Sidecar Blog

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Inspiring Associations to Embrace the Possibilities of Generative AI

Despite the significant benefits of generative AI, many association leaders are telling me that they are hesitant to embrace this cutting-edge technology due to various factors – including a history of having challenges using new tech.

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AI in Action: Summarizing Your Association Content

For associations, content is always in supply. Whether it’s sessions from your annual conference, articles from your publications, in-depth research...

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Creating Member Onboarding Experiences That Drive Retention

Creating an effective onboarding experience is critical for the success of any association's membership program. Renewal rates for first-year members...

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Generative AI – a Game Changer for Associations?

When we look at the uses of artificial intelligence (AI) today, the vast majority of the examples fall under the category of generative AI. It’s the...

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Introducing Betty Bot – The Association AI Chatbot

Association professionals have tons of questions – from how to better engage with their members to tips for starting a professional development...

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6 Key Strategies for Building an Engaging Community

A community isn’t built, it’s earned. It offers a sense of belonging to your audience, allowing them to feel part of something bigger than...

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7 Ways Associations Can Use Video in 2023

If you’re not using video as part of your association’s communications and marketing strategy in 2023 – you may be missing out. Not only does video...

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7 Tips on Planning for Last-Minute Event Attendees

It’s a fact of life – things can change at the last minute, including your association’s event attendees list. Rather than fight it – embrace it;...

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