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Citizen Science or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love eBird

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But that changed last weekend at the Chicago Ornithological Society’s 10th biennial Birding America conference. The talk described eBird’s origins in 2002 and traced its history as a project aimed at using “citizen science” to help researchers and conservationists learn more about birds. And at least on me, it worked.

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I Remember Elephants

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A different research says, from 2002 to 2011 the known populations of forest elephants declined by 62%. Will the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) conference delegates up-list them to Appendix I of the Convention, forbidding any future sale over international borders?

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The Case for Adding the U.S. Territories in the Caribbean to the ABA Area

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(SOPI) is the leading ornithological organization and it performs research, education, and outreach. Much of the research regarding Caribbean ecology and ornithology has been conducted in Puerto Rico. Although most conservation research focuses on northern breeding grounds, many ABA Area birds spend most of the year elsewhere.

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Why It’s Time to Rethink the ROI of Your Sales Training

Sales and Marketing Management

Research from the Aberdeen Group found that best-in-class sales teams received 17% more formal training per month compared to underperformers. The same research also found that modern sales professionals are most effectively developed by “empowering them to do their job regardless of time of day, physical location, or computing device.”

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Is Working From Home Inevitable or Overrated?

Sales and Marketing Management

Colvin presented research that shows how damaging social isolation can be, significantly increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke. In addition, the report states, there will be a significant upswing in WFH adoption by those who did not work remotely until the pandemic. Other company leaders are less convinced.

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Manage Smarter 259 — Unlocking Neurodivergent Potential with Dr. Matthew Zakreski

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He is known for his energetic and engaging speaking style, which has made him a sought-after speaker at various conferences and events. Neurodivergent Hiring Practices Companies should adopt neurodivergent-affirming hiring practices by focusing on interests and skills rather than traditional job descriptions.

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4 Forever Changes Transforming B2B Revenue Activities

Sales and Marketing Management

For example, we are currently conducting brain research and field studies to determine the performance of traditional static marketing content such as eBooks versus more interactive assets. email, phone calls and web conferences. Recent research shows this can actually backfire when it comes to keeping and growing existing business.

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