Association Analytics

APRIL 8, 2021

Data provides actionable insights and can give associations a navigable path to make better informed business decisions. And yet, the ability to use data to serve your association’s mission has never been more important and timely. However, articulating the best leading indicators for a goal is not as easy as articulating KPIs.

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.orgSource

MAY 29, 2023

The following numbers reveal that progress in the association community is not as rapid as we would hope. In 2023— Twenty percent of association boards are made up of women. Association for Talent Development (ATD) State of the Association Profession report. ATD State of the Association Profession report.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Association professionals routinely deliver amazing things for their organizations. We work with submitters on their pitches to help them consolidate their thoughts, articulate their propositions, and have the courage to defend their idea in front of the entire company. Why don’t we turn some of that awesomeness back on each other?

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.orgSource

APRIL 25, 2023

On a recent Association 4.0 Sarah and I discussed how to find and keep the special employees who will contribute to your association’s success. This is a unique time for the association community. Know your organization’s actual characteristics and practice articulating those qualities.

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Association Analytics

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

We can help you move analytics to the top of the list by giving you tips to build a business case and how to articulate it to others. In addition to keeping it safe and secure, think of how you can leverage it to gain insights to help run your association more effectively. Read our blog on Creating a Data Culture for Your Association.

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The MatrixFiles

MARCH 22, 2021

This client wants to create an easier way for members and non-members to see all the newsletters the association has to offer, and easily subscribe to receive them. This journey took some time to articulate and make easy: Individual is with a member company but doesn’t already have a password. Here’s a not so simple sign-up journey.

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fusionSpan

OCTOBER 31, 2013

It’s a delight to contribute several guest blog posts here on fundraising tips & tricks for associations, especially the many small organizations who face a myriad of support and resource challenges. The post Association Fundraising for Success: Embrace the Big Picture [Part 1] appeared first on fusionSpan. Leave a comment below!

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sgEngage

MARCH 21, 2024

A project charter is a brief, formal document that concisely articulates the essential details of the project, such as its purpose, scope, goals, and contributors. Any major project—such as implementing new fund accounting software—needs a well-developed charter to keep stakeholders focused on the goals and desired outcome.

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TechImpact

APRIL 30, 2014

If the provider you are meeting with cannot intelligently articulate to you the security of your network, it might be time to look elsewhere. Finally, a cloud provider should be able to understand and articulate vulnerabilities that are associated with the level of access their own employees have to your nonprofit’s data.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 14, 2022

This means you’ve got (1) a constituency who cares about your mission, vision and values; (2) a relevant case for support with clearly articulated needs and goals; (3) commitment from all stakeholders; (4) a communications mechanism, and (5) processes in place to steward your resources. Human Resources. Management.

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The Modern Nonprofit

AUGUST 10, 2021

Through association, Verizon is about philanthropy, supporting first responders, and helping save lives. Take the Southern Nevada Association of Women Attorneys and their partners over at Nevada State Bank (whose tagline reads: “It matters WHO you bank with.”).

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Bloomerang

JULY 10, 2023

Here are common traits associated with donors most likely to consider a planned gift: Long-standing Support : Donors with a history of supporting your organization over an extended period are always more likely to consider a planned gift.

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Bloomerang

MAY 19, 2023

Your mission statement and supporting language should clearly articulate why your organization exists and may include elements about the impact you expect to have on the population you serve. It is important to have an idea of the costs associated with these programs. Do you have a well-defined mission statement?

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

For associations and other organizations with memberships, your members are the life force of your work. Ensure that your membership drive materials clearly articulate all that’s included in each membership tier. Neon CRM for Associations comes with an easy form builder with tons of best practices built in.

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Whole Whale

APRIL 13, 2022

Are they able to articulate back to you what you’re after? What are the milestones associated with their development process? . Who will own the copyrights associated with their work on your web project? Do they outsource design? Technology. Are they comfortable with hitting the timeline you’ve identified?

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 5, 2022

It starts with articulating a clear, authentic, and long-term purpose — something that is true today, and that guides the organization into the future. Companies that articulate their core business purpose often seek to evolve the way they engage with society, as well. So, how do organizations pursue purpose successfully? What’s next?

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TechImpact

SEPTEMBER 23, 2014

Make sure in doing so, you’re also listing the costs associated with these other options. While some of these options might be cheaper, make sure you’re articulating the long term benefits of the CRM to future projects, while other options will likely only serve as a quick fix. Don’t fret! Qualify the benefits.

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Forj

AUGUST 17, 2021

In episode 7 of the Managing eLearning Podcast , Jon & Matt sit down with Celisa Steele Co-Founder & Managing Director for Tagoras to discuss the Learning Business Maturity Model , which articulates the characteristics of a mature market-facing learning business or line of business, as well as the stages that typically precede full maturity.

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Forj

APRIL 7, 2017

Tagoras is a research and consulting firm for associations and organizations who focus on lifelong learning. Tagoras has given the learning business community a framework to help associations identify problem areas, and create solutions to move toward a forward-thinking and innovative business environment and culture. “

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Top Nonprofits

APRIL 20, 2022

People crave a clearly articulated goal to connect with and promote. As you search for volunteers, put yourself in the best, most convincing position, and use your CRM and associated tools for recruiting and onboarding your volunteers. Before you begin reaching out to supporters, your campaign needs a clear target.

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BoardAssist

JANUARY 30, 2018

Can and do board members articulate this focus to others, particularly potential donors? Can board and staff clearly articulate what will be different as a result of the campaign? White, CFRE, serves as senior consultant and CEO of Johnson, Grossnickle and Associates. Step 2: Do you have the right PEOPLE?

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

Can you clearly articulate the issue you’re hoping to solve? The American Bar Association (ABA) recommends that nonprofits seek professional legal services during their formation to avoid common errors like failing to meet IRS incorporation requirements, overlooking applying for tax exemption, or filling out tax exemption forms incorrectly.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Membership associations are a popular type of nonprofit that use a member-based business model to advocate for change and foster community—usually within a specific industry or sector. Want to know more about associations or thinking about starting an association of your own? This article’s got all your bases covered!

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Corporate sponsorships are partnerships between a business and a nonprofit that exchange financial support for a positive brand association and tax deductions. Tip #10: Use Your Data to Tell a Compelling Story Your data will help you articulate the connection between your sponsor’s dollars and your nonprofit’s outcomes.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 18, 2023

You need to articulately describe the need you’re addressing in a way that moves listeners’ hearts. From your biggest donor to your Board Chair to the volunteer you only see once in a while to someone who buys something from your thrift store, it’s your job to make them feel good about their association with your organization.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

Fundraising wasn’t solely the purview of the development office; rather it was intimately associated with raising support for a common cause. Can your board members and donors articulate your unique value proposition? It is a form of organizing and power building, not merely a strategy for financing the organization’s work.

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Care2

JANUARY 30, 2014

Are they able to articulate back to you what you’re after? What are the milestones associated with their development process? What are the deliverables associated with each of these milestones? Who will own the source files (Photoshop files and such) associated with the project after their work is complete?

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 6, 2015

This begins with the CEO or president, who needs to articulate what she or he sees as the fundamental importance of dedicating staff time towards these goals. Prototype : It is one thing for you to articulate why integrating data is important, and it's another to show your colleagues why. Case Study: National Stroke Association.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 26, 2021

Big hearts will respond to big-hearted, authentic, clearly-articulated, specific and resonant appeals. No one wants to be associated with it unless they absolutely have to. Or a new donor responded with bigheartedness to an emergency appeal. . Or people simply chipped in what they could. Nonprofit Giving Trends on the Horizon.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 20, 2011

And we’ve underscored the importance of networks articulating their values and keeping themselves accountable to those shared values. Tom Kelly is the Associate Director for Evaluation at the Annie E. Casey Foundation in Baltimore, Maryland.

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AFP Blog

JANUARY 29, 2013

The value of Facebook Likes for nonprofits in 2013 - Small Act : hen I set out to write this post I thought I would present some resounding evidence that would debunk all of the myths associated with calculating the worth of a Facebook like.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 18, 2014

It was articulated as: “We don’t have the skills to analyze, slice and dice, and make sense of our data, so it is hard to do it well.” I hear this too often from nonprofits. The hot button issue was capacity, skills, and lack of resources.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 25, 2017

The chance to do work with an impassioned, articulate, and engaged CEO behind whom they can rally. If all the above makes it clear that everything revolves around vision, it should make sense that identifying and articulating your vision should be the first thing on your to-do list. Boards are not one-size-fits-all. Matchmaking.

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Forj

JULY 25, 2017

Hicken and myself work for, has developed a learning management platform specific to delivering online professional development for associations, including the AAMC, medical and health professions societies, and CPD departments. Hicken and I asked Dr. Turco why their team of editors felt there was a need for this book.

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NTEN

JUNE 13, 2014

Prior to joining Mission Measurement, Matt served as Chief Technology Officer and Senior Vice President at Edelman Berland (formally StrategyOne) where he led the firm’s social media analytics practice and associated product development initiatives. governments, foundations) can put out an “ask” for a specific outcome (e.g.

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Top Nonprofits

JULY 20, 2022

Images lend more evocative value to your content and allow you to better articulate brand messaging. The advertiser did a great job of featuring one of their most famous products and employing brand association for viewers. Chances are, you can DIY your first flyer with a minimalist design! Tip 5: Feature relevant images.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 4, 2017

2) Identify “My Three Themes”: I do a combination of Peter Bregman’s theme for the year , and Chris Brogan’s “ My Three Words.” Chris Brogan’s ritual suggests selecting three words, but I modify it by articulating key themes. I look for patterns.

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