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There are 2 different types of people in this world. ???? I say that to say this: Not everyone will share your goals. Or your passions. Or your reason for doing something. So go chase what YOU want. And the next time that friend gives you a side-eye and questions why you do what you do, kindly remind them: It’s your life, not theirs. Stop giving votes in your life to people who shouldn’t even have voices.

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What an exciting adventure this has been so far, being part of The Atlanta Falcons ownership group as a Limited Partner. The first game of the year was a blast. It’s a long season ahead and this fan base, the ownership group and everything about this team/organization is amazing. I can’t wait for this Monday night vs. The Eagles. Warrick Dunn Greg Beadles Brett Jewkes

Just popping in to say...YOU'VE GOT THIS!??? ?? Happy National Day of Encouragement! Send this to someone who needs to hear this message.

Ever wonder how New Yorkers keep their drive in the hustle and bustle of the city? Our very own, Lindsey B. hit the streets to ask the locals. From career goals to personal passions, their answers are as diverse and inspiring as the city itself.

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Reminder: your current circumstances ≠ your future success.

“Is this really happening?” I remember looking up at the Twin Towers at 9:30 AM and repeating that question in my head, over and over. I was standing at the corner of Park Place and Church Street. At 27 years old, I was the Press Secretary to the Mayor of New York thrust into the worst terrorist attack in our nation’s history. For the next 2.5 years, I never left Ground Zero. I vowed to stay at the site until I had made my contribution. We brought practically every head of state to the site so that no one could deny the horror visited upon us. I set up an office overlooking the site, and moved into an apartment 5 blocks away. I became one of the first employees and chief operating officer of a new agency dedicated to memorializing the fallen and rebuilding the trade center into what it is today. The Freedom Tower now stands tall in the New York City skyline, once marred by tragedy, as a defiant symbol of America’s resilient pursuit of freedom for all.? 3 things I learned on that horrific day: 1. Life changes in an instant, and you must treat the people you love as if you’ll never get another opportunity to hug them. 2. In the midst of a crisis, the most important response is just show up. Make your presence felt. You don’t need answers, just empathy. 3. When our way of life is threatened, do something. Years after the attack, I cofounded PDW. I work side-by-side with ex-military who were inspired by 9/11 to fight for freedom. They did something. Humanity will always triumph over evil. I saw how terrorism was met with the most extraordinary acts of courage, compassion and perseverance. Al-Qaeda was no match for our nation’s collective resolve. Thank you to all the first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice both on that fateful day and those who lost their lives in the decades that followed. I am haunted by the thousands of lives interrupted that day, and the best way I can think of honoring them is to be grateful that all of us were granted more time on earth. Never squander a single day.

Regardless of what side of the aisle you are on, there are lessons we can all take from last night’s debate to propel us forward in our careers. What do I — a veteran of the Clinton White House, with a 20 year career in executive search identifying and interviewing top talent, and now professional speaker — see in last night’s debate that can help you? 1. People don’t hear what you say, they hear what they feel. I first heard this statement by my friend Mitch Joel years ago, and it remains true. Those who are concerned primarily about security and safety with immigrants and crime loved Trump’s performance. Those who are concerned primarily about a loss of control and freedom about reproductive rights and the climate loved what Harris did. The topics and words matter, but connecting to the underlying drivers of why people feel the way they do is how decisions about you, your projects, and your promotions get made. 2. You don’t have to outrun the bear, you just have to be faster than the other guy. In the end, it’s not only about you looking and acting the part for the project or promotion you want, it’s about looking and acting better than your competition. Not to take anything away from Kamala’s strong performance, but some of her biggest victories were simply Trump’s demand for more air time to deliver statements that became self-inflicted wounds. In our work, we have at our disposal our strengths, which we can control, but also other people’s weaknesses, which we can sit back and allow. It’s not only our strength, but the delta between our strengths and their weaknesses, that is our differentiator. 3. Rudeness is exhausting. Kamala didn’t nitpick his rudeness. She stayed professional and let him get more and more heated as she didn’t fight in the mud. In fact, he even tried to sling a line of hers (“I’m speaking… does that sound familiar?” back at her, mostly to crickets.) People will be angry when they feel like they are losing power and privilege. Expect it, stay calm through it, and know that you don’t have to always be right for other people to show that they are wrong. And as a women, part of that may be dealing with a man who won’t look at you, won’t call you by your name, disengages while you speak. She took command early by forcing the handshake and letting him know she wasn’t intimidated, even if her first answer was her least strong and she had dry mouth for the first 15 minutes until she got past her nerves and hit her stride. 4. All the world’s a stage. She gathered her allies, knowing that the pre-meeting’s the meeting. From having her army of supporters live tweeting with clever, complimentary, and cohesive retorts, to Tim Walz being on message (compared to Trump saying that he doesn’t talk to Vance), to Taylor Swift endorsing right after like a final knockout out punch, it was coordinated but seemed momentum building. What did you pick up from the debate?

On this day in 2001, Matt Higgins was the press secretary for the New York City Mayor’s Office. Reflecting on that pivotal moment, he shares poignant memories that have stayed with him since and the lessons he learned from it: "I remember looking up at the Twin Towers at 9:30 am and thinking, “Is this really happening?” I was standing at the corner of Park Place and Church Street. At 27 years old, I was the Press Secretary to the Mayor of New York thrust into the worst terrorist attack in our nation’s history. For the next 2.5 years, I never left Ground Zero. We brought practically every head of state to the site so that no one could deny the horror visited upon us. I became one of the first employees and chief operating officer of a new agency dedicated to memorializing the fallen (9/11 Memorial & Museum) and rebuilding the trade center. I set up an office overlooking the site and moved into an apartment 5 blocks away. That moment on the corner, I vowed to not leave until I had made my contribution. 3 things I learned on that horrific day: 1. Life changes in an instant, and you must treat the people you love as if you’ll never get another opportunity to hug them. 2. In the midst of a crisis, the most important response is just show up. Make your presence felt. You don’t need answers, just empathy. 3. Humanity will always triumph over evil. I saw how terrorism was met with the most extraordinary acts of courage, compassion, and perseverance. Thank you to all the first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice both on that fateful day and those who lost their lives in the decades that followed. I am haunted by the thousands of lives interrupted that day, and the best way I can think of honoring them is to be grateful that all of us were granted more time on earth." This experience not only shaped his professional outlook and drive but also underscored a personal mantra, "Never squander a single day."