Sidecar Blog

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How This Nonprofit Raised Every Staffer’s Salary to a $70K Minimum

Back in 2021 – at the height of the pandemic and as many organizations looked for ways to cut back – Choose 180, a Seattle non-profit, raised staffer salaries to $70,000. “For some of the organization’s 24 staff, the pay hikes amounted to a $20,000...

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Understanding Young Professionals & Their Needs

To make a lasting impact on your industry, you have to keep up with the latest trends, topics and ways of doing business. And one of the best ways of...

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Association Newcomer: Exploring Roles & Career Opportunities

Whether you’re looking to make a difference in an industry or simply want to be a part of a mission-driven organization, career opportunities in the...

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Should Personalities Influence the Way We Work?

As a culture expert, I frequently remind leaders that their organization has a culture, even if they don’t pay attention to it. Cultures that are...

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What Is Open-source Software and How Does It Apply to Associations?

Open your computer and chances are you have more than a few programs you use daily – Microsoft Office for all your work and communication, Skype for...

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We Rewrote Sidecar’s Core Values: Here’s How & Why

Recently I had the privilege to attend Verne Harnish’s Scaling Up Summit in Dallas. This three-day conference allowed us to analyze, strategize and...

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Everything You Need to Know About Event Planning for Associations

For associations, events play an essential role in member engagement, reach and even non-dues revenue. Whether it’s your annual conference or...

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Are You a Toxic Coworker?

Work is tough – there’s no way around it. From increased workloads to a lack of motivation, it can take a toll on your daily life. However, not all...

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The Real Cost of Ignoring Professional Development

Providing your organization with professional development opportunities increases retention, creates buy-in and enthusiasm, and improves efficiency...

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