When Does It Get Good? is for the overachievers, perfectionists, leaders, and consummate doers who give everything to everything. From the outside, it looks like you have it all but you secretly feel like something’s still missing. In this twice-monthly show, we’ll dive into why it still feels this way and how you can create the joy, success, and peace of mind you crave. We’ll cover topics like how to stop questioning your judgment, unlocking your natural creativity and talent, leading with ...
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Welcome to the Association Chat Podcast, hosted by KiKi L'Italien, a luminary in the world of association leadership and community engagement. Recognized as a trailblazer and influencer, KiKi brings her wealth of experience and insights to this unique platform, which has become a cornerstone in the association industry. In each episode, we delve deep into the heart of associations, uncovering the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities that shape the world of organizational leadership. ...
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Associations Need Entrepreneurial Moves to Avoid the “Membership Cliff”
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In this special association podcast collaboration episode, Association Chat host KiKi L'Italien is joined by four other association consultants and podcasters to explore the growing importance of associations to consider roles like Chief Entrepreneur Officers, and how associations themselves can foster a more entrepreneurial mindset. We also touch …
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E13: Life's Greatest Distraction: Worrying About What Others Think
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“This isn’t about ignoring what others think. It’s about understanding it and choosing how it impacts us,” declares Zovig Garboushian as she unpacks the fear of judgment and learns to embrace humility. This humility, she argues, is the key to overcoming the worry about others’ opinions and finding more freedom to be oneself. In this episode, Zovig …
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Financial Factors to Consider Before Quitting a Job to Side Hustle Full Time
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In this episode of Association Chat, host KiKi L'Italien is joined by Jennifer Lewi to discuss the key financial factors everyone should consider when planning to transition from their current job to making their side hustle their full-time occupation. Learn more about Association Chat's title sponsor, Big Red M: https://bigredm.com/ Watch this ful…
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E12: Leaving at Intermission & Other Good Things About Getting Older With Cheryl Sternberg
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Aging gracefully means knowing when to leave at intermission, embracing the freedom to live authentically, and finding joy in the unexpected benefits of getting older. In this episode, Zovig Garboushian invites her longtime friend and retired boomer Cheryl Sternberg to discuss the intricacies of aging across generational lines. They share their ric…
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Matrix Moves, Membership Magic, and Association Insights!
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In this episode of Association Chat, host KiKi L'Italien talks about member retention strategies and answers quirky questions from our community. Discover why consistent communication matters, how to make your events more inclusive, and what superpower KiKi would choose if she could. Spoiler: It involves instant ninja skills! Tune in for a mix of e…
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New Member Onboarding and Dining with Anthony Bourdain
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In this episode of the Association Chat Podcast, host KiKi L'Italien delves into innovative ways to onboard new members, sharing practical tips like personalized welcome packages, mentorship programs, and interactive webinars. KiKi answers a fun listener question. Tune in for actionable insights, engaging stories, and a touch of humor. Subscribe fo…
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E11: Letting Go of Control through Psychedelics & Plant Medicine, with My Husband Stephen Bourne
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Unveiling the intricate synergy between psychedelics, plant medicine, and their profound impact on relationships, today's discussion offers enlightening insights into the transformative journeys of self-discovery and connection. In this episode, Zovig Garboushian joins her husband, Stephen Bourne, to share their personal experiences with these powe…
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Hybrid Meetings, Karaoke, and Road Trippin' to Cleveland
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In this special episode, KiKi L'Italien answers a question about strategies for boosting member engagement in hybrid events. Then, we switch gears as KiKi shares her go-to karaoke song and reminisces about unforgettable karaoke nights in Charleston. Plus, get the scoop on the exciting Association Chat Road Trip to ASAE Annual in Cleveland, complete…
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E10: Why Tools, Tips & Tricks Don't Cure Self-Doubt
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“A tool, while useful, cannot cure self-doubt,” says Zovig Garboushian, but it can guide our evolution. In this episode, Zovig challenges the allure of quick-fix solutions to complex behavioral issues in executive coaching. She discusses how frequent requests for tools to manage procrastination or public speaking anxiety often reveal deeper issues …
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Price is Right –– Helping Associations Find Financial Resilience
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Associations need to focus on financial resilience, innovative pricing strategies, and value proposition in order to thrive in a changing landscape and ensure their existence. 00:00 📚 Associations need financial resilience and pricing aligned with value to thrive, as traditional revenue sources have shifted and competition comes from partners, not …
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E9: DJ Meets Corporate Leadership With Emily Griffin
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“Being an artist absolutely is what keeps me, ‘me’ in the corporate ecosystem,” says DJ and Director of Programs for Microsoft’s Global Experiences, Emily Griffin. In this episode, Emily discusses how she balances her roles in tech and music while maintaining her authenticity. At Microsoft, Emily shapes the organizational culture to boost employee …
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E8: My Work With Psychedelics and Plant Medicine
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There is a place for psychedelics in the pursuit of personal growth according to Zovig Garboushian. In this episode, Zovig shares her experiences with MDMA, LSD, and psilocybin, showing how these tools have profoundly shaped her understanding and acceptance of herself. Emphasizing that her insights are drawn from personal use rather than profession…
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E7: The Many Faces of Confidence with Startup Founder Danielle Letayf
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“Are we born with it? Do we develop it? Is it a choice? Is it the result?” Zovig Garboushian ponders the essence of confidence. “And I say, yes, it's all of those things. And by the way, it looks different on everyone,” she asserts. In this episode, Zovig sits down with Danielle Letayf, CEO and founder of Badassery, to explore the multifaceted natu…
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Avoidance Aftermath – Uncovering the Hidden Costs of Inaction
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Avoidance and inaction in the workplace and in personal relationships can have significant negative consequences, and it is important to address and overcome these patterns in order to foster growth and psychological safety. 00:00 🔍 Avoidance and inaction have hidden costs, leading to negative assumptions, personalization, and a negative impact on …
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E6: You Are Not a Fake - A R.E.A.L. Way to Debunk the Imposter
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“I don't believe in impostor syndrome,” says Zovig Garboushian, as she challenges the terminology itself and explores the unsettling experience faced by many achievers and leaders. Zovig discusses how environments filled with comparisons and the constant need to prove one's worth can amplify feelings of imposter syndrome. She touches upon the added…
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E5: Shift Happens: Unexpected Career Moves with KiKi L'Italien
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Feeling stuck in your career path or contemplating a significant change? Zovig Garboushian explores this question with her former colleague, KiKi L'Italien, the VP of Marketing for Big Red M and Editor-in-Chief of Association Chat. KiKi shares insights into her pivotal shift from a decade-long career as a solopreneur to embracing a role within a la…
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Your Secret Leadership Superpower | Zovig Garboushian
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Think the secret to skyrocketing your leadership and team performance is all about working harder or networking more? Think again. In this episode of Association Chat, KiKi L'Italien teams up with executive coach Zovig Garboushian to dive deep into why the most successful leaders might just be the ones who know themselves best. Why It’s Time to Loo…
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"People-pleasing is a killer of our physical, emotional, financial, mental, and spiritual energy, and it's a total time suck," declares host Zovig Gaboushian as she delves into the detrimental impact of prioritizing others over oneself. Exploring the underlying causes of people-pleasing, from past traumas to an ingrained need for validation and fea…
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Perfectionism holds us back. While this may sound like stating the obvious, it's actually much more complex. Zovig Garboushian explores this complexity in this episode of “When Does It Get Good?” by delving into the nuanced differences between striving for excellence and falling into the trap of perfectionism—a path marked by external pressures, fe…
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E2: 6 Coaching Principles to Help You Feel Personal Freedom
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"Let go or be dragged." This is one of the favorite quotes of host Zovig Garboushian that aligns perfectly with one of her executive coaching principles. In this episode of "When Does It Get Good," Zovig shares the transformative power of embracing six core principles in both coaching and personal life: Take it or leave it. You are always at choice…
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E1: My Take on Self-Awareness And Why It's Critical For a Good Life
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“Self-awareness is not just the idea that you've gone to therapy or you've listened to some feedback or you've taken a personality assessment or two” says Zovig Garboushian as she unpacks the first episode of "When Does It Get Good?," Zovig delves into the essence of self-awareness. She says self-awareness is not just about recognizing your traits …
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A Hot Take on Trust – Do They Trust Your Association?
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In this episode of Association Chat, host KiKi L'Italie explores the complex world of trust within associations with "A Hot Take on Trust – Do They Trust Your Association?" Discover why trust goes beyond a binary existence and how associations can actively cultivate it among members, leadership, and broader communities. From the importance of consi…
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Can AI Help Make Higher Education More Equitable?
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AI and Equitable Education...we hear alot about the harm that generative AI can cause on campuses, but can it also heal and improve equitability for higher ed? Join host KiKi L'Italien for this episode featuring insights from Charles Ansell of Complete College America, Michael Baston from Cuyahoga Community College, and Audrey Ellis, the visionary …
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ASAE Launches Association Governance Institute – What is it? What happens next?
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ASAE Launches Association Governance Institute – what is it and what happens next? "Charting New Horizons in Association Leadership: Paul Pomerantz Talks AGI Launch" Tune into Association Chat with host KiKi L'Italien as we welcome Paul Pomerantz, the force behind the new Association Governance Institute (AGI). In this episode, we uncover the essen…
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When Does It Get Good? is for the overachievers, perfectionists, leaders, and consummate doers who give everything to everything. From the outside, it looks like you have it all but you secretly feel like something’s still missing. In this twice-monthly show, we’ll dive into why it still feels this way and how you can create the joy, success, and p…
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The AI Evolution in Associations with BettyBot AI’s Pioneers
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Join host KiKi L'Italien on Association Chat as she looks into the transformative impact of AI on associations with guests, BettyBot.AI thought leaders: Rob Barnes, Thomas Altman, and Dray McFarlane! Discover how associations are revolutionizing education and engagement through technology – and how BettyBot's leaders are helping them to do it! High…
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An association introduces its new AI "staff" – and the robot overlords are friendly (for now)... Welcome to this episode of the Association Chat Podcast, full of the delights and dorkiness that any well-intentioned association podcast talking about technology these days can hardly avoid. For this episode, we talk with Liz Peuster, CAE, Director Of …
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Higher Logic's Homecoming: Charting a Future with the Dream Team
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Join Association Chat for a discussion with Higher Logic's visionary leaders in our latest episode of Association Chat. We sit down with Rob Wenger, Co-Founder and CEO, alongside returning giants Mark Lowry and Conor Sibley, now serving as Chief Revenue Officer and Chief Technology Officer, respectively. This episode, "Higher Logic's Homecoming: Ch…
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Association Podcasters Battle Royale
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Get ready for the most epic, laugh-out-loud episode yet – "Association Podcasters Battle Royale"! This was a full-on adventure where the best of the best association podcasters clash in a hilariously unpredictable showdown. Featuring Dave Will, the strategic genius from "Association Strong!" podcast; Ben Muscolino, the tech sorcerer of "The Associa…
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Can AI's Invisible Hand Shape Relationship Ties? A Chat with Jeff Wickert
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In this episode, we'll talk with Jeff Wickert, the CEO/Chief Vision Officer of Quoala – he brings with him insights on enhancing dialogue and understanding in the digital age. We'll explore how an innovative approach to listening, understanding, and responding is creating a ripple effect in the realms of organizational leadership and community enga…
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Association Podcasters Mayhem! It's all Dave's fault...
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Which of these association podcasters should be banned forever? Wait! Don't answer that until you watch this fun episode that we will all surely regret recording later! This discussion features Dave Will, strategic mastermind from Association Strong! podcast; Ben Muscolino, the tech wizard of The Association Podcast; Joanna Pineda, the community ch…
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Steering Through the Storm: Innovative Leadership in Times of Environmental Upheaval
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In this episode of Association Chat, host KiKi L'Italien, alongside experts Elizabeth Weaver Engel and Shelly Alcorn, explores the pressing issue of climate disruption and its impact on association leadership. Elizabeth and Shelly discuss their recently released whitepaper, exploring strategies for resilience and adaptation in a world increasingly …
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Research Integrity, Trust Trends Transforming Scholarly Events
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“Integrating DEI and sustainability isn't just about ticking boxes. It's about creating events that truly resonate with our diverse global community,” Laura Harvey, Chief Customer Officer for Ex Ordo. Change is everywhere – even in niche areas like scholarly events. And you know how it is with these things. While some of these changes are good, som…
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Transforming Association Content into Growth Engines
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Join us in this enlightening episode of Association Chat, where we delve into the art of transforming your association's content into a powerful catalyst for growth and innovation as we move towards 2024 with Mission Fuel CEO Dan Streeter. Discover actionable strategies for repurposing existing resources into revenue streams, learn how to align you…
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Empowering Engagement Bridging Connections Through Technology with Mark Wallach
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In this enlightening episode of Association Chat, host KiKi L'Italien sits down with Mark Wallach, CEO Emeritus of Engagement Mobile Strategies, to delve into the future of member engagement. Together, they unravel the complexities of using technology to enhance connectivity, foster relationships, and empower leaders in the association landscape. F…
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The IMEX Effect with Matt Regniér: Global Meetings, Events, and Opportunities
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Join host KiKi L'Italien on Association Chat Podcast as she ventures into the preparations that international and digital event-maker, Matt Regniér is making to get the most out of his IMEX America experience. IMEX America is the largest trade show in the U.S. for the global meetings, events, and incentive travel industry. As the Founder and CEO of…
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Is there a tough conversation that you keep putting off because of anxiety or insecurity over how to handle it? If so, you're not alone. Lots of people avoid difficult discussions – many times to their detriment – and in this interview, we tackle that issue head-on with our special guest Sam Horn. Sam Horn is the CEO of the Intrigue Agency, a posit…
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AI Unleashed: Beth & KiKi's Deep Dive into Artificial Intelligence Strategies for Engagement and Growth
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Explore the hidden potential of your technology in the latest episode of our podcast with special guest Beth Arritt. Uncover insights into maximizing automation, the impact of AI in marketing, and harnessing tools you may already have. Gain practical tips on empowering your team to innovate and listen to in-house experts. Tune in as KiKi L'Italien …
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Supercharge Your Association Advocacy: Apps & Strategies with Expert Shana Glickfield
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Get ready to elevate your association advocacy to new heights in this thrilling episode of the "Association Chat Podcast," hosted by KiKi L'Italien. Dive into a lively conversation with Shana Glickfield, a leading expert in association advocacy technology, as they dissect the game-changing apps and strategies tailored for 2023. Wondering how to amp…
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Revolutionizing Associations with AI & Machine Learning: Insights from Amith Nagarajan
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Welcome to a cutting-edge episode of the "Association Chat Podcast" hosted by KiKi L'Italien! In this exhilarating conversation with Amith Nagarajan, Chairman of Blue Cypress, we'll uncover the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in the world of associations and nonprofits. Are you intrigued by how technol…
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Valuegraphic Strategy for a Values-Driven World
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Discover the power of Valuegraphics in this exclusive interview with renowned values expert, David Allison! In a values-driven world, understanding your audience's core values is key to creating effective marketing strategies. Join us as we dive deep into David's groundbreaking approach and learn how to revolutionize your business using the Valuegr…
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Maximizing Member Value: Component Relations in Associations
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Get ready for an exhilarating ride through the maze of component relations in associations in this episode of the "Association Chat" podcast, hosted by your favorite association enthusiast, KiKi L'Italien! Brace yourself as we unpack the "love languages" of component/national relationships with our guest, the incomparable Elisa Pratt, CEO and Chief…
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The ROI of Prioritizing Mental Health in the Workplace
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How can associations prioritize and promote mental health among their staff and members? In this episode of Association Chat, host KiKi L'Italien dives deep into a crucial yet often overlooked topic: promoting mental health in associations. Joining her is Nabil El-Ghoroury, a renowned psychologist and principal at Executive Therapy & Consulting. Wi…
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Exploring Metaverse Applications for Associations – Atlanta's Metaverse for ASAE Annual!
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Join KiKi L'Italien on the Association Chat Podcast as she dives deep into the rapidly-evolving realm of the metaverse. In this episode, she discusses practical and potential applications of the metaverse for associations and nonprofits with two influential industry figures - Mike Aaron and Andrew Wilson. As the Executive Vice President and Chief M…
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Take a Break Before You Break – Self-Care for the Caregiver with Breeda Miller
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Whether caring for aging parents, young children, or family with special needs; one thing is for sure...caregivers must learn how to practice good self-care to avoid burnout. For this special edition of the Association Chat Podcast, KiKi interviews Breeda Miller who shares how to Take a Break Before You Break and provide insight, resources, and ski…
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The Association CEOs Guide to Leadership with Paul Belford
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"As a mostly learn-by-doing career, the experience and training of the association CEO is routinely idiosyncratic—moving up through the ranks in associations of varying sizes, types and cultures. And for the mid-career executive, thrust fresh and new into the world of associations at the CEO level, a holistic look at the association CEO position ca…
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Can You Create a Social Offset for Your Next Conference? An Alternative to Destination Boycotts
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Do boycotts work? Sometimes. But it's complicated. Often, when it comes to hosting conferences, it turns out it's the workers at the destinations who get hurt the worst and the boycott doesn't always have the intended impact desired. Could there be a middle ground for organizations hosting meetings in states that support legislature that *doesn't* …
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Event Design Can Save Your Conference with Ruud Janssen
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Today’s Nonprofit Business Model often relies heavily on meetings and events. Whether it is for commitment to cause, content, or community; all we know is that the value proposition for an association often finds an important channel in its events. But what happens when attendance begins to slide? What happens when the value of that value propositi…
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On Deciding to Become a Certified Association Executive (CAE) with Guest Cecilia Sepp
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If you work in the association industry, sooner or later you think about getting your CAE. The Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential is the marker of a committed association professional who has demonstrated the wide range of knowledge essential to manage an association. Rogue Tulips Consulting’s education program, The 501c League, suppo…
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Nonprofit board members know their organization must be financially healthy to do the most good, but some people find financial statements hard to decipher. Join host KiKi L'Italien as she interviews author of the book, Money Matters for Nonprofits, Melisa Galasso. Melisa is the founder and CEO of Galasso Learning Solutions LLC. A CPA with nearly 2…
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