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Weave a Safety Net—Find the Right Strategic Partners

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Isolation taught us the value of the relationships and the technology that sustained our communities. But the relationships we cultivated over years were critical in the early days.” Kristine’s Story The goal of the Kitchen Cabinet was to talk about the great things restaurants do in Milwaukee. But COVID reinforced that lesson.

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To Survive a Crisis, Lean Into Trust—CEOs Share Pandemic Stories

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This climate of skepticism continues to spread throughout social, cultural, and governmental institutions. Their stories explored the value that credibility brings to every relationship and the most stressful situations. We were in the office full-time pre-COVID, so we had a strong internal culture,” Kristine noted.

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Resilience Rides the Waves of Disruption

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We were living in the midst of cultural, technological, and economic instability long before the pandemic. In the past, resilience, like culture building, may have been viewed as a “soft” skill because the qualities that are involved don’t directly impact the bottom line. But, according to Sharon, leadership is the bottom line.

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Making the Switch – 5 Best Practices for a Successful CRM Implementation

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Having the right CRM system in place means improved communication and enhanced relationships, streamlined daily operations, your team being able to collaborate and work more efficiently, and management being able to have a clear view of your alumni, donors, and constituents. Give yourself the grace of time needed to get there.