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Association 4.0—A Playbook for Success

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Those talks with association CEOs and executives who head businesses that service the association industry formed the basis for two books. To convince you to buy from me, you must believe that I can increase revenue, decrease costs, reduce cycle time, enhance the member experience, and finally, mitigate risk. Association 4.0:

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Stay the Course Through Changing Weather—Strategic Advice From Association CEOs 

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The association industry has a reputation for clinging to traditions as stubbornly as Linus hugs his trademark blanket. As the home of organizations that draw on decades of history, it’s not surprising that we love the security of time-honored strategies. Success belongs to organizations that adapt to a shifting environment.

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Beyond Bronze, Silver, and Gold—Grow Success With Purpose

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Simon Sinek A colleague recently referred to the time before the pandemic as “innocent.” This uncertainty prompted me to invite two of the most visionary people I know to spend time with me on my podcast considering the future of the association industry. Sharon offered an idea that has been on my mind for some time.

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Build a Mission-Worthy Team

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Bell is an associate professor of industrial and organizational psychology at DePaul University. Then you need an environment that maximizes individual talents while allowing groups to work successfully together. Hiring employees who are the right fit for this positive environment is a top priority. She studies team composition.

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Good CEO, Bad Call—How to Recover

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If you sense a problem brewing, you may already be knee-deep in a hot mess. While naming the problem may be extremely unpleasant, clarity is the beginning of a solution. Take enough time to accurately assess the situation. Staying ahead of business and industry trends is another way to access a continuous stream of expertise.

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Weave a Safety Net—Find the Right Strategic Partners

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It hurtled us into the future with no time to prepare for that demanding new reality. There was no working partnership with industry and public health. I can’t remember a time when the cultural, political, and economic environment was fraught with so much uncertainty. The pandemic was a wormhole.

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Be the Voice of Relevance—Make Mission, Vision, and Values Fit the Moment

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When you are considering an update, it’s also a good time to take the temperature of trust in your organization. We are hosting a guided exploration of what trust means for our future relationships with staff, boards, constituents, and the association industry. But today may be the moment to consider a more flexible approach.

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