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MemberClicks
How can you capitalize on the fact that satisfied members are willing to refer you to their colleagues? It’s important to recognize that those happy members can be an effective extension of your marketing efforts. Even more important: You have to give something in order to get that referral! Here are a few things you can give members in exchange for the kind words.
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Velvet Chainsaw
Many conference professionals falsely assume that simple changes based on fads and trends will lead to immediate and quick results. We have been seduced by short-term results from swift, easy-to-implement gimmicks and fads. Sometimes those short term wins actually result in long term decline.
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The CEO's guide to retirement
Harvard Business Review
While only a few take on another CEO job, almost all former CEOs are contributing to the U.S. economy and to societal wellbeing. More than a quarter of past Fortune 500 CEOs become active in private equity. Over half assume leadership positions at nonprofit organizations and almost all are philanthropic. Two thirds serve on public boards. Many teach and some even write books.
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By Robert C. Harris
Every association has a board of directors responsible for governance. Their efforts advance the mission, serve the members and manage the finances. Every association has a board of directors responsible for governance. Their efforts advance the mission, serve the members and manage the finances. At board meetings, the agenda is the GPS. For this article, let’s rename the GPS from global positioning system to "goals, priorities and strategies."
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Searching for the perfect destination for your next event? Just 29 miles from Austin, Georgetown has a welcome mat to fit any group. Our team knows every meeting is different, each audience distinct and end goals need to be met without a hitch. Rest assured that your event will be nothing short of perfectly planned, with plenty of time for play.
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Association Success
There are certain types of high value work that your board should be focusing on, like strategy, long-term planning, and big organizational shifts, instead of day-to-day operational work. Here are three key concepts to help refocus a board gone adrift.
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Trade Show News Network
Waste is one of those issues that affects all aspects of the triple bottom line: people, planet and prosperity. Fortunately, there are some easy steps to follow that can have a big impact on our performance in this area. Here are five simple ways to help reduce and manage waste at your next event.
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Glean.info
Associations can win sizeable PR and marketing victories with social media. The key is to arm employees, members and other advocates with the right tools and develop a solid social media marketing plan.
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GrowthZone
In the past, its younger user base and short-lived content may have left you unsure about adding this channel to your association’s social media strategy. But, it’s important to evaluate if (and how) it can help your organization reach its goals.
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You have a trade show to manage. It needs to be flawless and on budget. At Grit Expo we understand the demands of associations to do more with less but have happy attendees AND exhibitors. Grit is a Texas-based General Services Contractor and single-source provider of equipment, labor, and logistics. Let us bid on your next event!
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Abila
If your member-based organization is like most, your members look to you for learning opportunities. They turn to you for everything from continuing education to certification, and you likely spend a great deal of time and effort creating in-person learning events with great content, quality speakers, and valuable social and networking opportunities. But, why stop there?
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Smooth the Path
Every association should be convening the innovators in their industry or profession. Tap into your innovators and watch your association move from community resource to community leader.
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