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In the vast landscape of business, connections are the currency of success. Every interaction, every conversation holds the potential to spark new ideas, collaborations, and opportunities. Today, I had the pleasure of connecting with Mark Kaminskiy over coffee, and our discussion underscored the incredible value of networking. By sharing insights, experiences, and visions, we not only enrich our own understanding but also sow the seeds for mutual growth and support. In a world where collaboration fuels innovation and progress, building connections isn't just a choice—it's a necessity. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a professional, or an enthusiast, cultivating a diverse network opens doors to new perspectives, partnerships, and pathways to success. Every connection made is a step towards a brighter, more interconnected future. I'm genuinely excited to be part of Mark's journey and to witness the remarkable things he's set to achieve. Let's continue to build bridges, foster relationships, and unlock boundless opportunities together. Reach out, connect, and let's embark on this transformative journey hand in hand.

Summer is around the corner! If your company plans to host a summer event, follow these 3 tips for success.

Can you believe that we are at the end of May? 5 months down in 2024... How are you feeling about it? Are you where you want to be? Is your team where they want to be? Before you go planning for the back half of the year - take a moment to celebrate your wins AND your opportunities. I know I've hit some huge milestones in the first half of the year, but that was just the warm up! I'd love to know: ✨ What are you most proud of in these last past few months? ✨ How do how you plan and achieve your goals? Drop your best practices below. -------------- 📸 & work perk: Sitting at the Winter Swan, with iced tea (sweetened with honey - just try it!), in the cutest indoor courtyard, buzzing with conversation and networking. It's such a great source of inspo as I'm mapping out the nonnegotiables (growth goals) I'm setting for June! Brilliant Thoughts that will turn to action! ☀

From all my years of coaching #leaders to step into bigger roles, this quote always resonates. It perfectly highlights a crucial aspect of #career progression: the importance of #perception and #potential. To fully leverage its wisdom, it's essential to actively seek #feedback from your key #stakeholders about how they view your potential. Understanding their perspective allows you to tailor your development #plan to address any gaps and align with their expectations.  By doing so, you can strategically demonstrate your capabilities in areas that are critical for the future #role you aspire to. This proactive approach not only showcases your potential but also positions you as a forward-thinking and growth-oriented professional. #biggerleadershiproles #promotionready #potential #talentdevelopment #careermanagment #stakeholdersmatter #coachingforimpact

Always Paint the Back of the Fence One of the many lessons that Steven Bartlett spoke about during his talk. This talk was filled with crazy amounts of wisdom, but also loads of practical ideas and concepts that can be implemented no matter what phase of life, career, business you are in. Below are some of the learnings that were shared over the almost 3 hours, the ones I managed to scribble down in the darkness of the Civic. Would love to know which one(s) of these intrigue you/ make you go hmmm/ or just go WOWZA! #DiaryofACEO #pointstoponder #takeaways

Sidebar is your competitive advantage. The right people, all in one place, with the answers you need to unlock the next step in your career. Check out Sidebar’s Speaker Series! This week’s speaker series features Amanda Schwartz Ramirez discussing Transitioning from Exec to Advisor/Consultant/Fractional - what does it take to be successful. Interested in joining Sidebar events? Link in the comments to join Sidebar today!

Enjoy my second video, “A Great Place to Start,” to improve your personal relationship. I’m John Schwarzkopf and I created this video series and my online personal relationship course, A Better Relationship, to empower you with the skill set you need to develop the personal relationships you want. Watch the second video, “A Great Place to Start” now: https://lnkd.in/gt5rmp3b #improverelationship #relationshipcourses #onlinerelationshipcourses #johnschwarzkopf #abetterrelationship

I got a chance to talk to 50+ people in a single month It all started in December. I remember the early days vividly. I knew nothing about brand building. I reached out to a few people for networking calls. One day, someone sent me a Topmate link to join a call. That was my introduction to Topmate. And I found it so cool as it's so convenient. As I learned and grew, I thought, Why not have my own Topmate page? ✅I wanted to help others who were in the same place I once was. ✅I wanted to give back to this wonderful community. But I was skeptical. → Who would book a call? → Why would someone book a call with me? → Could I really provide value? Despite these doubts, I opened my Topmate page. To my surprise, within a day, I got 40+ call bookings! In just three days, I was in the top 1% on Topmate. I was blown away. I'm forever grateful to Topmate because: → It helped me realize my potential → Now I know the value I could provide. My only purpose now is to help people who want to grow. And I'm doing just that. I guess the 4.3/5 rating says it all. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey. If you're thinking about starting your journey, whether it's on LinkedIn, topmate.io, or anywhere else, just go for it. You never know where it might take you. #mytopmatepurpose

Excited for a productive strategy day tomorrow in sunny Sussex with the Cognivate board of directors and executive team, where we’ll be diving deep into growth and expansion strategies! 🌞📈 As we explore the best paths forward, I’m keen to hear from fellow LinkedIn #operations experts: 🙋♀️What’s your preferred model for geographical extension? Do you find more success with having #generalists in regional operational spokes, or do you advocate for a more centralised approach with #specialists? Excited for a productive strategy day tomorrow in sunny Sussex with the Cognivate team, where we’ll be diving deep into growth and expansion strategies! 🌞📈 As we explore the best paths forward, I’m keen to hear from fellow LinkedIn operations experts: What’s your preferred model for geographical extension? Do you find more success with having generalists in regional operational spokes, or do you advocate for a more centralized approach with specialists? Looking forward to your insights and to sharing our journey with you all! 🌊 Also, could Cornwall Airport Newquay have the best views in the country? You can see Watergate bay in the distance and the building of the upcoming Boardmasters festival village. #GrowthStrategy #BusinessExpansion #Operations #Cognivate Generalist World Operations Nation

If you struggle to make conversation at networking events or get nervous when you have to make small talk with a potential employer, then this video is for you. Matt Abrahams provides a few key strategies for improving your small talk game and becoming a natural at the art of small talk. https://lnkd.in/erxvcrA3