Read NOBC’s August News HERE. This month Jane Foote EdD, MSN, RN, CNE asks (and answers!) the question, “As a nurse who serves both on a professional association board, as well as local community boards, what positive influences might I have and what can I offer others?” In our Featured Story, we introduce The Nursing Beat, a leading digital healthcare newsletter specifically tailored to meet the needs of the nursing community — fueled by an amazing advisory board full of nurses! Finally, read our latest resource to learn how Florence Nightingale influenced decision-makers by using a creative persuasion tactic: conveying healthcare statistics in exciting ways.