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Do you consider yourself an expert?
Maria Huntley Association ManagementBy definition, being an expert isn't something that happens overnight. It is a goal toward which individuals must work and gain overtime through experience, professional development and commitment. To me, being an expert is somewhat prestigious.
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Before saying ‘yes’ to serving on a board
Robert C. Harris Association ManagementMy friend was asked to join a board of directors. I could see that he was flattered and considering the invite, but I don't think he knew what questions to ask about serving on a board. Here's a checklist prospective board members may want to consider
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Advocacy and mission: Are you telling the story?
Bob Fitch Association ManagementThere are five important areas that an association board is responsible for: (1) mission, vision and planning; (2) structure and policy; (3) delegation; (4) accountability; and (5) advocacy. Let's take a look at No. 5, advocacy, which is oftentimes the most overlooked responsibility of board members.
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10 steps forward-thinking associations are taking
Maria Huntley Association ManagementAssociations have the opportunity to thrive in a changing environment — if they are willing to change. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, a majority of the work force will be represented by Generation Y by 2015. That is just next year, folks. Here are the 10 steps I have seen forward-thinking associations take.
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Can interview techniques squash boring business meetings?
Catherine Iste Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementMeetings and interviews can be some of the worst job experiences. We can have too many or not enough. They can go too long or you can run out of time. And frequently, people leave with a different understanding of how it went and what happens next.
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Who killed strategic planning?
Michael J. Berens Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementStrategic planning is dead. So claims economist Bill Conerly in a series of articles for Forbes. That may come as welcome news to many executives and managers who have long questioned the value of developing strategic plans.
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The 10 commandments of hiring and employee retention
Mel Kleiman Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementRecruiting and hiring the right employees is essential to the success of your business. If you will follow these commandments and remain focused, dedicated and committed to hiring the best, you will soon see that your organization becomes just that — the best.
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Whose role is it?
Robert C. Harris Association ManagementIt takes a partnership of the board president and the executive director to sustain good governance and management. Consideration should be given to whose role it is when carrying out governance and management duties.
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4 steps to effective performance management
D. Albert Brannen Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementGetting the most out of employees has always challenged employers. It is particularly difficult in today's highly-regulated business environment with increased global competition and changing employee attitudes. Performance management is not just about dealing with the poor performers.
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8 ways generating content before your show will increase engagement
Trace Cohen Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementHaving been to hundreds of shows, conferences, expos and tradeshows, I'm still baffled by the fact that it's almost impossible to find out what the exhibitors at the show do before it starts.
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