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24+ Free Webinars for Nonprofits: October 2010

Wild Apricot

October 2010 is notable for the variety of topics in the free nonprofit webinars on schedule – both recurring events and special one-time opportunities for professional development. If you don’t find exactly the kind of training you’re looking for today, do check back here as the month goes on – any late-arriving webinar announcement will be added in the comments thread, below.

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My hopes for ASAE’s Diversity and Inclusion Conference

Association Advocacy Chick

A lot has been said recently in the blogosphere about the topic of diversity and inclusion within the association community. So I was very happy to learn that ASAE was taking the conversation to the next level with the Diversity and Inclusion Conference in Washington, DC next February. As a DELP Scholar, I feel this is long overdue. Here are some of my hopes and dreams for this upcoming event.

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Great Presenters Don't Rely On Recipes

Idea Architects

When I first started cooking, I relied heavily on recipes from trusted cookbooks. Methodically following the instructions, I was able to produce impressive meals. Slowly, I started to tweak recipes to meet my own preferences, adding a bit more of this, a little less of that. As my confidence in my judgment improved, I began to change recipes significantly or create dishes just by assembling what seemed like a good mix of ingredients.

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The Hourglass Blog: What's Your Innovation Readiness? Part 3

The Hourglass Blog

skip to main | skip to sidebar. Monday, September 27, 2010. Whats Your Innovation Readiness? Part 3. For Part 2 go here. For Part 1 go here. The Innovation Task Force of the Wisconsin Society of Association Executives (which I chair), is trying to develop an assessment tool for association executives to use in determining the "innovation readiness" of their associations.

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How to Increase Membership Renewal

Dive deep into essential elements that drive member retention. Learn why members may hesitate to renew. Discover actionable techniques to encourage their return and foster lasting engagement. Uncover reasons members choose not to renew. Learn effective tactics to elevate member engagement and communication. Explore methods to encourage member renewal and active participation in your association Download now to take charge of your membership retention strategy!

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Association Jam: Top Links for September 2010

Wild Apricot

Blog posts and articles on Leadership , Social Media and Technology stories came out on top at AssociationJam.org this month, in terms of the numbers of submissions, views and reader votes, with Membership and Fundraising not far behind. By category, here’s a look at the most popular links submitted to “AJam” in September 2010: Membership What's Keeping You Awake At Night Part 1: AE's Riding Out the Current Economic Storm.But Bigger Clouds on the Horizon Carol Anne Moutinho | Association Resourc

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What idea are you amplifying?

Idea Architects

"The way I see it, a product is an “Idea Amplifier”. You have an idea about something- phones or whatever- and you build a product as an expression of that idea." —Hugh MacLeod, Gaping Void I like this thinking a lot. If we have clarity around the idea we are trying to give voice to through our products or services, we are more likely to amplify that concept through subsequent iteratiuons and innovations.

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AE on the Verge: 3 Good Comments to Start a Board Meeting

AE on the Verge

AE on the Verge. Association management, meetings and mania. Wednesday, September 29, 2010. 3 Good Comments to Start a Board Meeting. A new chairman was recently appointed to a Board. Knowing his background, its clear hes chaired and/or attended hundreds if not thousands of meetings in his life. Hes also too busy to have meetings that waste time. His 3 opening comments: 1.

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Getting started on Twitter (and BONUS glossary of terms)

ChatterBachs

I know for some Twitter is a big mystery, a riddle placed before us to perplex the souls of all who dare enter! Therefore, I’d like to provide a quick tutorial on the use of Twitter. If you’re just getting started, there are a few things you want to do. First, you want to go to the Settings tab at the top of the page and then click on the Profile option.

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Starting A New Position

Moving through the Association World

Its been awhile since I got a post up so this seems like a good time to do a quick update on what is going on with me. In my last post, ASAE Leadership Academy for Young Association Professionals I spoke about applying to the ASAE Leadership Academy. No word back yet but hopefully I will hear back soon. I appreciate the comment from Greg Melia, CAE as well.

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How to Create a Winning Event Marketing Strategy

Events hold the power to create lasting impressions and meaningful connections. They are not only occasions for celebration but also valuable marketing opportunities. Event marketing has become an essential component of successful business strategies, enabling organizations to engage with their target audience and create memorable experiences. However, behind every successful event lies a well-thought-out marketing strategy.

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Shout Out to Kogod Marketing Association | Experts in Membership.

Experts in Membership Marketing

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AE on the Verge: Conferences: Pack your Flag

AE on the Verge

AE on the Verge. Association management, meetings and mania. Sunday, September 26, 2010. Conferences: Pack your Flag. If your association has its own flag, ask a conference hotel or facility to fly it while youre there. Posted by. Cindy Butts. at 7:57 PM. Labels: meetings and conferences. No comments: Post a Comment. Newer Post. Older Post. Home. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom).