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Welcome back to Gametime, a weekly newsletter recapping the week in LinkedIn Games, and happenings in the puzzle world. In this edition, Games Editor Paolo Pasco talks to Queens and Tango expert Thomas Snyder about the World Sudoku and Puzzle Championships, which were held in Beijing in October. Plus, Paolo brings up a surprising fact about the winner of the Spanish-language Scrabble World Championship. Want to train your puzzle skills? Play the latest LinkedIn Games at linkedin.com/games. #Gametime #LinkedInGames

Have you noticed pre-holidays APR jumps in your credit cards? Share your experiences below! Amazon raises stake in Anthropic | CNBC [https://lnkd.in/ghzqFr_J]  DirecTV abandons Dish deal | Deadline, WSJ [https://lnkd.in/gd6TzMfB]  Retailers hike APRs for holidays | CNBC [https://lnkd.in/eAPg3W75] By: John C Abell Mary Wilson Cate Chapman Jake Perez Melissa Cantor Max Lockie

How do you navigate an industry that wasn’t built for you? When Fawn Weaver entered the whiskey industry, she realized it was still a “boys’ club.” Her calls weren’t returned, until her husband made the same calls and got immediate responses. Fawn didn’t waste energy on frustration. Instead, she adapted: “I said, OK, this is how they play the game. No problem. Let me play by their rules.” She took on the title of “chief historian” instead of "CEO & Founder" and focused on building her vision. Her advice? Know the game, play it strategically, and keep your eyes on the prize. 💡 What strategies have helped you overcome barriers in your career? Share your thoughts below!💡

If you were to write a science fiction book envisioning the future of AI, what would it look like? This is the question Max Bennett would like to propose to leaders of the companies who are going to shape the next wave of AI. “I want us all to sit in this world we're working towards and be able to have a discussion around which of these worlds do we believe adheres to our values,” Max explains. What world do you imagine? How does it, or does it not, align with your values? For more on the future of AI and the evolution of intelligence, tune in to Jessi Hempel’s full conversation with Max Bennett. Listen on Apple: https://lnkd.in/gkAJzfF5  Listen on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gNx8bCyX

Should Google be forced to break up? Share your thoughts below! DOJ calls for Google breakup | NYT [https://lnkd.in/gqDbU7bQ]  Bitcoin surges toward $100,000 | CNBC [https://lnkd.in/d8XUHBn8]  Cheaper turkeys bring down Thanksgiving costs | CNN [https://lnkd.in/daatUptk] By: John C Abell Mary Wilson Cate Chapman Jake Perez Melissa Cantor Max Lockie

in this workshop, Community Manager Jamé Jackson (Gadsden) will cover best practices and tips on how to create informative, engaging videos for your LinkedIn audience. We’ll showcase some examples of great videos on LinkedIn and break down why they’re effective, and leave you with ideas on what to create when sharing your next video on LinkedIn. We’ll leave time for Q+A, where you can share your questions around video creation, and answer them live. Have a question for our host in advance? Share them on the event page!

From Untold Story to Billion-Dollar Brand Fawn Weaver, Founder and CEO of Uncle Nearest, Inc., didn’t just create a whiskey—she shook up an entire industry. In a space long dominated by legacy brands and limited perspectives, Fawn uncovered the untold story of Nearest Green, the first African American master distiller, and transformed it into the fastest-growing whiskey brand in the U.S. How did she do it? By trusting her instincts, breaking traditional marketing rules, and staying laser-focused on a legacy far bigger than herself. As Fawn puts it: "Failure is not failure unless you give up before you succeed. To get where I am, all you have to do is not give up." Her journey proves that with vision and relentless determination, you can rewrite the rules and make your mark on any industry. To keep up with these conversations and be inspired by the world’s top leaders, subscribe to This is Working: linkedin.com/thisisworking

Want to create LinkedIn content that gets you noticed and opens doors? What makes the perfect post? Whether you're looking to build your personal brand, grow your network or land your next big opportunity, join Iris Mansour, a senior community manager helping tech executives and LinkedIn Top Voices elevate their presence, for an actionable workshop. Get your questions answered live and learn how to create content that not only engages an audience but also advances your career. Here’s what you’ll takeaway: 👉🏽 Actionable advice on how to craft engaging LinkedIn posts that resonate with your audience. 👉🏽 Two easy-to-use frameworks to power your next post and build lasting momentum. 👉🏽 An interactive Q&A and dynamic brainstorming to get your questions answered live and refine your content strategy. This conversation is exclusive to Premium subscribers. Subscribers, click ‘Attend’ to save your spot! Can’t join live? Register by clicking ‘Attend’ to access the replay after the event goes live. Not yet a subscriber? Discover how LinkedIn Premium can help you achieve your goals faster and sign up here: https://lnkd.in/djNtgBdr ⏯️ For more can’t-miss conversations featuring prominent leaders like Virgin Group Founder Richard Branson and bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell, as well as expert advice on trending topics like how to position a career break to your advantage, visit here: https://lnkd.in/eRd_neM9 💬 What questions do you have about creating content on LinkedIn? Drop them in the comments for a chance to get them answered live!

Who expects a raise or promotion next year? Less than half of U.S. employees (45%) expect to receive a pay raise in the next six months, according to the latest findings of LinkedIn’s Workforce Confidence Index. What’s more, under a quarter of workers expect to be promoted in the next year (22%). Economic uncertainty and inflation are likely contributing to workers' current outlooks, and employers’ budgets for pay increases. LinkedIn’s separate Executive Confidence Index survey found that nearly half (49%) of U.S. executives say that pay raises and promotions at their organizations have recently become more limited than they were in the past few years. Do these findings line up with what you expect? What advice do you have for someone still angling to secure that raise or promotion this year? Weigh in below. ✍️: Rachel Cromidas 📊: Allie Lewis, Bud Rashidian, Cynthia Yee

Do Nvidia’s results show that the AI hype is real? Weigh in below! Nvidia’s sales surge 94% on AI boom | CNBC [https://lnkd.in/df2DjuFJ] Target posts massive earnings miss | CNBC [https://lnkd.in/gzfnE_rN] Delta forecasts profit growth thanks to high-end travel and ‘resilient economy’ | CNBC [https://lnkd.in/dxfzShjE]   Shake Shack cheeseburgers to be served in first class on Delta flights | CNN [https://lnkd.in/dUg_GZjT] By: John C Abell Mary Wilson Cate Chapman Jake Perez Melissa Cantor Max Lockie