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SOURCE: Harvard Business Review
Most career-oriented people tend to think of growth in terms of promotion and money. And while those aspects are telling, surrounding ourselves with people who challenge us offers an opportunity to build meaningful careers and purposeful lives that complement financial success.

Visit https://hbr.org/2018/09/the-key-to-career-growth-surround-yourself-with-people-who-will-push-you to view the full article online.

 
SOURCE: TSNN News
Believing in the power of face-to-face events, IMEX Group and C2 International will debut their newest collaboration, Cloud Lab, at IMEX America in Las Vegas, NV Oct. 16-18. Designed to stimulate creative thinking, the Cloud Lab focus group experience engages participants through mental and physical challenges.

Visit https://www.tsnn.com/news/c2-international-cloud-lab-debut-imex-america to view the full article online.

 
SOURCE: Forbes
Despite a plethora of time-saving technologies, business leaders still need their human followers to make their vision a reality. For new leaders to the organization this can be a real challenge, but a multi-faceted approach will help engage, articulate and rally the troops to your way of thinking.

Visit https://www.forbes.com/sites/deloitte/2018/07/23/changing-minds-without-twisting-arms/#23fa78943e16 to view the full article online.

 
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How ALA Automated Logistics Management for Their Annual Conference
ALA, along with other major organizations like ADA, WVC, MLA, and AAAnthro, have been in the process of Beta Testing the Logistics Module for the past year and a half so that it is ready for use by all meeting organizers in 2019. One organization calculated over 40 hours of labor saved after using the system.
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SOURCE: ExhibitorOnline
Sure to be a catalyst for future venues, the Los Angeles Convention Center (LACC) has been fully upgraded to the 5th generation in wireless communication. In addition, more than 100 antennas have been connected to the facility, leading to improved capacity for AI, VR, video calling and other IoT services

Visit https://www.exhibitoronline.com/news/article.asp?ID=18592 to view the full article online.

 
SOURCE: INC.com
Business is competitive by nature, and most new business owners experience some level of stress in those start-up years. But for some entrepreneurs, success also comes with a level of anxiety and fear that can stagnate their company's growth. Here are a few tips to regain control and work through the worry and apprehension.

Visit https://www.inc.com/david-finkel/anxiety-is-common-among-entrepreneurs-here-are-4-tips-to-help-soothe-your-nerves.html?cid=landermore to view the full article online.

 
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SOURCE: Trade Show Executive
Six honorees from the trade show industry will be saluted at the Trade Show Executive (TSE) Gold 100 Awards & Summit Oct. 10-12 at the Monarch Beach Resort in Dana Point, CA. Selected from a larger group of management peers, the six honorees and three runners up were chosen for their networking, recognition and education in the trade show industry.

Visit http://www.tradeshowexecutive.com/archive/industry-news/keep-eye-tses-inaugural-women-watch-list/ to view the full article online.

 
SOURCE: Fast Company
In previous years, recruiters could expect potential candidates to ask about their core responsibilities and potential advancement. Today, HR departments are finding Generation Z candidates are more concerned with their professional development, mobility and flexibility.

Visit https://www.fastcompany.com/90243801/what-college-graduates-are-asking-prospective-employers to view the full article online.

 
SOURCE: CMO.com
Understanding and connecting to the values and the beliefs of your audience is pivotal to successful disruption. For brands, customer loyalty and advocacy are paramount to building and maintaining market share. Eminent experience maker Cindy Gallop gives insight into how sharing those values will have audiences following wherever you go.

Visit https://www.cmo.com/features/articles/2018/8/24/reinvention-experts-5-tips-for-successful-disruption-.html#gs.zNVlVto to view the full article online.

 
CEIR Event: Insights on Where Events Are Going
SOURCE: CEIR blog
Effective collaboration is about conveying ideas that may diverge with others, and letting the synergy within the group create something wholly new and exciting. It's about being proactive and making the most of every opportunity.

Visit https://ceirblog.wordpress.com/2018/09/30/5-ways-to-promote-positive-conflict-in-meetings/ to view the full article online.