Top 5 inspirational quotes from holiday films
If you’re like me, one of your favorite things about the holiday season is enjoying Christmas films with family. I have many great memories in my life that involve these classics. And, no matter [...]
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Supporting our credit union community
As 2017 comes to a close and we prepare to spend time with family and friends over the holiday season, it’s fitting to talk about giving back – to get out and make a difference [...]
Leasing programs look to get a boost in 2018…time to review strategies!
Now is the time to review strategies for growth. What worked, and what didn’t, as we approach 2018. What will serve members with what they want? How does all of this benefit the member [...]
NCUA ghost of Christmas past: Taxi medallions
Last week’s release out of the NCUA that taxi medallion losses might result in a smaller corporate stabilization refund than anticipated was ironic, because it reminded me of the way the agency handled the [...]
How volunteering can change your life
During the Christmas season, we’re all reminded of how important it is to give back. Sometimes that means giving money to your favorite non-profit and sometimes it’s as simple as volunteering your time. [...]
How to have a hassle-free holiday
The true meaning of the Christmas season often gets lost in the chaos of holiday preparations. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you’ve got Christmas shopping, meal planning, and family get-togethers on your [...]
Finding your growth targets: How to market your credit union
Take a guess: what percentage of Americans do business with credit unions? Answer: about 25% according to Experian. That means 75% have nothing to do with credit unions. As for the 25% who do, only [...]
Take a refreshing look at rebranding
There comes a time for many financial institutions, including credit unions, when the current branding feels like it’s lacking. Conducting a formal brand audit is an important first step to help inform what type [...]
3 reasons to choose a CRM that’s purpose-built for financial services
When choosing a CRM, there are no shortage of options in the marketplace. But buyer beware - some of the players may not have the essential functionality your credit union needs to succeed with your [...]
3 ways to stay social and save over the holidays
Over the holidays, our budget tends to get a little out of control. Between events, parties, food, and gifts, we can tend to spend more than we should. The holidays are a great time to [...]
How to be a better leader in 2018!
As we look towards flipping the calendar on 2017, it’s time to think about starting a new year, and what we can do better. For all of you leaders out there, that means becoming [...]
Why most strategic plans fail
I’ve seen a lot of strategic plans, but very few of them are successful. First, most are not worth the paper they are printed on. They consist primarily of a “to-do” list of projects [...]
The millennial challenge for credit unions
The long-term sustainability of credit unions today depends on understanding and connecting with millennials — a massive, influential demographic with birth years ranging from the early 1980s to the early 1990s. This group grew up connected [...]
More is more when it comes to the cloud
This past summer I noticed that OakNorth Bank in the United Kingdom announced it was partnering with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to launch the UK’s first cloud-based bank. Then in the past couple of [...]
4 questions to ask your job candidate’s references
You have qualified candidates in mind for an open position at your organization and it’s time for you to call on their references. Before you pick up the phone make sure you’re prepared [...]