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Fun Friday: Share Your Favorite Summer Memory "Summer means happy times and good sunshine. It means going to the beach, going to Disneyland, having fun." – Brian Wilson As we end the week, let’s share our favorite summer memories. Whether it's a trip to the beach, a fun barbecue, or a simple day spent with loved ones, summer is full of moments to cherish. What’s your favorite summer memory? Share it with me! #FunFriday #SummerMemories #HappyTimes #FridayFeeling #HealthcareIT

~ PAUSE ~ Put a Bandaid on it! Shared by Natalie Do you ever ignore Inner Wisdom? Sharing The Pause Practices and Pause free books and practice materials with participants at the Better Family Life Job and Resource Fair recently, I kept finding myself struggling with the box full of our purple plastic bags we give to our customers to hold their Pause goodies. The box was flimsy and falling apart. As I observed myself interacting with this failing box over and over again, I began to laugh at myself remembering something that had happened earlier in the week…. I had been given a direct opportunity to put the bags into a different, sturdier box, BUT instead of flowing with that moment and following Inner Wisdom, ~because I was tired~ I opted to put some tape on the box and quickly patched it up. I put a Bandaid on it! > NOTE: The Pause Crew is sweating profusely at this swelteringly hot outdoor event > > Participants, our customers, are lined up eagerly willing to receive their Truly Helpful Pause goodies > ! And the tape on the box was coming undone ! ! The box was sweating and falling apart ! ! Bags are spilling out ! . . . Choosing to Pause.. ...and transferring those bags into a fresh new box before the event could have saved me time in the long run! I am reminded that temporary fixes will never outlast the wise solution that comes from Inspiration Within. And that's my lesson. Pause ~ Listen ~ Follow to save time and energy in your day! #pause #listen #follow #savetime #efficient #effective #inspired

🦀 The groups I work with know my crab metaphor. 🦀 Many of my friends and colleagues here on LinkedIn know my crab metaphor. (Hi!) Well, next week, in the first week of my end-of-summer break, I'm going back to the source of that metaphor: crabbing in the tidal creeks of Edisto Island, the funky vacation beach my family has gone to as long as I have been alive. As long as my mom has been alive! In my teaching and speaking work, a bucket of crabs is a work meeting where the level of trust is low. People are either lashing out (fight), trying to climb out of that bucket (flight), or tuning out and trying to dodge shrapnel (freeze) until they can get back to their desk. The idea is not only that this is a not-fun, unproductive, and unsupportive environment, but that it is possible to observe something as seemingly abstract and relational as TRUST. Next week, I will be gathering with almost 30 relatives for the traditional (hot, humid, buggy, jellyfish-y) family beach week. And There Will Be Crabs. Blue crabs. We will catch them in nets from a rotten chicken wing on a string that we plop into the mucky pluff mud in the marshes in the middle of the island at low tide. And then held in a bucket till we take them back to cook them for dinner. And when nieces and nephews and cousins and second cousins ask for details about my work, I can say, "I help people who want their work not to feel like this bucket of crabs." I hope you have a great summer break coming up, or recently completed. #leadership #teamleadership #leadershipcoaching

"Should I invite my fresh date to a family holiday dinner?" 🤔 It’s exciting to introduce someone new to your family, but is it the right time? Here’s how to know if you’re ready to take that step: Gauge Your Connection: Are you comfortable and enjoying each other's company? If the vibe is strong, it could be a fun experience for both. Check Their Comfort Level: Is your date ready to meet the family? Keep an open conversation about it. Set Expectations: Keep it light and fun! A family holiday dinner shouldn’t feel like a serious commitment; just enjoy each other's company. Trust Your Gut: If it feels right, go for it. If you’re unsure, maybe wait until you have more time together before the big introduction! What do you think? Would you invite a fresh date to a family gathering? Share your thoughts in the comments! 👇✨ #newdate #freshrelationship #familydinner #holidayseason #datingquestion

🌟 Employee Spotlight: Meet Jennifer Batisto! 🌟 This month, we’re excited to feature Jen, our talented Senior Key Account Manager. Jen’s genuine care and dedication have helped her build strong, lasting relationships with our retailers, making her an invaluable part of our team. Her ability to connect with partners and support their success ensures that ZIWI continues to bring exceptional products to pet parents around the world. Here is a bit more about her: 🐾 Pets: Ellie, shepherd mix. ✈️ Hobbies: When she’s not at work, you can find Jen cooking up something delicious, exploring new destinations, or diving into a great book. 💡 Favorite Quote: "You will make all kinds of mistakes; but as long as you are generous and true and also fierce you cannot hurt the world or even seriously distress her. She was meant to be wooed and won by youth." – Winston Churchill 💙 Favorite part of working at ZIWI: "I love building relationships with our partners, bringing amazing products to pet parents, and working with our incredible team." ⭐ Bucket List: Go on a multi-week trip to Japan. Thank you, Jen, for your passion, dedication, and the joy you bring to ZIWI. We’re so lucky to have you on the team! #EmployeeSpotlight #ZIWITeam #PetPassion #GrowthAndGratitude

🌞 🍉 🏊 𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗥!! 🌞 🍉 🏊 Did you know… Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, emergency rooms see a surge in visits. Summer means more playtime outside, which can lead to more accidents. As you enjoy your favorite summertime activities, please remember to care for yourself and your loved ones. These safety tips can help you make your adventures memorable for all the right reasons! 𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆, 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂, 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿!

Summer is not just a season; it's a feeling of endless possibilities, late-night conversations under the stars, the taste of ice cream on a hot day, and the joy of dipping your toes in the sea. It's where time seems to stand still yet flies by all too quickly, leaving us with memories that outlast the longest days. Let's make this summer unforgettable. What memories are you looking forward to creating? Share your summer plans in the comments below! 🌺🌞 #summermemories #summervibes #ilovesummer 

Summer is not just a season; it's a feeling of endless possibilities, late-night conversations under the stars, the taste of ice cream on a hot day, and the joy of dipping your toes in the sea. It's where time seems to stand still yet flies by all too quickly, leaving us with memories that outlast the longest days. Let's make this summer unforgettable. What memories are you looking forward to creating? Share your summer plans in the comments below! 🌺🌞 #summermemories #summervibes #ilovesummer