November is National Gratitude Month, which is fitting for the month that hosts Thanksgiving. It’s the perfect time to continue our annual tradition, 50 Things I’m Grateful For. It’s refreshing to jot down a happy moment in the rush of day-to-day life. Enjoy browsing my list, and join the conversation below. What are you gratefulContinue reading “50 Things I’m Grateful For, Thanksgiving 2019 Edition”
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50 Things I’m Grateful For, Summer 2018 Edition
The tradition continues. Each year since 2012 (the year I started CCC), I’ve published a list of 50 things I’m grateful for. This isn’t a 5-minute exercise. I create the list over the course of weeks or even months. Oftentimes, I’ll jot down an activity I’m doing or a memory triggered by a conversation orContinue reading “50 Things I’m Grateful For, Summer 2018 Edition”
50 Things I’m Grateful For, Fall 2017 Edition
When I started my business in 2012, I knew that gratitude and helping others would play a large part. Each year, I write down 50 things I’m grateful for as a reminder to not take any blessings for granted, large or small. Show your gratitude by sharing your list (of any size) in the commentsContinue reading “50 Things I’m Grateful For, Fall 2017 Edition”
9 Ways You Can Help Those In Need #allin1day
I give because I can. Did you know? Every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood.* The Red Cross has won three Nobel Peace Prizes, in 1917, 1944 and 1963.^ In 2013, the international Red Cross movement provided food aid for more than 6.7 million people and essential household and hygiene items for overContinue reading “9 Ways You Can Help Those In Need #allin1day”
CCC Turns 3! And the Winners Are…
We’ve been celebrating all week, and today it’s official. My company, Clearly Conveyed Communications, turns 3 years old. In some ways, it seems like yesterday that I made the leap to start my own company; in others, it seems like a lifetime ago. In 3 short years, CCC has gotten social with first responders, workedContinue reading “CCC Turns 3! And the Winners Are…”
CCC Turns 3, And You’re Invited (To Win)!
We’re throwing a party, and you’re invited — to win. Clearly Conveyed Communications is turning 3 this week, and we’re celebrating with our clients, customers, supporters and fans. All week, we’ll be partying (while we work) at the office, so we’re inviting you along for the fun. Follow and engage with us on Facebook, Twitter,Continue reading “CCC Turns 3, And You’re Invited (To Win)!”
I’m Thankful For… Unplugging & Reconnecting
“Don’t be a jerk. Try to love everyone. Give more than you take. And do it despite the fact that you only really like about seven out of 500 people.” –Judd Apatow As a country, America tends to be cynical and polarized, impatient and angry. Maybe it’s our roots. Maybe it’s our lifestyle. Whatever it is,Continue reading “I’m Thankful For… Unplugging & Reconnecting”
The Trapper Keeper Is Back! And Other Insights From Back-to-School Shopping
It’s officially back-to-school season, a $72.5 billion* celebration for retailers. CCC sponsored two kids through the United Way, a 1st grade girl and 5th grade boy. It was interesting to hit the stores for back-to-school shopping this weekend and see how much the supplies had changed, if at all. Surprisingly little… While the smartphone cases wereContinue reading “The Trapper Keeper Is Back! And Other Insights From Back-to-School Shopping”
50 Things I’m Grateful For… Summer 2014 Edition
It’s become an annual tradition at the CCC blog to list 50 unique “things” that I’m currently grateful for. It makes me think and reminds me how blessed I am. The first 50 Things I’m Grateful For post published in May 2012, a month after the blog started, and was an immediate hit. The follow-up post,Continue reading “50 Things I’m Grateful For… Summer 2014 Edition”
What is the Pay It Forward movement all about?
Happy International Pay It Forward Day 2014! While we’re all better off paying it forward regularly, having an official day helps bring attention to this worthy movement. So what is the Pay It Forward movement all about? Watch this TEDTalk by Charley Johnson, founder of the official group behind the global Pay It Forward movementContinue reading “What is the Pay It Forward movement all about?”