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You’ve closed the deal. Now what?

Terri Williams Business Management, Services & Risk Management

Negotiating is a valuable skill in any industry or role. However, one thing that separates good negotiators from great negotiators is that the latter understand that closing the deal isn't the end of the process. As the world becomes more interconnected, it’s increasingly more important to comprehend the various nuances involved in international negotiations. According to Eliane Karsaklian, author of "The After Deal: What Happens After You Close a Deal?" the success of a negotiation depends on understanding that the negotiation process is not over when a deal is signed.

Why you should incorporate props into a board meeting

Robert C. Harris Association Management

The chief elected officer is given a gavel. Its purpose is to convene the meeting and maintain order. What else could be on the board table to enhance the meeting? Consider props. Props are used to enhance an experience. For example, a magician has a wand to improve the effect.

5 key factors in e-commerce to adapt your digital marketing strategy to…

Lisa Mulcahy Marketing

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, your marketing strategies for your brand have likely boiled down to two essential goals: stay alive and be profitable. Now it's time to start shifting the nuance of your approach a bit. In order to thrive and increase your brand's profits as your customers accept their "new normal," you need to read some tea leaves. Specifically, you need to understand how to navigate five crucial e-commerce conditions that will determine how well your messaging reaches your audience.

Can the RESTAURANTS Act save the industry?

Bambi Majumdar Food & Beverage

The restaurant industry desperately needs help. Its millions of employees are looking at the RESTAURANTS Act to help them get through the coronavirus pandemic’s economic devastation. Locally owned restaurants across America have joined forces with the Independent Restaurant Coalition (IRC) to lobby for Congress' support on this legislation.

Infographic: What has COVID-19 taught us about cybersecurity?

Maggie Kimberl Science & Technology

If we've learned anything from the COVID-19 pandemic it's that we aren't prepared, and that is especially true when it comes to cybersecurity. There has been a sharp increase in hacking and phishing activity since the start of the pandemic because hackers knew they could exploit our stress while we were adjusting to working and schooling from home. Find out more about the new state of cybersecurity with this infographic.

How to cultivate a problem-solving culture with your team

Deborah Ike Religious Community

This year has brought several challenges. Many of these have forced church leaders to get creative and develop new ways of doing things. Thankfully, even if you’re the senior pastor, you don’t have to figure this all out on your own. You have a team, whether paid or all-volunteer, who can help you handle the next challenge. However, developing problem-solving skills takes intentional practice and action.

How the CDC’s ban on evictions affects small landlords

Terri Williams Business Management, Services & Risk Management

On Sept. 1, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced an order to halt residential evictions through Dec. 31, 2020. The CDC issued the order under Section 361 of the Public Health Service Act in an effort to prevent the further spread of COVID-19. The CDC notes that the order doesn't relieve individuals of their obligation to pay rent, and doesn't preclude charging or collecting fees, penalties, and interest as the result of failing to pay rent in a timely manner.

US payrolls add 1.4 million jobs; unemployment rate drops to 8.4%

Seth Sandronsky Business Management, Services & Risk Management

Employers added 1.4 million nonfarm new hires in August, down from the creation of 1.8 million jobs in July, according to the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics. August’s rate of unemployment fell to 8.4% from July’s 10.2%. Driving such improvements were economic reopening and Census 2020 hiring. The number of unemployed workers on temporary layoff dropped to 6.2 million in August compared with July’s 9.2 million, according to the BLS.

Infographic: The complete guide to authentication methods

Dylan Press Science & Technology

In 2018, 81% of security incidents were tied to stolen or weak passwords. Passwords just aren't secure, and hackers attack every 39 seconds. So, how do we achieve security online? This infographic outlines alternative authentication methods as well as the security level of each.

How to use a video as a prelude to a board meeting

Robert C. Harris Association Management

"We are volunteers, we have real jobs. How do we know where to focus our energy and what to expect at board meetings?" is a question from busy directors. Board meetings are infrequent. When the meetings do occur, it is an occasion that benefits from preparation. To build excitement and understanding for a meeting, use a video prelude and a consent agenda.

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