Take a deep breath: Executives bring mindfulness to association workplace
CEO Update goes out into the field and comes back awakened MAPI CEO Stephen Gold (center) leads a guided meditation every Tuesday in the association's board room in Arlington, Va. Gold started the mindfulness program at MAPI in 2015.Photo: James Cullum
Read MoreGrocery Manufacturers Association hires four staff
New hires come as CEO Geoff Freeman seeks to turn around struggling group The Grocery Manufacturers Association has announced the first staff hires since CEO Geoff Freeman arrived in August to change course at the troubled food industry group. GMA has lost at least eight high-profile members since last year, reportedly over deep disagreements among the membership about food policy. Four of those former members have since formed their own industry group, the Sustainable Food Policy Alliance.
Read MoreAttorneys offer advice on crafting sexual harassment policies
Associations taking hard look at policies covering member behavior can put themselves in legal jeopardy if not thought through As many associations review sexual harassment policies in light of the #MeToo movement, attorneys say groups must also consider how to minimize their own legal exposure. That means using clear policy language and spelling out a process for handling allegations of harassment.
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Free Fitbits? How some groups incentivize healthy choices
Many organizations offer wellness programs for employees, but some associations take extra steps to promote staff wellness Fiser Join the American Health Care Association, get a Fitbit.
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Big mistake for jobseekers: overlooking the cover letter
Covers often required even for senior positions, so be thoughtful A cover letter is like a first impression: Make it good, or you may not get another chance. Imagine this scenario: A recruiter or hiring manager stuck at a desk, whittling away determinedly at an inbox full of applications, comforted by the knowledge that the proverbial "round file" is a flick of the wrist or click of a mouse away.
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Groups see potential for cooperation between Trump, House Democrats
Infrastructure, health care legislation could get action despite history of gridlock
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