Best Usergroup Podcasts (2024)

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting August 2023 2:23:32

10M ago2:23:32

2:23:32

Phil Goodman discusses Travel tech (and some tips).By Phil Goodmand & Ben Levy

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LAPUG June 2020 - post wwdc meeting 1:41:14

4y ago1:41:14

1:41:14

The second meeting this month will recap WWDC 2020. This year, WWDC will be virtual starting on June 22 and we will have a review of the announcements that evening. This will be all about what's coming in the next versions of macOS, iOS, iPadOS, watchOS and tvOS!

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting (Zoom) - June 2020 2:20:59

4y ago2:20:59

2:20:59

Ben, Pat, Phil (and possibly a few other guests) will review their favorite utilities for macOS. There are so many things that make things easier on your Mac to do things you normally can't do or things that would take so many more steps. You'll love this meeting!

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting April 2020 2:35:13

4y ago2:35:13

2:35:13

So, we're all experiencing a new world. We're all at home and depending more and more on our computers and devices for contact with the outside world. What issues and difficulties are you experiencing now that your life at home is revolving more and more around your Mac, iPhone and iPad? How are you communicating with others? How are you shopping? …

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March 2020 LAPUG Monthly Meeting 2:03:01

4+ y ago2:03:01

2:03:01

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February 2020 LAPUG Monthly Meeting 2:18:01

4+ y ago2:18:01

2:18:01

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2020 Jan LAPUG Monthly Meeting 1:56:40

4+ y ago1:56:40

1:56:40

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting December 2019 1:57:15

4+ y ago1:57:15

1:57:15

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting November 2019 2:35:18

4+ y ago2:35:18

2:35:18

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October 2019 LAPUG Monthly Meeting 2:46:37

4+ y ago2:46:37

2:46:37

The new iPhones are here...and, better yet, iOS 13 and iPadOS 13 are here!! We'll go over iOS 13 and iPadOS 13's new features that will blow you away, make things easier to do and provide you with the ability to do things you never could before on an iPhone or iPad. This will be a great meeting!! This is our first meeting following the release of A…

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting September 2019 2:06:24

4+ y ago2:06:24

2:06:24

Once again, Apple has chosen the morning after our monthly meeting to make new product announcements. So, we won't be able to review the presentation in detail but we can speculate on what will be coming out based on reports in the Apple industry. So come on by and we'll let you know what YOU will NEED to know about the new software and how it will…

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting August 2019 1:53:33

5y ago1:53:33

1:53:33

There were so many great topics to talk about last month from Ben's list that we didn't get a chance to cover all of them. We'll continue with a flood of info based on questions LAPUG members have submitted and we'll also cover some of the latest info going on in the Apple world. Of course, come prepared with new topics you would like us to discuss…

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting July 2019 2:17:34

5y ago2:17:34

2:17:34

Our content this month is drawn from your questions and requests. We will look at: 1. Mail application choices for macOS and iOS 2. Death of Bento, other options 3. Photo organization for iOS 4. Maintenance Tools on macOS Malwarebytes TechTool Intego Net Barrier & Virus Barrier Disk Warrior EtreCheck Little Snitch Apple Disk Utility 5. Digital paym…

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Optimizing Operations to Increase Member Retention 18:04

5y ago18:04

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These days the pressure for our associations to be as innovative as a startup and have an impeccable, automated user experience is at its highest point ever. How do we implement new initiatives to retain members when our overall experience feels out of whack? An Operations Integration Day is a time for staff to come together to audit and clean up m…

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Community Spotlight: Keep Swimming Foundation 41:18

5y ago41:18

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Today we are highlighting a community in action during our Community Spotlight episode. Bill Coon, Founder and Board President of the Keep Swimming Foundation, joins us to share the mission of the organization, progress to date, and lessons learned. His powerful message showcases the impact being made through their work and will inspire you in your…

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting March 2019 2:32:41

5y ago2:32:41

2:32:41

Do you know about some of the hidden and less obvious features in macOS? Some features have been around for years and some are relatively newer but, in both cases, there are some powerful gems that aren't talked about that much that can really help you be more productive on your Mac. This month, we'll expose many of these and teach you how to becom…

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Why You Should Ditch the Way You've Been Doing Strategic Plans 35:10

5y ago35:10

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We all know creating a strategic plan is important for our organizations, but how do we know if we're doing it right? There isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. On this week’s episode of The Nova Communities Podcast, we speak with Sarah Olivieri of PivotGround on why we should ditch the way we’ve been doing strategic plans. Our conversation focuses …

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How to Engage Volunteers in Your Grants Process 42:36

5y ago42:36

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Ever wonder what the keys are to winning grants? During this week’s episode of The #NovaCommunities Podcast, we speak with Lesa-kaye Holtman to discuss the winning formula to grant writing and how to include volunteers in the process. Lesa-kaye provides considerations for including volunteers, tips for engagement, and what do to if volunteers sugge…

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Modernizing Existing Content to Increase Member Value 21:43

5+ y ago21:43

21:43

As a society, content distribution has gone from print to radio, to television, to the age of the internet. And now it seems there is a significant trend towards digital audio. But when people think about audio, usually it’s about podcasting. Today’s guest is going to challenge that notion and help us learn how to use recent technological advanceme…

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting Feb 2019 2:13:00

5+ y ago2:13:00

2:13:00

Photography on iOS has completely changed the game in the photo world. The phrase "the best camera is the one you have with you" takes on a completely different meaning when your iPhone's camera is always within arm's reach. Not only will we go over all the ins and outs of using the Camera app, but we'll also review getting images in and out of you…

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Creating a Successful Legacy Giving Program 27:31

5+ y ago27:31

27:31

Creating a Successful Legacy Giving Program Creating a successful legacy (or planned giving) program can result in additional funding for your organization for the future. In today’s episode, Lori Kranczer of Everyday Planned Giving walks us through the details of this often overlooked revenue generator and shares the possibilities when facilitatin…

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Grant Writing with Angela Venuti Boysel 29:46

5+ y ago29:46

29:46

How to secure additional funding is a question that regularly comes up, so today's guest is going to share with us all about the importance and components of Grant Writing. Angela Venuti Boysel is a creative fundraising consultant with over ten years of non-profit experience. She specializes in grant writing, annual fund, and membership programs as…

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Defining + Evaluating Board Needs with Greg Nielsen 38:14

5+ y ago38:14

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Today’s guest is Gregory Nielsen, President and CEO of Nielsen Training & Consulting. He is an experienced nonprofit CEO who helps enhance the capacity, impact, and sustainability of nonprofit organizations through custom training and consulting services. Greg’s approach with Boards of Directors is simple. Building and cultivating a dynamic Board t…

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Reinvigorating Your Fundraising Strategy with Whitney Brimfield 38:05

5+ y ago38:05

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Today's guest helps organizations find their funding spark through adding revenue streams, improving systems, developing a winning grant proposal, and creating fundraising strategies. Whitney Brimfield is the President and CEO of Spark Point Fundraising where they help organizations deploy strategies that will most effectively advance their mission…

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Using Logic Models to Understand Impact 32:24

5+ y ago32:24

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Most organizations define their vision and focus through a strategic plan, but not all our organizations are good about evaluating the impact being made. Maybe we measure the number of people served or services delivered, but how do we track the overall difference we are making in our communities? Today’s guest is passionate about building fundrais…

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Finding and Engaging Community Partners with Mia Mahaney 27:26

5+ y ago27:26

27:26

Finding the right partnerships for collaboration is imperative for organizations to grow effectively and achieve high impact. By identifying and valuing the interconnectivity of the work we do with others, we are able to further our missions and expand our reach. In this episode, Mia Mahaney of West Michigan Consulting Services joins us to discuss …

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007 | Attention Pays with Neen James 30:01

5+ y ago30:01

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Attention Pays™: How to Drive Profitability, Productivity, and Accountability with Neen James. To get the results you want, you need to get attention. But most people don’t know how to get it and keep it. People often see attention as a transaction, something to trade, but it’s much more than that. Neen has identified that people pay attention at t…

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting October 2018 2:39:45

5+ y ago2:39:45

2:39:45

New iPhones and new Apple Watch! We'll have the run down on all the new stuff. And, to make things better for all of us, macOS Mojave, iOS 12, watchOS 5 and tvOS 12 are all out. We'll have devices that are running all of them and we'll demo it all and review all the new features. This is one of the big events of the year for LAPUG so you won't want…

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006 | Training New Board Members for High Impact 27:01

5+ y ago27:01

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In this episode, we welcome Robert B. Acton, J.D., Principal and Founder of Cause Strategy Partners to discuss their signature program, BoardLead, and how they train professionals for high-impact board service. During our conversation, Rob touches on how BoardLead connects talent with opportunity, how to prepare to make an impact at the board level…

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005 | Tips to Engage, Equip, and Empower Volunteers 15:05

6y ago15:05

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I love volunteers! Today I’m sharing tips to effectively build strong, collaborative relationships with your key volunteers. These tips will help you increase volunteer engagement and be proactive in your communication and expectations of them. We’ll focus on three main areas – how to engage, equip, and empower volunteers. For more information and …

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004 | My Top Five Takeaways from the ASAE Annual Meeting 13:31

6y ago13:31

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This week's episode is about my first experience at the ASAE Annual Meeting. I'm sharing my top five takeaways from an event that challenged me to think and dream bigger about the impact we can have on and for the organizations we serve. Highlights include: Value > Financial Maximization The Future is Video Using Contextual Models to Increase Engag…

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003 | Leadership and Team Culture with Dan Flowers 39:37

6y ago39:37

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Dan Flowers, CEO of the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank joins us on episode three of The Nova Communities Podcast and I'm thrilled for you to hear his insights on leadership and team culture. After reflecting on his leadership style and how it impacts his team, Dan and I dive into the importance of building a strong, collaborative environment to suc…

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002 | Governance and Riding a Bicycle with Mark Thorsby 30:19

6y ago30:19

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Today Mark Thorsby of FrontWheel Consulting joins us as we talk about Governance and Riding a Bicycle. This simple yet effective methodology will have you seeing your Board in a new light and will help clarify the roles and responsibilities of key stakeholders in your organization. Welcome and Intro (0.00) Incompetent Groups of Competent People (3.…

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting August 2018 1:58:39

6y ago1:58:39

1:58:39

The new MacBook Pros have been released! If you’ve been following the saga involving Intel’s latest processors, Coffee Lake, you’ll know that Apple hasn’t had any mobile products using these CPUs — until now! The cool thing is not only are they faster but Apple has included a quad-core processor (i7) for 13” MacBook Pro models and, for the first ti…

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001 | The Nova Communities Podcast Vision 6:01

6y ago6:01

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Hello and welcome to episode number one of The Nova Communities Podcast. On this episode, your host, Emily Hendershot, shares the vision and goals for the podcast as well as her heart behind volunteer-driven organizations.By Emily Hendershot

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting July 2018 2:12:30

6y ago2:12:30

2:12:30

This month, we'll review some iOS apps you know are there but you may not use to their fullest -- or at all. We'll review and go in-depth into Wallet, Files, Maps, Messages, News, Podcasts, Voice Memos, Compass, and more. Of course, there are some third-party apps that duplicate many of these features and we'll talk about some of them, too. Also, y…

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting June 2018 2:06:18

6y ago2:06:18

2:06:18

The Engineers in Cupertino have been busy and Developers are now busy writing and rewriting apps to take advantage of the new features announced in macOS 14 Mojave, iOS 12, watchOS 5 and tvOS 12. We will discuss what was announced, perhaps take a look at some early beta features just generally roll around in all the new sweet code! Bring your quest…

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting May 2018 2:00:54

6y ago2:00:54

2:00:54

The days of packing toiletries and clothing and being on your way are gone. Today’s travel brings concerns for security and convenience that never existed before, including the ever-present need for power! How do you prepare, what do you have to bring with you and how can we best advise clients with simple preparations and tools that ease the burde…

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting April 2018 2:20:03

6y ago2:20:03

2:20:03

This month, we’ll review the latest updates from Apple’s recent Education event including the new iPad as well as the interesting software Apple is working on for classroom and student management. Along with that, new versions of iWork have been release with Education in mind and we’ll go over some of those new features, too. iOS 11.3 and macOS 10.…

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting February 2018 1:49:24

6+ y ago1:49:24

1:49:24

The HomePod is finally a reality. Apple's smart speaker is more than just a speaker. It recognizes the environment where it's placed (near a wall, in an open area, in a room with another HomePod, etc.) and it adjusts the sound it produces based on its surroundings. The addition of Siri and the ability for it to be a hub for Apple's HomeKit makes th…

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All about iCloud 2:29:24

6+ y ago2:29:24

2:29:24

All about iCloud and Apple IDBy Phil Goodman & Ben Levy

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting December 2017 2:12:31

6+ y ago2:12:31

2:12:31

Recent Apple news plus: iOS has so many millions of apps available in the App Store and you're probably using a few. But, there are so many that you may not know about. This month we'll go over some of the best apps you're not using or that you haven't even heard of. This may turn out to be one of the best meetings of the year!…

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting November 2017 2:28:20

6+ y ago2:28:20

2:28:20

The new iPhone X is here...and it's so cool! We'll have a few on hand to demo and we'll discuss how this new model has been redesigned. No home button -- no problem. No Touch ID -- no problem. Full-screen graphics! And more! We'll also talk about advances in iOS 11 along with new features to come in iOS 11.2 (currently in beta testing). And, of cou…

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting October 2017 2:29:56

6+ y ago2:29:56

2:29:56

iOS 11 and macOS High Sierra have been released! This month, we will spend out time going in-depth with both operating systems and we'll review some hidden features that haven't been talked about very much. This is going to be one of the big meetings of the year!By Phil Goodman & Ben Levy

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting Sept 2017 2:03:53

7y ago2:03:53

2:03:53

Once again, Apple has scheduled an announcement for the morning following our meeting. But, this time around, we have a pretty good idea of what's coming. We'll spend our meeting talking about new hardware and software and provide a little preview of iOS 11 and tell you what you're going to be in for. This will be great! And, of course, we'll go ov…

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting August 2017 1:59:00

7y ago1:59:00

1:59:00

We’ll talk over the latest news in the Apple world for Mac and iOS, as well as the following topics: 1. Need a new router? Are Apple’s products End Of Life? How do I know what to buy? 2. Where can I ACTUALLY put folders? Can I put them in the Applications folder? 3. How to determine which album a photo is in and which photos are not in any albums i…

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting July 2017 2:06:09

7y ago2:06:09

2:06:09

What's on your iPhone / iPad? There are so many apps avaialble and we all love to discover new ones from each other. Let's spend some time at at our next meeting going over any must-have and newer applications you've discovered. We've got some new favorites to show you and we'll leave the connection to the projector open for you to show off the one…

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting June 2017 2:28:21

7y ago2:28:21

2:28:21

As expected, Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) brought not only announcements of new macOS, iOS, tvOS and watchOS, we also got new some new hardware announcements. Some are for immediate availability and some for for later this year. We'll have a complete rundown of all the announcements and we'll also discuss some other features and pr…

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting April 2017 2:11:56

7y ago2:11:56

2:11:56

We've had a slew updates recently for macOS, iOS, tvOS and watchOS. We'll spend some time talking about not only some of the cool new features in macOS and iOS, but we'll also cover the significant new Apple File System (APFS) that snuck in right under your nose in iOS 10.3. This is a precursor of things to come in macOS and you should know what it…

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LAPUG Monthly Meeting March 2017 2:05:48

7+ y ago2:05:48

2:05:48

A little early spring cleaning and some amuse-bouche! What are we talking about here? This month, we'll cover some really important techniques for cleaning out your Mac of old crud, how to restore some of the zip it used to have and how to maintain it better. There are a lot of quick and simple things you can do to free up space and get your Mac's …

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