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🎉 Embrace the power of endings and new beginnings in your career! 🌟 Let's celebrate the opportunities that arise from transitions and set our sights on exciting future goals. Share in the comments below one professional achievement or aspiration you're excited about! 🚀✨ #CareerGrowth #NewBeginnings

Last month marked my 6th year at Kendra Scott, and it’s hard to put into words how grateful I am for my time here. This year, I became the Co-Chair of our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Council and finally met Kendra! Two things that have been on my bucketlist for years! To celebrate, here are 6 things I’ve learned from my time at Kendra Scott: 1. Despite what you may have heard, women actually want and are meant to work together! 2. Prioritizing belonging isn't just a "nice to have"; it's essential for creating a workplace that employees are proud to brag about. 3. A nonlinear career can provide a diverse skill set and enriching life experiences, opening doors to unexpected and rewarding opportunities. 4. Great leaders see possibility in their teams and inspire their people to innovate without fear! 5. We all have an innate desire to help others and should leverage our positions to improve our corners of the world. 6. Be like the Boss: Like Kendra, lead with heart and see the person behind every interaction. I can’t help but to feel that there’s so much more for me to learn and I’m looking forward to every lesson! Cheers to 6 years, KS! ✨

🌟 Reflecting on a Year of Discovery 🌟(6th May 2023 to 6th May 2024) 🙌 Wow, what a ride! 😄 It's been a whole year since I waved goodbye to my corporate world as an hardworking employee of 10 years, and let me tell you, it's been one heck of an adventure! First off, a big THANK YOU to everyone who's been part of this journey. Your support, encouragement, and high-fives have meant the world to me. 🙌 Leaving behind the suits and ties was like stepping into a whole new universe of possibilities. From learning how to juggle (literally, not just metaphorically!) to mastering the art of making the perfect pancake stack, I've had a blast exploring all sorts of new things. But it hasn't just been about fun and games (although there's been plenty of that!). It's been about discovering a whole new side of myself, diving deep into what makes me tick, and finding joy in the little things. Here are five ways I've evolved as a more confident person and woman over this past year: 1. Embracing Authenticity: Celebrating every quirk and flaw that makes me uniquely me. 2. Cultivating Confidence: Trusting in my abilities and fearlessly taking on new challenges. 3. Prioritizing Self-Care: Making time for my own well-being amidst life's hustle and bustle. 4. Empowering Others: Lifting up fellow women and nurturing a sense of sisterhood and solidarity. 5. Embracing Imperfection: Seeing failures as opportunities for growth and self-discovery. Here's to another year of adventures, laughter, and endless gratitude for the beautiful messiness of life. And a special shoutout to May 6th — may this date remind me each year to keep getting stronger, braver, and more fabulous than the last! Cheers to all of you amazing souls who've been part of this wild ride with me! Let's keep the good times rolling! 🥳🚀 #AdventureTime #GratitudeAttitude #NewBeginnings #FunAndGames #CheersToYou #6thMay #Women #empowerment #confidence #professional

🎉 Officially a quarter-century old today! 🎂 Turning 25 is a milestone that has me looking back on some foundational life lessons I've gained on this roller-coaster ride so far. As we're all students in the university of life, I'm eager to share a few chapters from my textbook: 1️⃣ Continuous Learning: Life never stops teaching, so I never stop learning. Education doesn’t cease with a degree; every experience is a lesson. Knowledge is power, and application is progress! 2️⃣ Embrace Failure: Failure isn't scary; stagnancy is. Failures have been my stepping stones to success, each misstep an opportunity for growth and resilience, shaping the path to my dreams. 3️⃣ The Right Company: Our environment molds us. Surrounding myself with ambitious, positive people who challenge and inspire me has been fundamental in my journey. Cherish your network, build solid relationships. After all, team spirit triumphs solo endeavors! 4️⃣ Adaptability is Key: Mastering the art of adaptability has been an eye-opener. In a rapidly evolving world, staying flexible and open to new adventures prepares us to ride the waves of change rather than get swept away. 5️⃣ Prioritize Well-being: Health IS wealth, and this wealth includes both physical and mental happiness. It's crucial to reset, recharge, and don’t forget to treat yourself! 6️⃣ Celebrate Diversity: Life has taught me that diversity breeds innovation. Encouraging and chasing diverse thoughts, cultures, and experiences has enriched my life and widened my perspectives remarkably. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has touched my life: family, friends, teachers, mentors, and even strangers, for making this journey worthwhile. I’m all fired up for the next lap around the sun, stoked for the opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute positively to the world we live in. Ready to slay my 25th year! Join the party - drop your nuggets of wisdom below. Let's learn Let's learn and grow together! 🎉 #QuarterCentury #LifeLessons #25AndWiser #LetsGrowTogether #BirthdayReflections

"Grateful to witness another milestone on this beautiful day! 🎉 As we mark another year in our professional journey, let's take a moment to reflect on our achievements and lessons from the past. Equally important, let's set our eyes on future opportunities and growth. Happy Birthday to me everyone celebrating today! 🎂 #ProfessionalGrowth #Reflections #FutureOpportunities #CareerMilestones #LinkedInBirthday"

Mentorship > Management Orgs that invest in building cultures of mentorship instead of management are way better places to work which means both better business outcomes and higher retention.

(Damn I wrote a LinkedIn dissertation post) This is an incredible article—and I don’t say that much about these ad publications. The generational divide, lack of mentorship, and the time crunch—all very real things. But they left out one thing…there is no incentive or reward for senior talent to train or be good managers. And routinely those who do—are not rewarded for their efforts. Yes every agency, account, and team is different but there needs to be a set standard because choosing to be in this industry is not a small decision. It’s hard to break in, it hard to survive, it’s filled with ego but continue to bring in “lost” people who love advertising or just love creating, want to WORK, and in some cases, allows people to show up as they are. Juniors are a NEED, especially those of color. They keep the work relevant, interesting and push work to new heights. They are also able understand and articulate the current world of the generation clients are demanding agencies to create for.

It's my 5-year workiversary at AP! This is the longest I've ever worked at one place, though I've had three different official job titles and many, many other unofficial ones (like SEOphie and Prep Queen). Throughout those years, I have: - Contributed to hundreds of breaking news stories, either by ensuring we have the right prep ready to go, filing/editing the stories, getting them promoted across our social platforms and optimizing them for other audiences. - Worked through a career's worth of "unprecedented" moments in a front-row seat to the first draft of history. In turn, I have learned and relearned that superlatives are always problematic. - Been through two primaries and a general election. No one does elections coverage like AP. - Developed efficient systems and sustainable workflows. And iterated and innovated a lot. And while I am so proud of those accomplishments, the things I am more proud of are: - The way I have centered mental health in my daily work and with my teams. It's OK to not be OK or to need a break or to say the news is too hard. - Being an empathetic leader and someone who values the people behind the work above all else. - Leading our employee resource group focused on women's empowerment and opportunities. - All the friendships that have blossomed over the years.

All work is meaningful.

Today, as I celebrate another year around the sun, I find myself reflecting on the invaluable lessons and growth I've experienced over the past year. The journey has been transformative, filled with challenges and triumphs that have shaped me both professionally and personally. As I look to the future, I'm filled with excitement and anticipation for the new opportunities that lie ahead. Here's to embracing the next chapter with an open heart and an eager spirit! 🎉 #BirthdayReflections #NewBeginnings #FutureReady"