Specialization Is For Suckers. Arts Admins Do Everything.
Why it took me more than two decades to figure this out is beyond me, but here you go nonetheless: Arts Admin Merit Badges. Arts Admin Merit Badges
Year: 2019
A Content Manager’s Guide To Website Accessibility
The good folks at the National Arts Marketing Project Conference (#NAMPC) recently sent out a reminder that advance conference registration rates end Friday, November 1, 2019 so you only have another week to get in on that final wave of discounts. If you’re planning on attending, be sure to set aside Saturday, November 16 at 11:00am for my A Content Manager’s Guide To Website Accessibility session. This is one of NAMPC’s …
Next Gen Donor Communication
When it comes to donor communication, one of the most common methods to segment lists is donor level. While that may seem intuitive, you’re almost certainly leaving money on the table. As an alternative, Ceci Dadisman published an article at ArtsHacker this week that provides four key aspects of moving your donor communication to the next level. Identify your most highly engaged donors, no matter their “level”. Create messaging that will …
What Are Your Favorite Robert’s Rules Resources?
I recently joined a board of directors and have been tasked with updating the organization’s Robert’s Rules of Order guideline. My plan is move from the existing text-heavy document (that no one reads or follows) to something that utilizes a user-friendly visual approach. It’s been at least seven years since I’ve taken a deep dive into Robert’s Rules resources. As such, I’m curious to know which resources are your favorites. Take …
Meaningful Discussions About Compensation Aren’t As Difficult As You Might Think
I was listening to a classical music podcast over the weekend and the host, a professional musician, was interviewing an orchestra CEO. At one point in the conversation, they started talking about manager vs. musician compensation. What ensued was the normal gnashing of teeth over it being difficult conversation (spoiler: it isn’t) and all the talking point unfolded along the same well-worn discussions on this topic. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the CEO felt …