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Building a Dream Team Starts at the Top
An effective organizational culture is that powerful energizer that can mean the difference between progress and stagnation. It’s the invisible, but potent, force that makes the office either a place where employees develop what’s best in themselves and others or a situation so broken that negativity is the most tangible product. Several CEOs that my…
Read MoreTo Invite Innovation, Make Friends With Risk and Change
The book was inspired by changes that we were seeing in our consulting business. When we were new entrepreneurs, you could fit the scope of technology into the same neat boxes that contained the hardware and software that made it run. We watched those containers explode as IT pulled everything from communications to continuing education…
Read MoreA Shared Path to Success
Most associations experience some degree of tunnel vision. I am the person who turns a picture you’ve been staring at for years upside down and forces you to see it differently. I enjoy being a guide to these new environments. Over time, I’ve discovered that my clients reshape my vision as much as I change…
Read MoreReady to Grow Your Association? Freelancers Are Waiting to Help
Actually, the event occurred in the U.K. I think U.S. freelancers have yet to be honored with a designated holiday. But, mark my words, this new iteration of entrepreneurship is already redesigning the employment landscape. For associations seeking minimum risk with maximum impact, this pool of unencumbered talent could represent the next growth spurt. Surprising…
Read MoreJane Pearson Joins .orgSource Consulting Team
.orgSource is growing. We are pleased to announce that Jane Pearson has joined our consulting team. Jane is a branding, marketing, and communications expert. Her deep experience in developing effective promotional strategies will benefit our company and our clients. Jane’s goal is to ensure that our clients exceed their marketing objectives, improve sales, and strengthen…
Read MoreCelebrating Associations: How CHEST Took Operational Transformation to Heart
Association and History: Founded in 1935 by a single patient, CHEST (the American College of Chest Physicians) aims to advance the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of chest diseases through education, communication, and research. The Glenview, Ill.-based nonprofit offers content in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine throught its journal CHEST, year-round meetings, live and online courses, books, and mobile apps.…
Read MoreCelebrating Associations: Society of Critical Care Medicine
Association and History: Founded in 1970, the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) is the largest non-profit medical organization dedicated to promoting excellence and consistency in the practice of critical care. With 16,000 members in more than 100 countries, SCCM is the only organization that represents all professional components of the critical care team. The Society…
Read MoreCelebrating Associations: NJCPA’s Digital Transformation
Association and History: Founded in 1898, the New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants (NJCPA) is the largest professional organization serving the needs of the state’s CPAs and aspiring CPAs. NJCPA offers more than 500 continuing education programs each year, as well as other networking, leadership and volunteer opportunities. There are 11 chapters and numerous committees and interest groups…
Read More7 Tips for Creating a Comprehensive Communications Plan
During the Association Media & Publishing Annual Meeting, June 25-27 in Washington, D.C., I’ll reveal what it takes to create a comprehensive communication plan. I will co-present on this topic with Meg White, managing editor of REALTOR Magazine. Can’t make the session? Here’s a sneak peek on the 7 steps it takes to achieve a comprehensive communication plan: By developing a comprehensive communications plan, you can establish…
Read MoreFrictionless Implementation: How to Make Your Next System Launch a Smooth One
While these experiences are fairly common, they don’t have to be the norm for your organization. During AMS Fest, June 6-7 in Chicago, we will present on “Frictionless Implementation: A Case for Early and Ongoing User Adoption and Change Management.” (AMS Fest is where association executives, AMS consultants, and AMS vendors will convene for tactical and strategic sessions and platform previews). Can’t make…
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