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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Freelancers Union: How One Modern Labor Group Hit 200,000 Members
One part union, another part association, the decade-old Freelancers Union recently topped 200,000 members, and it did so…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
“Anti-Bloomberg” Law Brings Food Regulation Debate Full Circle
A new Mississippi law prevents cities and counties from limiting portion sizes, requiring calorie counts on menus, or…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Don’t Let Coca-Cola’s Social Media Weakness Dissuade You
Coca-Cola found social media buzz didn’t have a significant impact on its bottom line. So why does it…
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MembershipArticleOver 5 years old
Lunchtime Links: Staying On Your Association Members’ Team
How to maintain your association's member-centric thinking. Also: Organization leads to prioritization and efficiency. How these event planners…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Study: Foreign Travelers Avoiding Trips to the U.S.
Long lines and wait times at U.S. Customs and Border Protection outposts are deterring foreign travelers from visiting…
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Executive LeadershipArticleOver 5 years old
Grateful Leadership: The Power of Appreciation
Gratitude is a part of our everyday lives, but it's scarce at the office---which has serious business consequences.…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Social Media Roundup: Value Rewards, Not Mission Statements
The true value of your association lies in the membership offerings, not just the mission. Also: How to…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Starbucks Stretches its Loyalty Cards: What Can You Learn?
The extremely popular, closely-watched business model will expand beyond the stores starting in May. What could you learn…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Goodbye Traditional News, Hello Niche Media
A new Pew study found that while the traditional news industry continues to shrink, more niche media outlets…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
First-Sale Doctrine: Associations Mixed on Landmark Copyright Decision
Earlier this week, when the Supreme Court decided that first-sale doctrine applies to internationally-made goods, a number of…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Lunchtime Links: Ambush Marketing & March Madness
Big events mean big opportunities for communication. What can your association learn from March Madness marketing strategies? Also:…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
American Academy of Pediatrics Declares Support for Gay Marriage
The group cited the well-being of children as a key factor behind its decision to support the social…
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GovernanceArticleOver 5 years old
Should Members Help With Meeting-Related Decisions?
One group is letting people vote online to decide the location of its November 2013 meeting. While this…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Revamp Your Nonprofit’s Facebook Activity
The hugely popular social network’s strategic partnerships manager has some tips for your nonprofit’s social staff. Also: Applicable…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
One Trade Group’s Push for Uniform GMO Labeling
With the issue starting to take hold in the public eye, the Natural Products Association says that action…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Report: What Drives Digital Support to Social Causes?
Charities receive more support online, a study shows. It’s easy, others are doing it, and the stories really…
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LearningArticleOver 5 years old
Google Keep: Take Better Notes & Inspire Better Ideas
Google launches Google Keep, an Evernote competitor, to store ideas. Also: great techniques you should try to improve…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
National Defense Industrial Association Beset by Federal Budget Woes
Between sequestration and scrutiny over government spending on meetings, the National Defense Industrial Association is facing tough choices…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Digital Marketing Strategies: Don’t Wave Goodbye to Your Website Yet
A new Gartner study indicates marketers believe websites are still top of the pack when it comes to…
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LearningArticleOver 5 years old
Learn Coding: How To Speak Your Programmer’s Language
Why programmers aren't the only ones who should learn coding. Also: Social media is a team effort. What…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Best Room Service Perks for the Money? Take it to Denver
According to a recent study from TripAdvisor, hotels in the Mile-High City offer the best room service value…
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CVS’ Employee Health Assessments Controversy
When the pharmacy company CVS announced a new employee healthcare policy, one association raised privacy concerns. But when…
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MembershipArticleOver 5 years old
Nurses Groups Collaborate to Recognize Certified Nurses
The credentialing arm of the American Nurses Association leads the charge to recognize certified nurses in a day…
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Business DevelopmentArticleOver 5 years old
Brewers Association: The Craft Beer Industry’s Big Year
According to a new report from the Brewers Association, craft brewers grew at a much quicker rate than…
