Ramblings

In Celebration Of Your Generosity

November 21, 2012 by

I’ve been traveling a lot this month. And that’s an understatement! I think I’ve been in the air more than I’ve been in my own home. Air travel is usually such an inconvenience. It takes a lot of energy, time and patience to navigate the check-in process, TSA security and then get to the proper … [Read more…]

Filed Under: Ramblings

When Leaders Really Matter [PPT]

October 9, 2012 by

  Here is the PPT slide deck from my recent presentation for CoreNet Global Summit-Orlando on “When Leaders Really Matter: Becoming Indispensable.” When Leaders Really Matter: Becoming Indispensable from Jeff Hurt What are tips you’ve learned at becoming an indispensable leader? How can you identify complimentary skills to your strengths?

Filed Under: Ramblings

Tagged With: ,

How Do You React To Change?

August 21, 2012 by

We are living in revolutionary times! Often, these changing times require a fundamental shift and reinvention of how we live, work and play. Yet, not everyone copes with change the same way. Six Coping Mechanisms For Change Here are six coping mechanisms identified by author Hans Finzel in Change Is Like A Slinky. 1. Hold … [Read more…]

Filed Under: Ramblings

Tagged With: , , ,

Cheat Sheet: #ASAE12 Annual Meeting Sessions For Professional Development Staff

August 8, 2012 by

ASAE 2012 Annual Meeting and Expo offers a wide variety of education sessions. Here’s a cheat sheet of the education opportunities specific for trade association professional development staff. Sunday, August 12, 2012, 1:30 – 2:45 PM Video as an Educational and Communication Tool Dallas Convention Center (DCC): D171 John Cox JD, Jeff Ghannam, David Welch … [Read more…]

Filed Under: Conference Education, Ramblings

Tagged With: , , , , , ,

Big Hair, Big Bling, Big Money, Big Boots: Things To Know Before You Go To ASAE 12 In Dallas

August 7, 2012 by

Everything is bigger in Texas. Yes, in Texas size matters. At least, that’s what most Texans want you to believe! Whether its Texas-sized chicken fried steak smothered in gravy, boot-scottin’ country & western bars, Sam Moon’s bling and fashion accessories stores, the Texas State Fair, Highland Park mansions or the Dallas’ Cowboy’s Stadium, it’s all … [Read more…]

Filed Under: Ramblings

Tagged With: , , , , , ,

Reasons Why Members Recommend Association Membership To Colleagues

May 24, 2012 by

What influences someone to join a nonprofit association? According to a 2012 association study, recommendations from advisors, colleagues, experts, families and friends has the most influence on a person’s decision to join an association. 32% of association members state that they joined based on the recommendation of another person. 14% received recommendations from families and … [Read more…]

Filed Under: Ramblings

Tagged With: , , ,

Jeff Hurt Promoted To Executive VP

April 13, 2012 by

I’m excited to announce that Jeff Hurt has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Education & Engagement at Velvet Chainsaw Consulting! Jeff has been an indispensable contributor to the VCC team over the past 27 months. His fresh ideas on the future of conferences and learning have been instrumental in helping our consulting clients on … [Read more…]

Filed Under: Ramblings