MEMBER BENEFITS
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IABC brings you
Networking opportunities Learning and development resources Job-searching assistance Professional stature Affinity programs
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NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
MemberSearch Chapter meetings MemberSpeak Communication Common The IABC Buzz
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MemberSearch
E-directory of all IABC members (“eWorldbook”) Searchable by numerous parameters including
industry, job function, geography, company Available around the clock
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Chapter Meetings
Face-to-face networking
Affinity with communicators in your community
Opportunity to share specific local information (e.g., about freelancers, vendors, clients looking for contractors, job openings, etc.)
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MemberSpeak
Full-featured electronic bulletin board A meeting place for the international IABC
community to- Discuss and debate issues- Form connections around the world- Brainstorm about specific job challenges
Available around the clock
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Communication Common
An online meeting place to share ideas and best practices, debate with colleagues and gain insights.
Focuses on such topics as employee communication, marketing/branding and measurement.
Available around the clock.
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The IABC Buzz
An online posting area for members to share personal and professional accomplishments, such as weddings/engagements, births/adoptions, new jobs, promotions, educational accomplishments, relocations, deaths.
Available around the clock.
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LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
MyComm Communication World magazine CW Bulletin Online Content Library Volunteer opportunities Member pricing on IABC products, Research
Foundation products, and events
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MyComm
Online communication planning tool developed by Cisco Systems
Takes users through a six-step process that results in a comprehensive plan
Allows users to share and collaborate on plans via the web
Is available exclusively to IABC members
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Communication World magazine
Features case studies on communication situations, insights and advice from seasoned communicators, news affecting communicators, IABC updates, and research findings
High quality content, four color, coated paper, saddle stitched
Delivered by mail bimonthly
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CW Bulletin
Delves deeply into a major topical concern in the communication profession
Addresses professional skills, industry news, and career development insights
Past and upcoming topics include: career development, branding, measurement, global communication, PR, technology, change management, crisis communication
Delivered monthly via e-mail
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Online Content Library
Includes Communication World and CW Bulletin archives, IABC conference presentations and handouts, Gold Quill Award-winning communication plans, and helpful links.
Organized into six categories: employee communication, online communication, PR, skills development, strategy and council, reputation and branding
Available around the clock
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Volunteer opportunities
Variety of roles to expand your experience and skills, including:- Marketing- Finance- Project management- Meeting planning- Public speaking- Mentoring- Leadership
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Member pricing
International Conference Knowledge Centre products (books and
manuals on a variety of communication topics) Events (live events, teleseminars, webinars) IABC Research Foundation reports Gold Quill Award entry fees Accreditation application fees
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JOB-SEARCHING ASSISTANCE
Job Centre
Chapter resources
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Job Centre
On the IABC web site Jobs added every day Communication jobs from entry level to senior From all over the world Customized search capability Available around the clock
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Chapter Resources
Local job listings (web sites, newsletters)
Access to the hidden job market through IABC contacts
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PROFESSIONAL STATURE
Demonstrates commitment to your profession
Grants credence to the profession (13,000+ practitioners who join)
Puts you in the position to give something back to your profession and your colleagues
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AFFINITY PROGRAMS
Access to health insurance (US only) Discounts from Kinko’s, IBM, Avis care rental,
Airborne Express, Choice Hotels International, Link Conference Service, iWire, and others.
Opportunity to take advantage of an IABC credit card (US only)
More to come!
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CORPORATE PACKAGES
Available for groups as small as 5. Entitles members to discounts on dues, IABC
annual International Conference, Knowledge Centre books and manuals, and Research Foundation reports.
High-value option offers additional services such as on-site training.
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