You can use labels to provide category searches in your directory: The following walks you through creating your labels, assigning the labels to your members, and “exposing” the labels in your members directory. Create your labels Go to Labels & Membership > Labels. Click on + Add Label type your label name and then click . . . read more
To get the highest return on your association membership software investment there are 3 simple rules to follow: garbage in = garbage out, take advantage of the new system and stay updated. Rule 1: Garbage in = Garbage out We’ve all heard the phrase garbage in garbage out and in this case it is really . . . read more
Selling and tracking booth space for an expo or large event can get complicated. To make it easy for exhibitors to select their booths and the organization to track the event, Cade Tippett of the Dental Laboratory of Texas created an Exhibitor Cart page using ImageMapper, MembershipWorks, and an image of their expo map. Creating . . . read more
With Google’s recent announcement that the lack of website encryption (ie SSL/HTTPS) will start to have a negative effect on search ranking it is important to know what it is and how to enable it on your website. SSL stands for Secure Socket Layer. What it does is authenticate your website’s identity and encrypt the . . . read more
Let’s face it, when your members receive automated renewal emails they know it’s automated. But with these 5 tips you can make your automated renewal emails a success. Focus on the Member Most automated renewal emails I receive toot the horn or the organization, not the member. Make sure your email illustrates the benefits from . . . read more
The difference between a successful and failed membership website launch is preparation and testing. Taking these 5 steps will ensure your members’ first impressions are great. Walk Through Your Membership Website as a Member Members may call you with questions about the new website and membership system, so do a walk through and see what . . . read more
The member deals section of websites is often underutilized. A few simple steps can turn your member deals page from a ghost town to a valuable member benefit. Make Member Deals Easy Your members only have so much time to dedicate towards advertising their businesses. There are many places online vying for their attention like . . . read more
The right balance of public and member only features on your website can help you entice new members to join while retaining current members. In this blog we’ll take a look at how to decide what to make public and what should be limited to just members. Member Directory Many organizations keep their member’s directory . . . read more
There are some great websites and tools that will help you to find affordable images and edit them to fit your website. Having quality images on your website is just as important for nonprofits on a budget as it is for fortune 500 companies. This is because the right pictures will create a professional trustworthy . . . read more
Why Use Membership Tracking Software Utilizing membership tracking software (or a membership CRM) can empower your staff, board and volunteers to support your members. It will allow them to quickly field phone calls from members, be better prepared when meeting members at events and ensure your members’ needs are met. Another important reason to use . . . read more
