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For Association Professionals
For mid-level association staff and aspiring leaders working in every functional area of an association, in the U.S. and internationally.
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Conference Circuit: Chatting About the Communication Conference
Experts gather in Seattle to discuss the brave new world of 21st century communication. Plus: A conference that…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Wanna Become a Google Glass Explorer? Buy Your Way In
Google Glass wannabes, pull out your credit cards, because everyone's favorite wearable is now for sale. Also: why…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
A Bourbon Affair: Association Celebrates America’s ‘Native Spirit’
The Kentucky Distillers’ Association is hosting a five-day Kentucky Bourbon Affair this week in honor of the 50th…
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OperationsArticleOver 5 years old
Disaster Planning: Don’t Let Severe Weather Wash Your Association Away
Recent severe weather events remind us why it’s best to be prepared for the worst. One risk management…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Wednesday Buzz: The Headaches of Moving an Event in Protest
Moving an event is a great way to drum up political awareness—though, obviously, it also means you’re stuck…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Canada Anti-Spam Law Could Make Online Marketing More Onerous
A new anti-spam law about to take effect in Canada is described as one of the world’s toughest,…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Social Media Roundup: Was Your Event App a Success?
Learn from the past and properly evaluate the performance of your event apps. Plus: a cautionary infographic tale.
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What’s Bugging the Birds? The Rise of the Smartphone, Birding Fans Say
With the old-school hobby of birding starting to feel the effects of technology creep, a leading association in…
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MembershipArticleOver 5 years old
Tuesday Buzz: Your Newest Private Community Competitors
The online private community of the future is growing fast—thanks in part to lots of funding. Also: This…
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Career DevelopmentArticleOver 5 years old
Oklahoma Heritage Association’s Youth Board Develops Future Leaders
Each year, the Oklahoma Heritage Association invites a handful a high schoolers to serve as volunteer leaders in…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
What Net Neutrality Teaches About Advocacy in the 21st Century
Tech enthusiasts and startups have jumped in with both feet on the net neutrality debate, currently heating up…
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OperationsArticleOver 5 years old
Social Media Roundup: Your Organizational Process Matters
How inconsistencies can lead to major headaches when dealing with member data. Also: How one association handles advocacy…
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For More Productivity, Think Social Responsibility
New research shows that companies looking to improve the performance and engagement of their frontline employees are finding success…
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FundraisingArticleOver 5 years old
Monday Buzz: Give Local America Breaks Crowdfunding Record
A national 24-hour fundraising campaign officially breaks a record. Plus: Stay up-to-date on your members' contact info.
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Online Video Keeps Growing, Says Marketing Report
A new report from the Web Video Marketing Council takes a look at some of the latest trends…
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LearningArticleOver 5 years old
Google Classroom Beefs Up Company’s Education Offerings
The search giant's latest addition to its Apps for Education suite, coming this year, promises to lead the…
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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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LearningArticleOver 5 years old
Smithsonian Dives Into Online Learning. What Now for Associations?
The Smithsonian Institution announced earlier this week that it will venture further into online education. What can associations…
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Career DevelopmentArticleOver 5 years old
Study: Employers Have Become More Flexible—Sort Of
Companies are giving employees more control over when and where they work, but they’ve become less accommodating in…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Thursday Buzz: How to Keep the Visionary In Check
They may be brilliant, but they can be quite frustrating, too. Some thoughts for communication managers for ensuring…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Beverly Hills Hotel Becomes Flash Point for Human Rights Protest
While the country of Brunei faces strong criticism for implementing a harsh Islamic legal code, one of the…
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LearningArticleOver 5 years old
Need a New Idea? Here Are Three Ways to Boost Creativity
Stuck in a rut? Trying to come up with a new innovative solution? Try these three evidence-based methods…
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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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NAACP Misstep Shows Need for Care in Award Selection
The Los Angeles chapter of the NAACP found itself in a sticky situation when it had to revoke…
