From Heather:
This is my friend Mel, Director of Strategic Initiatives at Community Action Association of Pennsylvania . We go WAY back—Upper Dauphin Area High School marching band days! 🥁🎺 Go Trojans! 💙💛
Here we are, living out our high school prom fantasy at the 2024 CAAPTivating Excellence Awards, where I had the esteemed pleasure of emceeing this incredible event. 💫
Do you need an emcee who will bring energy, excitement, and a touch of nostalgia to your event? I'd love to learn more about your event! 🎤✨ Schedule a call with me here! https://bit.ly/45zXq8R
#Throwback #EmceeLife #CAAPTivatingExcellence #EventHost #UDATrojans #CAAP #PublicSpeaking #EventPlanning #LetsMakeItMemorable
As we kick off Thanksgiving week, take a moment to ground yourself with a little Micro-Meditation. 🍂
Before diving back into the world of notifications and to-dos, give yourself just one minute of silence. If a full minute feels like too much, try 30 seconds.
Close your eyes, breathe deeply, and let your mind settle. No need for chanting or sitting cross-legged (unless that’s your thing). Just sit, breathe, and let the world pause with you for a moment. ✨
It’s incredible how a single moment of stillness can create a whole wave of calm. Wishing you a peaceful start to this week of gratitude. 🙏🧘♀️
#MindfulMonday #ThanksgivingWeek #MicroMeditation #TakeAMoment #Breathe #FindYourCalm
Gratitude in 30 Seconds ✨
Pause, right now, and think of one thing you’re grateful for today. It doesn’t have to be anything big – maybe it’s that delicious cup of coffee you had this morning or the one email you finally checked off your to-do list. ☕💌 Whatever it is, savor that thought for a few seconds.
Gratitude has this sneaky way of shifting your whole mood, even on the toughest days. Try it out and see the difference! 💫
What are you grateful for today? Drop it in the comments below! 👇
#GratitudeMoment #MindfulPause #ThankfulThursday #GratitudeAttitude #FindJoyInTheLittleThings #MentalHealthBoost #PositiveMindset
Did you know that Heather is a hugger? 🤗 After her session at the Community Action Association of Pennsylvania’s annual conference, a few attendees shared in the love with some heartwarming hugs. 💙 Heather spoke passionately on the topic "Stress Less, Serve More," inspiring others to be mindful about the media they consume and how it shapes their daily lives.
If you’re looking for a high-energy speaker to motivate your team or conference attendees to stress less and serve more, Heather is here to help! Her enthusiasm is contagious, and her insights leave a lasting impact.
Interested in bringing Heather to your next event? Drop us a message today! ✉️✨
#SpeakerLife #MindfulMedia #StressLessServeMore #ConferenceSpeaker #CommunityAction
Feeling overwhelmed? Try the 5-Second Breath. 💨
The next time you're juggling a million things, pause for a moment to simply breathe. It sounds simple, but trust me—it works. 🙌
✨ Breathe in slowly for 5 seconds...
✨ Breathe out slowly for 5 seconds...
That’s it. Done.
It’s like hitting the reset button for your brain, giving you a little extra clarity to keep going. 🧠💡
Give it a try next time you need a quick reset! How do you find small moments of calm in your day?
#Mindfulness #SelfCare #StressRelief #Breathe #MentalHealth #WellnessTips #PauseAndReset #DailyWellness
October is Chamber of Commerce Month! 🎉 We’re proud to be members of the Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce, Keystone Business Alliance - Central PA's LGBT Chamber of Commerce and the NGLCC - The National LGBT Chamber of Commerce. If you've been considering a chamber membership, take a look at these stats.
According to national studies from the Schapiro Group, when business decision-makers believe that a business is a chamber member, they are:
✅ 37% more likely to think favorably about the business
✅ 51% more likely to be highly aware of the business
✅ 58% more likely to think positively of its reputation
✅ 59% more likely to buy goods and services from it
Are you a member of your local neighborhood Chamber of Commerce? Share the love in a comment below; we’d love to hear about it!
✅ 100% grateful for the friends we've made at the Carlisle Chamber for providing great stats that inspired us to create this post.
#ChamberOfCommerceMonth #CarlisleChamber #SupportLocal #BusinessCommunity #ChamberMemberPride
Heather had a fantastic time attending the Keystone Business Alliance - Central PA's LGBT Chamber of Commerce's September Mixer at the Historic Harrisburg Association 🎉
Executive Director David Morrison shared exciting news—the building will be undergoing renovations to become a future event space. It's already impressive, but we can’t wait to see the historic bank brought back to life! 🏛️✨
Heather has a special connection to old bank buildings because her mom was a teller at Miners Bank of Lykens (now Mid Penn Bank.) She fondly remembers the money-counting machines, coin sorters, and the big safe... not to mention eating her weight in free lollipops! 🍭😂
#KBA #HistoricHarrisburg #BusinessNetworking #Community #EventSpace #Nostalgia #SmallTownMemories
Just like a recipe, creating the perfect social post requires the right ingredients! Here’s what you need to whip up engaging content:
1️⃣ Eye-catching Visuals: Use vibrant images or videos that stop the scroll and draw attention. 🎥📸
2️⃣ Clear Message: Keep your caption concise and compelling. Know the point you want to make, and communicate it clearly! ✍️
3️⃣ Strong Call-to-Action (CTA): Tell your audience what to do next—like, comment, share, or visit your link! 🖱️
4️⃣ Consistent Tone: Stay true to your brand voice. Your followers should feel like they’re hearing from the same person every time! 💬
5️⃣ Engagement: Ask questions, respond to comments, and be present. Organic reach grows with authentic conversations! 💬❤️
What’s your secret ingredient for a great post? Share below! 👇
#OrganicSocialMedia #ContentMarketing #SocialStrategy #ContentCreation #GrowYourBusiness
"Habits are the compound interest of self-improvement."
The book Atomic Habits by James Clear states that habits are the result of many tiny decisions we make throughout our lifetime. When compounded, these tiny behaviors can form habits— either good or bad.
Have you ever considered how your tiny, seemingly insignificant daily decisions could be influencing your overall well-being?
#AtomicHabits #JamesClear #SelfImprovement #Habits #PersonalGrowth #WellBeing #DailyDecisions #Mindfulness #PositiveChange #LifeLessons #BookQuotes #TinyHabits
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals are more than just guidelines—they’re a commitment to a brighter, more sustainable future. 🌱
By setting these objectives, businesses actively manage their impact on society and the environment, ensuring that every step forward is one that cares for our planet and its people. Together, we can create a world where progress and responsibility go hand in hand. 💚
Add a like to this post if your business is working on ESG goals.
#ESG #Sustainability #SocialImpact
An incredible night of women business owners pitching their products, services and innovations during the Women's Business Enterprise National Council - WBENC East CapitalOne pitch competition.
So much positive energy radiated through the Capital One Café in downtown Philly.
Congratulations to Nikisha Bailey, Win Win Coffee, Marti Lieberman, Mac Mart Cart, and Dr. Helen Lawrence, Level Up Logistics, for taking 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, respectively.
While we didn’t take home the main prize, we appreciate the $500 Honorable Mention! Plus, we gained invaluable experience, made significant connections, and received fantastic exposure.
A special shout out to Heather's wife, Megan, for helping her remain calm and confident and for polishing her pitch!
Thank you so much to CapitalOne for your generosity in supporting women-owned businesses and providing a welcoming and empowering environment!
A huge thank you to Elizabeth Walsh, Evelyn Martinez-Rodriguez, Alexandra Mullins, and the rest of the WBENC East team for this wonderful opportunity.
And so much gratitude to our pitch coach extraordinaire, Melanie McLeod, for her guidance.
#WomenInBusiness #WBE #PitchCompetition #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #Grateful #WomenEmpowerment #Networking #PhillyBusiness #CapitalOneCafé #WBENCPitch #HonorableMention #SupportWomenOwnedBusinesses #BusinessGrowth
School will be starting before we know it, so we're prepping content for September now! 📚✏️
If you're looking for ideas for the month of September, we've got you covered with our social media content calendar! Download it free here: https://bit.ly/3V3Qifu
#SocialMedia #ContentCalendar #SocialMediaMarketing #ContentCreation #FreeDownload #MarketingTips #BusinessGrowth #HeatherHolloway
