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Exactly who makes a great judge for your awards? It's not an easy task, and choosing the right people is paramount. Here's an insight to getting it right: https://lnkd.in/eqBtPGEh #Awards #AwardsManagement AwardStage

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I am honored to be nominated as Business Person of the Year for the Beautiful Bakersfield Awards. This recognition means a lot to me, and I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to be acknowledged among such incredible peers. As we prepare for the awards, I want to share a few simple life rules that I live by, especially when I feel off track: 1. Collaboration Over Competition: Seek win-win relationships. When we work together, we can achieve so much more than when we compete against each other. 2. Trust the Process: Believe that we are exactly where we are meant to be at this moment. Life has a way of unfolding perfectly, even if we can’t see it right away. 3. Healthy Habits: Move your body, think kind words, and eat nourishing foods. Our physical and mental health are paramount to our success. 4. Trust Your Gut: Follow your true purpose. Our intuition often knows what’s best for us, even when logic does not. 5. Admit Mistakes: Don’t be afraid to admit when you’re wrong. None of us have all the answers, and acknowledging our mistakes is a step toward growth. 6. Follow Through: Always do what you say you are going to do. Integrity is the foundation of trust and respect in any relationship. To all the business owners out there, keep pushing forward. Your hard work and dedication are making a difference. I am excited to see everyone at the awards tomorrow, and I look forward to celebrating our collective achievements. Let’s continue to support and uplift each other as we strive for excellence in our community.

AND ANOTHER AWARD GOES TO… Opening up my LinkedIn feed this morning and I was greeted with more of what seems like endless self-acclaim for winning some industry award of which there are now apparently thousands. Okay – I get it. LinkedIn is now a platform for narcissism, self-aggrandizement, back slapping and just general “Look at me how great I and my team are” posts. But the whole award thing has gotten out of hand. Because business has fallen into the trap of feeling compelled to compete and give folks the chance for industry awards, the whole industry awards business has become expert at tapping this vein – creating award after award, and an endless tier of prizes within each award category to feed a greedy industry that serves no true benefit. Ahh, but “awards make us feel good” you’d argue. They say who we are in the vast competitive pecking order. Well, I’d argue – “Uh don’t we all work for the collective goal of driving business – ours or the clients?” “Isn’t the actual reward just seeking SATISFACTION – creatively, emotionally and intellectually – ACHIEVED WITH A JOB DONE TO THE BEST OF OUR ABILITIES?” “And then when done often enough – and measurably enough – that we see the financial rewards through promotions, raises, bonuses (clients renewing contracts?) et al?” There’s a term called “scarcity value” that applies here. Think of awards like pies. The first one you dig into is great. But the more and more you have of them, the less and less you derive joy from each, therefore diminishing the value (but likely increasing your stomach ache!). Personally, I’d rather receive or dole out the occasional and sincerely offered “Great job [NAME HERE]” than almost anything else. But then I grew up with one boss especially stingy with compliments – but each rare pronouncement making me feel like I could walk on water. So how about it people? Less sharing of awards on this platform (if you want to keep paying for the privilege of displaying more shiny statues go ahead), more meaningfully recognizing rare and true achievement. Oh, and if you enjoyed this post, please no awards or bouquets – a simple “like” is all the affirmation I need. #TOOMANYAWARDS #SUCCESSISITSOWNREWARD

What goes into creating winning award entries? We're lucky to have a few wins under our belt, as well as judging industry and comms awards across the years. Missive's Whitney Simon, Erin Lovett, Nicola Koronka and Emma Ross reveal what the judges are looking for when they're deciding on the all important gold medals, including: 🟡 Why entering awards is important 🟡 How to win awards 🟡 Telling a compelling story with your entry 🟡 Providing quantifiable results and evidence https://lnkd.in/eJM_NnHc

What’s an award worth these days? In the age of participation trophies and endless accolade inflation, it seems like everyone has a shiny statue to show off. But let’s be honest, do these awards truly represent excellence, or are they just another checkbox in the race for recognition? Don’t get me wrong, being acknowledged feels great, but when every other post is about yet another ‘industry award,’ it makes you wonder about the real value behind these honors. Are they driving genuine innovation and setting industry standards, or simply boosting egos and marketing campaigns? Maybe it’s time we shift our focus from collecting accolades to creating real impact. After all, true success isn’t measured by the number of trophies on your shelf, but by the difference you make and the legacy you leave behind. #IndustryThoughts #RealImpact #BeyondAwards

What a JOYFUL Tuesday afternoon seeing this land into our inbox, right after the day our Chief Storyteller 🎙 Ryan Fowler shares his new personal brand! There's so much value to business awards and not for the obvious reasons. Yes, you get some great recognition in your industry, but for those who have never entered an awards submission before, here's what we learned through the experience. This is not our first time entering an award, it's also not our first time being a finalist (although it would be the first time winning 😉 😉 ). Entering awards is an incredibly valuable exercise because when you do it right, it forces you to look back at your business over the past 12 or so months and celebrate and share the achievements you've had, the good you've done and the goals you've crushed. It's not often in business that this reflection time is something we actively do, so if you need a little nudge to enter that next business award, this is it. #finalist #businessnsw #businessawards

If you are a business owner, you will know that entering awards can take up time, resources, and can also come with a lot of uncertainty 🤷🏻♂️ Maybe you have thought about entering awards in the past, but the reality is that it gets pushed to the bottom of your list year after year!📃 Interestingly... Award-winning businesses show 63% increase in revenue. 😲 So what are you waiting for? The most common questions / worries that we get asked about are: 🤔 What awards should we go up for? 🥇 Are we even ready to win awards? 💰 What's the value of entering them? 👩🏻⚖️ How do we even know what the judges are looking for? Check out this video below where I explain why entering awards can be so impactful for your business. If you would like to raise your profile and enter awards in 2024 I would love to chat with you! 🫱🏼🫲🏼 https://lnkd.in/ePEfm6kJ

Winning an Award: It's More Than Just the Trophy! Did you know that winning an award opens doors far beyond the accolade itself? it's not just about the moment of victory; there's a whole world of extras that come with it, often overlooked but incredibly valuable. Take, for example, the opportunity to be featured in prestigious publications – a benefit that's worth its weight in gold. Normally, securing a spot in a leading magazine can be costly, but winning an award can land you that coveted space for free.  And it's not just any advertisement; it's a feature that celebrates your achievement, adding an extra layer of credibility and recognition. So, the next time you're considering entering an award, remember it's not just about the win – it's about the journey and the doors it opens.

The people have spoken! Cory Colosimo is our Manager of Partner Success and winner of our People’s Choice Award: The People Whisperer 😎 Cory won this award at our annual InCon event for being a colleague who can calm a conflict like nobody's business. If you know Cory, you know exactly how accurate that is! Thanks for all you do for our team 🙌 #clientsuccess #shoutout #awards #conference #vacationrentals #propertymanagement #shorttermrentals