Articles by Steve Rodgers
About 70% of job applicants find interviews distasteful.
August 13, 2012
Basically, treat candidates the way you’d like to be treated.
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The term ‘member’ can imply barriers to admission.
July 12, 2012
Nearly 70% of nonmembers ages 18 to 24 are “not at all familiar” with credit unions. And nearly 80% of consumers in that age group don’t know if they’re eligible to join.
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Top Planning Trends: Part II
Leaders should consider lending, governance, membership growth, technology, and compliance.
June 8, 2012
Lending will continue to be a struggle, but loans are on the uptick for most CUs.
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Top Planning Trends: Part I
Planning should include mobile, antibank sentiment, awareness, earnings, and staffing.
June 7, 2012
The wave of new members spurred on by Bank Transfer Day means a greater emphasis on onboarding and member retention, too.
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Use these topics to shape discussions at your strategic planning sessions.
June 1, 2012
Reap the benefits of Bank Transfer Day, prioritize nonmember awareness and focus on governance.
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Studies show about 50% of attempts to open accounts online fail.
May 14, 2012
Studies show about 50% of attempts to open accounts online fail.
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Major players are building a mobile-payments platform.
April 15, 2012
What could an organization called Isis and events taking place in Barcelona possibly have to do with credit unions?
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Keep Bank Transfer Day momentum rolling.
March 12, 2012
First impressions are important. Over the years, astute observers have noted that you never get a second chance to make a first impression, and first impressions are often the most accurate.
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The first 60 to 90 days are critical for success.
January 13, 2012
By any measure, Bank Transfer Day must be considered a success.
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Ending a relationship can be painful, even if it’s with a bank.
December 11, 2011
The Facebook-fueled Bank Transfer Day convinced thousands of consumers to break off their bank relationships and move on.
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