How associations can benefit from the new gig economy
Employment norms of the past are no more. The pursuit of stable, long-term positions is no longer the only path to career development. Instead, the rise of the gig economy – contracted, temporary jobs – has opened up new possibilities for how people build valuable skills and contribute to the economy. Previously released results of […]
“To Live and Deliver Wow”: Lessons from a Visit to Zappos HQ
Kim Robinson, FrontlineCo Founder and President, had a great opportunity to spend the day at Zappos – a true innovator in customer service. As they put it, “We’re a customer service company that just happens to sell shoes, clothes, and stuff.” They have focused on a strong culture based on ten core values that permeate […]
Association Finances: 7 must-read tips for board members
Understanding and analyzing your association’s financial reports is among the most critical responsibilities of a board member, and often the most frequently misunderstood. Here are a few tips to help you and your fellow board members better use financial information: Establish regular reporting periods. For some organizations, monthly financial reports are critical. For others, quarterly […]
Are You a good board member? 6 traits of effective volunteer leaders
You stepped up and took a leadership position as a member of the board for your industry association. That’s fantastic. It’s a great way to contribute to your profession while at the same time expanding your network and skill set. As a board member, it’s easy to get bogged down in meetings, emails, and committee […]
Allies Not Enemies: National and Local Association Chapters Need to Get Along
Are your association’s national office and local chapters working in harmony? If those two teams aren’t fully cooperating and communicating closely, you could be failing the most important people in your organization: your members. A disconnect between your divisions means vital data and valuable resources aren’t getting shared. Without that free exchange of information, the […]
FrontlineCo Launches FLCOEd: An Online Training Platform to Help Illinois Business Comply with Illinois Business Education Requirements
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois – FrontlineCo is pleased to offer an innovative education and tracking tool called FLCOEd to help businesses comply with new Illinois employment education requirements. To combat rising cases of sexual harassment, discrimination, and human trafficking in the workplace, the Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR) and Human Services (IDHS) issued a set of […]
Charting a path forward
Marketing your own company can be a lot like writing your own résumé. At least for me anyway, it is a challenge to have the proper perspective on what to say and how to say it. This is one of the reasons I decided to hire an outside marketing consultant to lead the recent overhaul of […]