Mariya Pallais | Pink Fins Brand Management

Since I got all up close and personal, now seems like the perfect time to reintroduce myself. I’m Mariya Pallais, a multifaceted professional recognized for my roles as a Tech & Entertainment Publicist, Scuba Diver, World Traveler, and Personal Branding expert. I started in Airbnb’s Marketing department, where I honed my PR and marketing skills before founding Mariya Pallais PR, soon to be Pink Fins Brand Management (8 years of experience). Known for my Millennial humor and obsession with being underwater, I focus on authentic, intentional PR, working with societal innovators and emerging technologists. World travel has enhanced my career, bringing new perspectives and energy to my work. I strive to balance professional success with personal growth, making an impact in PR and marketing while pursuing a fulfilling life. Nice to meet you! ?? #digitalnomad #scubadiving #entrepreneur #travel #publicrelations #smallbusinessowner

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So here’s the point. Other than making your staff’s lives hell—which is absolutely not OK—your toxic leadership will also bleed into your company’s growth and reputation. Trust me, toxic work environments won’t stay a secret. In 2024, this behavior is unacceptable and can seriously damage public perception. If you’re leading a team, it’s time to be honest with yourself. These toxic behaviors destroy morale, productivity, and your standing as a leader. Check yourself: ?? 1. Demoralizing & Belittling Constant criticism and negativity don’t drive performance. They just demotivate your team. Stop tearing people down—start giving constructive feedback. ?? 2. Micromanaging If you can’t trust your team to handle their work, you’re the problem. Micromanaging leads to frustration, kills creativity, and makes people want to quit. ?? 3. Lack of Accountability Blaming your staff when things go wrong won’t fix the problem. Own your mistakes, and lead by example. Accountability starts at the top. ?? 4. Setting Unreasonable Expectations Pushing your team beyond their limits with impossible deadlines and excessive workloads is a quick path to burnout. Know the difference between challenging and unrealistic. ?? 5. Showing Favoritism Playing favorites divides your team and kills morale. Reward people based on performance, not personal connections. ?? Is it time to step up as a leader? Fix these toxic behaviors and watch your team thrive—or keep making excuses and watch them leave. #leadership #accountability #publicrelations #businessowners

Come explore with me! ??? I’m excited to be speaking at The Virtual World Symposium, GatherVerse, where we’ll dive into the future of AI-powered virtual worlds: ?? What are they?? ?? Where are they headed? ?? Why do these digital spaces matter right now? This event will offer fresh insights into how virtual spaces are evolving and influencing industries like education, business, and more. We’ll also examine how these digital environments have the potential to transform human interaction, community building, and learning experiences. Join in and discover how these innovations will shape the future of connection and collaboration! ?? https://lnkd.in/giSTFfVP #futureoftech #humanityfirst #gatherverse

Identifying your competitors and pinpointing what sets you apart from them is a crucial strategy. Through a comprehensive competitor analysis, you gain valuable insights into their strengths and weaknesses, allowing you to strategically position your brand or product. Emphasizing your unique selling points and what you offer that your competitors don't helps you differentiate yourself and resonates with your target audience. This approach enables you to craft compelling PR messaging and narratives that effectively showcase your distinct value and stand out in a competitive marketplace. #PRtips?#PublicRelations?#Forbes