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IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:00 PM EST

Welcome to this week's #IOLchat :) Who's joining in today? https://t.co/kGGSeMZ5AD

ceasom Feb 3 @ 12:03 PM EST

Hello from Colin Easom with Pima Medical Institute Online! Hoping to be here for all of #iolchat today (fingers crossed!).

ceasom Feb 3 @ 12:03 PM EST

Calling @jshamsy to join us. for #iolchat :)

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:04 PM EST

@ceasom Hello, Colin! :) How are things at PMI this week? #iolchat

jshamsy Feb 3 @ 12:04 PM EST

Hello #iolchat -- Jennifer from Atlanta - adjunct & grad student.

ceasom Feb 3 @ 12:04 PM EST

@IOLblog Busy as always, but good. You? #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:05 PM EST

@jshamsy Hi there, Jennifer. :) Hope all is well in ATL today. #iolchat

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IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:05 PM EST

@ceasom Feeling about the same. ;) Enjoying some Spring-like weather this week, which helps. #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:08 PM EST

Let's get this chat rolling! Q1) coming up ... #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:09 PM EST

Q1) Are you a member of a professional association? More than one? #IOLchat

ceasom Feb 3 @ 12:10 PM EST

Ugh, spoke too soon! Be back asap #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:11 PM EST

Oh, @ceasom ... #iolchat ;)

eduongo Feb 3 @ 12:11 PM EST

Hello from the Seattle, @IOLblog This is our first time tuning in for a #iolchat

jshamsy Feb 3 @ 12:12 PM EST

Unfortunately not #iolchat -- something I would like to change in time. Being in school I do feel part of "a" professional community

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:13 PM EST

@eduongo Hello there! Great to have you with us. Today's topic: professional associations. #iolchat :)

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:14 PM EST

@jshamsy Well I think that fits nicely - grad school should be a professional community IMO #iolchat

jshamsy Feb 3 @ 12:14 PM EST

@IOLblog it is..but that eventually comes to an end - it is small communities linked together by a common bond (school) -- limited #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:14 PM EST

@jshamsy Are there specific orgs you are thinking about already? #iolchat

jshamsy Feb 3 @ 12:15 PM EST

When looking at professional associations..what kinds of characteristics do you look for @iolblog #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:15 PM EST

@jshamsy Agreed. It's hard enough to stay in touch with people we know really well, much less those we know for a short time #IOLchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:16 PM EST

@jshamsy oooh! Let's call that Q2) ;) #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:16 PM EST

Q2) When looking at professional associations..what kinds of characteristics do you look for? Thx @jshamsy! #iolchat

jshamsy Feb 3 @ 12:17 PM EST

@IOLblog For me a confidence thing - want to be able to talk the talk a bit before delving into interactions - I get lost easily! #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:17 PM EST

@jshamsy Lots of things really - admin stuff like: cost to join, benefits (conference discounts), publications, but also ... #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:18 PM EST

@jshamsy ... relevance/prestige in my field, or the field I aspire to. #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:19 PM EST

@jshamsy That is really interesting. I think many assoc are also good at helping those new to the field get familiar. #iolchat

jshamsy Feb 3 @ 12:19 PM EST

@IOLblog Cost is a big one - they aren't cheap...so I think you probably have to be a bit picky! #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:20 PM EST

@jshamsy And I think that would be another sign of a good group to join. Some skill and knowledge dev opps, and friendly people :) #iolchat

jshamsy Feb 3 @ 12:20 PM EST

@IOLblog Makes sense..have to have clear purpose -- what are you trying to achieve - networking/skills/knowledge/publications/etc. #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:21 PM EST

@eduongo Thank you! #IOLchat is a small but mighty group - lots of helpful sharing and resources. :)

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:22 PM EST

@jshamsy Definitely a consideration. I started as a member of many, but have narrowed it down two just a few over the years. $$$ #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:23 PM EST

Different groups/orgs focus on different things, so matching what you want and need is essential. #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:24 PM EST

Q3) What are your main goals as a member or participant in a professional group? #iolchat

jshamsy Feb 3 @ 12:24 PM EST

@iolblog are conferences a part of your decision making process - do you try to target events that you wish to attend? #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:26 PM EST

@jshamsy For me, yes. Conferences have become a great resource for networking, profdev, and sharing my work. #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:26 PM EST

RT @jmm140 I belong to and get best teaching-focused professional development from Academy of Management. #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:27 PM EST

@jmm140 Thanks for sharing that association! Are there specific activities/events that are most helpful? #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:28 PM EST

@jshamsy But conferences aren't everybody's favorite thing. If a credential is important, an org that offers it may be helpful. #iolchat

jshamsy Feb 3 @ 12:29 PM EST

@IOLblog kind of goes back to reflecting and creating a plan for what you are really trying to achieve #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:30 PM EST

@jshamsy Exactly! And that can change over time. Start with what is available w/o paid membership - web-resources, webinars, etc. #iolchat

jshamsy Feb 3 @ 12:30 PM EST

@ceasom must have gotten lost in the coffee line ☕️☕️ #iolchat

jshamsy Feb 3 @ 12:31 PM EST

@IOLblog think that is where I am right now - just too much going on to get any benefit -- but w/time that will hopefully change =) #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:32 PM EST

@jshamsy, Indeed. If that's the case @ceasom, I hope you are bringing back coffee for everyone #hinthint #thanksinadvance #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:33 PM EST

@jshamsy That makes sense. :) If no time to get the benefit ... :/ But there will be down the road! #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:34 PM EST

#IOLchat Academy of Management recommendations! https://t.co/txTMjHXOHJ

jmm140 Feb 3 @ 12:31 PM EST

@IOLblog Teaching and Learning Conference (TLC) at annual meeting, management education and development (MED) interest group

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:35 PM EST

@eduongo Absolutely! Check the sites for @OLCToday (Effective Practices) and @ATD as a couple of examples #IOLchat

jshamsy Feb 3 @ 12:36 PM EST

@jmm140 @IOLblog I will have to do a little research on this one - haven't heard of it before... thanks for the recommendation! #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:36 PM EST

RT @jmm140 Have also attended teaching focused meetings of @APPAM_DC, @APSAtweets, and @ASPANational. Yes, APSA and ASPA! #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:38 PM EST

Also look at how memberships are offered. Some have 'Student' and/or 'New Professional' rates that are more manageable. #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:39 PM EST

You can also get started with a professional org by following them via social media, LinkedIn Group, etc. Get to know org culture. #iolchat

jshamsy Feb 3 @ 12:41 PM EST

@IOLblog I like the Linked In groups...again just takes some time..but this is a virtual method of networking/gaining new insights #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:42 PM EST

@jshamsy We always seem to come back to ... time! So many opportunities, so little time to do new things. #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:43 PM EST

@jshamsy I just went through my LinkedIn groups this week - narrowed the field I follow, adjusted notifications. #iolchat

jshamsy Feb 3 @ 12:44 PM EST

@IOLblog Yes... why if you can get focused on what exactly you are trying to do .. it makes life a lot easier #easiersaidthandone #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:45 PM EST

+1 RT @jshamsy .. why if you can get focused on what exactly you are trying to do .. it makes life a lot easier #easiersaidthandone #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:46 PM EST

Which is, incidentally, another benefit of professional orgs: they can help curate the endless flow of info in your field :) #iolchat

jshamsy Feb 3 @ 12:48 PM EST

@IOLblog great point! Help to put it into perspective..never thought about that #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:48 PM EST

Q4) How do you find relevant professional groups? #iolchat

eduongo Feb 3 @ 12:49 PM EST

@IOLblog Any tips for how best to interact/contribute/gain from to professional organizations through LinkedIn groups? #iolchat

jshamsy Feb 3 @ 12:50 PM EST

A4) Social media, advertisements, publications, LinkedIn, conversations, recommendations #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:50 PM EST

@eduongo Following discussion forums is useful - what are the trending topics, are people replying w/helpful info? ... #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:51 PM EST

@eduongo Joining the forums is a good thing to - can you provide a helpful reply? do you have a question that others can address? #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:52 PM EST

@eduongo And ... sometimes there's info about jobs, career dev, etc. w/ an invitation to make contact. #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:53 PM EST

@jshamsy Intersting that you included advertisements! Personal recommendations are my favorite - a lot of this from my grad profs. #iolchat

jshamsy Feb 3 @ 12:54 PM EST

Yes personal recommendations always seem to work really well on so many things! #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:55 PM EST

We're nearing the end of the chat hour ... any online ed professional associations you'd like to share? or find out more about? #iolchat

IOLblog Feb 3 @ 12:56 PM EST

@jshamsy So true! I tested this just yesterday via LinkedIn - asking about an org with credential training. #iolchat

jshamsy Feb 3 @ 12:59 PM EST

@IOLblog big training commitment or pretty short-term? #iolchat