time in a day or that I was more productive than I am.
Wild Apricot
DECEMBER 30, 2013
'Before you ring in the New Year, here''s a look at a few basic themes that we''ve seen in non-profit and membership posts and articles this year.
YourMembership
DECEMBER 5, 2013
'I was looking at the statistics from this past weekend’s annual exercise into insanity we lovingly call Black Friday (and also Gray Thursday), and was interested in seeing if there were any lessons there for associations related to creating value for members. Don’t worry; I’m not suggesting associations should create Black Friday like events, full [.] ( Read more. ) The post Creating the Remarkable and Contagious for Your Association appeared first on YourMembership.com.
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KiKi L'Italien's Acronym Soup
DECEMBER 30, 2013
'At the approach of every new year, we look at our lives with special scrutiny to identify the things we think we must change in order to improve our lot in some way. We resolve to lose weight, learn a foreign language, or take up exercise as a way to prove our merit and grit. This year I resolve to honor my standards and stay true to my voice. Image purchased from shutterstock.so you''ll see it again.
Eric Lanke
DECEMBER 30, 2013
'image source As we end another year, here''s a look back at the five posts on this blog that received the most page views in 2013. 1. Stop Calling It Strategic Planning This was #3 on last year''s list, and was originally posted in January 2012. It was inspired by the take-down of strategic planning in Humanize , and in it I pledge to stop using that term to describe the messy, constantly evolving process my association uses to determine our direction and set our objectives.
Spark Consulting
DECEMBER 18, 2013
'LinkedIn influencers identify the big ideas that will impact 2014 (here’s hoping 2014 really *is* the year of good writing). Social media marketing tips for 2014. Interestingly, the author is advising business to start blogs to generate leads and to provide educational content. What does that mean for associations? Defining innovation in one word.
Association Leaders
DECEMBER 4, 2013
'One challenge for any leader is understanding the “pulse” of their organization. Often times people try to shelter leaders from concerns, issues and bad news. As a result, leaders can get a false sense of what’s going on in their business. I read a great post today about just this topic. The author of “Mindreading 101: The 10 Questions You Need to Ask Your Team Every Week” has excellent ideas for how leaders can keep their finger on the pulse of their organizat
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Wild Apricot
DECEMBER 13, 2013
'A new report offers insight into nonprofit content marketing. Here are some report highlights and links to additional resources.
Association Subculture
DECEMBER 26, 2013
'What a whirlwind year. It''s hard to even believe its over. Before I launch into 2014, lets take a look back at our most popular posts from 2013. Thanks so much to my readers, stay tuned for more rantings about the association world in 2014! (And just for fun, the video link goes to a bonus countdown of tunes from the year I graduated from high school!
Aaron Wolowiec
DECEMBER 24, 2013
'However you celebrate, all of us at Event Garde wish you a very special holiday with those you love. May you enjoy the magic of the season while making memories that last a lifetime. Look for our next post on Dec. 31, when we’ll be talking about some of your new year’s resolutions. We’d love to hear from you: What do you hope to accomplish in 2014?
Mariner
DECEMBER 16, 2013
'I just came across the post 5 Things Customers Don’t Want to Hear…EVER by Tara Hunt and I immediately thought of two recent incidents where two companies were guilty of one or more of these “don’ts.”.
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Spark Consulting
DECEMBER 16, 2013
'OK, this on is EXTRA geeky, but what if computer sorting algorithms came with video and audio? It would look and sound something like this: If you really, really want to geek out, there’s a lengthy and complex explanation of what’s going on here. Make sure you watch the whole way to the end – the bogosort is hilarious.
Association Leaders
DECEMBER 11, 2013
'Tis the Season for office parties. I saw this article today and thought it would be a good reminder for our readers. . I hope your office party is successful and safe.
Wild Apricot
DECEMBER 9, 2013
'A new report indicates that most volunteers simply want to be thanked and shown the impact of their efforts.
Association Subculture
DECEMBER 18, 2013
'I see you driving ''round town With the girl I love and I''m like, Forget you! Oo, oo, ooo I guess the change in my pocket Wasn''t enough I''m like, Forget you! And forget her too! Cee Lo Green I was lucky enough to be asked to make a few contributions to a recent newsletter sent out from yourmembership.com about " 10 Things Every Association Executive Should Stop Doing in 2014. " I threw in 5 things I think it is HIGH TIME our community unlearned.
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Aaron Wolowiec
DECEMBER 18, 2013
'Are you under the impression that all associations are experiencing diminished attendance at their in-person events? Has your organization’s meetings function experienced a year-over-year revenue decline – however slight – since the 2007 recession? If you’ve answered yes to one or both of these questions, 2014 may be a great opportunity for your organization to conduct a strategic meeting audit.
Eric Lanke
DECEMBER 16, 2013
'image source Two weeks ago, in You Are Not Innovative , I had a bit of an argument with myself--chastising myself for not doing all that I could to set a truly innovative example for my association. In the post, I leveled three essential charges against myself, including: You talk about the need to learn more about the environment your members operate in, but you don''t do it.
Spark Consulting
DECEMBER 11, 2013
'Eric Lanke gets real: you are not innovative. Want a good answer? Ask a good question (now with proof). Want to knock your gala out of the park? It requires leadership, clear goals, and a strong sense of mission. They’ve started! Top 10 Tech predictions for 2014. Reasons why innovation programs fail ? Lack of exec support, bad culture, bad process, “we have always done it that way.” (Sound familiar, association peeps?).
Mariner
DECEMBER 13, 2013
'We’ve been doing a lot of work with associations lately who are asking how to better evaluate their chapters. Most are answering that question with an annual review of some flavor. The problem with all of these approaches is in the word “annual”.
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