“Your attitude, not your aptitude, will determine your altitude.” –Zig Ziglar Opportunities. Do you embrace them or steer clear? Years ago, I realized that if I didn’t embrace opportunities, I would ride the train [...]
When it comes to digital engagement tools, credit union marketers can use to help them be more effective and efficient, the choices sometimes seem overwhelming. It can be tempting to take an easy approach and [...]
by Ron Shevlin Mobile Payments Today reported on a Finextra study of banks’ mobile wallet plans. Regarding mobile payments, the study found that: “81% of banks are looking to add value beyond the transaction, including [...]
by Anthony Demangone All companies do well. Until they don't. Most companies form around an idea. That idea solves a problem. And people will pay for that idea. But time marches on, and problems morph. [...]
by: Mark Schwanhausser When smartphones hit the scene, the reaction in the financial services industry was predictable and practical. Innovative financial institutions rushed to roll out a user experience that mirrored what customers had come [...]
Fixed-mortgage rates in the U.S. are trending higher for a third consecutive week, putting pressure on refinance momentum, according to Freddie Mac's recently released Primary Mortgage Market Survey. That could help credit unions, which [...]
The news reports over the last few days detailing the extensive nature of the government’s data collection efforts make this as good a time as any to broach a question that’s been bugging [...]
by. Matt Monge The exec team I’m privileged to work with had its strategic planning session over the past few days. Aside from fighting a stupid migraine both days, I thought it was a [...]
On June 14, our country will celebrate Flag Day. It is the day we honor the Stars and Stripes, the Star Spangled Banner, the symbol by which the United States has become known: the flag [...]
The credit union system is bustling with news. From intriguing stats and regulatory developments, to extraordinary advocacy campaigns and new technology, there is no shortage of important story lines. One storyline that overshadows them all [...]
by Bo McDonald I recently had the privilege of addressing a group of credit union CEOs at a roundtable event. I discussed my vision for a successful credit union. Honestly, my presentation wasn’t anything [...]
Big Data this, Member Data that...really? Just exactly how important is “knowing your data?” He who owns the data wins. And by owns…I mean he who compiles, analyzes, understands and leverages the member [...]
By Lisa Hochgraf Earlier this month, CUES staff gathered to talk about organizational values, the company's vision and how to work together ever better as we move forward. One task in our session was to [...]
by Robin Remines Credit unions are unique in that collaboration, not competition, drives their relationships with their peers. Sharing best practices and lessons learned allows credit unions to meet strategic goals while mitigating the risk [...]
According to data provided by the U.S. Department of the Treasury, May saw both the lowest and highest 10-year Treasury yields of 2013. On May 1st the 10-year constant maturity Treasury yield was 1.[...]
