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December 13,
2024
2024
The Quiet Power of Listening: How to Build Deeper Connections
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Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
Listening is not merely the act of hearing words. It’s a multi-dimensional skill that involves attentiveness, interpretation, and empathy.
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December 12,
2024
2024
Digital Minimalism: Reclaiming Real-Life Connections in a Tech-Heavy World
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
In today’s digitally saturated environment, the lines between online engagement and offline presence have blurred to the point of near invisibility.
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December 11,
2024
2024
Authenticity in Action: Lessons from Brands That Truly Connect
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
Authenticity isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a powerful strategy that builds trust, loyalty, and long-term value.
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December 10,
2024
2024
The Myth of the Perfect Persona: Why Imperfection Builds Trust
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
An avalanche of curated perfection surrounds today’s world. Social media platforms amplify this phenomenon, providing endless feeds with images of flawless vacations, picture-perfect families, meticulously plated meals, and professional successes.
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December 6,
2024
2024
Love What You Do: Turning Your Side Hustle into a Real Job
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
A side hustle is more than just a hobby. It’s something that you actively pursue outside of your main job with the intention of making money.
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December 4,
2024
2024
Words as Lifelines: The Impact of Everyday Conversations
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
How we speak to one another in our professional and personal lives holds immense weight. In some moments, this weight can feel unbearable. I learned this lesson in a way that I will never forget.
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December 2,
2024
2024
Embrace Risk and Find Your Eyeball Moment
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
In creative pursuits, there’s often a temptation to play it safe. A joke that’s “too much” might feel risky. A painting that’s “too abstract” might not sell. But the greats—the ones we remember—rarely stopped at “good enough.”
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November 27,
2024
2024
The True Reward of Work: A Thanksgiving Reflection
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
Promotions are wonderful. Bigger paychecks are great. But should they be the ultimate goal of work? Are they the only things that should motivate us to give our best?
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November 26,
2024
2024
Honoring the Past to Shape the Future
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
In a world driven by rapid technological advancement and a culture of constant innovation, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that old things are obsolete and no longer worth our time or attention.
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November 21,
2024
2024
Why Blogging Still Matters: A Voice in the Digital Universe
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
In a world where content creation has become an industry of its own, blogs continue to hold a special place in the digital landscape. They’re more than just a repository for thoughts and ideas—they’re tools for connection, creativity, and even business growth.
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November 19,
2024
2024
Respect: Earned, Given, or Demanded?
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
Respect is like one of those mythical creatures you hear about but can’t quite pin down. Everyone has a different idea of what it looks like.
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November 14,
2024
2024
Caution: Words at Play. Slogans Shaped to Sell
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
Slogans didn’t always use this kind of bold, sometimes nonsensical language. The art of the slogan is rooted in a simpler time when companies were mostly just telling people what they offered.
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November 12,
2024
2024
Awe as a Path to Health, Happiness, and Purpose
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
Awe. Not the quick, feel-good response to a cute puppy, a baby's giggle, or two people sharing a moment of love. This is about the feeling of awe that goes deeper—the kind that makes you feel small and yet intensely alive in the presence of something vast, mysterious, and beautiful.
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November 8,
2024
2024
How Passion Drives Success in Work and Life
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When people say, “Follow your passion,” it sounds simple—find something you enjoy and pursue it. But this is often an oversimplified view.
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November 1,
2024
2024
Unity in Variety: How Pickles and Parker Bring Us Together
By
Paul Kiernan
Paul Kiernan
Seeing a person sitting at a table in a Jimmy John's, eating one of these pickle things, and reading The Portable Dorothy Parker would crack my nut!
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