September 14, 2017 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, e-Learning, Marketing, non-profits, online event, Organizations, Sales, webinar / 0 comments
While associations everywhere have adopted e-learning as part of their membership programs and are benefitting from a more integrated and involved body of members, fully maximizing on e-learning’s potential requires frequent change and adaptation. As online learning strategies and techniques continue to improve, the e-learning industry evolves to incorporate these new methods. Even though access […]
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Never Stop Learning: Continuing Education Inside and Out
March 18, 2020 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, Community, e-Learning, Engagement, Higher Education, Industry News, non-profits, online event, Organizations, Sales, Vocalmeet Industry Insights, webinar / 0 comments
Offering continuing education courses can be a strong addition to any association’s membership offerings. Gaining access to courses and certifications gives professionals another reason to join your association and even more reasons to renew their membership. These can all lead to increases in non-dues revenue. In addition, offering continuing education courses can have many […]
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Closing the Technological Gap: Taking the Fear Out of Updating Your Association’s Technology
November 19, 2019 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, Community, Engagement, Industry News, non-profits, Organizations / 0 comments
Not everyone feels the same about technology, so associations shouldn’t expect every member to welcome technological changes with open arms. Each generation and each individual relies on technology in considerably different ways. While some use it in nearly every aspect of their lives and can adopt new innovations easily, others use it more sparingly […]
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Kindness Becomes its Own Motive: Why Customer Service is Important For Your Association
November 12, 2019 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, Community, Engagement, non-profits, online event, Vocalmeet Industry Insights / 0 comments
The goal of customer service is to create a bridge between an organization and a customer. Ideally, this connection sets the organization up as relatable and ensures that customers are heard and satisfied. For an association, customer service can keep members happy, involved, and willing to renew their membership in the future. If done […]
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Different Learners, Different Styles: How Versatility in Learning Strategies Can Maximize Profit
November 5, 2019 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, Community, Engagement, non-profits, Organizations, Vocalmeet Industry Insights / 0 comments
When it comes to learning, we all do it a little differently. Even the best content provided by the best instructor can be lost on segments of the audience if it’s all presented in the same way. This is because of the way people digest knowledge. When trying to optimize audience reception and response, […]
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Going the Extra Mile: Making Sure Your Association is the Go-To for Continuing Education
October 8, 2019 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, e-Learning, Engagement, Industry News, Organizations / 0 comments
Continuing education courses are some of the most effective ways for professionals to acquire new skills and advanced training. For that reason, associations use continuing education as a powerful and attractive membership benefit. Yet, offering meaningful training requires commitment and effort, so associations look for validation and rewards from their work. To help associations […]
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How to Attract and Engage with Younger Members (And Why It’s Important to Start Recruiting Millennials)
August 27, 2019 / by Vocalmeet / Agile, Associations, Blog, Community, Engagement, Industry News, Marketing, non-profits, Organizations, Sales, Social Media, Vocalmeet Industry Insights / 0 comments
If your association hasn’t started yet, it’s time to start aggressively recruiting millennials and engaging with these young professionals. But how and why? If you’re at a loss for an answer, don’t feel bad. Association board members, executives, and marketers have been just as stumped over the years. And with good reason. Stereotypes about […]
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Top 5 Reasons To Replace An Elearning Vendor
August 22, 2019 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, e-Learning, Industry News, non-profits, Organizations, Social Media, Vocalmeet Industry Insights / 0 comments
There was a time when consumers had no choice but to purchase their products or services from the same vendor over and over again. These days are long gone. In today’s world, consumers have access to numerous options. As technologies continue to evolve, it creates a unique environment that constantly fosters growth and innovation. […]
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Three Keys to Offering Great Lifelong Learning Programs
June 25, 2019 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, Community, e-Learning, Engagement, Industry News, non-profits, Organizations, Social Media, Vocalmeet Industry Insights / 0 comments
As the saying goes, knowledge is power. For any association, it is important to provide members with opportunities to continuously grow in their professions. To help achieve this, offering continuing education programs can be instrumental in attracting new members who are excited about learning opportunities that further their overall development and also provides opportunities […]
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Relationships Are the Key to Successful Member Loyalty: Here is How to Create Them
October 11, 2017 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, Marketing, non-profits, online event, Organizations, Sales / 0 comments
The modern association has a wealth of tools and technologies available to it that make managing and maintaining memberships easier and more effective than ever before. Yet, associations have always and will continue to be built on forging quality relationships with members. The good news is that the technology in the digital age makes […]
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Are You Getting the Most Out of Your E-Learning?
September 14, 2017 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, e-Learning, Marketing, non-profits, online event, Organizations, Sales, webinar / 0 comments
While associations everywhere have adopted e-learning as part of their membership programs and are benefitting from a more integrated and involved body of members, fully maximizing on e-learning’s potential requires frequent change and adaptation. As online learning strategies and techniques continue to improve, the e-learning industry evolves to incorporate these new methods. Even though access […]
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