by Ed Evarts | May 9, 2019 | Participation, Visibility and Value
If engaging with an industry association in such a way that requires a high level of commitment is not for you, here are a few roles that can require a lower level of commitment: Guest. Also known affectionately as a “non-member,” most association meetings and events...
by Ed Evarts | May 7, 2019 | Participation, 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 varies in their degree of commitment and complexity. Roles that can require a high level of commitment are those such as:...
by Ed Evarts | May 2, 2019 | Interacting, Participation, Visibility and Value
Industry association memberships are work-related An important mindset for you, your boss, and your organization is that your association membership is work-related. This is not an extracurricular activity. The benefits to you and your organization are compelling and...
by Ed Evarts | Apr 25, 2019 | Interacting, Participation, Visibility and Value
You need to make sure that you have your boss’s buy in on your spending time attending industry events, otherwise her lack of support can be a significant hurdle. There are several things you can do to help make sure that her mindset is only a hurdle, rather...
by Ed Evarts | Apr 23, 2019 | Interacting, Participation, Visibility and Value
Balancing work and industry events Balancing work and industry events in your busy organization is not easy. Engaging with industry associations can become harder if your boss doesn’t support the concept. Your boss may feel that industry association meetings are...