by Mary Byers | Apr 28, 2021 | Blog, Uncategorized
My recent original research about association innovation shows that highly innovative cultures don’t just happen: they are carefully and intentionally built. The graphic below illustrates the “Path of Resistance” to achieving a strong culture. The “easiest” component...
by Mary Byers | Mar 12, 2021 | Blog, Conversation Starters, Strategies for Success
In 2012, Michigan farmers experienced a gut-punch: the worst year on record since 1925 due to a deep freeze. Apple growers picked only 10-15 percent of their normal crop. Tart cherry production dropped by a whopping 92 percent. Peaches, pears and plums had essentially...
by Mary Byers | Mar 3, 2021 | Blog, Conversation Starters, Strategies for Success
An association innovation process map makes it easier to understand what happens when and how it will happen. It assists staff in understanding their respective creation roles. And, importantly, it makes it easier to emphasize the importance of innovation during new...
by Mary Byers | Feb 25, 2021 | Blog, Strategies for Success
Associations have been innovating on the fly for a year now. How have our habits changed as a result? What creativity muscles have we strengthened? More importantly, how can we take what we’ve learned and make it a part of our culture going forward? I’m joining with...
by Mary Byers | Sep 5, 2018 | Blog, Strategies for Success
Innovation. We’re certainly hearing a lot about this topic in the association arena. If it’s on your radar, I believe there are three myths that need to be debunked: Innovation requires creating something from nothing. Most innovation is evolutionary, not...
