While at the World Bank, I worked on a project to build 120 global communities of practice. Through my work, I learned what it takes to bring groups of professionals together and guide their focus to the topics most important to their sectors. One advantage of working with a community of professionals is the opportunity […]
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One of the most important relationships within an association is between the CEO and the Board. The Board’s role is to envision and develop strategy, and the CEO is there to operationalize that strategy, and most often, serves as a strategic partner. The relationship between the CEO and the Board can make or break an
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One of my favorite books is The Developing Mind by Dan Siegel, the founder and leading thinker in interpersonal neurobiology. When Siegel talks about consciousness, he’s not just talking about the brain; he’s talking about the entire being. Siegel explains that every aspect of us has developed in response to our environment to make
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I’ve been reflecting on the myriad change projects I’ve been involved with, those dealing with internal transformation and those with external outcomes. During my reflection, I came upon two aspects that I feel were integral to the success of those projects. The first, I call, Web vs. Parade. During my time at the World Bank,
I want to share an exciting new model I’ve discovered in a book titled The Interaction Field, written by Erich Joachimsthaler. The core concept is that we are moving away from the traditional, linear, capitalist transaction-based model. The selling of goods and services in exchange for margin can only be scaled linearly. The Interactive Field
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Recovery from the pandemic is beginning to jumpstart economies. Some sectors are already experiencing an influx of revenue due to newly passed legislation. An economic boom is on the horizon, and organizations must prepare. How will your association differentiate itself from the pack? How will you attract the funding and market that allow your association
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I want to introduce you to Mark Levy, the cohost of my new podcast, Planet of the Associations. Mark is a differentiation expert who has worked with companies, brands, thought leaders, TV shows, and more to create big sexy ideas – ideas so strong that people will want to talk about them and know
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Good news is on the horizon. We are now beginning to see the light at the end of the pandemic tunnel. Soon we’ll be able to gather safely with family, friends, and colleagues. As we begin the recovery process, I thought it would be good to share the five stages of crisis recovery to help
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Experts are predicting an economic rebound this summer. Many associations are reimagining what’s possible in the years ahead. How do you make sure that new ideas and redesigns will take hold across the organization? How do you get stakeholders to accept, embrace, engage, and buy into anything? In 2001, Dr. Christina Economos led a team
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I am partnering with Mark Levy to bring you a new video blog and podcast, Planet of the Associations! Mark is a differentiation expert and an all-around amazing person. You may have heard of Simon Sinek of Start with Why fame. Mark helped Simon find his why. Mark is also a magic consultant and co-designed
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