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Cooperative board responsibilities: Focus on governance
Published on February 7, 2013
The role of a cooperative board is to protect and make the most of the assets of the cooperative. -
Techniques of successful facilitators: Minor, yet major, things to remember
Published on January 9, 2013
Managing meeting mechanics will help achieve intended outcomes. Explore techniques and suggestions that lead to effective facilitation. -
How can I become a more effective facilitator?
Published on January 3, 2013
A facilitator helps a group move through a process to make necessary decisions to accomplish mutual goals in the available time. -
The charrette is the ticket for those problematic development sites
Published on January 3, 2013
For tricky, undeveloped sites, the charrette can likely produce the best results with broad community support, a feasible project plan and a shortened timeline to project implementation. -
Design charrette helps Alpena move ahead with plaza project
Published on December 31, 2012
Design Charrettes are an excellent tool for engaging stakeholders to address development challenges. Alpena is an example of a Michigan city using this process to design a new downtown plaza. -
Business leadership requires flexibility
Published on December 31, 2012
Organizational needs – when matched with the respect of individuals – yields meaningful results. -
Create change with a smile
Published on December 28, 2012
A smile can affect mood, behavior and outcome -
Not another meeting!
Published on December 27, 2012
Make your next meeting more productive and less time consuming. -
How to be successful with your New Year’s Resolution
Published on December 18, 2012
Forget willpower – reaching your goal means retraining your brain to form new habits. -
Good leaders are self-reflective and passionate
Published on December 17, 2012
Improving leadership skills requires thoughtful evaluation and development of personal strengths.