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Infographic: Reselling leads to a sustainable future
Brian Wallace Waste Management & EnvironmentalReselling items has another benefit other than personal profit that is sparking a lot of movement — promoting sustainability. People who resell have all sorts of niches that help our planet in different ways — from salvaging parts to repair appliances which in turn keep those parts from ending up in landfills to working on refurbishing tech so that new, harmful tech isn't created. When buyers, sellers, and companies all begin working together and commit to a sustainable future we can start to make a real difference in helping our world.
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What if labor shortage is a long-term threat to the hospitality and tourism…
Linchi Kwok Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementThe U.S. economy finally shows signs of a strong recovery from the pandemic. Nevertheless, the surging delta variant cases, inflation, and the global supply chain disruption, among other concerns, add considerable uncertainty to the economic outlook. However, the hospitality and tourism industry is unlikely to recover any time soon.
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How associations thrived during the pandemic
Robert C. Harris Association ManagementEntering and exiting the pandemic is unfamiliar territory. There was no manual explaining how associations should respond, unless your organization has records dating back to the Spanish flu in 1918. Many associations have thrived. Why have some prospered while others suffer?
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Hail to the chiefs: An in-depth look at America’s presidential libraries…
Dave G. Houser Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementAmerica's presidential library system includes 14 libraries administered and operated by the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). These repositories preserve and make available to the public the papers, letters, records, collections and historical artifacts of every president since Herbert Hoover, whose term ended in 1933. Let's take a closer look at five of the most popular presidential libraries and museums.
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How to encourage a sustainable focus in college students and future professionals
Ginger Abbot EducationUniversity students sign up for classes that empower them to change their futures. They want to learn how to make the planet a better place for themselves and the next generation, including combating climate change in their personal lives. By following these six steps, education professionals can learn how to teach sustainability so every graduate knows how to address concerns regarding global warming.
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Infographic: Why the hybrid workplace is the future of work
Brian Wallace Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementMany have conceded that a hybrid workforce — sometimes in an office and sometimes remote — may be the most effective way to keep a company humming along at optimum capacity and resources. Learn more about how and why the hybrid workplace is the workforce of the future.
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How to elevate board engagement
Bob Harris and John Gormley Association ManagementAssociations rely on governing boards and volunteer committees, but many association executives express frustrations about board engagement. If you have experienced these governing issues, use the following techniques to increase your board's understanding and participation, and decrease their frustration.
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5 fresh ways to beat consumer decision fatigue in your social media and…
Lisa Mulcahy MarketingAs a business owner or marketer, you've probably thought that the causes of decision fatigue which could stop a consumer from paying attention to your brand messages online are completely out of your control, right? Think again. Decision fatigue has everything to do with the specifics of your customers' lives at any given moment, and nothing to do with the quality of your brand and product.
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Turning your experience into accomplishments and skills
Hank Boyer Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementSince you were old enough to start your first job or tackle school assignments, you've been accumulating the experiences needed for a successful future. Landing your ideal job as a recent graduate or a seasoned professional depends on how well you translate those experiences into accomplishments and skills that match a prospective employer's needs.
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The future of virtual L&D: Implementing online professional development…
Ginger Abbot Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementEven the most well-educated and experienced professionals in any industry have room to grow. The best team members and leaders never stop looking for new ways to strengthen their skills and gain new talents. However, going back for another degree or attending a conference isn't always financially feasible and may not work with everyone's schedules. Virtual learning and development is the next step leaders can implement and use to their advantage.