by Ed Evarts | Sep 6, 2017 | Interacting, Relationships, Responsiveness, Visibility and Value
I am working with a client who does not like the relationship she has with her boss. Not having a great relationship with your boss is a very common experience and this is important because the most important relationship you have in your workplace is with your boss....
by Ed Evarts | Aug 30, 2017 | Interacting, Participation, Relationships, Visibility and Value
The types of industry associations that exist are endless. In an effort to create camaraderie among industry professionals, share best practices, provide education, and create opportunity, every industry is represented by numerous associations. Here are just a couple...
by Ed Evarts | Aug 23, 2017 | Interacting, Participation, Relationships, Visibility and Value
Last, we learned about the various roles you can play when engaging with industry associations. Each role has varying degrees of commitment and complexity. Here are a few details for each: Guest. Also known affectionately as a “non-member,” most association meetings...
by Ed Evarts | Aug 16, 2017 | Interacting, Participation, Relationships, Visibility and Value
You can engage with an industry association in several ways. In most associations, there is something for everyone, and each of these roles vary in their degree of commitment and complexity. You can actively engage with an industry association as a: Guest Member...
by Ed Evarts | Aug 9, 2017 | Interacting, Participation, Relationships, Visibility and Value
Once you convince your boss that your membership and your attendance is work-related, you want to have your organization pay for your membership or registration fees. How do you start? You could write a memo similar to the example below, or use the key points from...
by Ed Evarts | Jul 26, 2017 | Interacting, Participation, Relationships, Visibility and Value
An important mindset for you, your boss, and your organization is that your membership in an industry association is work-related. This is not an extracurricular activity. The benefits to you and your organization, as we reviewed in prior posts, are compelling and...
