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✅ Today's Checklist:

• The mindset shift that separates directors from managers

• Is there really a great millennial career crisis?

• Capacity setting that makes you look strategic

• Steak night, improved

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CAREER GROWTH

Key Traits to Embody a Director Mindset

Takeaways:

• Before meetings, identify the key decision you're driving. A quick 3-minute prep shifts you from participant to decision-maker.

• Speak in outcomes, not updates. Instead of "We've been testing messaging," say "We've seen a 14% lift, so I recommend rolling it out regionally."

• Always close the loop. Send a short recap like: Decision made, next step, owner. Clear follow-through is what builds leadership trust.

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EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION

A Thoughtful Team Surprise, Minus the Planning

Your team has been carrying a lot lately. Not just the work, but the late Slacks, constant context switching, and endless "can you just…" requests.

When it's time to show appreciation, the last thing you need is another mini-project. Chasing addresses. Guessing preferences. Hoping it doesn't feel generic.

Goody makes appreciation simple without making it impersonal. You can send something thoughtful in minutes, without collecting sizes, dietary needs, or shipping details. People choose what they want, and you still get it right.

From food and books to experiences and gift cards, the options feel personal and flexible, whether you're marking a big win or just acknowledging extra effort.

If appreciation keeps getting pushed to "later," Goody removes the friction without removing the meaning.

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CAREER RECKONING

The Great Millennial Career Crisis

Takeaways:

• Millennials were promised stability if they followed the rules: college, career, house, kids. But the traditional playbook is broken, and the payoff? Not what was advertised.

• This generation isn't lazy. They've endured a recession, student debt, disappearing industries, and constant reinvention. The burnout is real, and so is the disillusionment.

• More and more are rewriting the script. Choosing freedom over hustle, fulfillment over titles. If you're questioning your path, you're not behind or alone.

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COMMUNICATION

5 Ways to Say You're at Capacity While Looking Strategic

Takeaways:

• Strategic language signals leadership. Instead of saying "I'm at capacity," try: "I'm prioritizing X and Y. If this is more urgent, what should I deprioritize?"

• Protecting your time doesn't mean blocking progress. Try: "I want to give this the attention it deserves. Can we revisit after [date] or loop someone else in?" It positions you as quality-focused, not unavailable.

• Transparency beats overwhelm. Listing your top 3 priorities and asking where the new task ranks shows clarity and is the difference between being busy and being strategic.

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PERSONALIZED HEALTH MANAGEMENT

Weight Loss That Actually Works for Real Life

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If a medical provider determines prescription treatment is right for you, your plan may include:

• 🍽️ Personalized meal plans and easy recipes

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• 👩‍⚕️ Ongoing care from licensed providers (not just a one-time consult)

It's affordable. It's science-backed. And it's built for your life, not someone else's idea of "discipline."

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KITCHEN HACKS

An Easy Upgrade for Your Next Tenderloin Night

Takeaways:

• Use a mason jar to help you cut a large tenderloin into equal fillets. Take the same mason jar and fill it with 1 tbsp melted butter, 4 oz of beef broth, and 4oz of red wine. Then transfer it to a cocktail mixer, and shake.

• Pour the mixture into 4 shot glasses. Take some sautéed mushrooms and 1 tsp of garlic, and place into each of the shot glasses.

• Prepare the fillets by rolling them into a salt and pepper mixture. Add an incision 3/4 through to create a pocket to insert the shot glasses. Slide the fillet on top of the shot glasses, then bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes. Take out the shot glasses and put some mashed potatoes into the created pocket. Voila! You've got juicy steaks with a wonderful sauce.

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