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😂 See all March 2026 Thirsty Thursday jokes here.
✅ Today's Checklist:
The interview question most dread (and exactly what to say) The Google Calendar move that puts you back in control The "nice" behaviors quietly blocking your next promotion The tension point behind your ear you didn't know existed
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How to Answer "Why Are You Leaving?" Without Cringing or Oversharing
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Takeaways:
Every answer you give in an interview is being filtered through one question: "Is this person a risk?" Hiring managers are listening for how you talk about past teams, handle change, and whether you're likely to stick around and actually contribute. Frame your answer with appreciation and direction. Instead of "I hate my boss," try: "There's been a shift in leadership that's led me to explore new opportunities. I've really enjoyed my team, and it's pushed me to pursue this role." Position your move as growth, not escape. Instead of "I want more money," say: "I'm proud of what I've built, and I'm excited to take on more ownership and responsibility in a role as a Senior Editor."
Hear all the scripts on IG.
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The People Getting the Most Out of AI All Have One Thing in Common
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They know how to prompt. HubSpot's free guide gives you 100+ prompts built for real work situations so you can stop guessing and start getting results that actually save you time.
What's inside:
100+ copy-paste prompts for emails, content, data, support, and more 15+ real-world use cases broken down by role, yes, including yours 21 productivity tips so you're prompting with actual intention Clear fixes for the most common "why isn't this working?" moments
Save it, use it, become the most helpful person in the room.
👉 Grab it free here.
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Take Control of Your Calendar
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Takeaways:
Visibility creates control. Color-code your calendar by life categories so you can actually see where your time is going: work, personal, health, creative. It turns your schedule into something you can manage, not just react to. Plan your week with intention. In your weekly view, block time for specific tasks and meetings starting with what matters most. Urgent and important go first, everything else fits around it. Then, in the remaining open time slots, don't view those as "free time." These become "focus time" where real work happens. Treat them as non-negotiable focus sessions so you can actually move things forward.
Watch the tutorial on IG.
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Being "Easy to Work With" Isn't the Same as Being Promotable
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Takeaways:
Promotions aren't won on effort alone. Leaders look for signals of ownership, decision-making, and authority. If all they see is "always gets it done," that reads as reliable. Not ready for the next level. Constantly available, always agreeable, friction-free. It signals a lack of boundaries, not a high performer. Strong contributors push back, protect their time, and set clear expectations without over-explaining. The shift from dependable to promotable is about making your thinking visible, not just your output. Speak up in meetings, share ideas before they're fully baked, ask sharp questions, and own outcomes, not just tasks.
Read all 10 "nice behaviors" blocking your promotion.
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Your Next Move Deserves Better Than a Gut Feeling
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Something is shifting. Maybe you got the promotion and it still doesn't feel right. Maybe you've been in the same role long enough to know you've outgrown it. Maybe you're job searching and every opportunity looks fine on paper but nothing feels like a clear yes.
The self-story you're working from might be years out of date, and making a major career decision from an outdated picture of yourself is how people end up in the wrong next thing.
Pigment is a self-discovery assessment that gives you a current, structured picture of who you actually are professionally so your next move comes from self-knowledge instead of momentum or anxiety.
Here's what it maps:
How you actually process information and make decisions under pressure Where you naturally create the most value (not just where you're capable) What kind of work sustains your energy versus what quietly drains it over time
Most people change jobs when they needed to change the configuration. Or stay when they should've left. Pigment helps you figure out which one you're actually in.
👉 Take the Pigment assessment here.
P.S. Our whole content team took this assessment, and we're already using the results to reshape roles going into Q2.
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The Tension Point Behind Your Ear That's Affecting More Than You Realize
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Takeaways:
The area behind your ear is a key node in your facial lymphatic system. When it's congested or tight, it shows up as puffiness, reduced jaw definition, tension headaches, and facial asymmetry over time. Topical products can only go so far. Lymphatic flow is structural. A serum or gua sha can't fully address what's happening deeper in the system. A few minutes of targeted massage along this area helps release built-up tension and gets drainage moving again.
Get the tutorial on FB.
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Stuff We're Loving This Week
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👉 Get the essential 3-month checklist for new AI leaders at this free event on April 9. Register here
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🔄 The AI Workflow Automation Identifier
Paste your current workflow and get a clear blueprint for what to automate, what to keep manual, and exactly where to start.
📋 The Too Much On My Plate Prioritizer
Dump your entire task list and get back a clear breakdown of what to focus on, what to hand off, and what to drop this week.
📝 The Delegate This Translator
Turn your brain dump into a crisp, ready-to-send task brief your team can actually run with.
💰 The Paycheck Power Up
Prompts that help you quantify your wins, build your case, and walk into any salary conversation ready.
📅 The AI Meeting Prep Assistant
Paste your meeting agenda and walk in with the right questions, potential risks, and key insights — so you're never caught off guard.
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