What do highly effective leaders do differently? Is there a science to great leadership? The answer is yes, and the key is learning the science of managing emotions.
According to a recent Harvard study, Emotional Intelligence is the greatest driver of success in Leadership. At the upcoming, NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention, Bill Benjamin from the Institute for Health and Human Potential, will give insight into applying EQ techniques.
Participants Will Learn:
Why Emotional Intelligence (EQ) counts for more than IQ in leadership performance
The 2 key reasons individuals get promoted and achieve results
The brain science of emotions that drive our behavior
That emotions are infectious - and how to unleash best performance and not sabotage it!
Techniques you can apply immediately to make you more effective as a leader
Dont' miss this interactive session on November 13, 2013 from 2:00-4:30pm. If you haven't already, register today!
Monthly Trend Analysis: Lowe's & Home Depot
Updated economic forecasting reports have been released for Lowe's and Home Depot. Research shows that interest in appliances, flooring, and kitchen remodels are beginning to recovering indicating changing consumer prospectives.
You can access the full reports in the Members Only section of our website (login required). Past reports are also available on the NAFCD website.
NAFCD's new partnership with Cleveland Research provides you with access to research on home centers, residential construction, non-residential construction, industrial distribution and other related topics.
Join the National Wood Flooring Association at the NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention for a focus group with distributors and manufacturers in the wood flooring industry interested in sharing their ideas on how trade associations can help create supply chain efficiencies and improve wood flooring issues.
Topics of discussion will include:
What do distributors of wood flooring need to stay competitive?
What are the biggest challenges in the wood flooring sector?
What do distributor sales people need to know to increase the sales of wood flooring products?
What can your trade associations do to help grow your wood flooring business?
This session will be held on Tuesday, November 12, from 12:00-1:30pm at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel. There is no additional cost to attend and lunch is included.
Space is limited to 15 qualified wood flooring industry professionals, so RSVP today! Contact Anita Howard or Heather Wegge at (800) 422-4556 for more information or to RSVP.
Gear Up! Supply Chain Best Practices & Tactics for 2014 & Beyond
Presenters Kathie Kingery & Pat Wallace from Trinity Logistics will be hosting a optional information session in conjunction with the NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention on Tuesday, Novemeber 12 from 2:00-3:00pm.
This session will help you identify possible areas for improvement within your supply chain and learn key tactics for immediate implementation. In the fast-paced world of logistics, there's too much at stake for you to simply guess how to proceed. Let us provide the guidance you need from over 34 years of experience to take your business to the next level.
You'll learn about...
Best practices across your industry that will equip your supply chain for growth, enhanced efficiencies, and freight savings
September 10, 2013 - Last Chance for Early Bird Registration for DMU and 2013 NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention Don't wait to register at discounted rates for both the Distribution Management University and the 2013 NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention in Chicago, IL. Click here to register for both events.
September 11, 2013 - 2013 Performance Index Benchmarking Report Don't miss your chance to receive a complimentary summary of the results valued at $495! To participate in this survey, please click here (Excel) or here (PDF) for a copy of the survey. Only participating companies will receive a complimentary report. See our website for more information.
September 11, 2013 - Call to Action Final Extension The last day to submit nominations for the 2013-2014 NAFCD Board of Directors, as well as the 2013 NAFCD Leadership in Action and Lifetime Achievement Awards. Submission forms can be found here.
October 22, 2013 - Housing Deadline for NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention The housing cut-off date at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers is October 22, 2013. Reservations and rates cannot be guaranteed after this date. Make your reservation today!
Transportation Industry: Monthly Trend Analysis
NAFCD's new partnership with Cleveland Research provides you with access to research on home centers, residential construction, non-residential construction, industrial distribution and other related topics.
New this week is a full report on the Transportation Industry. This report features an overview on U.S. trucking trends, global containerized ocean traffic, and rail trends. The full report and other industry updates and insights are available in the Members Only section of the website, username and password required.
You will likely agree that a lot of changes are taking place in the floor covering industry today and NAFCD, your industry association, is pleased to partner with you on this journey.
In response to these changes, NAFCD has launched a new website and redesigned the association's logo. Our new logo provides a fresh and modern representation of the association while still highlighting our core values of Trends, Education, Leadership and Networking.
Our new website is easier to navigate and includes new features that allow members and non-members alike to find pertinent information. Members can login to view the most recent research reports and partnership details, as well as access a full list of distributor and manufacturer members.
Please take a moment to access the members-only section of the site. You may utilize your current user id and password to access this information. In the event that you have forgotten this information, the system will guide you through prompts to reset this data. You may also contact NAFCD headquarters at info@nafcd.org for assistance.
Please note that when registration for the NAFCD+NBMDA Annual Convention becomes available in the coming weeks, your user id and password associated with the NAFCD website will provide you access to register for the event - so make sure you test it out today! As always, we welcome your feedback. As you peruse the site and begin to set up your profile and preferences, please feel free to provide us with any feedback on your experience.
In the coming days, more exciting changes will be announced. Watch your mailbox for the latest updates. A small token of appreciation - an NAFCD luggage tag - will be included with this mailing. We hope you display the tag with pride!
NAFCD and NBMDA unites the top manufacturers, distributors and service providers from the floor covering, specialty building material, cabinetry and woodworking industries to network, engage, learn and grow their businesses. This is the most anticipated and highly valued distribution-focused event of the year for suppliers to gain valuable access and deepen relationships with their distributor customers. A powerful line-up of speakers will headline the 2013 NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention. Providing practical tips and best practices that will enhance each attendee's business and personal brand, these nationally recognized speakers will share their expertise on economic trends, driving sales, relationship building, trends in the building product supply chain, corporate culture and leadership improvement. To view the complete list of NAFCD speakers and topics, please visit the NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention Website.
Top Reasons Why Distributors Attend the NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention
Distributors in attendance at the convention are looking to spend time with their current suppliers and identify new lines to carry. Attending distribution firms represent approximately 900 distribution center locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Here are just a few reasons why distributors regularly attend the NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention:
Strengthen relationships with current manufacturer partners
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The answer is yes, and the key is learning the science of managing emotions. 
NAFCD's new partnership with Cleveland Research provides you with access to research on home centers, residential construction, non-residential construction, industrial distribution and other related topics.
You will likely agree that a lot of changes are taking place in the floor covering industry today and NAFCD, your industry association, is pleased to partner with you on this journey.