August, 2004

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It Is The Way

Idea Architects

"The time has come. The young generation always comes up and beats the older generation. It's how life is.". Marta Karolyi, head of the United States women's gymnastic team. Despite the fact that the elders may be able to extend their athletic prowess and dominance longer, at some point they will be defeated. Records will fall. Champions will retire.

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Ah, the Simple Life

Idea Architects

Are you going to work hard today? Are you going to be nice today? Now remember, what we agreed: No calling names. No yelling. No whining. Have a good day dear. This is what I overheard a woman telling her obviously successful husband as she dropped him off for work at one of our major downtown office buildings today. Or maybe it was what I heard a mother tell her pre-school-age daughter when I was in line behind them at Starbucks.

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No Deposit, No Return

Idea Architects

Times change, things change, people change, everyone is so busy nowadays, blah, blah, blah. People can use whatever cliché phrases they want, there is no mistaking how difficult it is to be a part of a once-thriving friendship or relationship that seems to be operating on life support. You don't want to see it go or even acknowledge what it has become, so you keep calling, sending emails, trying to connect in person.

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The Frame Game

Idea Architects

How would the conversation be different if instead of talking about the elections in battleground terms, we spoke of it through the lens of the playground ? While some of the negative spirit might be retained (think recess bullies), I can't help believe some childlike curiosity, willingness to play with others, and free spirit might emerge. Though political campaigns are a timely illustration, we are too accustomed to using war metaphors and language to characterize so many regular events that d

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Ultimate Guide to Monetizing Association Member Education

Unlock More Profit and Smarter Packaging for Member Learning Every decision that goes into your learning monetization strategy matters for your association’s bottom line. Our research has shown a clear correlation between high program maturity (and ROI!) and choosing the right monetization strategy. This eBook contains clear, actionable ways to approach packaging and pricing models that will help your association grow revenue, improve profitability, and drive expansion into new markets.