The Critical Role of Workplace Recognition
Providing ample recognition and feedback to employees is a simple yet effective tool which, according to Caliann Alderman, can increase employee satisfaction and morale while also lowering employee turnover.
Documentation: Less Is More
When it comes to writing documentation, keeping your writing short and simple is the best route to ensuring your message is conveyed to your audience in a clear and understandable way, says Kendra Erickson.
The Lehman Trilogy and the Arc of American Finance
Chip Filson shares the story of the rise of the Lehman Brothers and the credit union lessons that can be learned from their downfall.
The Oscar Nominated Film Every Credit Union Should See
Oscar nominee, the Barber of Little Rock is a story filled with hope and the power of what community institutions can do, making it a must-see for credit union supporters, says Chip Filson.
Accessibility: Don’t Be Nice, Be Kind
While complying with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines can feel like a job well done, doing so for the sake of being compliant without intention and purpose can leave many still struggling, say Susanna Wojtkowiak.
Why We Must Sustain the Small Credit Unions
Small credit unions serving unbanked communities are pillars of the industry. Renée Sattiewhite from the African American Credit Union Coalition conveys the importance of these institutions and how we can best protect them.
Wisdom for Life from Children’s Stories
Chip Filson views recent mergers and bank acquisitions through the lens of children’s stories to ask the industry: when is it time to say enough?
CUSO Investment: It’s More Than Just Capital
John Ballantyne shares what makes CUSOs stand out as a credit union partner and why collaboration between the two is critical to the survival and success of the credit union industry.
Why Cash Still Matters in Today’s Economy
As many people, businesses, and institutions move away from cash, Jim Petit argues the importance of physical currency, why people still rely on it, and why we must protect it from disappearing.
Reclaiming Civility in American Politics
Chip Filson references the change in political discussions as a reminder to credit unions not to fall into the same traps, and most importantly, to remember who credit unions are meant to serve.
