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Jeff Gargas

@jeffgargas.bsky.social
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💚 COO: @teachbetterteam 📖Co-author: “TeachBetter” 📈 Entrepreneurship Coach/Consultant

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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
Sometimes growth looks and feels a lot like staying the same. (8/8)
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
We've made changes: - We're focused on the things that got us here to begin with. - We're focused on the things we do well, not every thing we could do (even if we could do them well). - We're not focused on growing because we're supposed to grow. We're focused on growing how we want to grow. (7/8)
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
We didn't perfect the things we did well. Instead, we started doing a bunch of other things, not quite as well. The result? We didn't maintain our growth. Because we didn't maintain the things that lead to the original growth. (6/8)
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
One of the biggest mistakes we've made as a company is to think that we needed to always be pushing to grow. We needed to always be preparing for the next big push. Through this lens, we hired too much too fast. (5/8)
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
The truth is, if your marketing is working, and your product/service is selling, there's a good chance you can grow without really "trying to grow" all the time. Sometimes, maintaining is the most efficient form of growing. Sometimes growth looks and feels a lot like staying the same. (4/8)
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
What I'm saying is that you don't need to always be hustling to grow. You don't always need to be uncomfortable in order to be growing. In fact, if we can't enjoy that comfort, what are we doing here? (3/8)
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
But in business, sustaining a comfortable level of growth can still be growth. I'm not saying you shouldn't be paying attention to market trends and shifts, and be ready and willing to adjust as needed. (2/8)
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
If you're not uncomfortable, you're not growing. Well..maybe. I think that's definitely true in something like exercise. In order to increase your strength, speed, endurance, etc, you need to push yourself past your current max. (1/8)
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
I’m not saying it’s always easy. It's not, and it won't be. What I am saying is that it doesn't have to always be hard. Struggle and stress do not always equal success. Sometimes harmony and joy are the better measure of your growth.
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
What if ease and efficiency aren’t the opposite of ambition? What if they're the smarter version of it? What if a business that feels light and aligned is also the one that scales?
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
We've been taught that struggle is part of entrepreneurship. That success only comes to those who “earn it” with long nights, lots of stress, and inevitable burn out. But what if we’ve been misled?
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 08/05/2025
When you prioritize ease, everything else gets clearer. When things get clearer, everything gets easier.cIt's a powerful circle of efficiency.
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
You didn’t start a business to feel guilty about enjoying your life.
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
Most breakthroughs in entrepreneurial journey have not come from working harder. They came when I stopped trying to do everything and started doing a few things really well with systems to support them. Your next breakthrough may not come from doing more. It might come from doing less...better.
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
What if ease and efficiency were the strategy?
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
It’s perfectly fine to change your mind. #Business #entrepreneurship #sidehustle #businessadvice
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 26/12/2024
Why You Can’t Simply Copy Someone Else’s Business Strategy
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 23/12/2024
New in 2025 and What Edleaders Should Do About It | Getting Smart buff.ly/3VNhEtB
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New in 2025 and What Edleaders Should Do About It
In 2025, education leaders must navigate AI advancements, prioritize civic education, and foster work-based learning to prepare students for a rapidly changing world.
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 21/12/2024
Catalyzing Educator & Student Agency through Community-Engaged Learning buff.ly/3P2khUr
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Catalyzing Educator & Student Agency through Community-Engaged Learning
Empower educators and students through community-engaged learning, fostering leadership, innovation, and social capital for thriving futures.
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
Jeff Bezos Dines With Elon Musk and Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago - Business Insider buff.ly/3ZItxSI
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Jeff Bezos and Trump had dinner at Mar-a-Lago, and were joined by Elon Musk
The former Amazon CEO was pictured at Mar-a-Lago with fiance Lauren Sánchez on Wednesday night as he joined Trump and Musk for dinner.
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
The great AI gadget debacle of 2024 - Fast Company
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
Here comes Sandisk with a rebrand buff.ly/3ZIudHN
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Here comes Sandisk with a rebrand
Why intercap when all cap?
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
What Does Instagram’s Hashtag Move Mean for Marketers? buff.ly/3ZJ6HKz
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What Does Instagram’s Hashtag Move Mean for Marketers?
Instagram ended hashtag following this week. Some experts say it’s time to rethink your brand’s hashtag strategy, and some of their ideas may sound familiar to get your content discovered.
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 14/12/2024
Results of a time study may help educators get more time out of the school day : NPR
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Results of a time study may help educators get more time out of the school day
Research shows K-12 students in different states spend wildly different amounts of time in school, and suggests the nation's schools could be much better about using the learning time they do have.
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
Meta Outage, TikTok Ban Has Creators Building Email Lists | Entrepreneur
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Meta Outage, TikTok Ban Has Creators Building Email Lists | Entrepreneur
With repeated tech outages and a possible TikTok ban on the horizon, creators are looking for new ways to influence. Turns out, one old-school way still reigns supreme.
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
OpenAI Has a New ChatGPT Paid Level. It Costs $200 Per Month | Entrepreneur
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OpenAI Has a New ChatGPT Paid Level. It Costs $200 Per Month | Entrepreneur
OpenAI introduced a new Pro tier of ChatGPT on Thursday for $200 per month. ChatGPT Pro is for heavy ChatGPT users, including those who want unlimited access to the latest AI models.
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 08/12/2024
How Are New AI Tools Changing ‘Learning Analytics’? | EdSurge News
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How Are New AI Tools Changing ‘Learning Analytics’? - EdSurge News
The field of “learning analytics” has been working to learn from the data trails students leave in online systems. Generative AI brings new promises ...
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 07/12/2024
Should Jaguar’s Bold Rebrand Generate a New Roar for Marketers?
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Should Jaguar’s Bold Rebrand Generate a New Roar for Marketers?
In the last five years, a dozen auto manufacturers changed their logo, but none drew the attention Jaguar did recently. Is it just a meme-worthy play to attract attention, or is something else afoot?
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 07/12/2024
How to Write Cold Emails and DMs That Actually Get Replies buff.ly/3LeyJrb
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How to Write Cold Emails and DMs That Actually Get Replies
Use this 5-step framework to 10x your replies
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
What do you think? buff.ly/41prwxd
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The founder of Shake Shack says there's a limit to how many times you should say 'yes' to the customer
Danny Meyer said too much customization may not work in the favor of the business, referencing the many "permutations" of coffee at Starbucks.
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Who has the best newsletter for educators? Who should we all subscribe to?
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
What do you think? Agree or disagree?
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The Most Important Part of Starting a Business: Daymond John | Entrepreneur
Daymond John says the most important thing an entrepreneur can have when starting a new business is "financial intelligence." Here's why.
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
Why Soft Skills Matter More Than Ever | EdSurge News buff.ly/4fCmuBF
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Why Soft Skills Matter More Than Ever - EdSurge News
In our tech-driven world, the value of human connection can’t be overstated. While mastering technical skills is essential, students must also develop ...
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
6 AI-powered Google tools for the classroom - Ditch That Textbook
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6 AI-powered Google tools for the classroom
AI large language models (LLMs) are here. And they're already starting to impact how we teach and learn.We're thinking twice about their role in student
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
When Students Miss School, Teachers Enjoy Their Jobs Less | EdSurge News
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When Students Miss School, Teachers Enjoy Their Jobs Less - EdSurge News
Absenteeism is a big concern around the country for reducing learning and contributing to plummeting academic capabilities. But is it also fueling the ...
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 01/12/2024
Awesome to hear this dude. Keep remembering you’re worth the struggle and you’re strong enough to continue beating it.
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 01/12/2024
Officially Christmas time in the Gargas house.
Christmas tree mug, from the Teach Better Team, in front of a lit Christmas tree.
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 01/12/2024
What Bilingual Education Reveals About Race in the U.S. | EdSurge News buff.ly/3OGeVyl
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What Bilingual Education Reveals About Race in the U.S. - EdSurge News
Dual language programs are considered the gold standard for bilingual education. Newcomers learn English, English-speakers learn a second language, ...
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 30/11/2024
Why Gen Z Workers Love the Office Holiday Party buff.ly/4eE5jOT
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Why Gen Z Workers Love the Office Holiday Party
The newest entrants into the workforce are “champions” of traditional office culture, shows a new report, from annual holiday parties to after-work drinks.
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 29/11/2024
Riot Games reveals VCT 2025 season details for VALORANT
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
Australia approves law banning social media for under 16s | TechCrunch buff.ly/4fJgbfK
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Australia approves law banning social media for under 16s | TechCrunch
In a step likely to be tracked around the world, Australia has approved legislation that will ban the use of social media for children under 16. The bill
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
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Bethany Hill @bethhill2829.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
⬇️ #EduSky #JoyfulLeaders
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
So awesome to see so many #EduSky posts! Love seeing all the familiar faces on this platform. Here’s to getting back to the positivity and optimism our community thrives on!
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a man in a suit and tie is sitting at a table and says i can 't tell you how much i love that
ALT: a man in a suit and tie is sitting at a table and says i can 't tell you how much i love that
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
The influencer lawsuit that could change the industry - The Verge
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The influencer lawsuit that could change the industry
Behind the scenes of a court battle for the “clean girl” look.
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
Best Small Business Saturday Sales Tactics | Entrepreneur
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Best Small Business Saturday Sales Tactics | Entrepreneur
Small business expert Jennifer Van Buskirk shares the best practices small business owners can use to attract new customers — and keep existing ones coming back for more.
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
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What Sets AI-Driven Companies Apart
Companies that are driven by generative AI operate differently in the following three ways: they prioritize using AI to address customer problems, they break down functional silos and involve…
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Jay Clouse @jay.blog · 26/11/2024
You have to believe in yourself before anyone else believes in you.
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Jeff Gargas @jeffgargas.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
While experience is necessary to becoming an expert, it’s not sufficient. - @AnnieDuke.com
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