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The importance of team bonding cannot be overstated. Especially when your team works virtually and across different countries ... Finding ways to connect is 🔑 because the more connected you are, the better you collaborate. So lately I've been using Confetti to organize virtual games for our team, like trivia and pictionary, and here's what I've learned so far: 1️⃣ It's easier to get to know each other better in a relaxed setting 2️⃣ A little friendly competition can boost morale 3️⃣ Team games help improve communication and trust Believe me, you will learn and appreciate more about each other after. Like who has hidden artistic skills or knows random facts like the first toy advertised on TV 😂 (Spoiler: it was Mr. Potato Head) ----------- What's your go-to team bonding activity? I need more ideas! #remotework #employeeengagement #breaktheice

Find out how leveraging the right technology can save you up to 22% in parcel spend. I will be moderating and hosting this LinkedIn Live event with Chad Beville, Co-Founder of Reveel, and Kathryn Small, Chief of Staff at White Labs Inc, on July 11th @ 1pm Eastern. You don't want to miss it! These industry experts will share and discuss shipping horror stories and their unintended consequences which = big losses $$$ 💸💸 Key takeaways: -Kathryn’s personal experience in shipping temperature-sensitive items -How to choose appropriate service levels to optimize for savings -How to leverage strong controls and fraud prevention to protect your business 😳 👉 Click on that "Attend" button! #letstalksupplychain #supplychainsolutions #supplychainoptimization #logistics #shipping

What are you doing at 1 p.m. today? Grab your lunch and join me, Kathryn Small, Chief of Staff at White Labs Inc, and Chad Beville, Co-Founder of Reveel, for a LIVE conversation on parcel efficiency. Kathryn and Chad are going to swap shipping horror stories and share how leveraging the right tech can save you up to 22% in parcel spend 😳 ----------- Drop your questions below and we'll try and answer them at the end! #supplychain #logistics #freeevent

Have you ever wondered how green trade policies are transforming industries? Or how AI is revolutionizing trade compliance? 🤖 Take a break from work and tune into this episode of Thoughts and Coffee with my guest Amy Morgan, VP, Head of Trade Compliance at Atlanta. We will be discussing how to navigate environmental regulations and AI to boost compliance and sustainability. What’s on the agenda? ✅ The dynamic landscape of green trade policies shaped by data ✅ How AI is revolutionizing trade compliance for all ✅ AI empowers shipments to speak for themselves, transforming logistics Bring your questions, coffee, and curiosity ☕ 👉 Click on that "Attend" button. For email reminders and post show recordings: https://lnkd.in/eU9WM2Eg Be sure to catch the replay if you aren't able to join us LIVE! YouTube: https://lnkd.in/ea9hwiKy LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/e7E4JzPk #thoughtsandcoffee #letstalksupplychain #greentrade #AI #sustainablitly #theblendedpledge #secretsocietyofsupplychain

I never thought I'd find myself in a wind tunnel 100 feet above the ground. But that's how I conquered one of my biggest fears: heights. Yes, indoor skydiving was a thrill-seeking adventure. But I realized after that it was also a metaphor for my entrepreneurial journey ... As a business owner, every day feels like stepping into that wind tunnel. The fear, the uncertainty, and the exhilarating rush of taking the leap are all too familiar. Being an entrepreneur means embracing the unknown, trusting your instincts, and diving headfirst into challenges. Just like skydiving, you prepare as much as you can, but the real growth happens when you step out of your comfort zone and take that plunge. And I'm damn proud that I did 💪🏻 Next step: Jumping out of a plane! ----------- What fears have you faced? How did it impact your personal or professional life? Let's inspire each other to keep taking those leaps 👇🏻 #skydiving #nofear #personalgrowth

Every year U.S. businesses lose an average of $300K to invoice fraud. And the culprit is often bad supplier data ... This is becoming a major issue, especially in larger organizations. Here's a few reasons why: 1️⃣ 𝐈𝐧𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚: Manual data entries and updates are prone to human error (that's just a fact) 2️⃣ 𝐋𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭: Without clear visibility over the data, you won't be able to spot red flags 3️⃣ 𝐈𝐓 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬: Using multiple systems can lead to multiple supplier profiles We can't overlook how supplier data is managed. Period. Just this week, I sat down with Ryan Walicki, Co-Founder and CEO of RELISH, and Matt Montgomery, Senior Director of Product Marketing at SAP, and they told me about a customer who almost lost $2.1 million to invoice fraud! You have to hear the full story, but thanks to their revalidation process they noticed someone changed the bank account information in the supplier profile to their own 😅 Crazy, right? Needless to say, Ryan and Matt have witnessed the risks of data mismanagement firsthand and were gracious enough to share their insights on how you can identify and prevent it. Trust me, you'll want to listen to this ep now or save for later. ----------- What's one of the biggest challenges you're currently facing with supplier data management? I want to talk about it 👇🏻 #supplychain #datamanagement #fraud

Companies are facing a “new normal” in the supply chain world… how challenging is it? 🤔 Pop into this episode of Thoughts and Coffee with my guest Eric Johnson (from our show Logtech Live) as we dive into new tariffs, regulations, and even why railway workers are going on strike! 🚆 Also, get inspired by Dole’s mission to create a zero-waste supply chain and tackle food insecurity for the unhoused. 🌱🍍 Bring lots of questions and don’t miss out! Click on that "Attend" button. If you can't make it LIVE.. Be sure to catch the replay! YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gSNyqKDA LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/e7E4JzPk Email Reminders and post-show recording: https://lnkd.in/eU9WM2Eg #thoughtsandcoffee #letstalksupplychain #supplychain #shipping #secretsocietyofsupplychain

Most people don’t know this about me, but… I'm a gamer 🎮 Yes, the same woman who talks about supply chain by day is also helping Mario save Prince Peach by night. Growing up, arcades and video games were my escape. They transported me to worlds where I could be myself, away from the stress of school and home. Even now, amidst all the craziness of life, I find time for gaming. My Nintendo Switch is my travel companion - it helps me relax and forces me to take a break from checking emails. But here's the reason I'm sharing this with you ... I've learned that finding a hobby that embraces your inner child, will help you find SO much joy (trust me 😉). ----------- Any other fellow gamers out there?! #nationalvideogameday #hobbies #joy

Let's be honest, making new friends is HARD. And maintaining friendships is even harder. Especially as you get older ... But I want to tell you about my grandmother Lesley's best friend, Sheila. At first Sheila was just the "friendly neighbor" in their community, but they eventually became lifelong friends. After my grandad passed away, Lesley continued to live in that house for almost 19 years. She was adamant about staying until the very end and Sheila made damn sure of it. Even during the pandemic, Sheila would come over and keep her company. They'd have tea together, go shopping, and laugh uncontrollably. It was tough being 3,000 miles away in Canada while Lesley was living alone in England, but knowing Sheila was there made it easier. It's been three years since Lesley left us, and Sheila still visits her grave with fresh flowers in hand. Every time I hear from Sheila, I remember that it's never too late (and we're never too old) to make new friends. So I hope that someday we all find the Sheila to our Lesley ❤ #friendship #lifelessons #grateful

Millions of products are being denied entry because of new data requirements, and not knowing about these changes could cost you significantly! Come and join me and my guest, Patricia Jurewicz, Founder and CEO of Responsible Sourcing Network (RSN), to learn how the supply chain and entire industries are more fragile than we might think… -AND- How to effectively navigate these new regulations that, more than likely, affect you and your business. Stay ahead of the curve and ensure that you’re ‘in the know’. 🧠 Bring lots of questions and don’t miss out! Click on that "Attend" button. For email reminders and post show recordings: https://lnkd.in/eU9WM2Eg Be sure to catch the replay if you aren't able to join us LIVE! YouTube:https://lnkd.in/gSNyqKDA LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/e7E4JzPk #thoughtsandcoffee #letstalksupplychain #theblendedpledge #secretsocietyofsupplychain