Archive for August, 2009

Like many of us,  you may be wondering how this year flew by so fast. Before we know it, we’ll be raking leaves and celebrating fall.  The Recognition Services committee wants to remind you to plan ahead for yourself as this year winds down. Take time to think about all the work you’ve done with clients and customers… »

As you learned last month, IABC/Iowa is active in the social media realm. To make it easy to connect with IABC members 24/7, we are compiling an IABC/Iowa Twitter directory. If you would like to be included, please send your Twitter username to Ashley Jared. The directory will be posted online next… »

No communication professional should be without the power of a network in these uncertain times. Do you know a friend or colleague who may be interested in joining IABC? For a limited time, they can access parts of the members-only content for free! During the month of September, communication professionals can have access to a… »

by Nick Durutta, ABC Which skills does a corporate communicator need to bring to his/her role? We already mentioned the critical ability to strategically analyze an organization and recognize areas where more effective communication is needed. But there are many other skills that must be in the communicator’s toolkit. It goes without saying that a corporate… »

Although we are more than halfway through the calendar year, at IABC/Iowa the year is just beginning. Our organization’s year runs from July 1 to June 30, with many new officers taking over leadership roles. Since it is a new year for IABC/Iowa, now is a good time to make some IABC/Iowa New Year’s resolutions…. »