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Get more fresh food for less! Did you know you can triple your SNAP/EBT at your participating farmers markets with Market Bucks? Everyone should have access to fresh, healthy, local food. Market Bucks help SNAP customers stretch their dollars at the farmers market, making healthy food more affordable. Learn more by watching this video and reading about the program: https://lnkd.in/e27KCaSM

🌟 Around 2 weeks ago, our team gathered at Gloucester Brewery Ltd, buzzing with excitement and ready to take on the challenge of a pub quiz. As questions flew and our minds raced, we found ourselves in the thick of a fierce competition and it was great fun. But as the final scores were tallied, we discovered we were just 1 point shy of victory! 🏆 Yet, as we reflected on the evening, it dawned on us that the true win wasn't in the leaderboard standings. The real triumph was in the camaraderie we shared and the support we extended to a noble cause. The quiz was organized to support the Hollie Gazzard Trust which is a beacon of hope for the Gloucester community. In business, as in life, it's easy to get caught up in the race to "win" - to outperform, to exceed, to be the best. But let's take a moment to ask ourselves, "What truly defines winning?" 🤔 Is it the relentless pursuit of being at the top? Or is it the joy we find in the journey, the growth we experience, and the support we offer to causes greater than ourselves? 🌱 This experience is about fostering "Joy in the Workplace" (something very close to my heart) by celebrating the spirit of giving, supporting, and being committed to a cause greater than any single victory. So, here's to the nights we don't win by points but triumph in spirit, to the lessons learned, and to the joy found in supporting each other and our communities. Remember, great conversations and fabulous results often stem from the values we champion together, not just the accolades we collect. 🌟 Let's carry this spirit forward in our businesses and lives. Because in the end, the greatest wins are those shared in support and commitment. 💖 #BusinessJoy #CommunityOverCompetition #SupportAndCommitment

The impact of being a Vistage member at Vistage UK extends far beyond personal growth and business success. Members gain insights, make better decisions, and strengthen their leadership, which not only transforms their companies but also creates a ripple effect. This positive influence flows through their employees, customers, and communities, fostering improved company cultures, increased job satisfaction, and broader economic and social contributions. The ripple effect of a Vistage member’s growth reaches far beyond the individual, benefiting everyone connected to their leadership. https://lnkd.in/dNJFY2RA #vistageuk #vistagechair #vistagemember #rippleeffect #peeradvisory #vistagecoaching

The days may be shorter, the nights getting darker – but we move 😉 November's schedule is a particularly busy one. For those curious about what I’m up to, here are a few highlights: 1️⃣ Today: Attending the Citizen Food Summit, 19th Nov    The Citizen Food Summit will bring together an inspiring collective of voices to rethink our food systems.    With speakers including Mary Portas OBE, Baroness Bennett and Andy Cato, to name but a few, the summit will tackle some of the most pressing questions in the food industry, including:    - How can we create healthier, greener, and more resilient food systems?  - What role do citizens, farmers, and businesses play in driving change?      2️⃣ Speaking at the Annual Black Food & Drinks Business Brunch, 26th Nov    I’ll be joining this year’s brilliant panel at the Black Business Brunch, hosted by Do it Now Now, where I’ll be discussing the importance of food and funding for transforming places.    I’ll be sharing practical insights on how food businesses can balance profitability and purpose through investing in their communities.     The panel will also be discussing:    - Funding opportunities for black food entrepreneurs, including grants and capacity-building initiatives    - The transformative power of food in communities and the critical role that funding plays in supporting these initiatives.      3️⃣ My day job 😉    I can’t say too much, but what I will say is…    I’m working closely with developers to create healthier, prosperous and more sustainable spaces.    Excited to see these projects come to life after months of hard work.      That’s it from me – how's your November looking? 

Don't miss out on this checklist to #ASAE24! Not only does it count down the top things to do at ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership's Annual Meeting & Exposition, but it also includes a Spotify playlist to get you in the mood for fun, networking, inspiration and more! Check it out today and come by the Community Brands booth #522 and talk to the #NetForum team about your #association's goals. #AssnChat #AssnProfs #AssociationManagement #AssociationManagementSoftware

Why do you need four cars for travel when you only use one? Why do you require a buffet at lunch capable of feeding a kindergarten class when you're dining alone? Why do you need four houses across the country when you only live in one? And why are all these expenses charged to public funds? #LeadershipAccountability #AccountableLeadership #ResponsibleLeadership #EthicalLeadership #TransparentLeadership #LeadersWhoLead #LeadershipIntegrity #EffectiveLeadership #AccountabilityMatters #LeadingByExample

Last week I attended my daughter's school awards night to watch her pick up her 3 awards - proud dad moment, but not where this post is going! The guest speaker for the night closed with a challenge to the pupils, parents and teachers alike. A challenge which I picked up and am passing on to my friends, colleagues and wider network. It's a very simple concept - at the end of the day ask yourself 2 questions. Firstly, "what have I done today to make me feel proud?" and secondly, "what have you done today that you're not proud of?" If you are honest with yourself, you will start to question your own decision making throughoit the days to follow. These decisions could be as simple as choosing a healthy lunch over the burger van again or taking 30 mins out and going for a walk, but they will start to positively change your days. I went for a run tonight straight after checking in to my hotel ✅ but I've had a pint withy dinner despite deciding I wasn't going to ❌ What about you? #makeyourselfproud #positivity #dailywins #mindset #mabeyhire

There is a ton of valuable insight and experience here that #lawyers and #lawfirms should find helpful as they grown their #careers and businesses. Check out the "Building a Better Law Firm With #Legaltech ssection. And thank you Answering Legal, Inc for asking C-Founder Keao Caindec to contribute.

We all know the mouth-watering smell of Auntie Anne's Pretzels, but do you know the real-life "Auntie Anne?" We are honored to help Auntie Anne Beiler share her powerful life story and leadership wisdom. You can read more about her in her recent StyleBlueprint feature. #auntieannes #leadership #styleblueprint #powerfulstory #clientsuccess

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