When seeking foreign partners, no single strategy prevails
Many U.S.-based associations enter into agreements with foreign counterparts, but each seems to have its own way of pursuing them Poland has a growing events industry and, since 2009, an association to represent it. So it wasn't much of a stretch for the Dallas-based International Association of Exhibitions and Events to seek out a partnership with its Polish counterpart.
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ASK THE RECRUITER: Avoid these common interview mistakes
Be prepared, highlight achievements (not just responsibilities), and be sure to answer the question posed without droning on Zaniello, left, and Martin Question: What are some of the most common mistakes candidates make in front of search committees?
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Taylor puts HR in public eye
Taylor There's no "Law & Order" for HR. In fact, there are no TV shows at all. HR professionals don't chase down bad guys, put out fires or rescue hostages. Well, not literally. "If there's a reference on TV to HR, on ‘Will & Grace' or something, it's typically not favorable," says Johnny Taylor, CEO of the Society for Human Resource Management.
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Making groups matter, grow by raising bar for success
Can leaders learn how to address challenges to the ways associations have functioned for decades? Four new books try to point the way The rapid pace of change in today's highly networked world is threatening the future of many associations that were founded at least in part to help their members network. Several consultants who specialize in helping associations have recently published a spate of books on various aspects of how the groups they work with can move with the times, growing and even flourishing despite a challenging environment.
Read MoreGlobal reach, global representation: Stepping delicately through the cultural minefield
Truly international associations must accommodate different cultures on their boards Related news Avoiding communications breakdowns Andy Freed is quick to admit he's American when he facilitates global association board meetings. He describes himself as a big, fast-talking guy free with baseball analogies.
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