The Call to Action People Won’t Ignore: How to Move Teams from Talk to Transformation

Every meeting, presentation, or one-on-one conversation has an unspoken test at the end. Did the message lead to action, or did it simply fill time? Many professionals deliver compelling updates, share thoughtful insights, and lead productive discussions, but still fail to create movement. The missing piece is often a clear and actionable close. A strong call to action is not about wrapping things up with polite phrases or open-ended invitations. It is about giving people direction, purpose, and clarity on what comes next. Without that clarity, even the best message loses momentum the moment the meeting ends.

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Ally Dolan Receives Inaugural SAM GOLD Award for Early-Career Excellence

The Society for Advancement of Management proudly honored Ally Dolan with the inaugural Graduate of the Last Decade Award at the 80th Annual International Business Conference, held in Tallahassee, Florida. This prestigious recognition is presented to an early-career professional who has completed their degree within the last ten years and has made outstanding contributions to the field of management while upholding the highest standards of ethics and social responsibility.

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Stephen F. Austin State University Named Top Large Chapter in SAM’s 2025 Campus Chapter Performance Program

The Society for Advancement of Management is proud to recognize Stephen F. Austin State University (SFASU) as the first-place winner in the Large Chapter Division of the 2025 Campus Chapter Performance Program. This prestigious recognition celebrates the chapter’s outstanding commitment to leadership, community involvement, and professional development throughout the 2024 to 2025 academic year.

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New England Institute of Technology Chapter Earns Second Place in SAM Campus Chapter Performance Program

The Society for Advancement of Management proudly celebrates the achievements of the New England Institute of Technology (NEIT) Collegiate Chapter, which was named Second Place Winner in the Large Chapter Division of the 2025 Campus Chapter Performance Program. This national recognition honors the chapter’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and student engagement in the management field.

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Florida State University Named Top Small Chapter in SAM’s Campus Chapter Performance Program

The Society for Advancement of Management is proud to recognize Florida State University as the first-place recipient in the Small Chapter Division of the 2025 Campus Chapter Performance Program. Under the dedicated guidance of Chapter Advisor Bob Garner, FSU’s SAM chapter demonstrated exceptional leadership, consistent engagement, and a heartfelt commitment to community service throughout the academic year.

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Ohio Northern University Named Second Place Winner in SAM Campus Chapter Performance Program – Small Chapter Division

The Society for Advancement of Management is proud to recognize the Ohio Northern University Collegiate Chapter for earning Second Place in the Small Chapter Division of the 2025 Campus Chapter Performance Program. This national honor reflects the chapter’s unwavering commitment to student leadership, professional development, and community engagement throughout the academic year.

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Make It Stick: Storytelling Techniques That Turn Information Into Impact

Every day, professionals share data, strategies, and updates that are important but quickly forgotten. The problem is not the content. The problem is that most messages lack emotional connection. Without emotion, the human brain treats information as disposable. Storytelling changes that. A well-told story gives people something to relate to, something they can picture and feel. It wraps facts in meaning and turns ideas into experiences. When you use storytelling to communicate, you give your audience a reason to care and a way to remember.

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Lead Like You’ll Be Remembered: Embracing Mortality as a Management Mindset

One of the most powerful ways to transform how you lead is to begin thinking about how you’ll be remembered. Not in terms of reputation management or brand-building, but in the quiet, personal sense. Ask yourself a simple but profound question: if someone were to speak at your funeral, what would you want them to say about how you lived, how you worked, and how you made others feel?

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SAM Board Re-Elects Ally Dolan to Leadership Post

The Society for Advancement of Management (SAM), a leading nonprofit organization founded in 1912 to advance the practice and study of management, proudly announces the re-election of Ally Dolan as National Secretary for a second two-year term.

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From Invisible to Invaluable: Managing Your Brand at Work

Many professionals assume that strong performance will naturally lead to recognition. They believe that if they work hard, follow the rules, and avoid mistakes, their efforts will be noticed. While this may happen in some environments, it is not a reliable strategy. In reality, waiting to be discovered often leads to frustration. Your contributions may be essential, but without visibility, others may not know the extent of your impact.

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The Myth of Hard Work Alone

Many professionals are taught that hard work is the key to success. From early schooling to entry-level roles, the message is clear: if you want to get ahead, put in the hours. While this advice is not entirely wrong, it is incomplete. Hard work is important, but it is not the only ingredient in a successful career. People who rise to leadership roles and gain influence often do more than just work hard.

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