Monthly Archives: September 2011

They Are The Heartbeat Of Your Presentation: Do You Know Them?

Tweet “Getting to know you, Getting to know all about you. Getting to like you, Getting to hope you like me.” These lyrics from the King and I’s “Getting To Know You” would make a great theme song for every presenter. They clearly articulate one of the very first steps all presenters should take: get…

Are You Using The Rear View Mirror To See What Is Ahead?

Tweet What vantage point do you use to move forward? The rear view mirror, your headlights or a travel advisor who tells you what’s ahead? The Three Views Seth Kahan recently spoke at Texas Society of Association Executives New Ideas 2011 Conference at the Omni Houston Galleria in Houston, Tx. Kahan is the CEO of…

Co-Locating Your Conference Can Be Risky And Rewarding

Tweet Co-locating your conference can be a high-risk, high-reward proposition. Before you decide to co-locate your conference with another conference, you need to view the decision through a strategic long-term lens. Defining Co-Location At the basic level, co-locating a conference is placing two or more conferences at the same location, at the same time. Some…

The Evolution Of eLearning [Infographic]

Tweet   Distance learning, often called online or eLearning, has evolved dramatically from the 1700s to the Millennium. Many adults are seeking more education opportunities and degrees online. This inforgraphic from Rasmussen College illustrates how online learning technology has changed through the years. How has online learning affected your organization? Which do you prefer, online or face to…

Is Your Conference Like A Five Course Meal Or A Smorgasbord Buffet?

Tweet If you had a choice and money was not a concern, which would you prefer? A fine dining five course dinner or an all-you-can-eat smorgasbord buffet? I prefer a fine dining five course meal anytime. Smorgasbord All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Smorgasbord buffets are usually prepared fast, easily and inexpensively. They are a popular method for feeding…