It’s that time of the year again. Pools are open, kids are out of school, and tourists are out in full force. Summer has arrived. For many, the summer is a slow time; a chance to relax and perhaps enjoy a family vacation. If this is the case for you and your organization, you should […]
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Transparency in Associations: Policy Sample
Last week a member of the board of directors gave his meeting packet to a local chapter president. It included the parent organization’s proposed budget, roster of dropped members, and confidential contract proposals. When asked why, he said, “We’re a nonprofit, we have to share the information with members.” It is true there are regulations […]
Great Leaders are Enemies of the Status Quo
Most effective leaders see themselves as having a positive attitude. They would never describe themselves as the enemy of very much at all. But as I have read and interacted with some excellent leaders, I have grown to understand that they all have a common foe. They are all enemies of the status quo. STATUS […]
Three Social Media Tips for Small Nonprofits
In preparation for a presentation, the question came to my mind, “If you could give small associations and chambers three pieces of social media advice, what would they be?” Today I share with you the answer to this question and hope you’ll find value in this advice. Know your audience This piece of advice is […]
Strategic Planning: Enjoy the journey
When my kids were little, my wife and I always prided ourselves on pushing off the savings until later and taking the kids on lots of vacations. We looked at this as an investment in their childhood, our family, and a mutual love of traveling. We felt very lucky to have taken these family trips […]
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