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MARCH 12, 2021

This investment can produce great returns to retention and revenue.”. WBT Systems introduces a new brainstorming and innovation tool: jootsing. It means “jumping out of the system.” Their post outlines the three steps of jootsing and the barriers you might encounter along the way. Innovation method. New member onboarding.

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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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MARCH 26, 2021

Braden Kelly believes intuition has an essential role to play in innovation. WBT Systems sums up the volunteer SME conundrum by saying, “Your association can’t live without them, so how do you live more easily with them?” LMS Demo Day. Wait, what? Shouldn’t associations always be driven by data? Nope, not exclusively.

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APRIL 30, 2021

They provide the steps of a shutdown ritual in case you want to try it yourself. WBT Systems laments the lost art of listening. 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.

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WBT Systems

JANUARY 10, 2017

Predictions for the next big trends in eLearning solutions started appearing before 2017 had even begun. Educational offerings for not just members, but also the public at-large, will be a big revenue drive for associations.” Integrations between Systems become Crucial. You don’t have to!

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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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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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MAY 26, 2023

WBT Systems shares strategies for convincing people to commit time to their own professional development. In other news, Forj acquired community platform Mobilize after gobbling up LMS platform Web Courseworks earlier in the year. educational system—”still designed for an Industrial Revolution-era world,” not an AI-empowered one.

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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. Who has the time to learn? Answer: we all do.

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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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JUNE 26, 2020

WBT Systems suggests it’s time to integrate these two teams so attendees have a more effective learning experience. Quick hits before we get to the list of this week’s free education: Associations need new skills for a new era. Virtual conference advice. Frank Catalano has been to several virtual conferences in the last few months.

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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’re looking for a low-budget way to start an online learning program at your association, WBT Systems has the answer. The countdown is on!

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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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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. CAE credit.

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

Margaritas are my choice of beverage when indulging the night before hiking. If you have trouble with exposure and you’re crossing a fin or natural bridge, keep your eyes on where your next step is landing and, if you can, one step ahead of that—maybe where the person in front of you is stepping. 1 CAE credit.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2018

MemberSuite describes a new approach to sponsorship that treats companies as revenue partners. Ever wonder what your association’s systems administrator or engineer does? Joey Tagert at DelCor unpacks the association system engineer’s mysterious IT Bag. Learn the basics steps for creating DIY animated videos.

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JANUARY 20, 2017

For me, the big change was simple and obvious – no Internet before noon. Get a better understanding of what you need to know in order to select and implement different best-in-breed event technology solutions to create a unified solution for your needs. Find out the five key steps to assure measurable cost savings and ROI.

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JANUARY 20, 2017

For me, the big change was simple and obvious – no Internet before noon. Get a better understanding of what you need to know in order to select and implement different best-in-breed event technology solutions to create a unified solution for your needs. Find out the five key steps to assure measurable cost savings and ROI.

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JANUARY 21, 2022

Rereading something is no substitute for retrieval practice , says WBT Systems. In WBT’s primer on this essential element of instruction, they explain why the brain likes retrieval practice and how to build it into the design of your educational programs. More info/register (must join before registering). Sticky learning.

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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. WBT Systems suggests ways to attract Gen Z to your association by helping them build lifelong learning habits and expand their network. Year-round attendee community. Generation Z. More info/register.

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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

WBT Systems looked into Depop and came back with some insight that could help associations attract Gen Z members and learners. 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.

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JUNE 24, 2022

WBT Systems suggests associations revamp their leadership training programs to serve two purposes: teaching the skills members need for volunteer leadership and for leading or collaborating on a remote team at work. Rishad Tobaccowala identifies six essential steps to successfully introduce and manage change. Member recruitment.

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OCTOBER 7, 2022

WBT Systems explains why business jargon isn’t a joking matter, what effect it has on the people and associations who use it, and which terms are especially troublesome. Before deciding, Achurch Consulting suggests you discuss and agree upon organizational values together—executives, managers, and staff. AMS implementation workload.

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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?

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OCTOBER 22, 2021

WBT Systems explains how your association’s education programs can provide three things that research says are missing for many who work remotely : meaning, belonging and informal learning. Strategic plan. Aaron Wolowiec, CAE, CMP, of Event Garde reports back from in-person events he’s attended or he and his team have planned.

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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.

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MemberClicks

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. This software will also be your hub for your integrated AMS systems. Who are your members?

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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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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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NOVEMBER 9, 2018

It’s not too late to implement some of the advice provided by Fíonta on their blog. WBT Systems explains how they work, how they benefit your association and members, and how to get them going. A few quick hits before we get to this week’s list of free webinars: Need to know info: the ultimate guide to Google ranking factors in 2019.

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OCTOBER 23, 2020

WBT Systems explains how to become the corporate training partner for your member companies. He suggests some essentials for your home office gear and virtual meeting strategy. However, most don’t plan to make any significant changes. Live Review (LMS demos). The remote work IT bag. Virtual event production. Count me in.

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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

WBT Systems digs into ASI’s 7th annual Membership Performance Benchmark Survey to find out how associations are working through their digital transformation. At Harvard Business Review, Jennifer Mueller, Sarah Harvey, and Alec Levenson lay out three steps groups can take to steer clear of groupthink. LMS Demo Day. Quick hits.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2023

WBT Systems describes what goes into a persuasive toolkit. 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? What should associations keep in mind when planning their next event? Manager burnout. 1 CAE credit.

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