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27 January 2012

Getting Ready for Annual Reports

Here are some best practices and tips for those just getting started with Annual Report planning. (read more)
Posted Friday, 27 January 2012 at 9:33 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 2 comments
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15 December 2011

It’s Membership Renewal Letter Time Again

Membership renewal letter time is coming soon. Here are some tips on renewal planning and insight into how other associations handle their renewal process. (read more)
Posted Thursday, 15 December 2011 at 9:33 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 0 comments
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- membership,
- member communication
07 December 2011

Just Getting Started With Communications Planning?

Are you new to communications planning? Wild Apricot has developed a Getting Started With Communications Planning guide for small associations and non-profits. (read more)
Posted Wednesday, 07 December 2011 at 10:14 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 4 comments
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07 October 2011

Capturing Your Organization's Stories

Stories can be powerful, but hard to capture. We found a video and a post that offer helpful tips for gathering stories. (read more)
Posted Friday, 07 October 2011 at 9:24 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 0 comments
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- member communication,
- Non-profit Communications
21 September 2011

Tips for Making Members-only Content More Effective

Here are some tips and ideas to help those who are creating or refreshing the members-only area of your website. (read more)
Posted Wednesday, 21 September 2011 at 9:14 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 0 comments
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- member communication,
- Membership management
08 September 2011

The Three C's of Forums

You can use a forum to promote online congregation and communication. But have you used it to crowdsource? (read more)
Posted Thursday, 08 September 2011 at 2:33 PM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 0 comments
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10 August 2011

Raising Awareness by Celebrating Milestones

Non-profits and membership organizations should mark significant milestones and leverage these celebrations to raise awareness, attract new members, volunteers or supporters and promote your organization’s mission. (read more)
Posted Wednesday, 10 August 2011 at 9:00 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 0 comments
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08 July 2011

Apricots Meet Aussies - Connecting with Clients

Online communication is effective, but it's great to meet face-to-face with clients, members and supporters if/when possible. Here's our story of an unexpected and welcomed visit from our clients down under and insight on how to connect with Wild Apricot. (read more)
Posted Friday, 08 July 2011 at 9:00 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 0 comments
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- Wild Apricot,
- member communication
15 June 2011

Should You Offer a Member's Forum?

Should your organization offer a member's forum? It can provide a place for your members to virtually congregate, collaborate, discuss and share ideas and can offer your organization insight into your members' interests and needs. (read more)
Posted Wednesday, 15 June 2011 at 9:00 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 0 comments
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08 June 2011

Handling Membership Objections

What objections do you hear during member recruitment or retention campaigns? We're looking for a membership perspective for this month's blog carnival. (read more)
Posted Wednesday, 08 June 2011 at 9:00 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 2 comments
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25 May 2011

Promoting Engagement With A Blog

Should your non-profit or member organization have a blog? It’s a question of broadcast versus engagement. A blog offers an opportunity for you to share information and connect with existing supporters as well as attracting new members, supporters, volunteers or donors. (read more)
Posted Wednesday, 25 May 2011 at 8:30 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 7 comments
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16 May 2011

10 Ways to Wake Up Your Nonprofit Brand

Guest blogger Howard Levy offers 10 ways your nonprofit can wake up your brand to strengthen your appeal to attract donors and ensure its long-term success. (read more)
Posted Monday, 16 May 2011 at 9:00 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 6 comments
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13 May 2011

Don't Miss Out On Post-event Opportunities

One of the biggest lost opportunities is post-event follow-up and publicity. Don't miss out on post-event publicity, fundraising or member development opportunities. (read more)
Posted Friday, 13 May 2011 at 9:00 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 2 comments
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09 May 2011

Refreshing Your E-newsletter

It's spring cleaning season - a good time to review and refresh your e-newsletter. Here are some tips to get you started. (read more)
Posted Monday, 09 May 2011 at 9:00 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 0 comments
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06 May 2011

Are You Feeding Your Supporters Bacon?

Your emails are competing with a rising tide of bacon - email that has been subscribed to but is often not read for a long period of time, if ever. How can you ensure your message floats to the top of the bacon fat? (read more)
Posted Friday, 06 May 2011 at 9:00 AM by Lori Halley [Engaging Apricot] | 0 comments
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