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The No-Excuses Guide to Greatness

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 16:56:19 GMT

A decade after his game-changing book Good to Great, Jim Collins has wrapped up one of the most influential leadership research projects in the world. The final book in his series, Great by Choice, examines why some organizations thrive in an environment of "uncertainty, chaos, and luck." Good news: Leaders have more control than they think.

Quiz: How Well Do You Know Your Insurance Coverage?

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:29:03 GMT

Six questions to check your knowledge—and correct misconceptions—about your insurance policies.

The Favorites Game: Leadership Development 2.0

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:29:03 GMT

Women's Foodservice Forum CEO Fritzi Woods on her favorite professional risk, business icon, and more.

Upgrade Your Volunteer Board Experience

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:29:03 GMT

Three ways to get the most from your board service.

Why You Need an Investment Policy Statement

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:29:03 GMT

Draft an IPS to demonstrate that your 401(k) plan sponsor is making prudent investment decisions.

Global Evolution Produces Association's First Non-U.S. President

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:29:03 GMT

How ASIS International's efforts to nurture leaders from abroad put a Dutch president at the helm.

Cautious Optimism in a Recovery

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:29:03 GMT

Association CEOs and members make predictions for 2012 in two recent ASAE Foundation economy surveys.

6 Key Steps to Better Advocacy

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:29:03 GMT

On Capitol Hill and in statehouses around the country, lawmakers are bombarded with messages from individuals and groups trying to influence their legislative decisions. Will they hear yours? They will if you take a smart approach that cuts through all the noise.

Making Tradeshow Connections

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:29:03 GMT

When your exhibitors and attendees make productive business connections at your event, you keep them coming back. Here's how one association used high-tech tools to make those connections happen. (Titled "Tradeshow Speed Dating" in the print edition.

What's Next for Strategic Planning

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:29:02 GMT

Is strategic planning dead, or is it just evolving? Associations Now gathered five experts to discuss what smart, future-focused plans look like and how to get boards to support them. (Titled "The Future of Planning for the Future" in the print edition.)

Let Your Freak Flag Fly

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:29:02 GMT

Our buttoned-up office cultures are stifling the diversity, creativity, and passion that are necessary for an association to innovate and excel. It's time for you to stop holding back and to start bringing your whole self to your work, and it's a leader's job to make sure everyone else can, too. It's time to let your freak flag fly.

Opportunities for Associations Following the Arab Spring

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:29:02 GMT

A year after the Arab Spring, emerging democracies in the Middle East and North Africa are reshaping their governments and building new economies. Associations have a historic opportunity to export their model of self-regulation to support freedom and economic growth in the region—while benefitting association communities both here and abroad. (Titled "A Moment for Action" in the print edition.)

Hard Numbers: Governance

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:29:02 GMT

A look at key data on governance.

ASAE Foundation Study Delves Into the Future of Tradeshows

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:29:02 GMT

The latest on the research partnership between the ASAE Foundation and the Cornell Center for Hospitality Research.

As Economy Revives, Nonprofits Need Better Workforce Planning

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:29:02 GMT

A new survey looks at the recruiting challenges nonprofits face.

CEO to CEO: Low-Cost Operation Tips and Best Constructive Criticism

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:29:02 GMT

Low-cost approaches to address association needs and great constructive criticism from staff.

Dinner and Community Building, All in One

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:29:02 GMT

At their three-day annual meeting, Net Impact organizes "no-host" group dinners, where each group is assigned a discussion topic so the attendees can choose a table according to their interests.

Get Strategic With Your Technology

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:29:02 GMT

The Snow and Ice Management Association aligned its tech strategy with its overall mission to better serve members.

Open to Interpretation

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:29:02 GMT

Translation is an essential part of the work of a global association. But who does the translating? How do you check translations for accuracy? And how do you decide what to translate in the first place? Three associations show how they get their international members speaking the same language.

The Mistake of Not Admitting Mistakes

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:29:02 GMT

Leaders must be models of trust and humility, and a leader who can admit his or her own mistakes will set an example for colleagues to follow.

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Wed, 28 Mar 2012 18:18:21 GMT

Comments

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:49:53 GMT

Readers share their views on recent Associations Now articles.

Smart Moves

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:49:53 GMT

A roundup of new hires and personnel announcements in the association industry.

Connect With Congress

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:49:53 GMT

Learn about The Power of A Week and what it can do for your association.

Create a Smart Resume

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:49:53 GMT

A career expert explains how to revamp your resume to show that you're an intelligent worker.

CEO to CEO: Team Building and Capturing Knowledge

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:49:53 GMT

The best team-building activity and capturing knowledge from a departing employee.

9 Questions for Developing a Disaster Plan

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:49:53 GMT

How being prepared helped the Outer Banks Association of Realtors deal with the aftermath of Hurricane Irene.

The Favorites Game: The Lowdown on Luck

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:49:53 GMT

Great by Choice coauthor Morten Hansen on his favorite business myth, nonconforming leader, and more.

A Strong Showing for Nondues Revenue

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:49:53 GMT

Even associations that rely most heavily on dues dollars get more than half of their revenue from other sources.

An Opportunity in China

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:49:53 GMT

When the global marketplace changed, the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries seized the day.