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Multi-Conference Exhibitor: New Lessons Learned Over Time

Posted by AIIP 
· Tuesday, October 8th, 2024 at 11:00 AM 

By Roger Magnus, Roger Magnus Research In 2022, I wrote an AIIP Blog about being a first-time conference exhibitor. Two years later, I have now had an exhibitor table twice more and will again be at a large conference (see below) on October 24, 2024.

Categories : Growing Your Business, Independence
Tags : business growth, running an info business

The Importance of Cybersecurity Awareness for SMBs

Posted by AIIP 
· Tuesday, October 1st, 2024 at 11:00 AM 

By Eric Magill With October being National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, I wanted to provide some pointers for defending yourself and your clients against cyber-attacks. In 20 years as owner of a managed IT services business, I have learned this:

Categories : Hot Topic, Information Skills
Tags : cybersecurity

Running a virtual event for a client

Posted by AIIP 
· Tuesday, September 24th, 2024 at 11:00 AM 

By Denise Carter What do you do when a client requests your help to run a virtual event?  First things first – create a checklist. A checklist helps you communicate with your client and with speakers and makes sure everyone has all the information they need at the right time.

Categories : Business 101, Tools of the Trade
Tags : running an info business, virtual events

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
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