A warm PIC welcome to new member Heather Whyte (she/her/elle) of WHY Communicate Inc. in Toronto/GTA. Learn more about her: linkedin.com/feed/update/ur…

The countdown to the early bird pricing deadline is on! Grab it by registering by April 15 for IABC World Conference in Chicago June 23-26. Terrific discounts for student members, early professionals and retired members. Reserve your spot now: wc.iabc.com/Attend/Registr…

How to fight and manage scope creep, starting with clearly defining your deliverables. A phrase you might include: “Any work not explicitly stated above is out of scope and will be dealt with under a separate agreement.” (or quoted separately) WinningSolo | Matthew Fenton
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The magic of the comms professional!

How do you define your ideal clients, and are you working for them? @strotebook has tips:
creativeagencybook.com/blog/freelance…

As National Volunteer Week (April 14-21) approaches, here’s a look at the surprising benefits of volunteering. It’s not just good for your career, it can help you feel healthier and happier. Mental health website HelpGuide.org has details:
helpguide.org/articles/healt…

Great way to network with your colleagues in IABC/Toronto!

Look who's coming so far to our 'co-working' event on April 16! PIC members, join in; it's going to be fabulous. Get the details and sign up here: toronto.iabc.to/event/pic-pres…

Funny but not funny!

While we're working on the April Buzz, here's another look at the March issue. Check out our chair @MLGD’s view of breaking glass ceilings, and a 3x3 where Linda Bicho Vachon, Matisse Hamel-Nelis, ADS, CPACC (she/her) and Kathryn Hollinrake chat with Jacqui d'Eon. And more!
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Exclusive Offer for #IABC Toronto Members!
Use code IABCESG15 to unlock a 15% discount for the ESG Communications Summit 2 on April 26th in #Toronto , and gain insights from 20+ experts including TELUS, Husky Technologies, L'Oreal Canada, and more: thepworld.com/event/esg-comm…

April is Global Volunteer Month! We are so grateful for IABC volunteers who support our vision in countless ways, and are excited to highlight their efforts throughout the month. First up, thank you to the IABC International Executive Board! 👏 hubs.li/Q02rJjSn0

PIC members, we’re less than two weeks to our Portraits & Productivity session on April 16. Arrive any time after 9 a.m. and stay as long as you like. Morning snacks, coffee and lunch are included with your $29 ($32.77 with HST) registration. Details: toronto.iabc.to/event/pic-pres…

The IABC Nominating Committee is now seeking volunteer leaders to serve on international committees and task forces! Applications to serve for the 2024-2025 term are for a 12-month period unless otherwise specified. Learn more and apply by 21 April: hubs.li/Q02qZMWx0 #IABC

Do you work in healthcare communications? There’s an IABC Shared Interest Group for you! The next meetup is at 6 p.m. ET on Tuesday, April 23. Register now: smithbucklin.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Streams of income for freelance writers include ghostwriting and editing, says EYE Tyler for Make A Living Writing:
makealivingwriting.com/streams-of-inc…

Becoming comfortable and knowledgeable with contracts and other legalese; Melanie Padgett Powers chats with lawyer Brionna Ned:
meledits.com/184-becoming-c…

New to being an entrepreneur? A recent article from a member of the Canadian Freelance Guild talks about what life was like in her first year of freelancing - how much she wrote, how much she earned, lessons learned along the way: thestoryboard.ca/reflecting-on-…

This is so true! #AprilFoolsDay2024