Recent Articles
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The big news in corrosion prevention is very, very small
Sasha ViasashaFor decades, nanotechnology has held out a great deal of promise for preventing corrosion, along with a host of other wonders, but the practical applications have always been stalled by the high cost of production.
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Selecting the right site for your church
Robert C. ForemanThe church steering committee has many important tasks early in the planning process for a new facility. After selection of the architect, the contractor and the construction delivery method, one of the next big decisions will often involve property acquisition.
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Disc golf etiquette: A final word
Justin WeilacherDisc golf and the PDGA are at a turning point. It seems obvious from the tone of the survey the PDGA put out after the recent Board elections that the organization is trying to decide what the future of sanctioned events will look like. Everyone has an opinion.
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9 steps to effective business emails
Joe LattaEmail communication is a key part of nearly every project, client relationship and business development effort. In fact, according to a study by the Radicati Group, this year the average corporate employee will dedicate 28 percent of each workday to email, sending and receiving more than 115 messages.
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Informed decisions when choosing a healthcare provider
Mike WokaschMost would agree that healthcare is a major purchase. Whether it is for insurance or for out-of-pocket expenses, you are usually talking about hundreds, if not several thousand dollars per year. So how do healthcare customers make good, informed decisions about how to get the most out of their healthcare purchases?
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Compliance: Getting your staff to do what you want them to do
Harry J. FriedmanHow many hours a week do you spend being your staff's compliance cop? Whether you are responsible for one employee or 100, noncompliance is often a supervisor's biggest nightmare. You wear enough hats as it is. Want to get rid of the cop’s hat?
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The death and rebirth of journalism: End of an era
Ryan ClarkTwitter offers news in a medium that appeals to the contemporary news hound in a way that the Washington Post, The New York Times and CNN don't: short and concise tidbits in 140 characters or less. More importantly, it’s fast.
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Should your executive director be an association or industry expert?
Maria HuntleyIf you’re an association board member who is thinking about hiring a new executive director, this is probably the most important question you need to answer before you start the process of searching for your next staff leader. Should your executive director be an association or industry expert?
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Incentive programs: Good for you and your employees
Jessica TaylorHave you told your employees lately how much you appreciate them? Showing your appreciation encourages more efficiency within the workplace and creates a blissful atmosphere. Providing incentive programs and recognition to your employees will provide you with this blissfulness.
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Bumpy road for redevelopment getting smoother in Irving, Texas
Bambi MajumdarThe Heritage Crossing Redevelopment Project in Irving, Texas has seen more ups and downs since it was conceptualized in 2006 than perhaps any other downtown revitalization project. But plans have started moving forward recently, giving hope to this once-thriving area.