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The Unrecognized Risk of Status Quo Problem-Solving Skills for Grantmakers

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In a sector that is so risk-averse—afraid of change, reluctant to explore new ideas, and adopt new practices—why do we rely on super risky problem-solving skills? She encourages us, as sector professionals, to rethink our outdated problem-solving habits and stop making assumptions without acknowledgment and testing.

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Association 4.0—A Playbook for Success

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Cultivate Innovation and Problem Solving Whether entrepreneurs inherit a gene for invention or not, once they are thrown into the business shark tank, they quickly learn to swim. leaders imagine the next problem before it surfaces and are willing to test, experiment, and iterate until they find the solution. Association 4.0

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A New Way To Think For Business Leaders

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Martin , he urges business leaders to toss out the old ways of thinking, and instead try new models in every domain of management – from competition and customers to strategy, data, culture, talent, mergers and acquisitions, and everything in-between. But very few people question the efficacy of the models, even though they don’t work.

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Three Data-Informed Strategies for Better Member Engagement

Association Analytics

As a result they were able to sunset three underperforming newsletters that required significant resources for the team. IAEE is able to use these sessions to mine for common problems members are facing, that the association can help them solve and identify areas where the association can develop new programs and products.

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Want To Be a Leader? Get to Know Yourself

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And, without self-awareness, it’s impossible to be a role model for others. The opportunity to share challenges, in confidence, with the brightest colleagues in the business is an invaluable resource. Be an Active Listener A group of advisors is an invaluable career resource. It sounds simple. The post Want To Be a Leader?

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Weave a Safety Net—Find the Right Strategic Partners

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We advocated fiercely for our members to get protective resources. Sponsorships are the model that we’re all most familiar with. Provide access to resources such as professional development, non-dues revenue, or other member-friendly services that enhance engagement. Offer opportunities that advance each partner’s mission.

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5 Steps for Dealing With Problem Employees

NonProfit Hub

At some point, we all have to deal with problem employees: people who are just plain difficult. But there might be more to the problem than meets the eye. They have their own problems and hardships that you might be completely oblivious to. You serve as a role model for your employees. But it’s not the end of the world.

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