Category Archives: Blog

Top SEO Tips for Businesses: An Interview with Josh Loewen (Part 1 of 2)

By Jenna Ross, Content Manager
March 29, 2021

Josh Loewen is really into digital marketing and search engine optimization (SEO). He’s spent the last 16 years honing his craft, and co-founded his agency The Status Bureau in 2006…. Read more

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Exam day – do’s and dont’s

January 26, 2021

You’ve prepared and applied for your professional certification, your application has been verified and accepted by the GCCC®. Next step? Planning for exam day! If you’re a little nervous about… Read more

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Reflections on our chapter’s history

By Fred Morley, Founding member of IABC/BC
December 11, 2020

Just as the early history of the International Association of Business Communicators has been lost in the murky recesses of the past, the same thing has happened our our chapter’s… Read more

Show your appreciation with the IABC/BC Celebrate a Communicator Campaign

By Dana Higgins, PMP, IABC/BC President
December 11, 2020

Do you know a professional communicator who deserves some kudos? Why not take a moment to recognize them during the IABC/BC Celebrate a Communicator campaign? Whether they are a friend,… Read more

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How to get your manager say yes to a professional certification

By Jessie Scheele
December 1, 2020

So, you’re committed to earning a professional certification as business communicator. Great! And now you like support from your manager to pay for your exam fees. Easy-peasy, right? Here are… Read more

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Leading Teams in Times of Massive Change: An Interview with Catherine Ducharme, CLC, ACC

By Dana Higgins, PMP, IABC/BC President
November 29, 2020

Tell us a bit about yourself I am Co-Founder of Fluency Leadership which is a leadership + team development, and coaching company that specializes in working with leaders, teams, and… Read more

5 ways to make the most out of your IABC membership

By Jessie Scheele
November 12, 2020

Whether you’re new to the field or a seasoned communicator, there has never been a better time to join our B.C. community or renew your membership. Still doubting? Check out… Read more

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Sign-up for the 2020 IABC Pen Pals program

By Dana Higgins, PMP, IABC/BC President
October 2, 2020

The digitally-driven world has meant that we have been able to maintain connections during these physically distanced times. Zoom, email, social media, and endless options for networking apps have kept… Read more

Introducing José Vargas: Our New Vice President!

By Jenna Ross, Content Manager
July 21, 2020

What qualities make a great leader? Is it someone who’s: Proactive Personable Calm under pressure A great listener If you’re nodding right now, you’re going to love our incoming Vice… Read more

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Jose Vargas, IABC/BC Vice President

A message of thanks from Incoming Chapter President, Dana Higgins

By Dana Higgins, PMP, Incoming IABC/BC President
July 7, 2020

It is my honour to serve as the incoming President of the IABC British Columbia chapter. It is also my pleasure to extend a warm welcome to the 2020-21 Board… Read more