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🌟 Embrace Every Challenge as an Opportunity 🌟 "In the retail industry, as in life, every challenge is an opportunity. Balancing a career and motherhood is a unique journey that, when embraced, becomes a powerful narrative of resilience and growth." - Sheryl Sandberg As working moms in retail, we navigate a dynamic landscape, turning challenges into stepping stones for success. Sheryl Sandberg's wisdom reminds us that our journey is not just about the hurdles we face but the opportunities they present. It's about transforming moments of adversity into powerful stories of triumph. Let's come together to celebrate the unique stories that define us – the late nights, the victories, and the joy of seeing our careers flourish alongside our families. Share your reflections on turning challenges into opportunities in the comments below. 💪💼 📞 https://lnkd.in/gAeW99sb For more details: https://lnkd.in/er2bxHVt #RetailSuccess #RetailMomLife #WorkLifeBalance #EmpoweredWomen #BalancingAct #WorkingMom #RetailHustle #Mompreneur #LinkedInCommunity#RetailLeadership #ProblemSolving #InnovationInRetail #RetailManagementSuccess #RetailMom #CareerGrowth

🔍🌐 The Power of Brand Partnerships with Talent: A Path to Cultural Connection 🤝🎯 In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, connecting with our audience on a deeper level is essential for meaningful and sustainable growth. One impactful strategy that has emerged as a beacon of success is brand partnerships with talented individuals. 🚀🌟 Collaborating with diverse talents not only allows us to tap into their unique perspectives but also creates an authentic bridge to culture. These partnerships serve as a catalyst, propelling our brands beyond mere transactions and into the realm of genuine emotional resonance. 🔊💓 Thrilled to have developed this partnership with PepsiCo and #DAPPERDAN for the kick off of the #NFL season with many great partners. As thought leaders, it is crucial to recognize that these collaborations are not just about financial gains or increasing market share. Instead, they empower us to become agents of change, embracing diversity and inclusion, and celebrating the rich tapestry of cultures that define our world. 🌈🌏 Moreover, brand partnerships with talent offer a two-way street of learning and growth. Through symbiotic relationships, we gain invaluable insights into the ever-changing dynamics of culture, staying relevant and attuned to the pulse of our audience. This, in turn, nurtures a culture of continuous innovation and adaptability within our organizations. 🔄🧠 #BrandPartnerships #CulturalConnection #ThoughtLeadership #DiversityandInclusion #Collaboration #Authenticity #Innovation #ImpactfulGrowth #Pepsi Todd Kaplan JP Bittencourt Rich Funaoka Jordana Biancosino

In the competitive CPG space, creating a strong employer brand means differentiating and resonating with your target audience. Incorporating fractional executives can highlight your company's commitment to innovative leadership and strategic growth, attracting top talent and setting your brand apart. #EmployerBrand #HiringStrategy #CPGDifferentiation

Why did the Marketer cross the road? To get to the other side of the business problem. It’s common knowledge that a CMO must understand and connect with the customer. But according to Suzy Deering, you can’t be a successful CMO without understanding the internal customer as well. #CMO #Customer #WhereNext BeenThereDoneThat

Building Brand Equity Through Connections, Collaboration & Embracing Digital Transformation. This week in Vienna, our Global Sales Directors came together for a transformative sales leadership event, marking a pivotal moment in our journey. We gathered not just to discuss, but to turn words into action, igniting a digital transformation that will redefine our industry. In this dynamic landscape, we're blending Sales and Marketing to enhance our customer-centric, collaborative approach that sets a new benchmark way of work, the SThree way. Every function weaves a vital connection to the customer, a core value we have passionately embedded into our DNA at SThree. People need stories, and our narrative is one of connection and collaboration, fuelling our Branding and sales development journey. We understand that building brand equity is not a solo act, but the result of collective efforts across the group. As we set our vision forward, we're driven by the belief that embracing change is the key to success. With every step we take, we're not just navigating change; we're pioneering it. Together, we're poised to be game changers in the world of STEM and digital transformation. #DigitalTransformation #Storytelling #Leadership #Future #Strategy #ItsTime

Centering equity & humanism in the workplace is good business. Jarvis Sam tells us why. Did you know that companies championing diversity outperform their peers? Jarvis didn’t just walk the path – he paved it. From leading a global D&I team at Snap, to becoming Nike's Chief DEI Officer, and now running his own company, Rainbow Disruption, Jarvis’ passion is not just about change; it's about revolutionizing how we do business. And he’s not stopping there – his book, DEI C.R.E.D.E.N.T.I.A.L. overflows with global strategies that harmonize consumer engagement and employee experience. You'll learn: - Why you should not compare your journey to others - How to sculpt narratives that resonate in the community - How empathy and flexibility build genuine connections Enjoy! Why I Left: https://bit.ly/3T2uoKI #WhyILeftPodcast #Leadership #Innovation #Inclusion #rainbowdisruption

🏀 The NBA Draft kicked off last night, and among the chaos, San Antonio traded their 8th overall pick for two picks in 2031! 🤯 Imagine that...the rights to a player today...for the right to draft someone who is 11 or 12 years old today 7 years from now... It got me thinking—what if we could trade employees like NBA teams trade draft picks and players? Now, that would be wild! 🏀 Imagine this corporate fantasy world: Trading Talent: "I'll trade you my top sales rep for your marketing guru and a future intern." Just like NBA trades, we’d be swapping talent to build the perfect team for the future. Employee Draft: Every year, companies could draft fresh talent right out of college or from other firms. "With the first pick in the 2024 Corporate Draft, Krafted Revenue selects... the sales prodigy from the University of Kansas! (Rock Chalk...)" Scouting Combines: Imagine scouting combines where potential hires show off their skills. "Jane scored a 98 on the cold call challenge and aced the multithreaded email chain test, she is a lock to go in the lottery!" Free Agency Frenzy: Employee free agency where top talent can negotiate the best deals with interested companies. "Breaking news: Top sales rep John Doe signs a multi-year deal with seed-stage startup out of NYC!" When asked about leaving the F500 company based in KC, John stated: "You know, I just have always seen myself as a large market player. The ability to bring deals into this company and put them on the map in a place like NYC...thats special." Team Chemistry: Trades wouldn’t just be about individual talent—it’s all about how well they fit into the team. "We're trading for Sarah because her synergy with our existing team is off the charts!" Wild Cards: The element of surprise trades. "Breaking news: Krafted Revenue trades their CFO for a mysterious future prospect and an undisclosed amount of office snacks." And just like the Oklahoma City Thunder, who have an incredible 37 draft picks over the next seven years, including 15 first-round picks and 22 second-round picks we’d be armed with a treasure trove of potential talent. Imagine the possibilities! What crazy trades or draft picks would you make in your sales team? Let’s have some fun and imagine the possibilities! 🏆 #NBADraft #SalesLeadership #CorporateTrades #FantasyHiring

🔥 The Untold Secret to Dominance: Outlasting the Competition In the realm of relentless competition, there's a secret weapon wielded by the most intimidating figures: the sheer power of endurance. It's not about the degrees you hold, the physical attributes you possess, or even how "marketable" you are. It's deeper, rooted in the mental and emotional stamina that allows you to keep pushing when others have long given up. That relentless drive? It's not about flaunting a six-pack or dressing in designer clothes. It’s about outlasting everyone else, achieving a level of moral authority that instills a sense of awe and, yes, fear, in your competitors. They recognize it — a force so powerful because it comes from someone who simply refuses to stop, leading not just by example, but by an unwavering commitment to their goals. 🚀 Earning Respect Through Resilience This kind of respect, the type that can truly impose fear into your competitors, isn't available for purchase. Not on Saks Fifth Avenue, not on Amazon. You can't "buy" moral authority or the deep respect that comes from years of dedication. It’s earned, paid for with full, uncompromising effort — sometimes over decades. It's a unique high, a feeling of triumph that's indescribable. Those who've felt it know it's not something ephemeral that fades with the next trend. It's lasting, impactful, and utterly irreplaceable. This is what sets the true leaders apart in sports, politics, business, and yes, in the digital realm where we operate. #Leadership #Innovation #Endurance #DigitalMedia #TechIndustry #thejessemercado

Raise your hand if you remember those exhilarating jitters that come with new beginnings 🙋♀️ I'm sure you're thinking of an exact scenario right now... Look, we all know that starting something new is scary, but it's so worth it - especially when that risk turns into something amazing! Scary beginnings are something we are learning over at #GirlsClub as we gear up to launch our newest offering, #GirlsClub On Demand. In fact, #GirlsClub VP of Program and Partnerships, Angela (Scanlan) Salazar, explores the mix of excitement and nerves that come with new beginnings in our latest article. (Read Angela's blog here: https://lnkd.in/gYiC6pWS) I know that #GirlsClub On Demand is going to be AMAZING and really push people to the next level in their sales career, but putting it out there still scares the pants off of me! So how do I move past that? I trust my team working to make it happen. I trust that gut feeling that this program is needed and will help so many sales professionals level up. I trust the process and know that fear is always part of this process. Now, here's a question for you: What's something new you've tackled recently? Let's chat in the comments! And if you're curious about how #GirlsClub On Demand is making these leaps into the "new" a bit easier, drop a comment or tag a friend who's ready to level up in their sales career! (I'll drop a link for you in the comments) #GirlsClub #HesitantToHellYes #HellYes #Leadership #WomenInSales #SalesTraining #WomenInBusiness #FearlessBeginnings #EmbraceTheJourney #NewAdventures Shawn Karol Sandy Factor 8, Lori Richardson, Adam Walsh Carol Mahoney Jyllene Miller Paula S. White Loryn Eriksson-Martini Thomas Parbs, Ed Porter