Bluelight’s Post

Make the time to celebrate relationships - not just the business ones. I've heard from a lot of busy friends, lately; juggling commitments as part of the sandwich generation. It's made me conscious that celebrating milestones beyond business achievements, like wedding anniversaries, is essential for acknowledging the relational fabric woven into our professional lives. Not my usual positioning. Relationships, whether personal or professional, require nurturing and acknowledgment to thrive. While the workplace often emphasizes goals and results, and in this economically disruptive climate can take precedence, it's equally important to recognize the human connections that underpin success. Acknowledging anniversaries isn't just about marking time; it's about honouring the journey and effort invested in nurturing a partnership. It's a reminder that amidst deadlines and projects, there's value in pausing to celebrate shared experiences and achievements. In a world where individual aspirations can sometimes diverge, commemorating anniversaries serves as a symbol of unity and commitment. It's a testament to the willingness to support each other's passions and interests, even if they differ from our own (I'm so not into the Grand Prix 🏎 , but watching - and typing😼). Ultimately, celebrating non-business milestones fosters appreciation and camaraderie, strengthening bonds that transcend the confines of the workplace. So, whether it's raising a toast to years of teamwork or simply sharing a moment of gratitude, embracing these moments enriches both professional and personal lives. Enjoy time with those that matter most to you. 💙

It's funny how changing one word changes an entire conversation. On friday we had our usual 2pm company wide catch up over teams with the whole company. Historically the question is asked around the room "what's your win for the week and what's on for the weekend?" but this week I changed it up while Iain Enticott is on his 7 week leave living his best life and I asked the team "what's something your grateful for this week and what's on for the weekend?" Initially everyone was thrown and not sure how to answer so i jumped in first and talked about how i was grateful for Cara who is our receptionist because this week was madly hectic and she is the first line in the company answering calls which means sometimes people are happy and sometimes not so much and she bears that for everyone and continues to always have a sunny disposition. What happened next was something great to see as we went round the room, instead of the usual win we got deeper and we said things we were grateful for in the company and the people who we work with to make our week better. You could see and feel the shift in room as people opened up and expressed themselves in a different way to what they were used to. One word made a profound difference to the entire conversation. So try it out. Change your words. Ask things in that slightly different way and see what results you get. What are you grateful for this week? #GratitudeAtWork #TeamAppreciation #PositiveWorkplace #CompanyCulture #EmployeeGratitude #WorkplaceWellness #MindfulLeadership #GratefulFriday #TeamConnection #ReflectiveQuestioning

🙏 Thank you to the wonderful #leadership team at Britton and Time Solicitors for my TWO awards! 🎉 Since joining in late August, it's been an incredible journey contributing to our company's #growth and transformation. Our headcount has grown by 87% and here are some highlights of our achievements in that time: 1️⃣ Enhanced our employer branding strategy to change the way we attract, recruit and retain #talent and brought our recruitment in-house. 2️⃣ Implemented #LinkedInRecruiter and #LinkedInLearning. 3️⃣ Developed our Mental Health First Aid (#MHFA) training strategy. 4️⃣ Launched a new management #apprenticeship programme. 🚀 5️⃣ Enhanced our overall employee benefit package with medical cover, enhanced holiday, birthdays off and a death in service scheme. With plenty of new and exciting benefits and perks soon to come! 🤐 6️⃣ Established learning paths within our online learning platform. 7️⃣ Streamlined onboarding and exit procedures, recruitment, expenses and payroll processes. 8️⃣ Pioneered internal career pathways to foster growth and development. I am excited to continue contributing to our company's success and growth! 📈Who knows where we will be in another 6 months?! Watch this space! 👀 #employeerecognition | #brittontime | #talentmanagement| #employerbranding

We celebrate the hard work and incredible impact of our Canopy moms this Mother’s Day and all year through. “Too often we talk about work and life as separate and that’s why the word career never meant much – for me, it’s all the same road.” –Ara Katz, co-founder and CMO at SpringNYC #ConsultingExpert #ConsultingServices #ConsultingFirm #DenverBusiness #CanopyAdvisoryGroup

So honored and grateful to work at such a life-changing organization.

Kindness, inclusivity, and diversity are essential to the success of Kaufman Rossin. In this video our team members share their unique experiences and the sense of belonging they've found within our company. Our people-first approach allows employees to excel in their careers without losing sight of who they are as individuals. Watch here to learn more: https://okt.to/jmGYxz

Reflecting on Journeys: A Farewell Today marked the final chapter for a dear colleague, who shared tales of their professional expedition – a journey marked by growth, learning, and the warmth of a supportive workplace. As we listened to stories of camaraderie and the invaluable lessons imbibed, it underscored the essence of a workplace that fosters both professional and personal development. In the midst of farewells, a senior colleague stirred our collective aspirations. Addressing me directly, he envisioned a future triumph: "Arjun, picture this – the day you conquer the UPSC exam. That moment will etch itself in our memories forever. Imagine an IAS or IPS officer from our midst; it'll be a moment of profound pride for us all." These words resonate as more than encouragement; they encapsulate a workplace that not only celebrates present achievements but actively nurtures dreams for the future. Here's to the departing colleague, the shared stories, and the anticipation of the incredible journeys yet to unfold. 🚀 #Farewell #ProfessionalGrowth #CareerJourney #FutureLeadership #DreamBig #SupportiveWorkplace #proudmoments

We're hosting our very own Affinity Trust Star Awards this week 🌟 There are so many incredible team members who embody our values and deliver exceptional support, so here's our opportunity to celebrate them. This year, we're introducing six new categories👇 🔹 Your Life Your Way – people who listen, learn, and build on the strengths of the people we support to deliver high-quality person-centred outcomes. They support and encourage growth, independence, and empowerment of others. 🔹 Giving Our Best – people who take responsibility and go above and beyond to achieve great things. They consistently aim for the highest quality and set a positive example for others to follow. 🔹 Working Together – people who are open, trustworthy and work collaboratively with others to the benefit of others. They promote inclusivity and embrace different perspectives to create a welcoming environment. 🔹 Having Courage – people who have been creative, tried new things, and adapted well to change. 🔹 Making it Possible – Teams who live our values and represent the best of Affinity Trust. 🔹 People at the Heart – nominations from people we support and their families. We're so excited to celebrate those who make a difference. Sarah Wight Andrew B.

Do you have inside jokes with your team that you associate with celebratory memories? 👋 This weekend, between numerous birthdays, work anniversaries, and MLK Jr Day, Mitch came out to jump on my waters, coffees, and any other beverages consumed to celebrate. Why? It started with a late day of corporate team bonding during our 2021 annual internal conference for iCG Pay That trip to South Seas we collaborated in planning sessions, listened to one another’s department achievements, goals, and blockers, and played in a high energy scavenger hunt that turned colleagues into friendships. (Some highlights of the game made our YouTube channel if you want to see the comments. 😉) Telling this little person’s story makes me smile because it draws memories when our team started gaining momentum in revenue, clients, and team members. At this event, we celebrated our first year of three in a row as an #Inc5000 Fastest Growing Company. 🙌 In all the chaos of COVID, we were blessed to add to our core team who had laid the foundation of an encouraging and supportive company culture. They added good people who supported our values to #workhardplayhard and #leadbyserving 🌸 Going forward, they became the “OG”, a mix of about 20ish stateside a few global professionals, eagerly bonded to make work fun while serving businesses with the #digital solutions we truly believe will empower their success in the payment revolution. Mitch wasn’t at the party then. Actually, he was a figment of our imagination 😂 …So was Ryan, Brad, and a handful of other notable names of little people who give the OG team a giggle when they see them sitting on a beverage during corporate meet ups and conferences. A “had to be there” kind of moment. Even while the next year’s strategic hires, “OG to the second power,” and every new team member afterwards may not get the joke, they buy in to the celebratory #companyculture. Because of the foundation of good people with good values, we’ve not only been able to meet some business goals together but we’ve had fun along the way, too. Our team buys in to celebrating. This year, the groundwork is laid to enhance the technology and grow exponentially to give another opportunity to break out the little people. Mitch will come along for the adventure and many more with the #estesclan. We have much to be thankful for and celebrate. Whatever your journey…Don’t you have moments to celebrate, too?

We're proud of the work we're doing here - BUT, there's a lot more to be done. Benchmarking and connecting is paramount - it's the purpose of these awards. -Milspouses are still underutilized, underemployed and often challenged to find a reasonable career option. -Guard/Reserve are still underutilized, un-connected in some cases, and better benefits/practices are often hard to push. -Skillbridge and similar programs are often being improperly employed, causing multiple transitions for service members. - Finally, many organizations don't realize the massive bottom line impacts of having a successful, well-oiled program. It's more than "nice to have". It's great for business and people. Congratulations to all of the companies who've been recognized by the VETS Indexes awards that were recently released. Cushman & Wakefield has ranked 5 Star for the 2nd consecutive year. We're only able to do this with the hard work of so many alongside us. But there's more to be done. Bruce Mosler | Richard Cenkus | Jamie McCall | Billy Flagg | Eric Kirchhoefer | Chad Love | Catherine Kabaj | Jonathan Luttwak | James Cassidy | Kandi Tillman |