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APRIL 12, 2024

TopClass LMS shares 15 tactics for keeping your attendees’ interest and attention. Katrina Ciccarelli McAfee at Association Analytics shares a three-step strategy for improving new member acquisition. They also tell the stories of two association executives who generated more revenue after changing their approach to sponsorship.

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MARCH 12, 2021

This investment can produce great returns to retention and revenue.”. Their post outlines the three steps of jootsing and the barriers you might encounter along the way. If you make this recipe—which is excellent, I’ve made it twice—don’t add the garlic with the mushrooms, add it a minute before taking the mushrooms out.

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JULY 21, 2023

But TopClass LMS/WBT Systems describes ten skills your members need to learn right now. As someone who’s always thinking about my next meal, Jeffrey Cufaude speaks to my heart (yes, my stomach too) when he encourages facilitators not to overlook food when planning a program. The next edition will go live on Friday, August 4.

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JANUARY 26, 2024

TopClass LMS has a solution for empty volunteer pipelines: leadership development cohort programs. They also provide a checklist for implementing an effective mentoring program or enhancing an existing one. If you have a free webinar or event coming up, please send me the link by Wednesday afternoon the week before it’s scheduled.

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DECEMBER 8, 2023

TopClass LMS explains why and how associations should step up their efforts and shares examples of associations who have. He takes a data-oriented approach to planning, measuring, and improving retention practices. Host: Impexium MC: Donna Gandt, Chief Revenue Officer, Impexium & Billhighway Tue 12/12 at 10:30 a.m. –

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AUGUST 18, 2023

TopClass LMS suggests offering peer-to-peer online learning programs. Strategic planning. Vista Cova’s white paper, Strategic Frameworks: The Future of Strategic Planning , explores how association executives are working with strategic plans in the post-COVID environment. It’s a must-read. Mentoring programs.

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APRIL 30, 2021

They provide the steps of a shutdown ritual in case you want to try it yourself. Multi-system implementation. I’ve heard a few friends talk about implementing more than one system this summer. I think one had an AMS, CMS, and LMS project on the horizon. Work shutdown rituals. Why not start tonight? . Shut up and listen.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Inspired by Jeff De Cagna FASAE of Foresight First, TopClass LMS writes about an essential for association staff, executives, and volunteer leaders in these turbulent times: intentional learning —both doing it and selling it. Selecting and implementing an AMS is not for the faint of heart. Intentional learning.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

TopClass LMS advises associations to offer microlearning programs to busy professionals since they’re more likely to have 10 minutes to spare, not 50. This is essential reading for understanding trends in membership recruitment, engagement, renewal, dues, value propositions, and more. Preparation and planning. Answer: we all do.

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APRIL 15, 2016

– Spot and Stop It: 3 Steps to End Harassment at Your Meetings (Alexandria Brown Bag). Learn what motivates harassers and how to end harassment at your meetings with three steps: prepare, take care and do it there. What Community and Social Features Are Vital to Your Organization’s LMS? Networking begins at 11:30.

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APRIL 15, 2016

– Spot and Stop It: 3 Steps to End Harassment at Your Meetings (Alexandria Brown Bag). Learn what motivates harassers and how to end harassment at your meetings with three steps: prepare, take care and do it there. What Community and Social Features Are Vital to Your Organization’s LMS? Networking begins at 11:30.

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OCTOBER 1, 2021

Why get an LMS. Your association survived the pandemic without an LMS, you’re returning to in-person meetings, and the budget isn’t looking so good. Why the heck would you even think about getting an LMS ? Keep her advice in mind as you’re planning in-person conferences too. I’ve never seen #1 on a list like this before.

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AUGUST 11, 2023

TopClass LMS suggests your association offer management training programs for industry professionals. A few of them might surprise you, but they’re essential for technology project success. In some industries, employers have trouble cultivating and keeping talented professionals. Change management. Generational stereotypes.

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JULY 30, 2021

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. If you have a free webinar or event coming up, please send me the link by Wednesday afternoon the week before it’s scheduled. Change fatigue.

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JUNE 26, 2020

Quick hits before we get to the list of this week’s free education: Associations need new skills for a new era. If you have a free webinar or event coming up, please send me the link before Wednesday evening the week before it’s scheduled. Moery, The Moery Company ). How the pandemic put a magnifying glass on sponsorships.

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MARCH 25, 2022

Check out the new page on my site, Association Brain Food Resources , dedicated to feeding your brain with information from our industry partners about association technology, membership, data management, cybersecurity, non-dues revenue, and more. Host: Abby Mund, AM Planning. Professional development market potential. Host: Fridays@4.

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JANUARY 20, 2017

For me, the big change was simple and obvious – no Internet before noon. After conducting in-depth interviews with more than 300 members, Amanda Kaiser learned that the membership process is not a year-long cycle. Find out the five key steps to assure measurable cost savings and ROI. 1 CAE credit. Wed 1/25 at 1 p.m. Host: Hubb.

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JANUARY 21, 2022

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. 5 steps to gaining member acceptance, downloads, and engagement for your association’s mobile app. (J. More info/register (must join before registering).

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JANUARY 20, 2017

For me, the big change was simple and obvious – no Internet before noon. After conducting in-depth interviews with more than 300 members, Amanda Kaiser learned that the membership process is not a year-long cycle. Find out the five key steps to assure measurable cost savings and ROI. 1 CAE credit. Wed 1/25 at 1 p.m. Host: Hubb.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2018

MemberSuite describes a new approach to sponsorship that treats companies as revenue partners. Over on the WBT Systems blog, three associations share their AMS-LMS integration stories including their challenges, lessons learned and benefits reaped. You’ll walk away with lots of laughs and ten essentials to crafting great experiences.

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FEBRUARY 10, 2023

You put a ton of effort into planning, promoting and hosting a conference, but once it’s over, you watch as attendees drift away. Nowadays, if you’re involved in a technology selection or implementation project, you must understand APIs , unless you’re okay with letting your software live in a silo. Year-round attendee community.

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JULY 14, 2023

You’re more likely to go to the gym if you’re following a workout plan designed by a trainer, right? Likewise, members and customers are more likely to attend education programs when they’re following a professional learning plan. They suggest questions to ask before terminating a program and offer advice for the sunsetting process.

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JULY 19, 2019

Some quick hits before we get to next week’s free webinars: Speaking of vendors… How associations can transform sponsors into thought leaders. 4 Steps to Creating a Team to Deliver on Your Mission. Learn how you can leverage similar strategies to grow your association’s revenue. Moery, The Moery Company ). Not surprising.

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APRIL 20, 2018

Associations, if you haven’t already, it’s past time to step up your game, especially with the youngins. You might want to take a look at this post from LMS provider WBT Systems about the benefits of outsourcing instructional design. You’re not really qualified but you’ve learned enough to get the job done? Sprout Social ).

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OCTOBER 22, 2021

Strategic plan. Jamie Notter of Propel says it right up front so no spoilers here: “to make your strategic plan a living document , you re-write it every three months, and you let everyone in the organization edit it.” Presenters: Michael Shonholz, Chief Revenue Officer, ARG. Who can argue with that? Who can argue with that?

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JUNE 24, 2022

Rishad Tobaccowala identifies six essential steps to successfully introduce and manage change. They describe the steps to take in the planning process, for example, identifying your goals and defining your audience, and suggest other issues to consider before you dive in. Member recruitment. Quick hits.

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OCTOBER 7, 2022

Before deciding, Achurch Consulting suggests you discuss and agree upon organizational values together—executives, managers, and staff. They also identify the factors you should consider before choosing a workplace model. AMS implementation workload. They describe nine responsibilities you should be aware of and prepare for.

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OCTOBER 16, 2020

WBT Systems describes 12 essentials for frugal innovation , the only kind your budget probably allows. If you’re thinking about doing a content audit as preparation for developing a content strategy, Hilary Marsh shares a content audit planning worksheet and issues to consider before diving in. AMS considerations. Content audit.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

After an informative discussion in ASAE Collaborate, TopClass LMS was inspired to introduce the Open Space event format to those who can’t access the forum. One difference this year: “For the first time in the survey’s history, the challenge of generating non-dues revenue topped all other obstacles faced by associations.” CAE credit.

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JUNE 13, 2023

The first step in creating a unique experience for each persona is identifying the personas within your association. It’s important to know your audience before implementing strategies to give new members benefits. If you already have educational digital assets for your members, an LMS is the solution.

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MAY 1, 2020

WBT Systems describes some of what they’ve learned as an LMS provider over the years about online teaching in their tips for new virtual presenters and instructors. Pair his post with this one from Northstar Meetings Group: 17 ideas for incorporating revenue-generating opportunities into your online meetings, conferences and webcasts.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2018

It’s not too late to implement some of the advice provided by Fíonta on their blog. In the braggadocio department, I got a shout-out for my Twitter stream from Hubb in their 10 Essential Online Resources for Association Professionals. But most will agree that recruitment and retention feels tougher now than ever before.

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JUNE 17, 2016

If you’d like me to list your future webinar, please send me the information before Thursday for inclusion in the following week’s list. Learn the importance of proving your worth and the value of your work, discover simple ways to plan more sustainable meetings, and understand the connection between meeting design and attendee behavior.

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MemberClicks

OCTOBER 10, 2023

But membership programs are one of the best ways for nonprofits to create reliable revenue streams—and stronger relationships with their supporters. They not only provide a consistent revenue stream but also help to create a deeper sense of connection between the organization and its supporters.

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MARCH 18, 2022

MemberSuite explains how associations can take advantage of the opportunities in the booming credentials market by adopting agile processes, partnering with member companies, tuning up marketing campaigns, and more. If you have a free webinar or event coming up, please send me the link by Wednesday afternoon the week before it’s scheduled.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Non-dues revenue. With so many non-dues revenue options to explore and limited resources to pursue them, which solutions are right for your organization? Lead Marvels has a seven-step guide and scorecard to help you evaluate which non-dues revenue solutions best align with your organizational mission. 1 CAE credit.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2023

AMS implementation. Impexium describes three crucial principles that most associations and vendors overlook during an AMS implementation —things that will make your life a lot more difficult. No plan, no progress. Learn about the ethical and legal considerations related to certification processes. Member renewals.

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