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Be Productive Anywhere: Tips for Getting Work Done During a Flight Delay
Airport and plane delays on the rise, which means that busy travelers may want to make the most of their time. Turns out that a little productivity might actually be possible.
Amid Epstein Scandal, Fundraising Group Puts Focus on Ethics in Philanthropy
With major universities facing criticism for taking donations from Jeffrey Epstein, the Association of Fundraising Professionals is urging organizations to ensure they have ethics policies in place to guide their fundraising activities.
California Contractor Bill Will Have Far-Reaching Impact, Associations Say
Several associations are raising concerns about a recently passed California measure that was touted as targeting gig economy businesses, saying it could bring new costs and workforce challenges in many other industries that rely on contractors.
A Quiet Art Conservation Association Gets a Little Less Quiet
For nearly 70 years, the Cleveland-based Intermuseum Conservation Association has quietly helped to preserve and maintain art throughout the Midwest. Its next restoration project? Its own building.
Daily Buzz: Start an Employee Advocacy Program
Influencer marketing might rein in some A-list names, but employees have more leverage with audiences. Also: lessons from Boeing’s 737 Max fail.
Illinois Solar Group Opens Industry’s Doors to Public With Statewide Tour
The Illinois Solar Energy Association has open houses taking place throughout the state later this month to highlight solar energy’s use in both homes and businesses to the public.
Daily Buzz: Reframe Your Work Approach to Minimize Burnout
Setting too high of expectations for yourself? Change your work mindset to keep burnout at bay. Also: the Golden Rule of annual meetings.
Daily Buzz: Market Education Programs to Nonmembers
Nonmembers are searching for continued learning programs, too. Don’t exclude them by marketing only to members. Also: why meeting planners should collaborate with digital marketers.
California Bill Treats Contractors as Employees
A groundbreaking bill passed by the California Senate extends labor protections and employee benefits to many workers previously considered contractors. Associations that use freelancers in the state may need to reclassify them as full-time employees starting in 2020.
Advertising Group Builds Internal Resource for Boosting Marketing Measurement
After years of working with outside groups on marketing measurement initiatives, the Association of National Advertisers is developing an internal program that aims to build some messaging consistency.
