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Everything on Purpose

5/18/2020

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​Whenever we plan an event, an in-depth meeting, a social gathering, or virtual experience Reach Partners will always argue for the same thing. Every time.
 
This thing is the most important detail for every planned interaction. It is the life blood of our work and what drives us to do better every day. Most importantly it’s the power, the energy that fuels the work at hand.
 
How do you tap into this energy? How do you make it work for you? Draw the right audience? Craft the right marketing activities? Align stakeholders? Create value?
 
You start by defining purpose.

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Finding Clarity in the Chaos

4/20/2020

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Even in the best of times, work can be confusing. Efforts can be duplicated, messages mixed, and (wrong) assumptions made. Signals get crossed and, inevitably, something falls through the cracks.
 
When we’re adjusting to chaos, those challenges are amplified. Let’s face it, these recent days of working from home with new “coworkers” and in less-than-ideal settings can make everything feel difficult. It takes more coordination and communication to make sure good work happens. In short, it takes clarity.
 
We should seek clarity even when our projects and work world haven’t been turned upside down. Lack of clarity at any time often leads to confusion and, subsequently, disarray.

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How to Decide: Postpone or Cancel

3/16/2020

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Project managers are good at risk management.

One of the things we do is identify what we can’t control and then find solutions or actions to mitigate these things. Typically, this means we’re thinking through things like potentially bad weather affecting an outdoor event or how to contain a protester at a women’s event.

These types of risk management plans are appropriate, necessary, and responsible.

And then along came the coronavirus pandemic. We’re not going to lie – this challenges even those of us who spend a lot of time identifying and planning for risks.

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Celebrating #ReachBeauty

2/17/2020

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In the upper Midwest, February can be a tough month. Winter has worn out its welcome and spring doesn't dare reveal its promise. The days are longer, but sub-zero temps are still possible. Even the snow looks tired.

And yet, we are reminded that beauty still exists. After all, beauty is more than a visual aesthetic, it's an attitude. Wherever we are, whatever the season, we search for beauty all year long.

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To Invite or Recruit? That Is the Question.

2/10/2020

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From the exquisite gala to the unglamorous gathering, we spend a lot of time at Reach Partners researching and thinking about the unsung aspects of events.

One question we ask every single time we design an event is essential. Why will (or should) a person attend the event? Time is a rare and limited resource. If we want someone to spend precious minutes at our gathering or get-together, we better understand and communicate why they should do so.

 At Reach, we always stress that purpose is the driver for any event. When that purpose is well defined, creatively and accurately articulated, it informs the language we use for everything else. It becomes part of the call to action – what we want our attendees to do.

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Celebrating #ReachIntegrity

1/20/2020

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C.S. Lewis once said that integrity is doing what is right even when nobody is watching. We like that definition, and we like our own interpretation: Integrity means we do what we say we are going to do. 

At Reach Partners, we don't make empty promises to make our partners and ourselves feel good. We follow through. And we enjoy working with partners who do the same. We value integrity; here are some ways we do:

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Why a Toolbox May Be Your Most Valuable Tool

1/16/2020

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Every time we facilitate or manage an off-site meeting or event, we bring a lot with us.

Our vehicles are usually packed with necessities like centerpieces, easels, easel pads, signage, folders, programs, our documents . . . you name it.

Arguably, one of the most valuable items we haul is our trusty Husky toolbox.

It took us a while to realize we needed a container where we could prepack all the small office supplies one needs or might need when away from their office. We had been making do by grabbing a scissors from a desk and Post-it notes from the supply cabinet. But then we’d forget to return the scissors to the right person, and Linda wondered where her stapler was. And don’t even get us started on how much time it took to pack those items. Every. Single. Time.

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Celebrating #ReachPossibility

12/15/2019

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A new year – and possibly a new decade?!  – will be here before we know it. 

As we celebrate Christmas and New Year's with our family and friends, we also will spend some time reflecting on all that happened in 2019 and all we dream of for 2020.

No year is perfect. Frustrations and disappointments often walk hand-in-hand with beauty and exhilaration. Tears and laughter become close neighbors.

And yet, each new year stretches with the promise of possibility. Below are some of the possibilities we discovered in 2019. May you find your own in 2020.

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Why You Want to Hire a Partner

12/11/2019

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Every company gets to the point where it needs to hire an outside vendor or consultant.
 
Maybe you’ve hired someone to assist with marketing materials or accounting needs. Maybe you’ve contracted with someone to help you determine future staffing opportunities or to complete a one-off project.
 
At Reach Partners, we often step in when a business’s internal team is too busy to complete a job or an organization needs our expertise in planning and problem-solving.
 
We’ve been asked to determine the best way to move 18,000 people from numerous parking lots to an event site in less than three hours. Our clients have hired us to launch a seminar series in three states and to keep a coalition of experts on task.

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#ReachGratitude

11/18/2019

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Gratitude is a value that we practice every single day at Reach Partners. Work -- and life, frankly -- is more enjoyable when we are thankful for all things, big and small.

November is the perfect time to reflect on all we've been grateful for over the past year. Here are just a few of those moments (and there are oh-so-many-more that you can check out on Twitter at #ReachGratitude):

Taking some time to say ‘Thank You’ with a note and a pop-up card. I’m awfully grateful for the people in my life and at work. #ReachGratitude pic.twitter.com/ueAT8un9hV

— Rachel Asleson (@ReachRachelA) March 22, 2019

Thanks to Dakota Medical Foundation for High Impact #BoardTraining pilot program. Attended as a @YWCACassClay Board Member #ReachGratitude pic.twitter.com/Sy3FJww4Rw

— Anita Hoffarth (@ReachAnitaH) September 11, 2019

Shout-out to @FargoNLCkatie who brings #brownies that are still warm to a @FargoNLC meeting #ReachGratitude

— Anita Hoffarth (@ReachAnitaH) October 8, 2019

Gratitude is a feeling, a welling from within. It feels kinda like a hug, a receiving of energy and warmth.

I'm grateful for the people and ideas that inspire and embrace these conversations.

GROUP THINK https://t.co/99YiNKY2uf#ReachGratitude pic.twitter.com/XglVWs7WHe

— Rachel Asleson (@ReachRachelA) July 30, 2019

Congrats @aldevron! We enjoyed assisting with your groundbreaking events. #ReachGratitude #ReachPossibility https://t.co/5JctLVyOS0

— Reach Partners Inc. (@ReachPartnersPM) August 19, 2019

In my childhood kitchen there was a spot near the fridge and counter that squeaked when you stepped on it just right. Mom said she said a prayer or gratitude every time she heard it.

13 Most Popular Gratitude Exercises & Activities. https://t.co/ZjQiGRvo0s#ReachGratitude pic.twitter.com/yt4xflgT3Y

— Rachel Asleson (@ReachRachelA) September 30, 2019

ND Soybean Grower Association magazine gave a nice recap of the #NDCornSoyExpo19 I enjoyed working with the staff, board members and volunteers! #ReachGratitude pic.twitter.com/LSp7UVJc4j

— Anita Hoffarth (@ReachAnitaH) March 26, 2019

Grateful to support the work and statewide summit for @HungerfreeNd #FoodInsecurity #ReachGratitude pic.twitter.com/U5O0UX5hIv

— Reach Partners Inc. (@ReachPartnersPM) September 24, 2019

Grateful for flexible work schedules: warm summer Friday 5:30pm working and earlier #icecream date with husband and goddaughter #ReachGratitude

— Anita Hoffarth (@ReachAnitaH) July 26, 2019

I've got 7 names on a post-it to remind me to be thankful for these women for their work, dedication, love, and creativity that benefits our community. Tonight we get to celebrate them! #YWCAccWOTY #honorwomen https://t.co/22ZnoDYZd7 #ReachGratitude pic.twitter.com/XmuYU5ofkG

— Rachel Asleson (@ReachRachelA) May 6, 2019
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