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🎉 Leap Year Celebrations: The Ultimate Office Debate! 🎂📆 Hey everyone! Today, our office was buzzing with a hilariously heated debate that we just had to bring to you… 🎂 How do you celebrate a Leap Year birthday? 🤔 For those born on the elusive February 29th, the calendar leaves us in a bit of a pickle. Do you celebrate once every four years, making each one epic? Or pick February 28th or March 1st to keep the annual tradition alive? 🗓️ But wait, there’s a twist! Some suggested a two-day birthday bash spanning both dates, and then a blowout three-day extravaganza every Leap Year! 🎈🎉 This got us thinking... What about celebrating “house loves” (we assume “house anniversaries” or significant home-related milestones)? Should we skip marking these yearly milestones because the calendar can’t keep up? What’s your take? Are you a traditionalist, a leapling loyalist, or are you all in for maximizing the celebration no matter the date? 🏡🎂 Drop your thoughts, birthday hacks, and how you keep the party spirit alive, no matter what the calendar says. Let’s turn this debate into a celebration of creativity and fun! 🥳💬 #LeapYearDebate #OfficeFun #BirthdayCelebrations #PartyTime #LeapYearBirthdays @guildofpropertyprofessionals #sawbridgeworth #bishopsstortford #newhome #property #leapyear

New Year's is often celebrated in the company of loved ones 👨👩👧👦, emphasizing the importance of connection and shared experiences. It's a time to strengthen bonds and create lasting memories. Here are 🔟 activities and traditions to welcome the New Year with your Family (Part-1): 1️⃣ Family Vision Board: Encourage each family member to create a vision board outlining their goals and aspirations 💭 for the upcoming year. Display these boards in a common area as a source of inspiration. 2️⃣ New Year's Resolutions Discussion: Sit down as a family and discuss individual New Year's resolutions. Share goals 🎖 and discuss ways the family can support each other in achieving them. 3️⃣ Memory Lane Collage: Create a collage 📷 featuring memorable moments and achievements from the past year. Reflect on these moments together as you look forward ➡️ to the new year. 4️⃣ Time Capsule Tradition: Start a family time capsule tradition. Each member can contribute an item or a note 📄 reflecting their hopes and dreams for the coming year. Open the time capsule the following New Year's Eve 🎆. 5️⃣ Reflective Dinner Conversation: Enjoy a special New Year's Eve dinner together. During the meal 🍖, take turns sharing highlights, challenges, and lessons learned from the past year. These ideas can help create meaningful and memorable moments 💫 as you welcome the New Year together as a family. Needing extra help with the Cleaning and Maintenance of your HOME or OFFICE for the new year? Call us today and we’ll assist you with your cleaning needs 📱 0491 829 501. #activitiesandtraditionstowelcometheNewYearwithyourFamily #healthyenvironment #getfocusinwhatisimportant #reliableandprofessionals #cleaningserviceswestofmelbourne #redoakcleaning #homeclean #commercialcleaning #officecleaning

It's that time of year - Owen's workiversary is here! 🥳 Owen, your dedication is like that first cup of morning coffee - essential for our team's daily kickstart! ☕ Your infectious enthusiasm never fails to light up our workspace. 🌟 Let's all raise a virtual Dundie and toast to Owen's 1 year of awesomeness! 🏆 #Workiversary #TeamAppreciation #AccelerantResearch

After the chaos and joy of December’s festivities, January ‘tis the season for the postholiday blues. Shifting gear from leisurely mornings, gift exchanges, and celebratory toasts back to business meetings, tight deadlines, and stressful work culture can be a tough adjustment. However, you don’t need to return to work in despair. Instead, you can overcome the postholiday work slump with key insights from the science of motivation and the science of emotions. Consider these five proven strategies for a smoother return to work: https://lnkd.in/d9F-bg-y

As the festive lights 🎄 brighten our surroundings, I want to take a moment to express my appreciation to my LinkedIn family. Each of you has played a significant role in my journey this year, providing valuable insights and learning opportunities. This cozy, festive office scene 🖥️🔥 is a reflection of the warmth and wisdom that you have brought into my professional life. Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas! 🎅 May this holiday season fill your lives with joy, peace, and continued personal and professional growth. I look forward to more shared learnings and connections in the coming year. #MerryChristmas #LinkedInFamily #LearningJourney #ProfessionalGrowth #SeasonsGreetings"

What to Celebrate with Your Team: April Edition Wow, March was fast! To break up the monotony of daily life, we've gathered reasons to create memorable experiences with your team in April. Let’s seize the opportunities this month has to offer. • April Fool’s Day (April 1) — The day dedicated to tricks and fun. Get your best jokes ready for your teammates! • World Party Day (April 3) — A little party never killed nobody. Therefore, it's an ideal day to spend time with your team in a relaxed and informal setting. • World Health Day (April 7) — Prioritize health and well-being within your team by organizing activities around maintaining a healthy work-life balance and fostering a supportive environment. • Wear Your Pyjamas to Work Day (April 16) — Let's be honest, many of us have attended a Zoom meeting in our pajamas. So, instead of trying to hide this, we can embrace the trend and be more open with our colleagues, even offline. • World Day of Creativity and Innovation (April 21) — On this day, bring out your creativity and challenge yourself to think out of the box. Try out our different experiences on this day with your team and let your creativity flow. • Earth Day (April 22) — Show your commitment to sustainability and environmental consciousness by initiating eco-friendly initiatives or team-building activities that promote eco-awareness and conservation efforts. • Administrative Professionals' Day (April 27) — Take a moment to recognize and appreciate the indispensable contributions of your administrative staff who keep the gears of your organization turning smoothly. • International Dance Day (April 29) — Encourage your team to let loose and have some fun. Maramio can help you create memorable experiences for your team. Just take a look at our catalogue.

🌟 Celebrating Life's Milestones: More Than Just Business 💼✨ In the vibrant tapestry of life, every thread woven with moments of joy, triumphs, and celebrations is precious. As someone deeply committed to helping clients commemorate their most important moments, I want to address a common misconception: no, my business is not 'silly' or 'superfluous.' During the pandemic, California was the first state to close down to events and the last to reopen up, and businesses like mine, dedicated to orchestrating celebrations, were silenced. Yet, as we emerged from the shadows of the pandemic, the importance of celebrating happy moments has never been more evident. ✨ In-person connections matter. The laughter shared at a family gathering, the toasts raised in celebration of milestones and accomplishments, and the joy felt in the presence of loved ones — these are irreplaceable experiences. The value of connecting in person is undeniable. 🎉 Celebrations aren't frivolous; they're the glue that binds communities and families. They are the moments that create lasting memories, strengthen bonds, and remind us of the beauty inherent in our shared human experiences. What is life if we do not celebrate it? My role goes beyond planning events; it's about crafting spaces for joy, fostering connections, and contributing to creating meaningful moments. 💡 So, here's to the belief that celebrating life's highlights isn't just a luxury — it's a necessity. It's a way of embracing the richness of our lives and creating a tapestry that tells a story of joy, resilience, growth, and love. Let's continue to champion the importance of coming together, in person, to celebrate the beauty of life. 🌈✨ #CelebrateLife #InPersonConnections #EventPlanning #Resilience #CaliforniaBusiness"

Each year, Family Fun Month is celebrated throughout the month of August. It’s a wonderful reminder for all of us to pause, slow down, and be fully present with our loved ones. This August, my family is making a conscious effort to embrace Family Fun Month. Turning off our phones and truly being in the moment allows us to create lasting memories and strengthen our bonds. After all, the memories we create with our families are the greatest investments we can make. Here are a few ideas to make the most of Family Fun Month: 1. Outdoor Adventures: Whether it’s a hike in the mountains, a day at the beach, or a picnic in the park, spending time outdoors can be both refreshing and rejuvenating. Plus, it's a great way to enjoy nature and get some exercise together. 2. Cooking Together: Get everyone involved in the kitchen. Choose a recipe that everyone loves or try something new. Cooking together can be a great way to bond, and the end result is a delicious meal that you can all enjoy. 3. Family Movie Marathon: Pick a theme or a series and have a movie marathon. Prepare some popcorn, get cozy, and enjoy a movie night together. 4. Exploring Local Attractions: Visit local museums, zoos, or historical landmarks. Exploring your local area can be both educational and entertaining, offering a chance to learn and discover new things together. How are you planning to celebrate Family Fun Month? Share your ideas and let’s inspire each other to make this August unforgettable! #FamilyFunMonth #QualityTime #MakingMemories #InvestInLovedOnes

Happy Independence Day! Let us rejoice in that spirit of freedom and run after our happiness, both in work life and personal, in the pursuit of happiness. How are you celebrating this 4th of July? Share your festive plans below! #4thofJuly #IndependenceDay #Celebration #AccountingCommunity #FinanceCommunity #WorkLifeBalance #BenchmarkSearch #DFWJobs

Happy #FancyFriday, friends! This week, I’m excited for a non-work activity! Now that my nephews and niece are old enough, for each of their birthdays, they get to pick an Uncle Day. Today is Uncle Day with my middle nephew and I couldn’t be more excited. The concept is simple: rather than gifting them some toys or clothing that they’ll either grow out of or be bored with every year, they get to pick a day where I will pick them up and they can choose 1- A place for us to go to lunch; 2- an afternoon activity (like going to a trampoline park or an escape room), and 3- A place for us to eat dinner together. It’s become a great bonding activity with them, and creates the opportunity for us to connect differently than if I were just coming to watch them play a sport or having dinner with the bigger family. If you want a work parallel, the effectiveness of this tradition can be replicated within the teams you lead. People act & speak differently in different scenarios. Many of our colleagues are more measured in the group setting. We get to see a different side of them one-on-one. Additionally, shared experiences are shown to bond team members more than just good pay and a fun office culture. Create memorable moments with unique teams activities, both in the larger group and one-on-one. You will see a different side of your team and have an opportunity to build stronger relationships along the way!