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Grace Platon

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Marketing Strategist & PR Pro for B2B Tech, Writer, Communications Consultant, Executive Coach. Bostonian in Texas: Gets Things Done in Style! CommunicateGrace.com

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Grace Platon @graceplaton.bsky.social · 20h
Introverts often prefer time to reflect before responding, which can deepen their contributions. Small behavioral shifts can increase an introvert’s visibility. Meeting agendas and individual brainstorming can help reflective thinkers. Nancy Ancowitz www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/self...
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The Strengths Introverts Bring to Work
Success at work doesn’t require a personality makeover. See how introverts can make their strengths more visible and how leaders can help.
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
Optimistic October - Day 9: Share an important goal with someone you trust actionforhappiness.org/optimistic-o... #OptimisticOctober
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Grace Platon @graceplaton.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Big marketing + communications initiatives demand senior level strategy and flawless execution. But most teams don’t have both when it matters. That’s why more companies are turning to marketing consultants and interim marketing directors. www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-fl...
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Why Flexible Marketing Leadership Is the Future of Growth
The modern marketing environment is defined by rapid change, rising expectations, and shrinking margins for error. Staying competitive means being able to act quickly, but speed takes both expertise a...
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Optimistic October - Day 7: Look for the good in people around you today actionforhappiness.org/optimistic-o... #OptimisticOctober
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Dreamcatcher @dreamcatcher01.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Good Tuesday morning Wishing you a day of golden moments and creative considerations...
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Grace Platon @graceplaton.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
You have a change communications plan. The emails are scheduled, the intranet page is built, the manager toolkit is ready, and there’s even a town hall on the calendar. But how do you reach the frontline employees? Katie Hickman www.ragan.com/how-to-commu...
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How to communicate change to frontline employees when they don’t read email - Ragan Communications
Design communication around how they actually work, what they need to know and when they need to know it
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Optimistic October - Day 6: Remind yourself that things can change for the better actionforhappiness.org/optimistic-o... #OptimisticOctober
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Sometimes progress doesn’t feel like progress until you look back Image: www.instagram.com/toyoufromsteph
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Life is better when we find something to look forward to. Join us for Optimistic October and discover ways to stay hopeful, even in uncertain times 🌈 actionforhappiness.org/optimistic-o... #OptimisticOctober
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Self Care September - Day 30: Remind yourself that you are enough, just as you are actionforhappiness.org/self-care-se... #SelfCareSeptember
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Grace Platon @graceplaton.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
High-hope leaders and team members generate multiple pathways and bounce back from adversity. Nikolas Badminton www.smartbrief.com/original/how...
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How high-hope leadership prepares organizations for uncertainty
A high-hope mindset isn't wishful thinking. It's finding possibilities and meeting them with practical delivery, writes Nikolas Badminton.
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Self Care September - Day 24: Accept yourself and remember that you are worthy of love actionforhappiness.org/self-care-se... #SelfCareSeptember
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Grace Platon @graceplaton.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Listening is a critical leadership skill. Listening to understand, asking deep questions, and helping others understand their own thinking. Help your teams unlock their own expertise to identify solutions for themselves. Greg Satell buff.ly/5YdCkCa
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Great Leaders Know How to Listen. Here Are 3 Skills to Master: | Digital Tonto
People tend to become leaders by first becoming great performers. In school, they raise their hands first and give the right answers. As they begin their career, they learn to speak up in meetings, de...
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Grace Platon @graceplaton.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
A CMO managing 3,000 AI agents with zero direct reports will fail because marketing requires human judgment, domain knowledge, strategy and accountability that AI cannot replicate. Mark Boothe www.smartbrief.com/original/how...
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How AI is changing the CMO role
AI is changing the role of the CMO by placing greater importance on human judgment, domain knowledge, strategy and accountability that AI cannot replicate.
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Self Care September - Day 22: Take your time. Make space to just breathe and be still actionforhappiness.org/self-care-se... #SelfCareSeptember
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Grace Platon @graceplaton.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Rather than a big radical change, a career reinvention is using your existing skills and talents in new ways, often through small adjustments. Identify what matters to you and revisiting long-held dreams set aside by life's demands. Pamela Mitchell buff.ly/32Zc5rA
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How to Know When It’s Time to Reinvent Yourself | SUCCESS
Discover how to reinvent your career without radical change. Learn expert strategies to evolve professionally while building on your existing skills.
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Self Care September - Day 17: No plans day. Make time to slow down and be kind to yourself actionforhappiness.org/self-care-se... #SelfCareSeptember
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
One kind word can change someone’s entire day Image: www.instagram.com/artofbrillia...
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Grace Platon @graceplaton.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
For years, business leaders talked about Gen Z (born 1997 – 2012) primarily as an emerging workforce: a cohort to recruit, onboard and learn how to manage. But Gen Z is becoming a consequential force inside the buying process. Jeff Fromm www.forbes.com/sites/jefffr...
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LinkedIn's CMO Says Gen Z Is Rewriting The Rules Of Trust At Work
LinkedIn released new research on Gen Z at work. The study suggests that AI-generated content requires a trusted human voice to ensure credibility.
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Self Care September - Day 8: Be willing to share how you feel and ask for help when needed actionforhappiness.org/self-care-se... #SelfCareSeptember
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Grace Platon @graceplaton.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
“Don’t get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life.” Dolly Parton Image: @aviatepress
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Self Care September - Day 4: Plan a fun or relaxing activity and make time for it actionforhappiness.org/self-care-se... #SelfCareSeptember
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Grace Platon @graceplaton.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
You will face many demanding situations and crises over the course of your career. LaRae Quy shares three tips on how to be an effective leader while under pressure: (1) Leverage experience (2) Name and tame your emotion (3) Reframe your situation www.smartbrief.com/original/3-t...
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3 tips on how to be an effective leader while under pressure
When leaders are under pressure it's vital to manage fear and uncertainty, writes LaRae Quy, who offers three strategies.
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
“Don’t get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life” Image: www.instagram.com/aviatepress
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Self Care September - Day 2: Notice the things you do well, however small actionforhappiness.org/self-care-se... #SelfCareSeptember
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Grace Platon @graceplaton.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
If you want to grow as a leader, you can't just read books and attend seminars on how leadership works. Marcel Schwantes says growth happens by engaging in real-life challenges that require practicing difficult behaviors. www.inc.com/marcel-schwa...
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I've Coached Hundreds of Leaders. Those Who Grow Do This 1 Uncomfortable Thing Repeatedly
New research suggests leadership skills are built through productive struggle and exposure to real-world pressure.
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Dreamcatcher @dreamcatcher01.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
So delicately she gently speaks...
A pink flower against blurry green.

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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Self Care September - Day 1: Find time for self-care. It’s not selfish, it’s essential actionforhappiness.org/self-care-se... #SelfCareSeptember
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Taking care of yourself isn't selfish - it's essential. Join us for Self-Care September and discover small daily actions to help you feel calmer, stay resilient and show up for others too actionforhappiness.org/self-care-se... #SelfCareSeptember
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Grace Platon @graceplaton.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
I’m a big fan of sending a clear agenda before client meetings. It saves time, keeps everyone focused, and makes the whole experience better. Great reminder from Robyn McLeod: Before you say yes to a meeting, make sure you know why you’re there. chatsworthconsulting.com/2026/08/27/f...
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Five questions to ask before accepting that meeting request | Chatsworth Consulting Group
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Altruistic August - Day 31: Share Action for Happiness with other people today actionforhappiness.org/altruistic-a... #AltruisticAugust
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Kelly Rebar @kellyjeanrebar.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
The height of that sunflower in Terrence's mountaintop garden. #memory #garden
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Susan @smocarski.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
I finally got the 4th season yesterday. Tree near Woodstock, IL
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Sanya @sanjar.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
#garden in excess the flowers have no notion of being observed #vss365 #haiku #blueskypoets #nature #bloomscrolling #photography
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Grace Platon @graceplaton.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
In a world that values answers, asking powerful questions can help you build relationships, direct your attention, and sharpen your thinking skills. "A good question is a powerful form of connection that can transform our relationships," says Lani Watson. nextbigideaclub.com/magazine/wor...
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In a World Full of Answers, Ask Better Questions
Author Lani Watson shares 5 key insights from her new book, Q: The Hidden Power of Questions in a World That Wants Answers.
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Grace Platon @graceplaton.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Pursuing multiple professional paths at the same time is something Peter Drucker called "parallel careers." As the job market continues to evolve and the gig economy expands, embracing parallel careers can allow you to diversify your skills. Bruce Rosenstein www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...
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The Rewards of Parallel Careers
Peter Drucker believed we should engage in simultaneous work pursuits. Learn from examples in the creative industries and from lawyers, physicians, and other knowledge workers.
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Create the Ripple @createtheripple.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
“Joy is not made to be a crumb.” Mary Oliver Joy and difficulty can and do exist alongside each other. We don’t need everything to be perfect to snortle and chortle and laugh until our faces hurt. Let’s let ourselves experience more joy. 🧡 #joy #gratitude #happiness Art by joyfulsmolthings
A square illustration on a pale blue background featuring two orange and yellow butterflies. The larger butterfly has a smiling face and black antennae. Text across its orange wings reads: “Happiness is not the absence of problems. It’s the ability to find joy and gratitude in the midst of them.” A smaller orange butterfly flies below. White spirals, dots, yellow sparkle shapes and black dashed flight lines surround the butterflies. The artist name @joyfulsmolthings appears beside the larger butterfly.
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Dreamcatcher @dreamcatcher01.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Splashes of sunshine...
A yellow flower with green leaves. 

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Grace Platon @graceplaton.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Make your speech or presentation riveting by hooking the audience at the very beginning, clearly stating the topic, explaining its relevance to them, and outlining what to expect. Gary Genard www.genardmethod.com/blog/how-to-...
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How to Create Speech Openings that Will Knock Your Audience's Socks Off
Want to wow any group of listeners? It starts with your intro! Here's how to create speech openings that will knock your audience's socks off.
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Be happy for other people. When we share joy it amplifies Image: www.instagram.com/grace.and.co...
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Altruistic August - Day 12: Contact a friend to let them know you're thinking of them actionforhappiness.org/altruistic-a... #AltruisticAugust
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Grace Platon @graceplaton.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
If you're working but not getting much done, you may be engaging in several common time wasters: - Starting the day without a plan - Constantly checking emails - Attending unfocused meetings - Multitasking See common sense tips from Mary Kelly productiveleaders.com/2026/08/05/t...
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The 25 Biggest Time Wasters That Quietly Steal Your Day
Discover the biggest time wasters that quietly steal your day and learn practical strategies to reclaim hours, boost productivity, and achieve more with less stress.
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Altruistic August - Day 10: Check in with someone who may be lonely or feeling anxious actionforhappiness.org/altruistic-a... #AltruisticAugust
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Want to do something? Give it a try. You don’t learn to swim by reading about water Image: www.instagram.com/businessmind...
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Altruistic August - Day 7: Give time to help a project or cause you care about actionforhappiness.org/altruistic-a... #AltruisticAugust
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Grace Platon @graceplaton.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
The stories that your teams tell about leadership decisions, restructuring and change play a decisive role in outcomes. Leaders must develop story intelligence, interpret, and shape the stories that influence perceptions and behavior. Katharina Schaffner www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...
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Why Story Intelligence Is a New Core Capability
Story Intelligence is the human ability to recognise, question and reshape the stories that drive our thinking, decisions and behaviour. It's an essential capability in the age of AI.
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Altruistic August - Day 3: Be kind and supportive with everyone you interact with actionforhappiness.org/altruistic-a... #AltruisticAugust
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
When you shine you remind others that they can shine too Image: www.instagram.com/artofbrillia...
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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
We all have the power to make someone’s day a little brighter. A thoughtful message, a helping hand or a moment of real listening make a bigger difference than we realise. And caring for others does us good too 💞 actionforhappiness.org/altruistic-a... #AltruisticAugust
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Grace Platon @graceplaton.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Roy Schwartz, CEO of @Axios, describes growing up with dyslexia. People with learning differences develop grit and problem-solving skills. Roy says harnessing AI helps people with learning differences to neutralize difficulties with spelling, grammar, reading and more. www.axios.com/2026/07/30/l...
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Be different: Dyslexia's superhuman upsides
For years, I only saw the downside of having dyslexia.
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