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Surveying and mapping professionals love to share their opinions through columns, letters and blog posts.

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Lucas: Traversing the Law

Jeffery N. Lucas writes a column about legal issues and court decisions that affect surveying.

Kline: Unmistakable Marks

Kristopher M. Kline, PLS, provides a column about boundary retracement and court decisions.

Turner: Surveyor's Footsteps

Jeffrey P. Turner hopes to leave a legacy for future surveyors with his columns.

The Business Side

POB columnists offer insights on the business side of land surveying.

Editor's Points

The editor of POB weighs in monthly on surveying and mapping issues affecting the profession.

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Solo Notes is an exclusive interview series that highlights the experiences of small business owners.

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YEAR-END REVIEW

Did Your Geospatial Marketing Pass or Fail 2020?

How to start your land surveying firm on the right foot in the new year.
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Elaine Ball
December 18, 2020
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Geospatial marketing guru Elaine Ball shares a few tips from her Geospatial Marketing Academy
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Emell Derra Adolphus
POINT OF VIEW

Land Surveyors Must First Know Technology

Then they can decide whether they need it or not.
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Emell Derra Adolphus
December 17, 2020
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All land surveyors should have a New Year’s resolution to learn more about the technology that is transforming the profession.
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UNMISTAKABLE MARKS

Dockominiums: A Strange Development In the Law of Waters

The term itself is somewhat flexible, with several courts referring to these legal constructs as 'so-called Dockominiums.'
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Kristopher M. Kline PLS
December 16, 2020
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Dockominiums seem to stretch the limits of riparian law.
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Jeffrey Turner
Surveyor's Footsteps

Why Adaptability is a Crucial Skill for Surveyors

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Jeffrey Turner
November 12, 2020
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Jeffrey P. Turner, PLS, on why adaptation is one of the greatest tools a land surveyor can have in the field.
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Emell Derra Adolphus
Editor's Note

What Changes Do You Want to See from POB?

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Emell Derra Adolphus
November 12, 2020
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Although some might say that this year has brought forth enough change to last a lifetime, we at POB are hoping that you can help us make just a few more.
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Emell Derra Adolphus

Carpe Potestatem: Seizing Opportunities to Promote the Surveying Industry

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Emell Derra Adolphus
November 12, 2020
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Outside of trade magazines and courtrooms, land surveyors have few occasions to explain how the profession serves the greater good of the public.
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Elaine Ball
BUSINESS

Land Surveyors Should Use 'Off-Seasons' to Smash Common Marketing Problems

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Elaine Ball
October 22, 2020
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Coronavirus, recession, or just the off-season? There are plenty reasons why you may be seeing a drop in inquiries or sales right now. First, you're not alone. Second, land survey firm marketing guru Elaine Ball is here to help!
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Jeffery N. Lucas, PLS, Esq.
TRAVERSING THE LAW

The Land Surveyor and The Carpenter: A Case of Common Sense

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Jeffery N. Lucas, PLS, Esq.
October 20, 2020
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When it comes to boundary law and retracement land surveying, Weber v. Kroeger is a case of common sense, says columnist Jeffery N. Lucas, JD, PLS, Esq.


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Jeffrey Turner
SURVEYOR'S FOOTSTEPS

Tips on Using Flagging in Boundary Surveys

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Jeffrey Turner
September 4, 2020
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All around the world, surveyors are making their marks, highlighting them, and pointing the way for those who follow.
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DRONES

Amazon's Delivery Drones Are Cleared By FAA

Since 2013, Amazon has been working on its Prime Air drone project.
POB Editorial Staff
September 2, 2020
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Since 2013, Amazon has been working on its Prime Air drone project. 


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