When Your Authentic Self Should Stay at Home

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BLOG When Your Authentic Self at Work is Inappropriate Contrary to popular thought, the Economist recently argued that "no one should actually bring their whole selves to work. People are a melange of traits, [most of which] should be kept well away from the workplace." A recent episode of Below Deck Sailing provides a humorous reminder why our colleagues don’t need to know about our authentic Friday night selves. Read More 7 Tips to Improve Your Instagram Reels Businesses can leverage Instagram reels to reach their target audience in larger numbers than they may otherwise with regular picture posts. Read the latest blog for seven recommendations for business owners to improve their Instagram reel strategy. Learn More NEW CLIENT Sand Dunes Real Estate We are excited to announce a social media partnership with Sand Dunes Real Estate, which covers real estate transactions between the ‘Colas (Pensacola to Apalachicola) on Florida’s Emerald Coast! This brokerage is unique in that they are a one-stop shop: A real estate agency, title company (in-house lawyers), and Realtor® training powerhouse. To see dream home or vacation rental opportunities, show them a little love and visit their website below. Learn More CLIENT HIGHLIGHTS Baird Concepts Sandy presented two of her seminars for CE credit, "Scheduling for Success" and "The Dentist, Boss, Leader Conundrum," at the well-attended Missouri Dental Association’s annual Connect 4 Success conference in June. Thanks to her in-depth practice management experience, she offers practical ways to increase efficiency, decrease stress, capture lost income, and increase rewards. Associations and practices can mix-and-match Sandy’s seminars to best fit their needs. Learn More A Bold Leader In the most recent episode of TD Smyer’s No Clichés podcast, Dr. Tommy Nichols, Professor, Tracey Rockett, and Dr. David Mack crack open the challenge of leading Gen Z and young Millennials in today's workforce. Give it a listen, and you'll definitely add some new arrows to your quiver. Listen Now Robin’s Bikes & Fitness Robin’s new Lightspeed website and e-store is now live! The e-commerce solution represents the second phase of the shop’s Lightspeed inventory management and retail point of sale implementation. Now offering custom apparel and gear, the shop will be expanding its e-store product offerings over the summer months. Visit JC’s Gourmet JC’s Gourmet recently announced the addition of their candied Jommin’ Jalapeños to the menu of the new Gallion’s Restaurant AND as a takeaway option at their sister company next door, Cork & Barrel. Please show the group some love and stop by to check out these great new dining and specialty grocer locations in Rosemary Beach! Follow JC’s Gourmet Sewanee Children’s Center Sewanee Children's Center is seeking applications for classroom teachers for the 2022-2023 academic year. The teachers will provide developmentally appropriate education for children ages two to five years old in its preschool program and for children in kindergarten through second grade in its afterschool program. Apply UPCOMING EVENTS Santa Rosa Beach, Fla - Get your groove on to raise some dough for Dog-Harmony in the Woodstock-themed 2023 calendar contest, "Peace & Paws!" Donate to the dog you dig the most (Marmite the jet ski-loving Malinois, of course!) through July 15. Donations support the organization’s mission to help dogs rescue people through humane education and positive dog training. Donate Santa Rosa Beach, Fla - Pamper your pup with a cool summer swim to benefit Dog-Harmony at Beach Dog Aqua Therapy on Saturday, July 9 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 141 Santa Barbara Ave. For a donation of $30 (value of $45), a family can schedule a private, 30-minute canine swim session with Diane Kenney, a Certified Canine Hydrotherapist at either 12:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. on July 9. Canine hydrotherapy is low-impact, water-based exercise ideal for dogs of any age that are overweight, recovering from surgery or an injury, suffering from degenerative, spinal or neurological diseases, or even learning to swim. To schedule your pup’s private hydrotherapy session on July 9, contact Diane Kenney at the link below. Book Santa Rosa Beach, Fla - Join Aletha’s Legacy for its third annual ‘friendraiser’ hosted by Doug and Melissa Brown on July 12 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. The event will feature fabulous hors d'oeuvres, libations, and a silent auction! Aletha's Legacy is a 501(c)3 non-profit founded by Liberian native, Zhalman Harris, to honor his mother, Aletha, who lost her life and their home during the 14-year civil war that ravaged their country in West Africa. The organization improves the lives of disadvantaged children in Liberia by renovating their schools and orphanages; improving the quality of education; and providing access to nutrition at school. RSVP HUMOR We can relate. All the best, Christie Solomon, MBA