Association Analytics

MAY 11, 2021

The three most common myths that hold associations back from getting started on their analytics journey are data cleanliness, data governance and data strategy. You might be tempted to think that once your data is in tip-top shape, then you can go beyond reporting and start using data for deriving business insights.

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The Nerdy NonProfit

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

By Guest Contributor, Amy Morrisey , Artisan E-Learning. Many nonprofits are interested in using e-learning to train staff members and volunteers. Why wouldn’t you just jump into e-learning as quickly as possible? And, you’ll likely need a learning management system to handle course delivery.

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.orgSource

MARCH 20, 2023

Unfortunately, despite the hefty price tag, the mechanics are meaningless without the philosophy, strategy, and culture that maximizes those tools. Digital transformation involves adopting a vision that continues to expand along with business and market possibilities. It’s a journey that begins with leadership and strategy.

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Association Analytics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Data-driven decision-making isn’t just a trendy phrase; it’s here to stay and essential for any organization’s success these days. Especially in associations, analytics can provide invaluable insights, guiding strategies and shaping outcomes. The apprehension to adopt a new system or modify a current one is real.

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EveryAction

AUGUST 30, 2023

One way to meet new major donors is to steward existing donors into upgrading their gifts to your nonprofit organization. We all know it’s generally more efficient to retain an existing donor than to acquire a net new one, but how can busy fundraisers upgrade mid-level donors effectively and efficiently? These four are key: 1.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Most of the answers to today’s business questions involve technology. Pull the board out of the weeds and train their focus on strategy, where it belongs. Replace Squinting With Scanning The CEO’s job is to run the organization. Our board’s primary role is fiduciary, and they also guide our strategy.

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.orgSource

JUNE 25, 2023

Remember Management by Walking Around? A spontaneous cruise of the office was an effective strategy for evaluating a variety of business indicators. Make time to audit the impact working from home is having on your organization. He was also one of the first association leaders to manage a fully remote workplace.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 14, 2024

We were working on a system selection and installation with a recently promoted IT manager. In her previous role, Sue had limited interaction with other teams in the organization. EI is the ability to understand and manage your own behavior and motivations as well as those of the people around you.

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.orgSource

AUGUST 21, 2023

Several years ago, my business partner Kevin Ordonez and I, wrote two books. Our research included interviewing thought leaders, organizing think tanks, and surveying professionals. When we began that project in 2017, we knew business was changing quickly. Association 4.0 Association 4.0

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Nonprofits Source

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

When it comes to content management systems (CMS), WordPress is a stellar choice for a variety of organizations, including businesses and nonprofits. However, unlike business employees, nonprofit professionals may not have the time to devote to a website strategy or the capacity to spend time mastering a complex CMS.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 24, 2024

Your passion and drive demonstrate why donors should give to your cause, but finding new donors and keeping existing ones takes something more: a solid fundraising strategy. A thorough, thoughtful strategy takes the guess work out of the daily operations of your nonprofit. It’s the story you tell potential and current donors.

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AccelEvents

JULY 23, 2021

Event marketing should not be confused with event management , which is the designing, implementing, and promoting of an event. Instead, it is an inspired marketing strategy where brands use events to speak directly with an audience. . Implemented as part of a broader marketing strategy, events can: Grow brand awareness.

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Whole Whale

MAY 2, 2024

Social media posts and account maintenance We’ve noted that organizations should guard their voice online. For fun, have them also prepare a 30 minute presentation for the organization. Again, have interns learn about how to write in the right style for search before getting started.

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EveryAction

MARCH 8, 2023

Implementing more modern tools—especially major software, such as customer relationship management (CRM) or fundraising software—can provide your organization with new efficiencies and new capabilities to improve fundraising , marketing, volunteer management, and ultimately do even more to power your purpose. Locate your data.

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.orgSource

JULY 29, 2023

The recommendations for successfully managing these challenges—whether they result from poor judgment, bad luck, or any disheartening combination of unfavorable circumstances—are straightforward. It’s “All I Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten” kind of advice. I read so many business books and publications. Talk to your team.

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 6, 2023

Rochelle invested time in learning Nimble AMS and working with h er team, so they had the tools and knowledge needed to properly innovate. Laurin is a leader in event promotion and member engagement strategy at her organization. Anderson is all about empowering staff and members with user-friendly processes.

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Bloomerang

MAY 31, 2022

Your nonprofit’s fundraising strategy encompasses more than just earning donations from supporters. It involves your efforts to recruit new supporters, engage with existing ones, and grow your organization’s influence, all with the goal of funding your mission more efficiently. 6 elements your fundraising strategy should include.

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Is your organization considering new association management software? Follow the strategies outlined in our blog to empower your organization for a successful AMS implementation. How to prepare for a successful AMS implementation Are you ready to begin planning your association management software (AMS) implementation?

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 13, 2021

You may need to get rid of sticky notes and embrace digital tools, better time management, and more efficient processes. We all have our own way of doing things, but sometimes our work outgrows our organization methods. Forms are a great way for volunteers to express interest in being part of your organization and to RSVP to an event.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 28, 2021

This nonprofit culture strategy post is part 3 in a 3-part series. Let’s move now to the third and final pillar: nonprofit culture strategy. . Pillar #3—No More Othering: Your Nonprofit Culture Strategy in 2021 and Beyond. How do you work on a strategy of building a culture that not only promotes goodness but also does no harm?

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ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

posted by Jen Nation Fall 2020 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. With the recent pandemic, civil unrest and racism conversations front and center, nonprofit organizations are working overtime to serve communities deeply affected by these issues. What can organizations do to amplify their diversity?

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Nimble AMS

JULY 9, 2023

To meet the unique needs of associations and member-based organizations, the innovative partnership of Nimble AMS and Fíonta will offer an extensive suite of services. This collaboration enables us to provide a comprehensive and tailored approach to association management, delivering unparalleled value to our clients.” Learn more

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Nimble AMS

JANUARY 5, 2024

And encouraging your staff to adopt new association management software can prove to be even more challenging. Read our blog for change management tips and get your staff ready to embrace new software. 6 change management strategies to empower your association staff Change fatigue can be a real pain point at any organization.

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.orgSource

MARCH 14, 2023

While some businesses are writing their final pandemic chapter, the healthcare and restaurant industries continue to feel the aftershocks of seismic disruption. Our members were privileged to hear their reflections on a unique time in their organizations’ history and how the pandemic’s impact reshaped their future.

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ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 27, 2022

posted by Azra Hussain Fall 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. Without stability, the organization will not be around long enough to continually realize its mission. “For Nonprofits are businesses, and they need funding to cover operating costs for office space, salaries, stationery and more.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 26, 2021

You must allocate human resources to strategically plan and implement development strategies. to raise $1), business and/or foundation grants ($0.20 Instead, strive for transformational strategies that have long-term ripple effects. . Easy-to-Implement 2021-2022 Fundraising Strategies. I tell nonprofits this all the time.

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.orgSource

MAY 1, 2023

It sounds instantaneous—as if you could type a few commands and new software would magically turn your organization into a super-powered generator of member engagement and delight. Becoming a digital organization means infusing technology into your association’s ecosystem. If only it were that simple. It’s a choice.”

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 20, 2023

From creating a financial cushion to clearly managing your financial reporting, your finance team can create a strong foundation to help you weather whatever the new year has in store. Like an emergency fund for your organization, an operating reserve allows you time to make data-driven decisions instead of having to react immediately.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 12, 2021

Over the past decade, organizations like Sierra Club , Greenpeace , and 350.org By deepening their commitments to sustainability, organizations across sectors have the opportunity to enact more sustainable business practices and set an example for peer organizations. From nonprofits like 350.org

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Nimble AMS

JUNE 28, 2023

Technology is the core of your organization. But how can you ensure your organization chooses the right association management software (AMS) to enhance your staff and member experience? To ensure you are aligned with your IT leaders on strategy for purchasing new technology , it’s vital t o work directly with your IT leaders.

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VQ Strategies

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

While I have presented countless workshops and webinars and written toolkits on the topic, I know that I have much to learn, and the best learning comes from clients and peers in the field. There, I joined a room full of practitioners – with some faces familiar and others new – to share and brainstorm recognition strategies.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Financial management is possibly the most important aspect of your nonprofit’s operation. The services and programs your organization delivers are vital, but improper or ineffective fund management is a disservice to your donors and the people and cause you serve.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 12, 2024

If you are ready to embrace change as a central element of your growth strategy, this book is for you.” Homkes’ book is a timely, comprehensive, and essential read for business leaders looking to take the next step toward ensuring high growth for their companies. Reset : Resetting your strategy when the situation changes.

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fusionSpan

DECEMBER 18, 2023

As one of the most powerful CRMs out there, it’s inevitable that Salesforce will connect to many of the essential systems that already keep your organization running. Our team is also familiar with other middleware systems such as MuleSoft, and can expand on them if they’re already part of your working tech stack.

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Bonterra

APRIL 13, 2024

Grants management software Unify giving and grantmaking Build strategic nonprofit partnerships that drive more social impact with less work for your teams. Build charitable partnerships for better funding outcomes Nonprofit network Discover nonprofits that align with your business objectives and build lasting partnerships.

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EveryAction

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Many nonprofits have finalized their plans, but some are still adapting and adding tactics, like tweaking donation page settings, updating social media images, or double-checking that their organizations are in alignment with email best practices before the big day. You should immediately try to learn why. Segment your audience.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Whether you are thinking about applying for your first grant or your organization manages several grants each year, it’s important to have clear processes to meet those mandates and avoid straying outside your mission. Learn the requirements. Learn the language and history. Adopt a robust fund accounting system.

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