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Delivering Excellence in the Age of AI or Association 4.0
Part One Excellence is never a given. Being identified as the best in anything from soccer to sales requires commitment and hard work. But for
Navigating the Future: How AGU Leverages Technology to Advance Earth and Space Sciences
The American Geophysical Union is an organization that revolves around science and technology. So, it was fascinating to interview Thad Lurie as a guest on
Make Space—Lighten the Load for Your Heavy Lifters
Stuff is falling off your plate. You’re surrounded by a scary pile of responsibilities. You could delegate. But you don’t have the time to bring
Soft Skills Support Hard Leadership Challenges
In a digital market moving at the speed of a video game, recruiting the right staff is a make-or-break activity. But what about the
.orgCommunity Leadership ColLAB Gets to the HEART of Technology
There’s always a magnet for attention in the room–that individual surrounded by a group of eager listeners. Have you ever wondered what spark makes them
A Technology Assessment Connects Intention and Ability
Do you have a friend whose house looks like it belongs to neat freak Felix Unger, but the closets and drawers are clearly owned by
Still Confused About AI, Learn the Facts A-Bot Us!
How many articles about AI have you read? Too many? Despite all the information, are you still a little confused about where this adventure is
Drones, Robots, and Farmers—Prepare Your Association to Meet Fast-Moving Technology Trends
To make a point about technology and its impact on the future of work, Hugh Lee, Co-Founder of Fusion Productions, told me this story: “Several
Tired of Operational Surprises? Ask These Strategic Questions
Surprise parties can be fun. If the balloon tower featuring your age got cancelled—even better. Surprises in business aren’t so welcome. When the membership director
Disruption Sunny Side Up
Disruption gets a bad rap. We are quick to see it as a faceless villain itching to lay waste to our future prospects. But shattering
To Get Close to Members, Follow MarTech Trends
Whether I’m writing about marketing, strategy, or technology, one idea always surfaces. Understanding members at a granular level has never been more important. We all
Commit to Your Team’s Success—They’ll Return the Favor
When you are the leader, you drive the team dynamics. Others take their cues from your behavior. This is an unavoidable consequence of being the