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Today, Lewis Hamilton begins his adventure with Ferrari, a move that will shake the world of Formula 1. With 7 world titles and an incredible career, Hamilton is ready to challenge himself with one of the most iconic teams in history. What to expect from this new chapter? 📍 𝗔𝗻 𝘂𝗻𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲: Hamilton, already legendary with Mercedes, now aims for the title with Ferrari. 📍 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿, 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: the perfect mix to bring Maranello back to the top. 📍 𝗔 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹𝗿𝘆? Ferrari’s return to the top, with Hamilton ready to challenge Mercedes and Red Bull. Ferrari has always represented tradition, passion, and innovation. With Hamilton’s arrival, the team has an extra edge to fight for the top. 💥 2025 won’t just be a year of change, but the start of a season that promises emotions, challenges, and maybe victories. What do you think? Will Hamilton win the championship with Ferrari and, together with Leclerc, bring back the Constructors’ Trophy? Or will it be too big of a challenge even for him?🤔 #Formula1 #Ferrari #LewisHamilton #Motorsport

More than a vibe, it's a mindset. You know it when you talk, listen, and work with someone who also thinks this way. Coupled with a growth or abundance mindset (vs. scarcity) -- creativity and innovation flourish. And then what flourishes? Your business.

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We have seven principles that guide our team in our daily work. These principles aid us in our mission to maximize human potential. The first?   Take the Raines...take the reins...get it?   Taking ownership and responsibility for your own path increases your likelihood of success. This principle is a rallying cry for our Raines team, a call to be driven in our work for clients and in our own careers.   How do you Take the Raines in your career?   Comment below to let us know. 

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Illustrators can differ greatly in style, mediums, and artistic approach! Check out these examples to explore the diverse world of visual expression 🤗

Waiting for Your Moment: The Power of Persistence When Martin Scorsese finally won his long-awaited Oscar for The Departed, he couldn’t help but ask Steven Spielberg, who was presenting the award, to double-check that there hadn’t been a mistake. "Are you sure?" he asked, almost disbelieving. And honestly, who could blame him? After all, he’d been nominated five times for Best Director and overlooked each time – even for iconic films like Raging Bull, Taxi Driver, and Goodfellas. While The Departed was brilliant, many of us felt there were other films in his career that were even more deserving of that recognition. But that’s the thing, isn’t it? Life doesn’t always reward us when we feel we’ve earned it. There are times when we might feel that we are more than deserving of recognition, but circumstances conspire against it. And when that happens, the real test is how we respond. Scorsese didn’t stop. He kept creating, kept doing what he was brilliant at, and eventually, his moment came. It’s a powerful lesson, one I’ve taken to heart. When life doesn’t immediately reward your hard work or dedication, don’t let it discourage you. Keep going, keep doing what you do best. There’s so much truth in the old saying – keep up the good work. Our moment of recognition will come. Just like Scorsese, we all have our time to make a comeback, to rise and claim what’s rightfully ours. Patience and perseverance always pay off in the end. #Patience #Perseverance #Persistence #Life #LifeLessons #MartinScorsese #Oscar

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Sometimes We’re Called to Do More—for a Greater Purpose and a Greater Cause I want to take a moment to give a huge shoutout to Ryan Choura and the incredible team behind this initiative. Organizing a reliable way to deliver essential items and furniture to those impacted by the LA fires is a testament to what leadership and community truly mean. In a world often driven by metrics, deadlines and the next big project, it’s easy to forget that we’re all part of something bigger. But moments like this remind us why we do what we do. Sometimes, it’s not about profit margins or accolades—it’s about showing up for others when they need it most. Over 135 event professionals came together on this call, offering resources, ideas, and unwavering support. That kind of collaboration, driven by empathy and purpose, is what truly moves the needle—not just in business, but in life. To Ryan and everyone involved, thank you for being a shining example of how we can use our platforms, expertise, and networks to serve a greater cause. This initiative is a reminder to us all: success isn’t just measured in what we achieve but in what we give back. Let’s continue to look for ways to step up, lend a hand, and create a positive impact beyond our day-to-day. Together, we can achieve more.