Reid All About it

DECEMBER 15, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Association management. Discover streamlined methods for accurately obtaining data without investing excessive time and resources. Host: Volunteer Managers of Central Iowa Fri 12/15 at 4 p.m. CAE credits. More info/register. 1 CAE credit.

Iowa 256

Iowa millennials Texas Strategy 256

Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 13, 2022

Among the resources developed and shared by the Collaborative are two identity wheels, which I’ve found useful in helping association staff, volunteer leaders, and/or members better understand themselves, one another, and how they can improve their interpersonal relationships.

Michigan 246

Michigan Resources 246

Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 10, 2023

As we approach the end of 2023, we want to thank you for reading our blog , downloading our resources, attending our webinars, and meeting us at events. Check out our list of top resources from 2023 to help you strategize for the New Year. Have you subscribed to the Nimble AMS blog yet? Sign up for the Nimble AMS blog today!

Software 150

Software Member Experience Tips Innovation 150

Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Professional development trends survey. Volunteer vs. Organization ROI (ASAE CRVM Crunch and Munch) What does “the bottom line” look like for your volunteers? More info/register. More info/register.

Price 261

Price Survey Team Recruiting 261

Aaron Wolowiec

DECEMBER 30, 2022

The handwriting has been on the wall – associations have consistently failed to fully resource their volunteer systems. To a certain degree, we innovated our member engagement strategy as well – and left the volunteer strategy to age another year. Here's a new volunteer management model for 2023 and what it looks like.

Strategy 130

Strategy Innovation Member Engagement System 130

Reid All About it

JANUARY 5, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Reflection time. A post with curated resources is right up my alley, so I’m happy to highlight this one from Amith Nagarajan at Sidecar. He shares five resources for getting up to speed and staying informed about AI. Predictions for 2024.

Revenue 277

Revenue LMS Price Education 277

Association Analytics

APRIL 1, 2024

These webinars were repurposed from existing content, along with content from committee members volunteering as subject matter experts. As a result they were able to sunset three underperforming newsletters that required significant resources for the team.

Member Engagement 210

Member Engagement Strategy Certificate Survey 210

Associations Now

AUGUST 14, 2023

When used effectively, member-generated content—whether it comes from volunteers, speakers, vendors, or industry partners—can help your organization further its mission and drive member value. The team met with ASA staff across all departments to determine trends and verify which resources to use for each trend. “To

Content 98

Content Video Resources Team 98

Nimble AMS

JULY 12, 2023

Does your association count on the hard work of member volunteers? If so, you’re well aware that v olunteers are an invaluable resource , helping to advance your mission and drive success across your organization. R ead our blog to discover how PEAK Grantmaking empowered its member volunteers and strengthened its volunteer program.

Tips 132

Tips Survey Recruiting Recruitment 132

Associations Now

JANUARY 29, 2024

Last year, the National Association for Gifted Children designed a satisfaction survey for its member volunteers to get a better sense of how volunteers felt about their committee experience. Here’s how NAGC used data to launch a subsequent volunteer orientation that brought greater clarity, structure, and support to member volunteers.

Survey 111

Survey Committee Guidelines Leadership 111

Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Got a writing project ? 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.

Certificate 281

Certificate Price Tools Technology 281

NXUnite

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

As more community needs arise, it’s essential to equip your team with the tools, skills, and resources they need to streamline their roles and avoid burnout. Fortunately, there is a wealth of high-quality resources that you can offer to employees, from certification programs to online advice shared by nonprofit thought leaders.

How To 130

How To Class Resources Course 130

Reid All About it

APRIL 14, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Extreme brainstorming. ASAE Volunteer Opportunities + Volunteer Panel Learn about tools and strategies to help you determine what a satisfying career means to you and start taking steps toward a more fulfilling career. More info/register.

Leadership 195

Leadership Education Revenue Strategy 195

Reid All About it

JANUARY 12, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Free education. For this reason and many others, mentoring is rapidly becoming recognized as a highly effective worldwide human resource development process. More info/register (Component Relations and Volunteer Management Professionals Community).

LMS 266

LMS Member Engagement Education Revenue 266

Reid All About it

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Mental health. People talk about it in the association world, but how many associations actually provide resources and education about mental health issues to members and industry employers? . – CAE credits. More info/register. 1 CAE credit.

Strategy 272

Strategy Video Technology Innovation 272

NXUnite

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Whether you’re seeking sponsorship , volunteer support, or joint marketing opportunities, establishing partnerships with businesses in your community is a powerful way to enhance your nonprofit’s impact. Creating matching gift programs , introducing volunteer opportunities, and sponsoring local nonprofits can improve their satisfaction.

Tips 130

Tips Social Media Directory Resources 130

Association Freak

APRIL 10, 2024

For example, volunteering opportunities or participation in advocacy efforts, while less frequent than attending a webinar, might demonstrate a more profound member commitment and positively influence renewal decision. Volunteering: Volunteering allows members to contribute their skills and expertise to a cause they care about.

Member Engagement 72

Member Engagement How To Discount Survey 72

Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Competition-beating strategies. The Life Cycle of Volunteers (CRVM Crunch and Munch) How can we shepherd volunteers at our organizations? Host: ASAE Component Relations and Volunteer Management Council Tue 2/20 at 2 p.m. 1 CAE credit.

Case Study 266

Case Study Newsletter Strategy Revenue 266

Nimble AMS

MAY 12, 2023

A membership committee is a volunteer-based group of members , serving to improve the member experience at an association. Volunteer opportunities. In your guide, highlight the value of volunteering on your membership committee. Promote member resources. Membership cycle. Download now

Committee 123

Committee How To Guidelines Recruiting 123

Reid All About it

JANUARY 26, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Membership. Volunteer burnout. Billhighway discusses the causes of leadership succession issues and offers strategies for preventing volunteer burnout , a big problem for chapters. I’ve used data from Marketing General Inc.’s CAE credits.

Survey 256

Survey Project Strategy Education 256

NXUnite

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Empower ambassadors with training and resources. Potential ambassadors could be: Donors Volunteers Peer-to-peer fundraisers Beneficiaries of your programs Social media followers Use software solutions like your donor management system and volunteer management platform to identify long-time, highly engaged supporters.

Tips 130

Tips Social Media Guidelines Recruiting 130

EventMobi: Association Events

OCTOBER 19, 2023

As you prepare to brainstorm membership drive ideas, set up a meeting with your: Marketing lead Fundraising expert Volunteers Board of directors Most crucially, get some perspectives of people who spend the most time in direct communication with members.

How To 130

How To Discount Social Media Software 130

Nimble AMS

APRIL 20, 2022

One of the simplest ways to boost volunteer engagement and retention at your association is to have leadership create meaningful connections with volunteers. When volunteers feel appreciated, they’re more likely to invest in your association, saving your staff precious time and resources. Volunteers donate.

Handbook 132

Handbook Recruiting Recruitment Video 132

Higher Logic

AUGUST 15, 2017

Whether they’re in your office or working remotely, your association probably has volunteers contributing to projects every day. Here are five things you can do that that go above and beyond what your volunteers are expecting. Publicly Thank Your Volunteers. Give your volunteers a call instead. Want to do even better?

North Carolina 343

North Carolina Project Discount Leadership 343

Reid All About it

APRIL 12, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… I would love to live Like a river flows, Carried by the surprise Of its own unfolding. Discover how associations can leverage the skills and passions of young adults for career development, volunteer work, and community service programs.

Revenue 256

Revenue Strategy Price Newsletter 256

Mariner Management

JULY 8, 2021

In our April salute to National Volunteer Week, we talked about using this time to reassess your volunteer training by considering flipping your training programs from a global “here’s what you need” to one that begins with the learner, i.e., what the volunteer needs. Takeaways: Training Checkboxes. technology).

Resources 118

Resources Leadership Tips Strategy 118

Nimble AMS

APRIL 18, 2022

One simple method to ensure you avoid common DEI mistakes at your association is to create a volunteer group for DEI initiatives. Empowering your volunteers to take the lead will provide an authentic connection to the DEI initiatives, ensuring all are focused and sustainable. Create your DEI initiatives volunteer group.

Tips 130

Tips Recruiting Recruitment Directory 130

Spark Consulting

APRIL 26, 2022

All three “deserts” (data, volunteer, and strategic focus) identified at the end of the report have been around for quite a while. Interestingly, the answer to this question lies far more in the volunteer research we are conducting for the ASAE Research Foundation. Did you learn anything that surprised you?

Report 195

Report System Survey Proposal 195

Association Leaders

MAY 21, 2019

Being a volunteer association leader can be very rewarding both professionally and personally. What makes them so different than other people that they are able to succeed in the job they get paid for, succeed in their family lives AND ALSO find time to help lead an organization of peers on a volunteer basis? The result?

Resources 186

Resources Video Association Management Team 186

Higher Logic

OCTOBER 17, 2019

You can elevate the success of your online community and marketing automation activities by integrating solutions that fuel long-term engagement , like data collection, mobile apps, and volunteer management programs. Resource: Higher Logic + AACSB Case Study. Resource: 8 Practical Ways to Boost Engagement with Mobile Event Apps.

Revenue 211

Revenue Tools Member Engagement Member Experience 211

Reid All About it

MARCH 8, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… 2024 association trends. to map out a new vision of association volunteer systems. Find out how associations are embracing volunteer management in a changing environment. Potential volunteers? 1 CAE credit. . Location: Vienna VA.

Social Media 250

Social Media DC Strategy Education 250

Reid All About it

OCTOBER 6, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Industry careers website. Hear about several specific strategies for increasing awareness of ethics within an organization and helping both volunteers and staff become more effective at handling ethical dilemmas. CAE credits. More info/register.

Revenue 256

Revenue Certificate Tools Innovation 256

Association Analytics

MARCH 13, 2024

Next, you’ll want to decide how to weigh the various activities and products your association provides members access to , including but not limited to, courses, webinars, conferences, volunteer events, and more. This really depends on the size of your association, staff involved, and other resources. Set a member engagement goal.

Review 169

Review Member Engagement Process Examples 169

NXUnite

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Nonprofit professionals are used to wearing many hats while working for their organization—from serving as event planners to social media managers to volunteer coordinators. That’s where educational resources come in. Drawbacks Here are some of the drawbacks of blog posts as an educational resource: Questionable authority.

Resources 130

Resources Education Cost Conference 130

Reid All About it

APRIL 28, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Credentialing programs. – Successful Volunteer Leadership: The Ultimate Balancing Act How can you encourage and develop passionate volunteers that make values-centered decisions and put the association and its members first?

DC 205

DC Recruiting Recruitment Washington 205

Association 141+

AUGUST 8, 2012

This will be a great resource to association professionals who work with volunteers, chapters, councils, SIGS, or any other type of component. The chapters were each written or updated by leaders in the volunteer and association world - presenting a host of approaches and insights. Want more information? Just let me know!

Resources 40

Resources Dallas Conference Project 40

Associations Now

OCTOBER 25, 2023

“It is important to recognize that not all professionals have had access to tools and resources to become effective mentors throughout their careers,” said Natalia Martin, assistant director of student and postdoctoral scholars development at the American Chemical Society. In 2021, ACS introduced its ACS Mentor Training Workshop.

Tools 116

Tools Resources Leadership Content 116