.orgSource

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

There was a time when associations didn’t think of their members as customers. If the marketing team promises a fabulous new website, and the results don’t include any features members want, there will be issues, not the least of which is broken confidence. We saw their loyalty as beyond commercial transactions.

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Wild Apricot

MARCH 3, 2011

Since many membership and non-profit organizations may be asking themselves these very questions in terms of their member communications, we offered some ideas on how you can begin to answer these questions.( Will they find excessive messaging annoying? How does an organization find a balance? read more ).

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.orgSource

APRIL 1, 2024

Understanding members at a granular level has never been more important. There is plenty of advice out there, and most leaders have the management skills to retool organizational structures for better communication and greater agility. But ongoing inter-organization communication and dialogue are even more important.

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Trend Influence Taxonomy Associations 221

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 13, 2023

5 Productivity Challenges for Board Members Nonprofit boards face a variety of challenges that impact their overall productivity. Here are some of the biggest productivity challenges that board members face. Any sort of confusion among your board members limits their ability to get key tasks done and can put you behind schedule.

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Association Analytics

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Besides facing competition from free online sources of continuing education and mentorship, it can also be a challenge for associations to communicate their value, especially when it comes to younger generations. Getting in front of target buyers and communicating value happen to be two of the main principles of the common sales process.

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Create Strategy Associations Registration 169

.orgSource

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Associations are about professions, but they revolve around their members. I don’t think association members hold their organizations in the same esteem as they once did. Changing member demographics adds to the complexity.” Outreach to our communities can be swift, targeted, and designed for the highest impact.

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.orgSource

MAY 15, 2023

There was a time when associations didn’t think of their members as customers. If the marketing team promises a fabulous new website, and the results don’t include any features members want, there will be issues, not the least of which is broken confidence. We saw their loyalty as beyond commercial transactions.

Collaboration 221

Collaboration Marketing Team Integration 221

The MatrixFiles

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Members report having to work doubly and triply hard to shore up their credibility. Declining trust is leading members to leave the profession. Members are increasingly distrustful of government and jaded about advocacy, leading to less engagement in advocacy and government affairs.

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 1, 2023

I urge my clients to study data to understand how to deliver the individualized service their members want. Drift Research Report) 79% of consumers prefer live chat for quick communication. Drift Research Report) Pamper Members Last week, I described the steps involved in adding a chatbot/s to your platforms.

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Las Vegas Conversation Cancer Offline 251

Association Analytics

JANUARY 8, 2024

As 2024 kicks off and the world of data and AI continues to rapidly evolve, associations need to adapt to meet the ever-changing needs of members and stakeholders. Collect the right kind of data on your members Talk to most association executives and they’ll tell you that their data is not in the best place.

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Impact Strategy Associations Data 169

.orgSource

OCTOBER 31, 2023

They’re ready to put you on the road to becoming both an irresistible communicator and a trendsetter too. Nonprofit attorney Kimberly Pendo, a founding member of Chicago Law Partners, is going to discuss the issues we all need to understand. Our members’ professional environment is evolving so rapidly. Don’t guess about this.

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Sponsor Associations Law Hype 275

Association Analytics

MARCH 1, 2023

For some, it might feel like a continuation of the past three years – learning how to adapt, shift priorities, and engage with members in different ways. Whatever the case may be, there are opportunities for your association to use this economic uncertainty to sharpen your focus, provide timely value to your members, and do more with less.

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Associations Product Virtual Survey 320

NTEN

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

It's already the last week of Member Appreciation Month in the NTEN community! Our goal this month is to create a platform to recognize all the sharing and generosity in the NTEN community - and say thank you! We will offer a daily prize to a member drawn at random from the database. Or, rather, #NTENThanks.

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Communication Community Celebrate NTEN 64

Association Analytics

JUNE 21, 2023

This leads to better communication, and over time, a more organized set up so you won’t be overwhelmed by where to go for the data you need in the moment. If you’re asking members to fill out a survey, provide an incentive for them. Member engagement is everyone’s job. And of course, make it easy! Set up your KPI and metrics!

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Associations Challenge Data Taxonomy 319

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 23, 2023

2) Master the Art of Prompting Prompting is the language we use to communicate with Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT. Communication is conducted in natural language, similar to how you would converse with a friend or colleague. You might be surprised to find out how many of your team members are already exploring AI solutions.

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Policy Analysis Language Nonprofit 334

Media Cause

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Communication is the most important tool a project manager and their team has to help clients achieve their goals, especially in the ever-changing landscape of the current workplace. Every facet of the organization benefits from a project management role team member and communicating in the most effective way possible.

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Project Communication Management Doc 105

NonProfit PRO

JULY 27, 2022

The NGO toolkit covers all key NGO operational areas, including online and offline donation collection, volunteer relationship management platform, event and volunteer resource management and volunteer intranet for online NGO member communication.

NGO 210

NGO Digital Offline Volunteer 210

Nimble AMS

MARCH 10, 2024

According to the latest Community Brands research, 52% of association professionals use an online member community but only 14% rate their use of the platform as excellent. Why should your member-based organization leverage an online community to engage your members? What is an online community?

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Community Platform Benefit Online 116

Association Analytics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Let’s take member retention as an example. Suppose current data reveals that 20% of members don’t renew their memberships annually. These could be member retention, recruitment, products & services and event registrations. Strategic Goal – describe a goal for improving results in each of your business areas.

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Analytics Analysis ROI Associations 169

Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Lay the groundwork for change at your association by requesting employee, member, and key stakeholder feedback. Try building a communication plan to keep stakeholders up to date on any developments. Unengaged and lapsed members Want to boost your member retention numbers in 2024?

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Associations ROI Retention Software 130

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 22, 2020

By Annisa Wanat , an independent consultant who works to strengthen the capacity of mission-driven organizations to achieve their goals more strategically by providing customized solutions in leadership, management, and communications. Most nonprofit board members volunteer because they want to support a worthy cause.

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Google Conservancy Demonstration Collaboration 311

Nimble AMS

MARCH 31, 2023

Dedicate space on your association website to update members and stakeholders about your advocacy efforts. Provide updates on ongoing policies and details on how members can volunteer with your advocacy program. Boost member communications. Leverage your online community platform.

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Advocacy Associations Celebrate Strategy 142

Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Maybe your association is experiencing challenges, so you’re searching for strategies to empower your staff and enhance the member experience. Regardless of your large association’s situation, the Nimble AMS team is here to offer tips to measure your success and meet your future goals! We are very fortunate to have Nimble AMS.

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Associations Missouri Measure Culture 148

Bloomerang

JANUARY 16, 2024

If you run into this situation, don’t be afraid to ask for help from team members or utilize YouTube or LinkedIn Learning to familiarize yourself with these new systems. Take the time to memorize the names of board members, top partners, and primary contacts at partner institutions.

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Roles Tips Fundraising Brain 104

Nimble AMS

JUNE 28, 2023

To guarantee your association thrives, you need to invest in the right technology for your staff and members. But how can you ensure your organization chooses the right association management software (AMS) to enhance your staff and member experience? Here are four ways to foster effective communication with your IT leaders: 1.

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Associations Adopt Training Train 136

Nimble AMS

MARCH 30, 2023

Associations can leverage CRM software to enhance customer or member relationships. Association management software (AMS) is technology that can manage all aspects of your membership, helping you recruit, engage, and retain members. Your organization can also use an AMS to help set up, manage, and run webinars, conferences, and events.

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Associations Software Difference ROI 138

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Post 2: How to Recruit New Members for Your Association on Social Media. Many organizations have a set date when members need to have renewed by. While you might know this date, your members might not. This will give the member plenty of time to get everything in order. 3) Keep members engaged throughout the year.

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Associations Tips Social Media Structure 286

Candid

APRIL 2, 2024

The more you communicate relevant information, the more likely you will be seen as a thought partner and player in the space. In addition to raising your organization’s visibility online, use your board to boost your presence and forge strong relationships within your community. Keep the lines of communication open.

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Relationship Effective Fundraising Linkedin 111

Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Have a Robust Communications Plan. Some tips for communicating well are: Rally your lead volunteers to develop clear, direct, and mission-centric messaging and assets. Invite each prospective member to join your committee, in whichever capacity suits their strengths and passions.

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Tips Fundraising Management Cancer 342

Bloomerang

APRIL 1, 2024

Board members need to understand their roles better to work together just right—neither too much nor too little. Myth 3: “You just need to have board members sign an expectations document in order for them to follow through with the items on that list.” But we can find a balance through education and training.

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Structure Chapter Relationship Linkedin 71

Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Everyone running a membership organization wants to recruit some shiny new members. But, if you don’t have a membership engagement strategy in place to engage and retain them, you’ll end up losing members just as fast as you can acquire them. Ultimately, the goal of a membership engagement strategy is to improve member retention.

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Strategy Measure Social Media Metrics 98

Nimble AMS

JANUARY 23, 2023

What an exciting time for your staff , members , and key stakeholders. But how do you tell everyone about your major AMS investment? Three strategies to promote your new AMS purchase Are you ready to get staff, members, and key association stakeholders e xcited about your new AMS? Share key member perks.

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Associations Software Newsletter News 122

Candid

DECEMBER 14, 2023

There’s a sentence that every communications professional at a nonprofit has heard (and if you’re like me, dreads): “We need a toolkit for that launch.” Why it doesn’t work In nonprofits, marketing, communications, and fundraising functions often overlap. As communicators, we deeply value our unique identity and tone.

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Demographics Alternative Library Social Media 106

The MatrixFiles

AUGUST 17, 2023

The internet was created for communication between computers, but our presence as individuals on the internet is less formally defined. Today, let’s explore how it could be used for membership: When an association accepts a new member, it could issue a proof of membership credential to that member.

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Associations Technology Plugin WordPress 130

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 4, 2022

It is recommended that you form a Branding Committee of no more than 10 people, made up of a variety of your constituents — board members, senior and junior staff, members at-large, donors, and colleagues. From day one, you should collaborate with a design or marketing firm experienced in branding.

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Tools Effective Evaluation Nonprofit 291

Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Clarity : making the complex simple through communication. One of the key takeaways from the book for me is where Keyes explains that companies must find ways to have everyone embrace open and honest communication. He states that building a culture of success also requires: Engagement – Team members must be in or out.

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Learning Education Literacy Culture 92

Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

You’ll also learn how you can enhance the attendee and member experience. We’re here to help you improve your events and enhance your member experience with three event survey strategies. Think from your members’ perspective as you create your questions and consider, “does what I’m asking make any sense?”

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Survey Associations Action Strategy 140