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Alexis Williams
Alexis Williams & Alexis Davis are contributors to Associations Now.
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Friday Buzz: Persuade Like a Hostage Negotiator
A former FBI official explains how the right line of questioning can help you win an argument. Also:…
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Career DevelopmentArticleOver 5 years old
Social Media Roundup: Bet on the Baby Boomers
Never second-guess the resourcefulness of your baby boomer members. Plus: Tips to help leaders focus on getting their…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Friday Buzz: When Conference Guests Are On Their Worst Behavior
An executive lists some of conference attendees' counterproductive habits. Also: why promoting news from members can help your…
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LearningArticleOver 5 years old
Social Media Roundup: Stirring Your Creativity
How do you induce creativity when your back is against the wall? Plus: Expand your educational offerings by borrowing…
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Organizational StrategyArticleOver 5 years old
Wednesday Buzz: Understand What Innovation Really Means
A management consultant shares why associations should learn about innovation before promoting themselves as experts. Also: an analysis…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Friday Buzz: Reignite Innovation During Business Meetings
If your office meetings have turned into a snoozefest, here’s how to bring the creativity back. Also: A…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Social Media Roundup: The NYPD’s Social Media Crossfire
A big-city police department's kerfuffle reminds us that, depending on the topic and the audience, social media campaigns…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Wednesday Buzz: The Secret Formula for Great Events
A PR specialist breaks down the essential elements of a perfect event. Also: modern ways to generate new…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Online Communication: Find Better Ways To Respond To Members
It's not them, it's you. Curb online communication flubs before you lose another member. Also: An executive explains…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Don’t Put ‘Em to Sleep: Recapture Your Audience’s Attention
If your guests are using your meetings to catch up on sleep, find out what content will awaken…
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MembershipArticleOver 5 years old
Captain America: Think Like a Superhero
When the office is in chaos, leaders can save the day the Captain America way. Also: Get your…
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MembershipArticleOver 5 years old
Friday Buzz: Deliver Us From Lackadaisical Leaders
Management teams must reassess their staff when a poorly performing executive brings them down. Also: Look to data…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Marketing Campaign: Don’t Mess Up the Follow-Through
An event expert shares what steps to avoid when rounding up guests for your event via e-mail. Also:…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Event Technology: Give Your Guests the Gift of Tech
Is your event technology meeting your guests’ expectations? Make sure a few outlets are nearby. Also: how to…
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Organizational StrategyArticleOver 5 years old
Friday Buzz: Better Engagement Behind the Scenes
Insight from nonprofit professionals on how to your board and your staff engaged. Also: pointers on how to…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Social Media Roundup: Speaker Preparation Is Key
Preparing your presenters for your event is simple, yet many forget to do it. Here’s some advice to…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Boost Your Complaining Skills, Office Whiners
Promote change in your office by complaining effectively. Also: Help your volunteers help you by always giving them…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Friday Buzz: Keep Your Nonprofit Communications Relevant
If your newsletter isn't on target with your readers, these tips might help. Also: Boost your nonprofit’s profile…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Social Media Roundup: A Multigenerational View
How conference centers are trying to keep people of all ages pleased. Plus: what associations can take away…
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Career DevelopmentArticleOver 5 years old
Wednesday Buzz: Two Sides of The Employee-Boss Relationship
Employees can fail to meet the demands of their jobs due to dishonesty, but bosses can be a…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Content Marketing: Don’t Just Focus on Yourself
Entice members to register for your events without sounding so self-serving. Also: Tips on how to inspire creativity…
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MembershipArticleOver 5 years old
Social Media Roundup: Better Strategy Means Smarter Questions
Blazing a new trail toward membership success starts with asking better questions. Also: Your nonprofit isn’t winning (on social…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Wednesday Buzz: Making the Most of Mobile
Why mobility is a bigger issue than many event planners realize. Also: Tips on teaching your board the…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Online Engagement: Take Small Talk Up a Notch
Online engagement keeps your members involved and gives them extra value. Also: Publicity professionals share pointers on how…
