Tales of an Emerging Leader Under 40
When I began my career in community management in 2017 as an assistant, I was a member of Community Associations Institute (CAI), but engagement was not heavily encouraged for on-site staff. I was not involved and never went to any events. Five years later, after being promoted to community manager in 2021, I had more […]
From College to the Corporate World: Transitioning Your Social Network
Transitioning from college to the corporate world can be a culture shock, particularly when it comes to reshaping your social network. Young professionals may notice a challenge in switching from the social aspect of a campus to the structure of a professional environment. Transitioning your social media accounts may sound like a silly thing to […]
The Importance of Professional Development
Between taking on new projects, completing job tasks, and fielding the endless emails that come with a career, taking the time to further study and hone your professional skills doesn’t always take priority on our to-do list. However, professional development can not only have a positive impact on us as individuals but also our co-workers, […]
Overcoming Change in the Workplace
by Josephine Wolf, Esq. | Clemons Richter & Reiss, P.C. Although change is a normal (and inevitable) facet of virtually every aspect of our lives, it can sometimes be difficult to navigate. When it comes to our professional world, change can seem unsettling, daunting, and even overwhelming, even in the best of times. Whether it […]
Finding Peace in Chaos
Ciearra Neidigh, CMCA, AMS | CCR Management, INC. As an ice breaker, I always ask other professionals when their busy season is. Over the last few years, I’ve received mostly the same answer regardless of profession: it is always busy. Staying busy is wonderful for profits and productivity, but it can be tough on the […]
Find a Mentor, Be a Mentor
Kelly Tetreault, Eiseman Construction No matter what stage you are in your career, whether you are well established with the skills and network to prove it, or are just breaking onto the industry scene, everyone can benefit from mentorships. The overt benefits of a mentorship relationship are career advancement, learning, and growth. However, mentorship has […]