Ben Stangland

Nov 22, 2023 | cuinsight.com | Mark Brantley |Lorraine Ranalli |Joman Kwong |Ben Stangland

The history of credit unions has been deeply intertwined with religious faith for decades. In 1909, the first credit union chartered in the United States was a faith-based institution – St. Mary’s Cooperative Credit Association of Manchester, New Hampshire. The credit union originally founded under the name of “La Caisse Populaire, Ste-Marie” (“The People’s Bank of St. Mary) was established with the assistance of credit union pioneer, Alphonse Desjardins, a man of faith and a religious journalist.

Nov 22, 2023 | cuinsight.com | Lorraine Ranalli |Joman Kwong |Ben Stangland |Anna Baskin

With the holiday season upon us and the start of a new year just around the corner, many professionals begin to think about professional and personal development. A common thread I’ve experienced through my work with entrepreneurs and business leaders, and woven through the pages of many business books I’ve devoured, is self-edification. Many successful people read a lot.

Nov 21, 2023 | cuinsight.com | Deedee Myers |Joman Kwong |Ben Stangland

Communication, language, and linguistics styles used by women in CEO interviews have more of a chance of producing a critical assessment or unwanted outcome than those used by men. Preparing for a CEO interview is an ideal time to increase attention to linguistic practices to produce positive assessments from the search committee. I recommend starting months before you walk through the door to the interview!Communication style in an interview has a heavier weight than experience and education.

Nov 21, 2023 | cuinsight.com | Preston Packer |Joman Kwong |Ben Stangland |Anna Baskin

As the fiscal year comes to a close, it presents a golden opportunity for your credit union to thoroughly assess not only the current direction of the organization but also its overall well-being and solidity. However, achieving significant and impactful change goes beyond a superficial overview of your performance.

Nov 21, 2023 | cuinsight.com | Rich Jones |Joman Kwong |Ben Stangland |Anna Baskin

Leadership is often glamorized as a position of power and influence, but the reality is that it is not for the faint of heart. Authentic leaders are not defined solely by their titles or authority; their hearts’ size distinguishes them. Leading with empathy, courage, and compassion is the hallmark of great leadership, as it involves navigating challenges with a spirit that transcends the ordinary. One of the key attributes of effective leadership is the ability to make tough decisions.