All associations and chambers strive to represent their members. While some organizations have government affairs teams, those without such a team may feel that establishing and maintaining a relationship with elected officials, especially those on the national stage, can be daunting. As a former congressional staffer, I hope this post can guide those in organizations […]
Making a Good Impression on Your New Employee: Focus on the First Day
We all know how important it is to make a good first impression. Whether you’re talking with a potential member, interviewing for a new opportunity, or meeting the friends or family of a significant other, you want to make sure they leave that interaction with a positive impression. But how focused are we when it […]
Give Workplace Stress the Boot
“I’ve been feeling a lot of extra pressure at work lately and it seems like my head is spinning. I can’t stop worrying about everything I have to do at work, even when I’m at home. ” A friend recently told me this while we were catching up on the phone, and it made me […]