Friday, February 16th

⏰ Win Your Day With The First 15-Minutes

What’s In This Email

  • Win your day with the first 15 minutes

  • How to captivate an audience with these presentation skills

  • Zendaya STUNS in Thierry Mugler's archive piece from 1995

  • Pianist stops “piano legend” in her tracks, or does he?

  • Notable Spotlight: Flow 98.7 has new hosts

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15 Minutes to Win Your Workday: A Guide to Morning Magic

Ever feel like your workday sets the tone for your entire week? You're not alone! Experts say those first 15 minutes hold the key to unlocking productivity and crushing your goals. Here's how:

Take control & plan to win:

  • Ditch the chaos: Mornings can be messy, but don't let them dictate your day. Spend 5 minutes reviewing your calendar and to-do list, prioritizing tasks that matter most.

  • Mindset matters: Feeling stressed or scattered? Take a few deep breaths to reframe your thoughts. Visualization or a quick pep talk can work wonders!

Prioritize like a pro:

  • Not all tasks are created equal: Identify the most important ones (think deadlines, meetings, big projects) and tackle them first. Feeling overwhelmed? Break them down into smaller, manageable chunks.

  • Know thyself: Figure out when you're most productive for certain tasks. Early bird? Get those reports done first. Night owl? Save creative brainstorming for later.

Bounce back from setbacks:

  • Life happens: Traffic jam got you down? Had a fight with your partner? Don't let it derail your day. Use those first 15 minutes to acknowledge the challenge, then shift your focus to what you can control: your work.

Remember: These are just starting points! Experiment and find what works best for you. By investing a little time upfront, you'll set yourself up for a productive and stress-free day (or at least week!).

Why this matters:

As millennials juggling busy lives and ambitious goals, mastering our mornings is key. These simple hacks can help us avoid burnout, stay focused, and achieve more while leaving space for the things that truly matter outside of work. So, what are you waiting for? Seize those first 15 minutes and conquer your workday!


Forget "Hello": How to Captivate Your Audience From the Start of Your Presentation

Tired of the snooze-inducing "hello" introductions? Join the club! As a society with dwindling attention spans, we crave captivating presentations. Here's how to hook your audience right from the jump:

Start with the "So what?":

  • Ditch the self-promo and jump straight to the solution to their problem. They care more about that than your resume.

  • Example: "Imagine closing deals with confidence! Today, I'll share 3 secrets to captivate your audience."

Hook 'em with a story:

  • Ditch the predictable bullet points. Start with a story, question, or surprising fact related to your topic.

  • Example: "Did you know 80% of presentations are forgettable? Let's change that!"

Connect on a personal level:

  • Ditch the robotic persona. Share a relevant anecdote to make your topic relatable.

  • Example: "I used to dread public speaking. Now, I help others find their voice!"

Spark interaction:

  • Ditch the one-way lecture. Ask a thought-provoking question or pose a challenge to get them involved.

Remember:

  • Attention spans are short, so grab them fast and hold their interest throughout.

  • By breaking the mould, you'll create a memorable and impactful presentation that gets results.

So, ditch the "hello" and unleash your inner presentation rockstar!

Why this matters:

As busy professionals, we value efficiency and engagement. These tips help us deliver impactful presentations, stand out in crowded fields, and ultimately achieve our career goals. Let's revolutionize the world of presentations, one captivating intro at a time!


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Zendaya absolutely STUNNED in archival Thierry Mugler from 1995 for the Dune 2 red carpet premier.

Zendaya is known for her style, thanks in large part to her stylist Law Roach. This year, Anna Wintour announced that Zendaya, among other big names, will be one of the co-chairs of this year’s MET Gala.

This year’s MET Gala theme: Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.

See the video below.

Pianist and content creator @camdenmusique played an original composition that stopped bystander Auriette in her tracks. The video of the performance has gone viral, but something funny happened.

The comments all seem to indicate that Auriette is Auriette Woodman a “piano legend.” Leading to a bunch of people hopping on the bandwagon acknowledging her greatness.

However, it seems the “piano legend” doesn’t have much of a digital footprint, and discerning viewers believe her piano career is, made up by people in the comments.

Pro Tip: Don’t believe everything you read.

See the video below.
@camdenmusique

when the music stops you in your tracks ☺️ this is my original composition called 'Lost' out on youtube, spotify, itunes, amazon, apple mu... See more

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