sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

There are numerous studies showing that we experience many physical and mental health benefits associated with volunteering. A connection with the CSR strategy and the associated engagement programs is just one element. In those moments we are often filled with a sense of hope, passion, empathy, and purpose.

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Roles Strategy Volunteer Synchronous 89

Nimble AMS

JULY 19, 2022

Is your association staff satisfied in their current roles? According to a Community Brands Association Trends Study , 78% of professionals reported higher than average workloads. You’ll learn if they are satisfied in their current role and what steps your organization can take to improve the situation.

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Survey Associations Tips Interview 120

.orgSource

MAY 29, 2023

Revelio Labs’ 2023 report on the state of DEI and the impact of last year’s layoffs, found that DEI-focused roles “experienced a nearly 40% churn rate at companies engaged in layoffs, as compared to about 24% for non-DEI roles.” The following numbers reveal that progress in the association community is not as rapid as we would hope.

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Associations Reflection Leadership Training 221

sgEngage

AUGUST 28, 2023

This year, we are co-locating Blackbaud’s K–12 User Conference so education professionals can learn from thousands of other change-makers at the premier technology conference focused on social impact. Take advantage of this opportunity to gain insights and foster a constructive dialogue on the role of AI in your school.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

There was a time when associations didn’t think of their members as customers. It’s no longer possible to depend on professional allegiance as a buffer for less-than-stellar service. The board plays the central role of visionary. You can set the stage for success by: Defining roles and responsibilities.

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Collaboration Marketing Integration Trend 221

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Her standout role in this summer’s Barbie movie—including a very memorable monologue—is only the most recent accomplishment in her career as an actress, producer, and author. Take advantage of this opportunity to gain insights and foster a constructive dialogue on the role of AI in your school. Register here today!

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Professional Award Blackbaud Student 73

.orgSource

OCTOBER 24, 2023

And, without self-awareness, it’s impossible to be a role model for others. We’ve found that internal self-awareness is associated with higher job and relationship satisfaction, personal and social control, and happiness; it is negatively related to anxiety, stress, and depression. Association executives are really lucky.

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Awareness Singapore Journal Roles 221

.orgSource

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

An ear-to-ear grin lights your face and you answer, “What is an association?”—That Mission, vision, and values are a fundamental trio in the association playbook. We are hosting a guided exploration of what trust means for our future relationships with staff, boards, constituents, and the association industry.

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Voice Associations Culture Environment 221

.orgSource

JUNE 5, 2023

Summers, CAE, a guest on the Association 4.0 An expert on branding startups, executive leadership, governance, and more, Allison has deep roots in the association community. In addition to her 9-year-plus tenure at Zonta, Allison is a former president of the American Marketing Association. Zonta supports members in 63 countries.

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International Conversation Issue Leadership 221

.orgSource

OCTOBER 9, 2023

I’ve told these stories before, but I’m referring to them again because they highlight advice that can help associations find stability when chaos threatens. Nancy MacRae, CEO at the Emergency Nurses Association and Kristine Hillmer, President and CEO of the Wisconsin Restaurant Association , steered their members through the challenge.

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Milwaukee Wisconsin Collaboration Associations 221

Nimble AMS

JANUARY 13, 2023

But now between alarming data silos, slow staff processes, and concerning member pain points, it seems like your association management software (AMS) is no longer doing its job. If you believe it’s time for your association to update its software solution, here’s how to get started: . S igns it’s time for a new AMS. Data silos.

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Associations Software Retention Tech 89

.orgSource

MAY 15, 2023

There was a time when associations didn’t think of their members as customers. It’s no longer possible to depend on professional allegiance as a buffer for less-than-stellar service. The board plays the central role of visionary. You can set the stage for success by: Defining roles and responsibilities.

Collaboration 221

Collaboration Marketing Team Integration 221

.orgSource

APRIL 25, 2023

Whether the new hire is a junior employee or head of a key department, they will represent the brand experience you want for members and shape the culture you seek for your staff. 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.

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Application Statistics Culture Job 221

The NonProfit Times

MAY 14, 2024

How would you describe the culture of your organization and how will you know if the final candidate is a good fit. Conduct an extensive targeted outreach to organizations and professional trade associations to identify potential candidates with the competencies, skills and personal attributes required.

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.orgSource

MARCH 28, 2023

Now that “disruption” is a business catchphrase, is “resilience” an equally common term in your professional vocabulary? We were living in the midst of cultural, technological, and economic instability long before the pandemic. Read more of Kevin’s story in our Book “ Association 4.0: CEOs must be role models for their teams.

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Milwaukee Wisconsin Associations Lesson 221

Nimble AMS

MAY 17, 2022

million, increasing in business and professional settings. . So, how can an association recruit and retain staff in this job seeker’s market? . When you adopt innovative technology at your association, you have the power to increase worker engagement, productivity, and collaboration. Job quit numbers also rose in March to 4.5

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Technology Literacy Associations Retention 140

.orgSource

JUNE 25, 2023

Your audit might explore any, or all of, these seven areas: Technology systems Policies and procedures Security Productivity Communication Culture Professional development How you present this initiative to your employees is critical. At that time, Stuart was CEO of the National Barbecue & Grilling Association.

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Team Evaluation Attitude Interview 221

Nimble AMS

MAY 27, 2022

Did you know that only 11% of association professionals feel very technologically prepared for the future? Research from the Community Brands Association Trends Study , also discovered less than 5% of professionals use AI, predictive analytics, or machine learning in their organization. . Here’s how to get started: 1.

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Change Management Goal Change Management 116

Nimble AMS

APRIL 18, 2022

Many associations find it challenging to talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and take a stance at their organization. One simple method to ensure you avoid common DEI mistakes at your association is to create a volunteer group for DEI initiatives. The benefits of DEI initiatives at your association.

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Group Volunteer Create Tips 129

Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

My favorite thing about Nimble AMS is that it’s a powerful solution with a menagerie of features built on one of the most flexible and robust platforms that can help Organizations and Associations to grow and help serve their constituents. I later moved to Community Brands in a similar yet much more exciting role.

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Celebrate Fun Product Associations 134

NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 15, 2020

One such way is through professional development programs. . We’ve written this guide on professional development programs to help nonprofit executives like you empower employees to develop skills and hone their craft. Explore these four best practices when creating great professional development programs: .

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Professional Develop Practice Nonprofit 61

ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 18, 2022

While evaluation is a helpful step, building a culture of innovation is equally impactful. Effective leaders will consider the benefits of partnerships and internal initiatives that foster a positive organizational culture in service to its mission. He is the Marketing & Development Coordinator at Arizona's Children Association.

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Measure Culture Arizona Evaluation 52

Pamela Grow

MARCH 14, 2024

One of the best ways to attract talent is by creating a culture that encourages retention from the get-go. Define roles and responsibilities clearly Defining roles and responsibilities ensures that potential candidates have a precise understanding of your organization’s expectations and protects against any surprises.

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Strategy Interview Skills Retention 52

Pamela Grow

MARCH 14, 2024

One of the best ways to attract talent is by creating a culture that encourages retention from the get-go. Define roles and responsibilities clearly Defining roles and responsibilities ensures that potential candidates have a precise understanding of your organization’s expectations and protects against any surprises.

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Strategy Interview Skills Retention 52

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

They also help to clarify where a role fits into the collective organization. However, it can be challenging to write an adequate job description without experience in the role for which you are creating the description (“JD”), and you might not know where to start. What is the Purpose of the Role? Why is the role necessary?

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Job Roles Skills Nonprofit 59

Qgiv

MARCH 5, 2024

The diverse amounts of nonprofits play a vital role in addressing societal needs and helping their communities. The diversity provided by having different types of nonprofit organizations ensures a more inclusive approach to addressing social, cultural, environmental, and educational issues.

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Guide Nonprofit Associations Files 52

Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Is your association innovative? To drive innovation within your association, leaders will need to become problem solvers , prioritizing new opportunities and adopting flexible practices across the organization. Everyone in your organization can contribute to innovation and move your association into the future.

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Literacy Associations Training Train 115

Bloomerang

APRIL 15, 2021

Researchers who have studied diversity for decades argue that positive outcomes associated with DEI have less to do with financial performance than with values, culture, and the kind of experiences that employees have within the organization. Unless you are committed to making a cultural change, the question of DEI is moot.

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Develop Pennsylvania Mentoring Newsletter 122

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 30, 2023

Stepping up to play a bigger leadership role is not an event; it's a process that takes time before it pays off. Here are three ways to do things at your office tomorrow : Sign up for one new project, task-force, professional association or extracurricular professional activity that takes you a bit outside your usual area of expertise.

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fusionSpan

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Stephanie is dedicated to enhancing the operational efficiency of associations and nonprofits, ensuring a seamless experience for their members. A deep-rooted passion for venturing into uncharted territories, delving into diverse cultures, and embracing novel experiences has been with me since my adolescence. We Are Hiring!

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United Kingdom Movie Nigeria Collaboration 52

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Professional development officers are relationship builders. Clarify roles and responsibilities. Development officers should be very clear and unapologetic about that role, especially when establishing relationships with donors. Tailor goals and expectations based on each officer’s role, tenure, experience, and portfolio.

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Develop Management Gift Proposal 77

Volunteer Hub

MAY 5, 2023

Volunteering is an essential component of many nonprofit organizations, and it plays a crucial role in achieving their missions. Volunteers need to understand what is expected of them, what their role will entail, how to perform duties effectively, and what impact their contributions will have in the community. Transparency.

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Volunteer Experiment Tips Training 95

Top Nonprofits

JANUARY 5, 2022

Perhaps the most important thing fundraisers can do to build resiliency into their fundraising programs is to foster an organization-wide culture of philanthropy where everyone understands and values their role in the fundraising process. This is even more essential during challenging times.

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Gift Pledge Disaster Strategy 103

.orgSource

MAY 1, 2023

Becoming a digital organization means infusing technology into your association’s ecosystem. It involves reinventing work processes, improving channels of communication, and asking your staff to imagine their roles and responsibilities differently. It’s a professional way of saying bust the silos. It’s a choice.”

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Collaboration Digital Build Organization 44

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Take the time to preview the session catalogue and, after you register, you can build a personalized agenda that fits your organization type or role. Use this template with a list of professional development opportunities, cost breakdowns, and benefits for your organization. We’ve got you covered!

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Denver Guide Colorado Blackbaud 69

Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

While nonprofit professionals are a dedicated group of individuals passionate about making a difference in the world, it’s understandable that all these pressures lead to the nonprofit sector having the fifth highest turnover rate of any industry. Read more on this topic: Creating the Right Culture at your Nonprofit. Reynolds, Ph.D,

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 23, 2022

For the companies that offer these programs, it helps create the kind of company culture that attracts and retains talent. Volunteers Align Personal and Professional Development. What better way to connect to that sense of purpose than by using the professional skills they use daily in service of a cause they truly care about?

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