Concern for Community Makes a Comeback: Credit Unions Spread Holiday Cheer

Concern for Community Makes a Comeback: Credit Unions Spread Holiday Cheer

Following a lackluster year in holiday giving during the pandemic, Emily Claus happily reports the various ways credit unions are bringing holiday cheer back and giving to their communities.

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Facts vs. Fictions: the NCUSIF Financial Model Works—Even When Mismanaged

Facts vs. Fictions: the NCUSIF Financial Model Works—Even When Mismanaged

Chip Filson compares the NCUSIF’s projected net operating loss against the actual data and discusses potential ramifications for the variance in these numbers.

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NCUA Board Sets NOL at 1.33%, Adopts Compromise Budget

NCUA Board Sets NOL at 1.33%, Adopts Compromise Budget

The NCUA board agreed to a compromise budget that will return $15 million to credit unions next year and set the agency’s normal operating level at 1.33% for 2022, reports David Baumann of the Washington Credit Union Daily. The NCUA board also made decisions on final rules for the capital adequacy regulation and mortgage servicing rights.

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Four Things Credit Union Executives Should Do About Cybersecurity Right Now

Four Things Credit Union Executives Should Do About Cybersecurity Right Now

Dave Wordhouse covers four areas where credit union executives can look to improve their cybersecurity right now.

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Credit Unions: Banks for Children

Credit Unions: Banks for Children

CUSO Mag’s Esteban Camargo discusses the Hollywood perception of credit unions, and the hurdles the industry faces to overcome common misconceptions among consumers.

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Looks Aren’t Everything: What Makes a Website Stand Out

Looks Aren’t Everything: What Makes a Website Stand Out

Designer Peter Meyers urges credit unions to take a step back from the color palettes and font choices to reexamine their website’s content and find ways to inspire users to engage with their site.

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NCUA Reg Agenda: Bank Purchases, Overdrafts

NCUA Reg Agenda: Bank Purchases, Overdrafts

During the next six months the National Credit Union Administration board may issue final rules governing overdrafts and the purchase of a bank by a credit union, the agency said in its Fall regulatory agenda.

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My Sales Culture Is a Flop, What Now?

My Sales Culture Is a Flop, What Now?

Shifting from a service culture to a sales culture at your credit union can be a tricky endeavor that often leads to confusion and hesitation. Thankfully, Julie Gessner has a guide to help make this transition beneficial and effective for everyone.

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The Dates That Can Change Your Career

The Dates That Can Change Your Career

If you’re not making note of the dates that can change your career, you’re falling behind those who do. Randy Karnes shares his thoughts on how leaders identify opportunities to shine and then put the work in.

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Conducting a Site Visit: What to Know Before You Go

Conducting a Site Visit: What to Know Before You Go

Stephanie Underwood lays out some of the major considerations to keep in mind when choosing an event venue and what to have on your checklist during a site visit.

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