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Tracking the authority of an association
Robert C. Harris Association ManagementWho authorizes an association to exist? From where does the board get its authority to act? How did the founders envision perpetuity as a nonprofit, exempt organization? Some say authority comes from "the membership." Others suggest a "parent association" has provided a memorandum of understanding.
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Survey: Americans start tapping 401(k), other retirement funds as COVID-19…
Terri Williams Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementA June poll by American Consumer Credit Counseling, a nonprofit credit counseling agency, reveals an increase in Americans who report having zero confidence in the U.S. economy. The majority — 80% — of respondents say they were impacted by the COVID-19 shutdown. As a result, 22% of respondents say they’ve borrowed from their 401(k) accounts or other retirement savings.
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US payrolls add 1.8 million jobs; jobless rate drops to 10.2%
Seth Sandronsky Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementEmployers added 1.8 million nonfarm new hires in July, down from 4.8 million jobs created in June, according to the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics. July’s rate of unemployment dropped to 10.2% from June’s 11.1%. July’s numbers indicate the reopening of commerce closed to slow the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. Most major worker groups saw their unemployment rates fall.
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How to improve communication across departments
Indiana Lee Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementGood communication has always been an important aspect of a healthy, thriving business. And yet, with the coronavirus pandemic scattering countless employees, teams, and departments to the four winds, maintaining proper communication channels has never been more critical to success. As the ongoing situation continues, remote teams must work to improve their modes of communication.
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Without baseball crowds, some businesses grapple with a grim new reality
Kevin Reynolds Sports & FitnessWhen people call baseball "America's pastime," it has little to do with the country's current interest in the sport. Baseball is the ultimate reliable companion. For 162 nights, baseball will be on in the background of people’s homes and bars. The 60-game, fanless sprint in Major League Baseball for 2020 is the antithesis of what anyone has known about the sport. And now, vendors and communities are paying a price.
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How to work with a resistant client
Victoria Fann Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementIf you've been in business a while, you've inevitably encountered a few resistant clients along the way. It's one of the most challenging aspects of being in business. Sometimes, the resistance is so strong, it can even make you question why you're still in business. Unfortunately, it's easy to fall into the trap of taking a client's resistance personally and start second-guessing yourself.
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7 smart tips for nailing a virtual pitch
Gail Short Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementThe coronavirus pandemic and the need for social distancing have forced millions of Americans to work from home. That goes for startup founders, CEOs and sales teams, too. But problems with video equipment can make pitching via video chat more challenging than a traditional face-to-face meeting, says Luis Vasquez, associate director of Venture Capital Collaboration at UC Irvine Beall Applied Innovation.
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Why focusing on value-driven digital marketing could be the key to your…
Lisa Mulcahy MarketingAs a digital or social media marketer looking to appropriately guide your brand messaging through the pandemic, your most important job throughout this sensitive period is to strike the right tone. The solution: focus on value-driven content. What points are most important to focus on so you're truly speaking to your audience's needs? Put your team's full attention on the following five essential areas.
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Practical ways to reduce gender inequality in the workplace
D. Albert Brannen Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementStudies still show that working women are paid about 80 cents for every dollar men are paid. These studies suggest that women are at a disadvantage when it comes to holding higher-paying jobs and that men are generally on more accelerated career paths. This article offers some practical suggestions for actions that human resources professionals can take in their companies to address and hopefully improve this gender inequality.
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Flying scared? You’re not alone
Lark Gould Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementThe COVID-19 pandemic has greatly impacted how comfortable Americans are traveling these days, especially if that trip involves a flight. In fact, a new survey from The Manifest shows that more than two-thirds of Americans these days are afraid to fly the friendly skies. Older Americans are particularly concerned when it comes to regions experiencing surges in cases.
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