August is officially here, which means we association folk can officially break into our collective happy dance over the fact the 2016 ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition is just days away! From the game-changing sessions, to the industry-renowned presenters, and the endless opportunities to network, this conference is baked with goodies that have our inner-association …
There’s no doubt today’s association staffers have their work cut out for them. From a booming technology evolution, to a workforce made up of more generations than ever before, to constant chatter about Millennials, how the heck are you supposed to keep up?
Associations are tasked with a challenging, but exciting, opportunity to embrace the …
I constantly hear association staffers questioning the viability of online learning, and whether or not it’s a true value to members. Do members, of all generations, really want to learn online? Does online learning truly engage them? Is continuing education, in all its forms, simply seen as a burden to members? These are the age-old …
Ready or not, your association has taken those seemingly scary first steps in the sometimes overwhelming journey of building an online learning program. You’ve done the research to understand what your members are looking for, you’ve assessed and honed in on the right technology to meet your goals, and you’ve designed your content and speaker …
For many associations, the mere thought of creating an online learning environment for members has them running for the hills. So, why all the drama? What’s so scary about creating a simple online learning course? Well, like anything else, it requires additional time, resources and an attention to both current and future technological trends.
But, when …
As with many businesses, the online learning market is saturated with competition, filled with organizations that see an opportunity to capture their own piece of the online learning pie. Because mandatory requirements inspire greater demand, many discount providers simply can’t resist the appeal of suiting up and getting in the game.
Well, I’m here to tell …
Don’t blink! Because, trends within the association market are changing so swiftly, you just might miss them!
Technology is improving the way associations function, while new generations joining the workforce are not only impacting how associations need to deliver online content, but also the speed at which you deliver it.
Association staffers are being forced to venture …
It’s time to give the people what they want: on-demand programming. Where can you find inspiration? Look no further than your favorite show-streaming websites. Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon services are reaching and growing their customer bases with ease … and you can, too!
Here are three ways to deliver a better on-demand experience to your members:
Instant access. Providing online …
Yes, AUDC 2016 is just a few weeks away, and if you’re anything like us, you’re counting down the days until you can take that first step into the JW Marriott Austin to start meeting and greeting with 1,000-plus peers, while also sharpening your product and industry knowledge.
To add to the excitement, let’s take a …