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We are AIIP Technical Writer and Editor

Posted by AIIP 
· Tuesday, September 17th, 2024 at 11:00 AM 

By Sherri Leah Henkin In your bio, you describe yourself as a Technical Writer and Editor. In two sentences, what is it that technical writers and editors do? Technical writers and editors, also called technical communicators, translate complex technical concepts by developing materials that are user friendly and apply to a variety of audiences. Materials… Read More »

Categories : Independence
Tags : solopreneur, We are AIIP

Industry Partner Feature Article

Posted by AIIP 
· Tuesday, September 10th, 2024 at 11:00 AM 

How the Difference between AI-boosted Search and Gen AI Will Shape our Work and Creativity over the Near Term Jack W. Plunkett, CEO, Plunkett Research, Ltd. AIIP Industry Silver Partner – Learn more about the Industry Partners Program here. August 26, 2024 What’s behind the massive licensing deals that are suddenly popping up between major… Read More »

Categories : Industry Partners, Information Skills
Tags : AI, Generative AI, Industry Partner

The Power of Local Groups in Professional Associations

Posted by AIIP 
· Tuesday, August 27th, 2024 at 12:51 PM 

by Marj Atkinson, AIIP Local Groups Chair Professional associations play a crucial role in career development, networking, and industry advancement. Given that AIIP operates internationally, local groups can form the backbone of community engagement and personalized support. Here are some ways local groups benefit both members and the broader association.

Categories : Independence, Networking
Tags : networking, running an info business

AIIP24 Symposium Session Recap: Emotional Intelligence for Info-Entrepreneurs

Posted by AIIP 
· Tuesday, August 13th, 2024 at 11:00 AM 

By Annie McMillion Emotional intelligence is the single most important influencing variable in personal achievement, career success, leadership, and life satisfaction. – Nelson & Low, 2011; opening slide of June Boyle’s AIIP 24 Symposium session, Emotional Intelligence for Info-Entrepreneurs.

Categories : Independence, Leadership, Symposium
Tags : AIIP 2024

Just One Page, That’s All It Takes

Posted by AIIP 
· Tuesday, August 6th, 2024 at 11:00 AM 

By Jim Miller The AIIP 2024 Symposium – the annual conference of the Association of Independent Information Professionals – was quite privileged to have former business reporter Sarah Glova as our Keynote Speaker in St. Louis, MO. 

Categories : Business 101, Growing Your Business
Tags : AIIP 2024, running an info business

Cultivating Evergreen Thought Leadership: Insights from Jennifer Burke’s 2024 AIIP Symposium Session

Posted by AIIP 
· Thursday, August 1st, 2024 at 11:00 AM 

By Aaron Harvey At the recent AIIP conference, I had the pleasure of attending Jennifer Burke’s keynote “Cultivating Evergreen Thought Leadership.” Jennifer’s insightful presentation drew a compelling analogy between gardening and content creation, emphasizing the importance of diverse, sustainable, and strategic content practices. Her “Content Gardening” approach highlighted the need for a balanced mix of… Read More »

Categories : Growing Your Business, Tools of the Trade
Tags : marketing, running an info business

Proving, Not Talking About, Your Value

Posted by AIIP 
· Tuesday, July 30th, 2024 at 11:00 AM 

By Mary Ellen Bates One mistake made by many infopreneurs when they start their businesses is thinking that we need to sell ourselves, our capabilities, and our services to prospective clients. We assume that, when a prospect calls us to discuss a project, our job is to convince the caller that we are the best… Read More »

Categories : Coach's Corner, Growing Your Business
Tags : running an info business, solopreneur

Building Online Communities from the Ground Up

Posted by AIIP 
· Tuesday, June 11th, 2024 at 09:00 AM 

By Elizabeth Hutchinson Creating and nurturing online communities are indispensable tools for info professionals. As a solopreneur and owner of a business that provides a membership option, I was excited to hear Susan Tenby give a presentation on community building at AIIP 2024 Symposium. Susan has worked in online community management for over 20 years;… Read More »

Categories : Information Skills, Professional Development
Tags : #AIIP24, communications, virtual tools
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