grat·i·tude
ˈɡradəˌt(y)o͞od
noun
the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.
“she expressed her gratitude to her family, friends and clients who have become friends for their support”
synonyms: thankfulness, appreciation, praise

With Simplified’s one-year anniversary coming up on October 3rd, it warms my heart to reflect back on this incredible entrepreneurial journey – one which is so layered, complex and imperfectly beautiful. Thank to you my family, friends and clients who have become friends for all of your support in my Simplified journey – it means the world to me.

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Conferences and similar corporate events can be both stressful and daunting to plan. Simplified has learned over years of experience, that if you approach them in an organized and streamlined way, they are far less overwhelming to run properly. There are certain key elements of a conference that are vital, and to help you with that Simplified has curated a process-focused checklist for conference organizing. Having a checklist alongside you as you’re planning can keep Murphy’s law at bay!

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The National Association of Wedding Professionals (NAWP) Palm Beach Chapter is hosting the most fabulous (and FREE!) event for our membership drive – an epic Great Gatsby-themed membership drive! Calling all Wedding Professionals in the Palm Beach County and surrounding areas – this event will be so much fun, you won’t want to miss any of it! Get your networking and dancing shoes on with NAWP! Entertainment will be provided by All Access Band – one the best event bands in South Florida!

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Does updating your resume sound like a chore you just don’t have the energy to take care of after a long day at the office? Make sure to give it the time and energy that it deserves! Your resume (AKA your “CV”) is your most essential tool when searching for a new job or career. Your incredible qualifications or years of experience won’t get you anywhere if your resume is poorly formatted or haphazardly written. With a sub-par representation of your work-self, you’re going to endure some troubles getting the job you want (honestly, it may even impact your probability of getting an interview to begin with).

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“Preserving today and securing tomorrow from foundation to roof.” Furey Asset Services is a leader in the South Florida property preservation industry. Working with John Furey of Furey Asset Services, an American veteran and all around great guy, has been inspirational. As I continue my entrepreneurial journey with Simplified, I have the honor of getting to know and working with amazing people in different industries. I feel especially motivated when I meet a fellow local business owner whose passion for their business is as bright as mine. Furey Asset Services believes in quality, discipline and client-satisfaction.

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dōTERRA educator, Silver Leader and Simplified client, Sheryl Bialo, sat down with me recently to share her health journey and invite everyone to a festive and philanthropic evening benefiting 4KIDS of South Florida. Not only is this event heart-warming, but it’s also delightfully planned with wine, appetizers and stations to create your own essential oil blends. I’m honored to be a part of this charitable event and to share Sheryl’s health journey – hope to see you at the event!

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Hurricane season is upon us. Around this time of year, Business Continuity is a phrase that’s thrown around often, especially in South Florida given our annual (and lately very active) hurricane season. What does Business Continuity mean exactly? In brief, it is a plan that keeps your company prepared to continue performing essential business functions, even if a Category 5 is coming our way.

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No love taken away from the stock photography industry giants, but I think it’s important to feature the incredibly generous community of their complimentary counterparts! Free stock photography websites cultivate a beautiful melting pot of benefactor photographers who share their art with the world for free. Incredible, right? The ability to utilize those gratis images does wonders for your branding and your bottom line.

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It’s time to celebrate! Simplified client, Lawnette Lucille, is celebrating a massive milestone in launching new Personal Wardrobe Services! Given this occasion, I thought it would be fun to explore Lawnette’s creative mind and learn from her entrepreneurial journey in becoming a Wardrobe Stylist & Image Consultant. As a dear friend and fellow business owner, I am constantly in awe of her work ethic and how she combines her passions in such remarkable ways. Lawnette believes that fashion is one of the purest forms of self expression and it shows in not just her work, but her daily life as well. Now, this incredibly stylish CEO is eager to bring her sense of style to people’s everyday lives!

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Let’s be real when it comes to weddings. Is it a magical day? Of course. Are you the happiest you’ve ever felt? I certainly hope so. Is it likely one of the first massive purchases with your significant other? Absolutely yes! That’s a big deal in any relationship. Now, I’m definitely not trying to suck the romance out of the atmosphere, but I am offering a pragmatic take on wedding planning to help keep the costs at bay.

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