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Tag: Leadership

Oct 23, 2024
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Five stages of successful project management

Credit managers frequently dive into new projects, whether that’s implementing new technology or updating a credit policy. Effective project management is key to successfully completing any project, no matter its size.
Oct 23, 2024
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Volunteering offers credit managers opportunities to give back

From the steady stream of emails to an overflowing pile of credit applications awaiting your careful review, work can be overwhelming. Even after leaving for the day, it might still weigh heavy on your mind as you anticipate the next day’s workload. 
Oct 17, 2024
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Planning your exit: The importance of succession planning

As a credit manager, you’ve likely grown accustomed to the everyday grind that your work brings: reviewing credit reports, determining credit limits and working with customers. While your day-to-day workload is vital to your company’s success, you may need to take a step back and think, who is going to take over when I leave my position?
Oct 11, 2024
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Feedback that cuts through the noise

🎙️On today’s episode of Extra Credit…When you’re at work, it feels like there is nothing scarier than getting called into the boss’s office. Whether it’s a performance review or notes on a recent project, getting feedback can be tough. For many supervisors, it’s just as hard to give this feedback as it is for employees to receive.
Oct 10, 2024
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Let’s meet up in Cleveland

NACM’s annual Credit Congress & Exposition gathers credit professionals far and wide across the nation for networking, educational seminars and forums with information about the latest changes in the credit world. It’s more than just a conference—it is an experience.
Sep 26, 2024
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Inheriting challenging customers

Whether you’ve started a new position, or your company has recently merged with another, you might have a hard time managing customers you inherit from previous credit managers. Regardless of how you’ve gained these customers, there are several problems that might arise.
Sep 13, 2024
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I want to earn a designation. Where do I start?

🎙️On today’s episode of Extra Credit…Earning a designation from NACM’s Professional Certification Program is a powerful way to establish credibility and showcase expertise. However, the journey to certification can feel daunting, with numerous paths and options available.
Sep 11, 2024
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Member Spotlight: Certifications Make for Resilient Credit Leaders 

Learning isn’t easy; it demands careful planning, effective time management and a few sacrifices. However, the rewards are always worth the effort. NACM’s six-level Professional Certification Program helps credit professionals enhance their knowledge and skills, while also developing resilience and leadership abilities.