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  1. Leading a Globally Diverse Board
    A genuinely international board means more than just where its members are located. The former president of the Society of Petroleum Engineers shares the challenges and benefits of a board abroad and how the culture of the organization is crucial for success. Added: March 1, 2010

  2. New Administration, New Changes for Associations
    It's been a little more than a year since President Obama and his administration made their way to Washington, DC. With their arrival came new priorities, which have meant a number of changes for associations. Here's how organizations are making the most of it and what it means for their day-to-day work. Added: January 29, 2010

  3. Building Community With Every Sip
    Take your association's message to a product that many of your members use every day. Added: January 29, 2010

  4. Transformative Leadership at the Miami Lighthouse for the Blind
    When Virginia Jacko lost her sight, it was just the beginning of a new stage in her extraordinary journey. She shares key lessons she's learned about leadership in a career that's taken her from a position as a financial executive at Purdue University to her current role as CEO of the Miami Lighthouse for the Blind. Added: January 29, 2010

  5. Good Design for Mobile Websites
    Your website may be everything you always wanted, but how does it translate on the small screen? What you need to keep in mind for your member on the go. Added: January 21, 2010

  6. Why Association Members Give
    The first rule of fundraising: Know thy donors. New research from ASAE & The Center, the latest in the "Decision to" series, uncovered some surprising answers to the question, "Why do association members give?" (Titled "Why They Give" in print version.) Added: January 4, 2010

  7. 12 Ways to Liven Up Your Board Meetings--and Your Board
    Are your board meetings boring or ineffective? Here are some ideas to jump-start your thinking about what you might do differently at next year's board meetings. Added: December 18, 2009

  8. What the New Year Will Bring
    The past year has been one of great change, and 2010 is sure to be new and different. What can associations expect? Several association leaders in varying disciplines offer their perspectives on what 2010 will hold. Added: December 18, 2009

  9. What Makes a Strong Tagline Work?
    Who is your association, how is it different, and why should your audiences care? Your tagline—when crafted for power—should communicate these attributes in a memorable eight words or less. But does it? Measure your performance on this checklist. Plus: four types of taglines and how they work, and more. Added: December 14, 2009

  10. Viewpoints: Cost vs. Value a Priority for Membership Pros in 2010
    We asked two association membership professionals—one experienced, one still new to the field—what they see as their top challenge in 2010. Despite their separate perspectives, they both talked about conveying value to potential members, but they offered different ideas for doing so. Added: December 3, 2009

  11. Invest in Tomorrow's Nonprofit Leaders Today
    ASAE Career Headquarters' monthly column that highlights tips and techniques to help you move forward in your career. Added: November 30, 2009

  12. How to Go Viral
    Six tips from the author of Viral Loop to help your association's communications go viral. Added: November 30, 2009

  13. Cause-Driven Competition
    Fundraising with a competitive edge can mean big bucks for a good cause. Added: November 30, 2009

  14. The Rise of the Encore Careerist
    The next few years will be marked by a growth in the number of "encore careerists"—older workers who are looking for new frontiers in their work lives. The sense of mission that defines associations makes them appealing places for these potential employees, but are you doing enough to attract them? (Titled "A Better Deal" in print edition.) Added: November 30, 2009

  15. Embezzlement Prevention Tips
    Associations and nonprofits may be at higher risk for embezzlement than for-profits. A legal expert shares his advice on steps you can take protect your organization. Added: October 29, 2009

  16. Latest From the Listserver: Opt-In vs. Opt-Out Donations
    Your colleagues discuss the ethics and merits of having a donation opt-out option incorporated into their membership renewal processes. Added: October 5, 2009

  17. Power Member Communities With Social Media
    How can you guide your components to establish the types of social media that will work best for your members? Help your chapters embrace social media in five easy steps, as discussed at ASAE & The Center's Annual Meeting in August. Added: October 1, 2009

  18. Coming Together to Give Back
    One association aids children around the world in need of surgery. Added: September 28, 2009

  19. Change Nonprofits, Change the World?
    The author of Doing Good Well shares his perspective on what nonprofits and for-profit companies can learn from each other. Added: September 28, 2009

  20. Branding: Where's the Value?
    An effectively communicated brand idea does half of your marketing job for you. Here's how to throw out that generic, fuzzy language and get to the point. Added: September 23, 2009

  21. Fundraising Lessons From Lance Armstrong
    Added: August 26, 2009

  22. Rethink Charity
    Added: August 26, 2009

  23. Using Public Outreach to Benefit Members
    Public outreach can be more than just getting your organization's name out there. If done correctly, it can be a way to engage the public and help your members at the same time. (Titled "Your Association Here" in print version.) Added: August 26, 2009

  24. Prepare Your Members for Radical Transparency
    Are your members ready to tell all about their environmental impact? Bestselling psychologist Daniel Goleman warns association leaders to prepare members now for "radical transparency."  (Titled "Can Your Members Handle the Truth?" in print version.) Added: August 26, 2009

  25. The Donation Situation
    Added: August 18, 2009

  26. Social Media Challenges Component Leaders
    While your board members slowly make the necessary steps to embrace social media, members of your components are likely one step ahead. What is your role as the component relations professional in this tug-of-war? Three component relations professionals offer advice on several scenarios related to this new world of blogging, tweeting, and Facebook. Added: August 3, 2009