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Episode 267: As we near the end of 2024, we all consider what we might want to do differently in the new year. Many of us want to be more present and less distracted, especially when we are with other people. But how can we do that? Cue my returning guest, Kevin Tuuaga, Vice President of Education at LeadingAge CA. He brings his expertise in events to this conversation as well as his attitude of gratitude. Kevin shares advice about why being present matters, supporting and showing gratitude to vendors and sponsors, tips for being in the moment at events, and the ripple effect of engagement. Don't miss this heartfelt conversation about really being there. What helps you be present in the moment? Share a comment!
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"Association Chapter Systems: From Frustratingto Fruitful” by Cecilia Sepp, CAE, ACNP. Interested in ChapterSystems? Or maybe you want some insight on relationship management? This book condenses decades of wisdom into digestible bites. Great gift for the association executive in your life :) Bite into the fruit of knowledge withthis tasty tome! Exclusively on Amazon.com via Broken Column Press. Get your copy now! https://amzn.to/48ZKUTo
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Episode 266: Have you ever thought about writing a book? Me too! I finally did with the support and guidance of my guest, Carl Weaver, CAE, President of Broken Column Press. An author himself, Carl shares his insights on creating space to write, how writing a book demonstrates your expertise and can broaden your clientele, and how it boosts your image. We also have our usual fun side conversations, like how are Associations like the story, "Planet of the Apes"? If you want to learn more about ideation to publication you don't want to miss this one! What keeps you from writing? Share a comment!
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Episode 265: When things change too fast for us to keep up, and it seems like the things that made sense are gone, it can be frightening. In a novel of an incredibly disruptive time, the French Revolution, Charles Dickens wrote "A Tale of Two Cities," and he started the story with: "It was the best of times. It was the worst of times." It is a story of disruption -- just like the era in which we live today. The 21st century is just about 25 years old -- it's time to change the way you lead. How can we do our best in a changing world? In this episode, I talk with Michael Butera of Association Activision and Cheryl Ronk, CAE, of SoRight LLC about the importance of Adaptive Leadership and how it helps you Define Your Impact. We discuss purposeful evolution in real time, intentional agility in a disruptive environment, and making the most of the patterns and differences affecting your organization. We all agree that adaptation is the new super power! What do you think? Share a comment!
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Episode 264: Did you know there is something out there holding people back? It's called The Bamboo Ceiling and it affects people of Asian descent. My guest, Khánh Vũ, CEO of the Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers (SASE), explains what it is, who it affects, and why we need to be aware of it. The Bamboo Ceiling can prevent your team members from achieving their potential and it can deprive them of opportunities to develop their leadership skills. Understanding culture and adopting different ways of interacting with your team can break down stereotypes and help your entire team overcome challenges. This is an insightful and fun conversation about breaking down barriers to understanding. How do you address The Bamboo Ceiling? Share a comment!
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Episode 263 is Supported by USAE News! Organizations can communicate success in many ways but do you think about winning awards as a way to do it? Well my guest, Owen Kavanagh of Kavanagh Solutions, has some great advice and insights on how to raise awareness of your group by promoting your wins! Not only do awards showcase the outstanding work you are doing, it demonstrates the value of belonging to the group to your members. Owen shares how to better leverage your own award programs that recognize your members and others in your profession or industry. Our conversation reviews Fellows programs and how these recognize the many people that contribute to your organization's success. Share the wealth when it comes to sharing the credit! We cover a lot when it comes to recognition including Proclamations. Hear ye hear ye -- don't miss this episode! What do you think about awards programs? Share a comment!
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Episode 262: Storytelling is the best way to communicate messages and to let our audience get to know us. This is key for nonprofits whether you are an association, a charity, a foundation or other 501c type. The Ellipsis Production crew is back to share their insights and experience on Documentary Style Storytelling! Cameron Gordon and Cora Hankey walk us through the entire process from developing questions, interview techniques, letting voices be heard, and helping people tell their story in their own words. Cam and Cora tell us how to make anyone comfortable on camera so that their passion can shine through! What sort of documentary would you like to make? Share a comment!
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Episode 261: Technology is supposed to make our work easier but we are not always smarter about how we work. IT expert Brian Scott of Clear Tone Consulting is back for another fun discussion on technology for associations and this time we are talking Automation. To have a solid tech stack that serves the needs of the organization we need to practice system oversight and conscious decision making. However, it's people using those tech stacks so we need to be aware of Shadow IT, aging systems, technical debt, process debt, and Oompa Loompas driving Bentleys. That last phrase relates to artificial intelligence - find out how by listening to this conversation that will help you de-stress when it comes to your system management! What gets in the way of you working smarter? Share a comment!
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Episode 260: Last fall, Sandra Nam of Qiqo Chat joined me to discuss Adventures in Community. Now she's back to give us an update on what came out of those adventures: Association Marketplace! Sandra shares how it started, where it is now, and the future they are building to support everyone in the association community. Rogue Tulips Consulting has a page -- you should too! From their news stream of podcasts and newsletters to offering real-time virtual meetings, Association Marketplace is creating connection and community all in one place. What do you look for in online communities? Share a comment!
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Episode 259: This episode supported by USAE News! Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to spread throughout our global technology ecosystem -- but laws are not catching up with this fast-moving tech. My guest, Pete Sepp of the National Taxpayers Union, works on these issues with his global colleagues. He shares his insights on development of internal guidelines and policies, the IRS and its implementation of AI, and how governments in other parts of the world are working to manage AI and its implications. We talk about regulatory sandboxes, cautionary tales, and discuss whether people are getting lazier. Whatever you think about AI it's here to stay -- this conversation will help you put it all in perspective. What bothers you about government regulation of AI? Share a comment!
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Episode 258: October is Dwarfism Awareness Month and I invited back Samyuktha Neeraja, MPH, CAE, to discuss what's it like living with this particular disability. Earlier in 2024, she shared her DEI story. In this episode, she continues her story talking about how Advocacy and Allyship are important in her personal experience. Samyuktha explains dwarfism and how it is different for everyone who has it, and we learn from her the types of accommodations that help her experience life independently. She shares her experiences as a child and her experiences as an adult who is sometimes mistaken for a child. It can be exhausting but having friends and family who advocate for her and support her makes the difference. She shares that allyship throughout her life has built her confidence and contributed to her becoming an advocate for herself and others. We also talk about attending conferences and what might make this easier for more people to participate. Samyuktha is always inspiring -- her insights will lift you up and show you that you can be an ally too! How are you an ally to those who need support? Share a comment!
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