Note from our Network Chair Katie McBreen
Best Regards,
Katie McBreen
Association Network Chair, Vice President of Communications and Research
Consumer Brands Association
My Corona: 5 Lessons from a Global Pandemic
By Katie McBreen
Who would have thought the world would look so different in just six months? From where we work to how we shop and interact with friends, everything has changed. Introspection about what matters in life and work is a natural consequence of today’s turbulence.
With the Public Affairs Council providing professional tools to adjust to COVID-19, I thought I’d mix in a little personal thinking — especially as the office and home worlds are one in the same these days — with five things I’ve learned from the global coronavirus pandemic.
On-boarding During a Global Pandemic
By Christian Roatta
For those lucky enough to be starting new jobs, virtually on-boarding during a pandemic can be a daunting and difficult task, but it is not impossible. With a few tips, it can be a smooth and even rewarding process.
While you may not be in a new building or adjusting to a new commute, virtual on-boarding is still an exciting process that brings its own challenges. Drawing on my own remote on-boarding experience as well as those of my colleagues, here are a few ways to start your new position on a high note.
Tips for Successful GOTV Program during COVID-19
By Victoria Ellington
Strategies may be shifting , but your GOTV efforts are still vital. Here are 10 tips for success during the uncertainty of COVID-19.
Upcoming Events:
Virtual Workshop: Email for Advocacy and Public Affairs Boot Camp | September 10 |
Email is still one of the most effective tools for engaging stakeholders. During this virtual boot camp, we will cover how to successfully run an email program that increases your open and action rates.
2020 Virtual State and Local Government Relations Conference | September 22-23 |
Our speaker lineup is finalized, and our attendee list is growing! Don’t miss the chance to exchange ideas and get an inside look at how state and local leaders are preparing for elections, navigating the pandemic, leveraging digital, building coalitions and more.
Public Affairs Leadership Summit | September 29-October 1 |
Your place to become an in-demand public affairs strategist. This year’s virtual event covers management skills, leading through uncertainty, motivating remote teams and more.
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