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What CEO Compensation Looks Like Now
Thanks to COVID-19, associations want change agents in the corner office, but budgets are tight. The savvy new CEO, one expert says, will be creative and study contracts closely.
Why Mentoring Matters More During the COVID-19 Crisis
At a time when not much feels certain about the world, having someone in your corner to turn to can help to make work life a little more manageable.
Why Your (Remote) Office Needs a Few Friends
Office friendships are an underappreciated part of your culture. Leaders don’t have to make everybody pals, but in a remote environment, it pays to encourage them. Every so often, I miss office hallways. It’s not that hallways are so charming in themselves. They’re just blank, anonymous, in-between spaces. But that’s what makes them so powerful. […]
The New Normal for Hiring and Onboarding
For associations that are still looking to fill job roles, especially in the C-suite, different rules apply. It's a time for distanced interviewing and “culture buddies.”
Daily Buzz: Learn How to Go With Your Gut
Why trusting your intuition can lead to smart decisions. Also: Customer service is key during this time of uncertainty.
Preserving Your Organizational Culture From a Distance
Even if workers aren't in a physical space, they still want a sense of how an organization behaves. Leaders need to find ways to communicate it.
Daily Buzz: How to Work Well With Your Board
Start by setting clear guidelines, boundaries, and expectations. Also: What is drawing users to subscribe to email newsletters?
What Success Looks Like for Association Diversity
A recent conversation on diversity, equity, and inclusion put a spotlight on the hard work associations are doing. The next step should address how leadership mirrors those ambitions.
Daily Buzz: Leaders Should Maintain Work-Life Balance, Too
When leaders focus on health and well-being, their employees will follow suit. Also: Designing a more effective continuity plan.
Leading During a Pandemic: Why Diverse Leadership Matters More Than Ever
COVID-19 has pressed associations to build boards with people who are flexible and eager to lead, and who bring new perspectives to the table. Diversity initiatives offer a path to get there.
