“We find by losing.
We hold fast by letting go.
We become something new by ceasing to be something old.”

Frederick Buechner, writer, poet, theologian

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Every moment with nature brings another reason to be grateful...

The Destruction of “Maybe” - Leadership Freak Saying “maybe,” when you mean “no,” keeps false hope alive. Avoiding “no” doesn’t make you kind. It makes you deceptive. Stop strangling progress with “maybe.” Deceptive Substitutes for “No” We’ll see...

If you're using words such as "maybe" or phrases such as "we'll see" instead of giving a clear "yes" or "no," you may be stalling progress and leaving your team uncertain about next steps.

Dan Rockwell @LeadershipFreak. leadershipfreak.blog/2026/03/31/t...

When you take care of yourself it feels easier to take care of everything else

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You are capable of amazing things. But remember to rest too

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Active April - Day 21: Regularly pause to stretch and breathe during the day actionforhappiness.org/active-april

Science Has Discovered Why Some People Have Irresistibly Magnetic Personalities Want to have a magnetic personality? Science says you should stop focusing on specific behaviors and focus on your beliefs instead.

People with a magnetic personality have what science calls "affective presence," or the ability to put others at ease, which can help them achieve professional success.

Jessica Stillman www.inc.com/jessica-stil...

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If Search Captures Demand, Public Evidence Creates It - SparkToro Note: If you prefer audio, you can listen to a slightly-less polished version of this blog post on my show, the Zero Click Marketing podcast. A couple

Search is a behavior. People are searching across Google, Amazon, YouTube, Reddit, AI tools and all kinds of other places people go to look for answers.

Google continues to dominate and is as large as the next 13 sites combined.

Amanda Natividad @SparkToro sparktoro.com/blog/if-sear...

Active April - Day 20: Focus on 'eating a rainbow' of multi-coloured vegetables today actionforhappiness.org/active-april #ActiveApril

Hustle Culture, AI, and the Cost of Shallow Thinking A couple of months ago, I wrote an article about how AI comments on social media are out of control. You know what I’m talking about.

When you build a culture around speed, volume, and the appearance of being informed, you do not just get shallower engagement.

You get shallower thinking.
You get more sameness.
More borrowed language.

Gini Dietrich www.linkedin.com/pulse/hustle...

What communicators are changing for AI search - PR Daily GEO is taking over the PR industry. Here's how professionals are adapting.

GEO is taking over the PR industry.

From investing more on LinkedIn and consistency in brand messaging to writing for comprehension instead of clicks, here’s how professionals are adapting.

Allison Carter, PR Daily www.prdaily.com/what-communi...

You deserve all the good you give to others. Talk kindly to yourself too

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Active April - Day 17: Be active outside. Plant some seeds and encourage growth actionforhappiness.org/active-april #ActiveApril

The LinkedIn Opportunity Most People Still Don’t See Make no mistake: LinkedIn is the potion, the key, the opportunity. The platform is a monster.

The LinkedIn opportunity most people still don’t see. It has gone from being a recruiter tool to a content microphone by Gary Vaynerchuk www.linkedin.com/pulse/linked...

Witness the breathtaking moment as two juvenile blue whales surface together in the ocean. A rare glimpse of these magnificent giants in their natural habitat.

Writer and thinker Leo Tolstoy on progress:

"All really great things are happening in slow and inconspicuous ways."

Source: A Calendar of Wisdom

The State of Journalism 2026 | Muck Rack Muck Rack surveys more than 1,000 journalists for insights into how they work, best PR practices and the challenges they face.

PR pitching continues to influence many stories with 85% of journalists saying at least some of their work began with a PR pitch.

Muck Rack’s 2026 State of Journalism report is now available, including an interactive summary. muckrack.com/resources/re...

Be brave enough to be bad at something new. You may enjoy it more than you think

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Active April - Day 14: Relax your body & mind with yoga, tai chi or meditation actionforhappiness.org/active-april #ActiveApril

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Organizations partnering with Center for Pet Safety are taking the lead on safety innovations, while earning visibility.

Read the powerful origin story:
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Psychologist Says if You Have These 8 Habits, You Are Highly Emotionally Mature How to tell if you're on the right track with self-awareness and growth.

Psychologists say if you have these 8 habits, you’re emotionally secure.

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If it’s out of your hands, let it out of your mind too

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Active April - Day 13: Make sleep a priority and go to bed in good time actionforhappiness.org/active-april #ActiveApril

"The mindset: Confident enough to start. Humble enough to keep learning.

The trap: Too humble to start. Or too confident to keep learning."

@JamesClear

Sticky Conversations - Bob Tiede Can you just feel the sickness in your stomach right now? That feeling when you know that you have to have a conversation that you are NOT looking forward to, but know you need to have. It plagues you...

Nobody enjoys having difficult conversations in the workplace, but they are essential for growth and resolution.

Emphasize the importance of staying calm, asking questions to understand the other person's perspective.

Mary Gardner leadingwithquestions.com/latest-news/...

Active April - Day 10: Have a day with less screen time and more movement actionforhappiness.org/active-april #ActiveApril

The Elements of Meaningful Conversation: Fewer Mirror Questions, More Follow-ups by Allison Wood Brooks www.library.hbs.edu/working-know...

Thank-you notes as a leadership skill Behind on thank-you notes? Discover why this simple act is a powerful leadership skill, not just an old-fashioned tradition. Learn how appreciation builds relationships and creates a high-ROI investment in business and life.

In a digital world where you can send anyone a quick email, a written thank-you note can help you stay top-of-mind with colleagues and clients.

Mary Kelly suggests being specific about what you're grateful for, the impact it made on you.

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