Strategic America’s Post

🎈No matter if it’s for a parent, child or even yourself - putting together an event, big or small, always has a few more working parts than first imagined. 💥If you need a few winning ideas and hints & tips for organising a children's party in the #Cotswolds then check out our blog. https://lnkd.in/e4hhPXsA

Speak Up Studios is thrilled to be the presenting sponsor at this years Nonprofit Marketers Network-STL conference! Have you got your tickets yet? Get them here: https://lnkd.in/g6__iMJj I will also be speaking at one of the breakout sessions alongside Jeff Brown. Our session is titled "DIY Smartphone Photo & Video Bootcamp: How to make content that doesn’t suck."

Check out this feature on my colleague Lauren Dominique! It feels like yesterday we were asking a few “how might we” questions to explore Smartsheet as a potential solution to challenges we were facing. 2.5 years later, I use Smartsheet to run my two initiatives!

Today's 'Meet the Teacher' event becomes a special chapter in our family story, thanks to the flexibility gifted by our online business. Gratitude fills our hearts for the freedom to prioritize these moments. Here's to the journey of being present and building memories together. 📖❤️👨👩👧 #FamilyFirst #OnlineBusinessBlessings #CherishedMoments #onlineworkperks

Campers! The next campfire will be facilitated by Timothy Day to collectively learn from our most embarrassing workshop war stories. Don't miss it on Thursday May 30th from 7:30-8:30PM, Eastern time. If you've ever facilitated a design or foresight workshop, had to manage a joint planning group, or simply participated in any number of "cooperative, creative events," you've probably witnessed (or been guilty of causing) some awful experiences where things did not go as planned. Here's your chance for catharsis and to share some of these "War Stories" from the trenches of design and foresight workshops! This recurring series of "Workshop War Stories" is, most importantly, an opportunity for our community to get together, share some laughs, and bond over our shared pain. They will also give us a chance to learn from each other and pick up a few "hot tips". Life is too short to learn from our own mistakes... it's far better to learn from the mistakes of others! So, join us, enjoy a beverage of your choice, and bask in the misadventures of the AOD members! If you are unable to join us in person (or would rather not be associated with a particular story)- feel free to send your stories to [email protected] and they can be read out to the crowd (anonymously or not!) https://lnkd.in/e9-ynGNB 

One world. 🌎 One chance to make it life-sustaining. 🌱 Happy #earthday and let’s focus more effort and resources on our collective responsibility to care for the environment. #vancouvercontentmarketing #contentmarketingagency #vancouvermarketingagency #vancouverdigitalmarketing #contentmarketingstrategy #digitalmarketingstrategy #contentmarketing #digitalmarketing #marketingvancouver #vancouvermarketing #smallbusinessmarketing

In this recent video, I pull together some questions and ideas that helped me find places to volunteer that were win-win-win scenarios. https://lnkd.in/eQiDr_tD

This weekend, Linda and I got to go on the pottery course I got for my 60th birthday. I know! It's a surprise that I'm not ... much older :-) Let me set the scene: a master potter with 20 years of experience and a motley crew of birthday boys and girls celebrating their 60th birthday presents (it seems that it’s the goto present for 60th), along with more experienced students on their second or third course, learning to work with clay. Each of us bringing our unique skills and experiences to the process, resulting in a diverse, albeit sometimes chaotic, learning environment with a mix of wonky cylinders and masterful bowls, learning from the teacher and supporting and helping each other as we turn the wonky cylinders into cups, bowls and other shapes we never dreamt we’d be able to create. This bears a striking resemblance to the vibrant and diverse environment at AGame Masterminds. Much like the pottery course, the Masterminds group is comprised of various individuals with unique skills, experiences, and contributions. The learning experience is multifaceted, drawing from our leaders and each other, making it a truly enriching experience. The parallels between the collaborative approach in both scenarios underscore the power of communal learning, shared triumphs, and the growth that can result from collective problem-solving. As they say, 'teamwork makes the dream work.' https://lnkd.in/e7ZZRXG9 Don't just take my word for it; experience the power of collaboration and community for yourself! Mark your calendars for our next networking event on the 30th of October (see comment for link to register and get zoom link). Witness firsthand the vibrant dynamics, the shared learning experiences, and the spirit of collective problem-solving. Just like a pottery course, expect there may be a few 'clay-tastrophes' but also expect to learn, grow, and be inspired. So, save the date and join us for networking, learning and perhaps even pottery-style fun!

🚨 Challenging the Status Quo: Non-Promotable Work and Gender Inequality 🚨 It's time we address a critical issue in the workplace: the disproportionate amount of non-promotable work that women are often asked to do compared to their male counterparts. Tasks like taking meeting notes, organizing events, and mentoring new employees are essential but often undervalued and overlooked when it comes to promotions. Women frequently find themselves saddled with these tasks, which can hinder their career growth and perpetuate gender inequality. It's crucial for organizations to recognize this imbalance and take proactive steps to ensure that all employees, regardless of gender, are given equal opportunities to engage in promotable work. How can we all interrupt this pattern and create a more equitable and inclusive workplace? 💪🌟 My #AppreciativeInquiry today is: What successful strategies have you seen or implemented to ensure fair work distribution in your organization? Share in the comments below 👇 A huge shout out to the amazing work of Linda Babcock, Brenda Peyser, Lise Vesterlund, and Laurie Weingart for their inspirational and practical work on this topic in "The No Club" https://www.thenoclub.com/ #GenderEquality #WorkplaceInclusion #FairWorkDistribution #CareerGrowth #ditchtheDitty