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What’s With the Why?
When an organization establishes a thoughtful and clear shared purpose, it gives employees something tangible. An organization’s purpose should inspire and motivate people. When a shared purpose is clear and concise, employees will contribute more, share their knowledge, and utilize their abilities and skills to make sure the organization thrives.
Cultural Impact on Purpose
All work relationships are built upon perspective, a reason for the relationship. When the basis of the relationship is initiated on a clear and compelling purpose, and the purpose is consistent with the culture, the framework of the relationship has a solid footing.
It’s Time to Register for BRMConnect 2022!
This October 4th and 5th, BRMs from around the globe will converge in beautiful San Antonio, and once we’re done with it, Texas might never be the same! With phenomenal speakers to inspire us, workshops that add to our skillsets, and one-on-one complimentary coaching sessions, BRMConnect is the “can’t miss” event of the year! Relationships are everything- and the skills taught at BRMConnect are transferable to any role, any position, and any organization!
Excellence in BRM: The 2022 Top BRMs are Announced!
The global BRM community is recognizing the top BRMs that have achieved success through their BRM efforts, strengthened the global BRM community and BRM discipline, enriched lives through excellence in BRM within their organizations, and/or contributed to the community on a local, national, and global level.
Celebrate the Spirit of BRM during BRMWeek 2022!
Celebrate the Spirit of BRM during BRMWeek 2022! During February 6-12, 2022, we come together to honor all the work you do and celebrate everything BRM! Want to take part in the festivities worldwide? Take a look at the week of events we have planned for you and your team!
Five ways to Manage an Overwhelming Workload
We’ve all been there: It’s five o’clock on a Friday afternoon, and not only have you not finished your to-do list for the week, but you can’t find it because it’s buried under the mountain of unexpected projects that popped up after you stepped into the office bright-eyed and ready to roll last Monday. This week feels like it’s beaten you down, like you can’t see the forest for the trees—and frankly, you’re understaffed, overworked, and tired. Sound familiar?
BRM Explained is Now Available!
For your convenience, and for the first time ever, BRM Institute Publishing is expanding e-book distribution to major retailers: Amazon, Nook, Apple Books, Kobo, Scribd, Tolino, and Vivlio! BRM Explained is an evolved version of the BRMP® Guide. The guide as you knew it is being retired, and an enhanced version, BRM Explained is taking its place.
What Do BRMs Want for the Holidays?
When you’re giving a gift, you want the recipient to get something they will love (and use!) which is why we put together a quick gift guide for the BRM in your life.
International Volunteer Day: The Power and Potential of Volunteerism
Throughout history and across the world, volunteers lead the way, as their efforts strengthen their communities. Being a part of a great community enables us to grow, offer and receive support, and connect with one another to advance greater goals. We all have the power to make a difference.
GivingTuesday: Celebrate the Power of Generosity
On this #GivingTuesday, join the single global BRM community in support of advancing the BRM purpose for years to come!
The Strength in Storytelling
As we began Day 3 of the 2021 BRMConnect World Conference, we were most fortunate to have storyteller Debra Ialamov, the lead global IT PMO and technology BRM for clinical supply services at Catalent, to wake up our brains as she led her session, “Creating Deeper Connections Through Storytelling.” While sharing captivating stories to provide context, Debra furnished attendees with a wealth of information and examples about capturing our audience’s attention from the start and using their time wisely once you have it.
Pushing Past Labels to Reflect the Authentic You
It’s the middle of Day 3 of the 2021 BRMConnect Global conference, and there’s no sign of slowing down with the energetic and inspirational sessions that we’re seeing! We’re excited to tell you about another one of our speakers for today, Nicole Eltom, who is a proud mom, successful triathlete, great friend, volunteer, community member—and who also just happens to be the vice president of customer relationship and solution management at TELUS.
Announcing the 2021 Global BRM Community Excellence Award Winners
We are excited to announce this year’s Global Excellence Award Winners, the most prestigious awards in the BRM community. Recipients of this year’s awards were nominated by their peers for outstanding service to the BRM community. Please join us in celebrating them at the 2021 World BRMConnect Virtual Conference.
BRMConnect Keynote: Leadership as Practice in the Relationship Centered Organization
Baziel Barends, Director director at Radishweed Consulting, kicked off BRMConnect 2021 in a rousing opening keynote, focusing on Leadership leadership as Practice practice in the relationship-centered organization.
BRMs in Service to Others
It’s the first official day of BRMConnect 2021 and Storyteller Kip Fanta, Principal, Kip Fanta Group, puts the BRM community in the right frame of mind with his eloquent presentation, Helping Others Thrive. BRMs understand that for an organization to thrive, it should be relationship-centered but knowing how to attain that goal can be challenging.
The Key to Thrive: Suresh GP, MBRM, Weighs In
The Key to Thrive: Real BRMs Weigh In to discuss the tools, techniques and resources that helped them advance their BRM role. Read the full article to learn what they revealed.
BRM Volunteers Leading the Way
As another summer draws to a close and we head toward BRMConnect 2021, BRM Institute would like to give a shout out to a few exceptional BRMs business relationship managers (BRMs) who have recently taken on new volunteer leadership roles on the BRM Institute Executive Council and Knowledge Team.
The Key to Thrive: Jeremy Semmelroth, BRMP, Weighs In
The Key to Thrive: Real BRMs Weigh In to discuss the tools, techniques and resources that helped them advance their BRM role. Read the full article to learn what they revealed.