The structures and processes that have been put in place to help organizations run smoothly and execute repeatable operations are often challenged by new ideas and systems, which is why innovation naturally runs into conflict in existing organizations. But it is within an established organization that innovative ideas have the best chance to thrive. Startups […]
In the fall of 2021, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is expected to formalize the following rule: “… all employers with 100 or more employees [must] ensure their workforce is fully vaccinated or require any workers who remain unvaccinated to produce a negative test result on at least a weekly basis before coming […]
You work hard to deliver for your members. But the pandemic has disrupted your professional life and increased demands on your home life. Even with all the talk about things opening up (or not), your workload has increased and you’re spending more time than ever in meetings. You know there must be a better way […]
While organizations and individuals have taken their experiences with COVID-19 seriously, many have failed to put plans in place to support staffers in the event of the unexpected. While some organizations had a plan for small issues, like business being shut down for a couple of days, the idea of an almost two-year interuption was […]
The world has changed tremendously as a result of COVID-19, especially the workforce, which is why more associations should pay attention to the Great Resignation. Coined in 2019 by Anthony Klotz, associate professor of management at Texas A&M, the great resignation has been a long-time coming and was only exacerbated by the pandemic. Whether workers […]
In direct contrast to the normal life much of the world was anxiously anticipating, the Delta variant, a more infectious variant of COVID-19, is starting to turn the clock back to a time of worldwide concern, rising hospitalizations and social distancing efforts. Formally known as COVID B.1.617.2, the Delta variant has forced many of us […]
As seen during the COVID-19 pandemic, organizations are expected to provide resources, support and information to their members in a timely and effective manner, no matter what. Associations and other purpose-driven organizations were particularly dependable during this time, causing an increase in expectations for the foreseeable future. Not every organization can be blessed with the […]
In the midst of all the horror and uncertainty that the COVID-19 pandemic brought the world, one thing was absolutely clear to everyone: Now is the time to take chances. Innovation skyrocketed, culture became a real focus, and individuals and their organizations were once again united through values. The ability to fail became so commonplace […]
One of the biggest workplace trends to come out of the COVID-19 pandemic was a greater focus on workplace culture, specifically on the impact of leadership. Creating a space where leaders and team members alike feel comfortable and able to grow and gain new opportunities is the key to all of our recruitment and retention […]
When we think of any organization, its leaders are often top of mind. Hear “Apple” and you think of the late Steve Jobs. Someone mentions “OWN” and you’re going to think of Oprah Winfrey. It’s hard to separate the leader from the thing they lead, which can be to both the detriment and the benefit […]
