Productivity

“The difficult people who we encounter can be our greatest teachers.” ~ Eileen Anglin Managing your emotional intelligence is the key to diffusing uncomfortable situations with association co-workers, members, and board members. Use the tips featured in the third of our 4-part blog series, How to Deal with Challenging Members, to help you stay in control while reducing stress in the process. REMAIN CONFIDENTIAL Avoid confrontations in front of others and resist the urge to complain to others about your […]

This is part two of our two-part blog series on association employee termination best practices. This checklist from goptg.com will help associations ensure they are protecting their data during what is typically a stressful situation – employee termination. Disable and change all passwords for Windows Domain accounts. Disable email access. Remove access from any 3rd Party applications (whether they’re on-premises or in the cloud). Change password or remove access from websites with company information. Change password or remove access from […]

Imagine your association work-life without these (shudder)… Control-Z – for real. Email – what did we without it? Payday – enough said. Chairs with wheels – right? Heat and A/C – even if it’s never the right temperature. Small wins – being able to check something simple off a to-do list. Cool coworkers – how awful would it be without them? Fresh coffee – or any coffee, really. Your superpowers – you’re what makes your association what it is. Read […]

What exactly is a mission statement? A well-developed mission statement is a practical tool used by associations to help guide decisions about priorities, actions, and responsibilities. A mission statement is what ensures an organization stays on its intended course. Association Mission Statements: How to Make Sure Yours is on Target Mission statements are often overlooked or ignored. But if an association is operating without one or paying no attention to what’s already in place, they’re making a critical error. Is […]

Our annual survey of association professionals reports repeatedly that a common concern is the increased pressure to recruit young members. The bulk of the workforce is made up of Millennials, Generation X, and Baby Boomers, and Gen Z is not far behind. How do you take advantage of this demographic shift to attract young professionals to your association? Our 8-point guide, The Power of Young Professionals, tackles the challenge of engaging, recruiting, and retaining 20-somethings. If you’re of the TL;DR (“Too Long; […]

To avoid losing focus and diminishing association /association-management-software/productivity-modules/productivity, build more rest and renewal into your daily routine. Here are seven easy-to-implement tips for improving productivity and focus: 1. Turn off your email Ignore your email for one hour and see how much more productive you become. 2. Shift from high gear to low gear – and back to high Try the Pomodoro technique. Here’s how it works: grab a timer and set it for 25 minutes. Ready? Now go work. […]

In the fast-paced world of association management, staying on target with an organization’s mission and goals can be a challenge. Learn about 3 ways to help your association thrive in The Association Success Kit. Association pros are tasked with running their organization’s day-to-day operations, finding ways to demonstrate value to members, and the list goes on… Our Association Success Kit provides proven strategies for associations bundled together in a single document. Its easy-to-read format is ideal for a short break […]

Planning for man-made and natural disasters is critical for association members It helps protect your organization and your livelihood. It also supports your employees, your members, the community, and the economy. Start by identifying who should participate in coordinating the plan. Then carefully assess how your organization functions to determine which staff, materials, procedures, and equipment are absolutely necessary to keep operating. Read more about association management and operations; download the Association Operations Toolkit today. Here’s a basic overview to […]

In the world of association management, extra time is scarce. Learn how to make the most of your day by following these simple tips. 1. Keyboard Shortcuts Learn keyboard shortcuts for the computer programs you use regularly. The time you save will really add up. 2. Internet Time Limit how many times a day you check social media, news, etc. Otherwise, leave them alone (seriously). 3. The Black Hole of Email Schedule specific times of day to check email. This […]

So, you’re in charge of planning and running association meetings. Congratulations! That’s like being the captain of a boat, but instead of navigating the high seas, you’re navigating a sea of opinions and agendas. We don’t envy you, but maybe these tips can ensure a fruitful and pleasant experience for all who attend: 1.     Set a clear purpose and agenda. Before planning any meeting, it is important to define the purpose and agenda of the meeting. What topics will be […]

How much time (and money!) does your association staff still spend on tedious billing, payment processing, and manual accounting tasks? Electronic billing enables staff to streamline their day-to-day tasks, increasing efficiency. ADVANTAGES OF ELECTRONIC BILLING For Associations: SAVES TIME & MONEY No need to mail invoices, process individual payments, and cash checks RETENTION Members love it CASH FLOW More predictable business planning AUTOMATION Payment information automatically updates your database EFFICIENT OPERATIONS Fewer collection issues and late bills For Members: CONVENIENCE […]

For associations, extra time is scarce. Learn how to make the most of your day by following these simple tips: Keyboard Shortcuts Learn keyboard shortcuts for the computer programs you use regularly. The time you save will really add up. Internet Time Limit how many times a day you check social media, news, etc. Otherwise, leave them alone (seriously). Check out the Association Operations Toolkit for ideas to improve efficiency at your organization. The Black Hole of Email Schedule specific […]