Elevating Engagement

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

I’m delighted to be a part of this list of must-read newsletters for association professionals. If you like my newsletter feel free to share it with your friends and check out some other great newsletters below! A selection of articles featured in the Elevating Engagement newsletter: Are You Time Starved?

Newsletter 52

Newsletter Case Study Library Member Engagement 52

Reid All About it

MAY 5, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Meaningful meetings. Corporate learning. Coursera, EdX and LinkedIn Learning are going all in on the corporate market and increasing revenue as a result. AMS requirements. Remember those? Ah, the old days. More info/register.

Chicago 205

Chicago Education Certificate Revenue 205

Reid All About it

MARCH 24, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… I’m going away for eight days on a hiking vacation in southern Utah, so I’m not publishing Association Brain Food the next two Fridays, March 31 and April 7. Member onboarding. Thank goodness, many associations are rethinking new member onboarding.

Revenue 227

Revenue Chicago Leadership Education 227

Reid All About it

JULY 7, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… A month from now, many of us will be at ASAE Annual in Atlanta. Teri Carden—the mastermind behind AMS Fest before selling it to Association Trends—and her team are known for creating enjoyable educational experiences. Self-paced online courses.

Tools 195

Tools Education Newsletter Chicago 195

Reid All About it

MARCH 11, 2022

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Is your virtual conference engaging enough to prevent multitasking? WBT Systems describes the barriers to virtual attendee attention and suggests solutions for keeping your attendees engaged. Member engagement.

LMS 195

LMS Revenue Los Angeles Newsletter 195

Reid All About it

JUNE 25, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. They describe how the Association General Contractors of America shares this data with its chapters, provides resources to help them improve performance, and supports their growth with chapter leader training and development. Online learning.

LMS 361

LMS Revenue Tips America 361

Reid All About it

JULY 24, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Associations and the future of colleges. Jeff Cobb of Tagoras/Leading Learning asks a provocative but reasonable question: Could associations replace colleges? Online learning myths. Virtual event challenges.

Montana 259

Montana Revenue Case Study Conference 259

WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

Should they take such a primary place in your association’s educational offerings? They end up getting overwhelmed with new information and falling victim to the forgetting curve—which means they will forget 70 percent of what they ‘learn’ within 24 hours. In most associations, only a small percentage of members attend conferences.

Conference 210

Conference How To LMS Newsletter 210

Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… 86 “normal,” please. Quick hits before we get to the list of next week’s free education: 40 one-sentence newsletter tips. Learn to love walking in the rain. Here are the educational events scheduled for next week.

Certificate 370

Certificate System Dallas Price 370

EventMobi: Association Events

JUNE 26, 2023

Member engagement is the #1 way to make sure your members recognize the value they get from your association. The best association member engagement strategies guide them to participate in the right programs and leave them feeling valued—which makes them significantly more likely to renew! The solution?

Member Engagement 130

Member Engagement Strategy Software Social Media 130

Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. They also describe why and how it’s evolved to become a more agile framework. People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” Who is ADDIE? Event experience mapping.

Newsletter 195

Newsletter Revenue Certificate Leadership 195

Reid All About it

JANUARY 15, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. The deadline for ASAE members to apply for a judge spot is February 9, 2021. Content/education strategy. Association learning landscape. How to be more productive working from home: 9 rules for the “now normal.” Forget “normal.”

Innovation 359

Innovation Las Vegas Communications Education 359

Reid All About it

JULY 30, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Non-dues revenue. 55 days from now, you could be in Nashville hanging around with people whose associations are rolling in non-dues revenue and people who want to emulate their success. Online learning programs.

Newsletter 195

Newsletter Certificate Technology Strategy 195

Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Teri Carden is cooking up a phenomenal-sounding digital experience for anyone interested in increasing their non-dues revenue. SEO for education programs. How to check for inclusive language in Microsoft Word. CAE study group.

San Diego 370

San Diego Price Strategy Education 370

Reid All About it

JULY 16, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Online education revenue. Usability testing is the latest version of that phenomenon—and it’s a good thing to learn about over on the Fionta blog since it solves lots of problems and increases the value of your technology investments.

Revenue 195

Revenue Video Strategy Industry 195

MemberClicks

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

As a membership organization, member dues are core to your organization’s overall financial success. But they can’t get too high (or you’ll lose members!)—and and relying on a single revenue stream is too risky. This is where non-dues revenue comes into play. What is Non-Dues Revenue? Sell branded merchandise.

Revenue 98

Revenue Tips Certificate Social Media 98

EventMobi: Association Events

OCTOBER 19, 2023

If you run a membership organization, you know how important it is to engage and retain your members. After all, members are the lifeblood of your organization: they support your organization’s mission, attend events, and form your community! How Do I Create a Membership Drive? How Do I Create a Membership Drive?

How To 130

How To Discount Social Media Software 130

Reid All About it

JANUARY 21, 2022

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Learn more about the application process, including tips for a successful submission and insider knowledge about what the judges seek, during a 1/28 webinar—details below. Sticky learning. The member experience. Membership survey.

Survey 195

Survey Newsletter Price Technology 195

Reid All About it

JUNE 16, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… “The main hope of a nation lies in the proper education of its youth.” GrowthZone explains what to do before, during and after an event to help increase registrations and attendance. Erasmus Podcasts. Don’t give that up! Quick hits Good news!

Project 195

Project Tools Revenue Metro 195

Higher Logic

MAY 29, 2020

You don't have to be a hypnotist or a master of persuasion to build support for an online community among your association’s board and executive team. Instead, you need to align your new online community with the mission and priorities of your association's leadership. How to Align with Your Board and Executive Team's Priorities.

Social Media 254

Social Media Tools Member Engagement Revenue 254

Reid All About it

JULY 10, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… You know what really gets under my skin and makes me crazy? But now, you must consider your attendees’ attention and engagement capabilities when planning virtual events. How can we develop customized opportunities for our partners?

Montana 365

Montana Content Price Strategy 365

Reid All About it

MARCH 19, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Throughout March, Mary Byers, CAE, and the Loyalty Research Center are sharing stories about highly innovative organizations, their best practices, interviews with innovators, and challenge questions about innovation to ponder. Quick hits.

LMS 370

LMS Nashville Strategy Video 370

Reid All About it

APRIL 12, 2019

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… If you’re at the digitalNow conference next week and see me wandering around, please let me know you read Association Brain Food, you’ll make my day, plus I’d love to meet you if we’re not already acquainted.

LMS 276

LMS Pennsylvania Innovation Education 276

Disciple Media

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Creating and selling an online membership can help you to scale the transformative impact that you make in people’s lives, whilst growing a sustainable business. In this blog, we’ll explore how to get your membership set up for success (Part 1), and strategies to market and sell your membership (Part 2). What motivates them?

How To 36

How To Social Media Content Price 36

WBT Systems

JULY 31, 2018

Every association wants to recruit millennial members, but the cost of membership may exceed a millennial’s budget. Young members also have to think about registration fees and travel expenses for events. Although they’re the biggest generation in the workforce, millennials make up only 19 percent of association members, per MGI.

millennials 150

millennials Resources North Carolina Certificate 150

Disciple Media

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Online learning is having a moment. However, the true potential of digital education is realized when it’s coupled with the power of community. Creating an engaging online learning community transcends geographical barriers, bringing together diverse minds and fostering a rich, collaborative learning environment.

Course 36

Course Case Study Social Media Project 36

Higher Logic

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Can we talk about how glamorous the life of a marketer is for a moment? …I While the role of a marketer can be incredibly interesting and rewarding, it doesn’t come without challenges. Regardless of which type of industry marketer you are – association, corporate, B2B, you name it – you might identify with these challenges.

Marketing 149

Marketing Video Resources Content 149

Association Adviser

JANUARY 18, 2019

Have you recently stopped to think about how your association’s tech solutions can complement one another to maximize your existing resources and provide a better member experience? You’re likely promoting your content on your website and on social media to generate interest and increase your reach.

Newsletter 61

Newsletter Directory Learning Management System Social Media 61

Protech

MARCH 30, 2023

As an association administrator or staff member, you know that there are many complicated moving parts to running an association and just as many ways to organize your operations. Association management software is a platform that combines all of the tools and features associations need to operate and manage members.

Software 52

Software Association Management Directory Discount 52

MemberClicks

AUGUST 9, 2022

Conferences are an amazing way to learn new skills, hear stories for other people in your industry and to meet new people. HOW would you host one? We’re diving into all the questions you have about hybrid conferences and events, so read on to learn more! It also allows attendees to join for part or all of the conference online.

Tools 52

Tools Conference Organization Tips 52

Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

I used to go online to quickly check my emails for anything important and I’d end up reading newsletters and community digests, moving onto Hootsuite, falling down the black hole of clicking on tweeted links, reading more articles, and oh why not just a glance at LinkedIn too, then more newsletters and suddenly hours have flown by.

Charlotte 150

Charlotte DC Washington Newsletter 150

Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

I used to go online to quickly check my emails for anything important and I’d end up reading newsletters and community digests, moving onto Hootsuite, falling down the black hole of clicking on tweeted links, reading more articles, and oh why not just a glance at LinkedIn too, then more newsletters and suddenly hours have flown by.

Charlotte 150

Charlotte DC Washington Newsletter 150

Reid All About it

MAY 6, 2022

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. WBT describes how to become an amateur futurist and what’s in it for you and your association. The interview captures the essence of the chapter challenges and opportunities facing associations today. Online community selection.

Arlington 39

Arlington Project Newsletter Revenue 39

Reid All About it

JANUARY 6, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Non-dues revenue. After attending the RevUp Summit hosted by the Professionals for Association Revenue, WBT Systems says one lesson from the painful past few years is the need to diversify revenue. Online community.

Revenue 42

Revenue North Carolina Education System 42

Protech

JUNE 13, 2023

For example, a small association in its first year of operating might just use a few simple spreadsheets and documents to track member engagement and plan meetings. Not only will this increase your organization’s overall efficiency, but it could also lead to more positive member experiences and higher retention rates.

Software 52

Software Learning Management System Tools Association Management 52

Association Adviser

APRIL 15, 2014

Even in this hyper-connected, social, mobile, digital age—or maybe because of it—associations and their members still like to meet, network and learn face-to-face. out of 5) among nearly two dozen member communication vehicles we examined in our annual Association Communications Benchmarking Report. Not convinced? NDR wish list.

Revenue 60

Revenue Georgia Price Newsletter 60

Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Education marketing/sales. WBT Systems examines what learners are really buying and explains how to apply what Godin’s describing to the way you market and sell your association’s educational programs. Member/customer engagement.

Blended Learning 41

Blended Learning Software Education Marketing 41