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By Denise Carter In today’s interconnected world, virtual networking has become an essential skill for professionals across industries. As businesses expand globally and remote work is holding ground, the ability to forge meaningful connections online is crucial for career growth and business success.
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.
By Mary Ellen Bates I am writing this on my way home from the AIIP 2024 Symposium, held in St. Louis April 18-21. The conference sessions, including thought-provoking keynotes and local and AIIP speakers, offered fresh insights and new perspectives – even for someone like me who has attended 30+ AIIP annual conferences. I was… Read More »
By Mary Ellen Bates As I write this, I am getting ready to head out to Milwaukee for a few days of quality in-person time with fellow infopreneurs at AIIP’s Annual Conference, and I realize that I need to freshen up my 10-second introduction.
By Kelly Schrank As a business owner, networking is essential to making your business thrive, but if you’re an introvert, networking may not be something you enjoy. In today’s environment, virtual networking is our only option and, luckily for introverts, it can be easier than networking in person. Try a structured approach to these virtual… Read More »
By Liz McLean, Knowsaic Your local AIIP peer network could be one of the most effective strategic and marketing tools you have ever used. Here are a few of the reasons why: Clarify Your Vision Even though face to face ‘local’ AIIP gatherings have been overtaken by COVID-19 protocols, our need for instilling optimism and… Read More »
By Kelly Schrank, Bookworm Editing Services LLC As a new solopreneur (three months into my second year), I am still trying to figure out how to find clients. I’ve done many of the things everyone tells you to do: I let everyone know I started my business; I got a previous employer as my first… Read More »
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