Do you know anybody who would benefit from hearing the Indistractable message? Well, now it’s more accessible than ever! My publisher, BenBella Books , is offering an incredible deal on both physical and digital copies of my book where I talk about: The root causes of distraction How to design a schedule that aligns with your values How to help your kids develop a healthy relationship with technology And more! I’ve included a link in the comments section! …see more

What makes for a quality friendship? Ohio University professor William Rawlins says that satisfying friendships need three things: “Somebody to talk to, someone to depend on, and someone to enjoy.” Finding someone to talk to, depend on, and enjoy often comes naturally when we’re young. But as we grow into adulthood, the model for how to maintain friendships is less clear. We graduate and go our separate ways, pursuing careers, and starting new lives miles apart from our best friends. Suddenly work obligations and ambitions take priority over having beers with buddies. If children enter the picture, exhilarating nights on the town become exhausted nights on the couch. Unfortunately, the less time we invest in people, the easier it is to make do without them, until one day it is too awkward to reconnect. The time we spend with our friends isn’t just pleasurable—it’s an investment in our future health and well-being. If we want to maintain our friendships, we have to make time for them! What are some ways you stay connected with your friends? And how has social distancing impacted your relationships? #Indistractable #Connection #Friendships #Health #Longevity #Wellness …see more

Indistractable OR Hooked? Which one would you click first? Giving a free Indistractable pin away if you reply below 👇 …see more

It’s difficult finding positive stories right now amidst the global pandemic. For many businesses, we have switched on the “bat-signal” and are hoping that someone is going to swoop in to save us. I have noticed many emerging positive stories linked to the “sharing economy”, where there is a greater sense of collaboration and consideration amongst businesses to help each other survive and potentially thrive in these tough times. In my latest article on the goodthingsguy.com platform, I focus in on a South African word “Ubuntu” which means “I am because we are” and share some positive stories coming out of my home country right now - stories of innovation, collaboration and perseverance! Check out my article “Embracing the Ubuntu economy to survive COVID-19” #innovation #business #southafrica https://lnkd.in/dH6d4yk Brent Lindeque …see more

There's always been a community and education component Since the humble beginning of SoGal. Last year, we created a home for our global community called @ SoGal Foundation , a sister entity to SoGal Ventures , and received the 501c3 status. This year, with the hard work of Elizabeth Galbut , Kelley Henry , Ann Drabick and Hannah Kate Kelley , we became the very selected few grantees of the prestigious Kauffman Foundation. It's a major milestone for our young foundation that's worth celebrating. With the grant, we are expanding from 40 to 80 global chapters, and putting on more meaningful programming for diverse entrepreneurs around the world. Thank you everyone for supporting, donating to, and investing in SoGal's mission! Together we will redefine the next generation of diverse entrepreneurs and investors. #community #sogalboss #womenentrepreneurs …see more

In my latest Forbes article, I share four questions to develop the crucial leadership skill in short supply. #leadership #career #EQ …see more

In my latest Forbes article, I share the one thing leaders can do to amplify their impact—and why so few do. (Hint: Gary Vaynerchuk is a master.) #leadership #career #socialmedia …see more

Academy award-winning producer Brian Grazer attributes much of his personal and professional success to his ability to establish genuine connections with just about anyone. His secret weapon? A rare commodity these days: eye contact. Here’s why you should practice it: It helps you be a more focused, active listener. When you stop multitasking, you’re free to look up and home in on those with you to actively listen, which fosters feelings of trust and respect. It encourages curiosity and deeper understanding. Allow natural curiosity to lead your conversations. Asking questions will foster a deeper understanding of and #connection with others. It signals that you’re interested and present for others. It’s only when we look someone in the eyes that we truly “see” them. This simple yet selfless act helps others feel respected and validated, and that they matter. It reminds you to be more mindful and aware of your situation. The kind of #communication that leads to meaningful connections requires being fully present and tuned in to others. It differentiates you in the best way. Try putting your phone away during every meeting, meal, and conversation. Your focus will shift to those you’re with, and you’ll immediately stand out for the positive. #leadership …see more

Woohoo! Excited to be speaking again at one of my favorite conferences in the world. If you're doing anything in social media, Social Media Marketing World is the top even to plan for. https://lnkd.in/esCPVYt Let me know if I'll be seeing you there. Would love to meet up in sunny San Diego! …see more

When I got my first internship in digital marketing 12 years ago, the first mailing list I joined (on the advice of Mark Delorey ) was MarketingProfs, owned by the great Ann Handley . This week I had the immense privilege of being interviewed by Kerry O'Shea Gorgone on the MarketingProfs podcast. It's so exciting to get to give back to the MP community since I've derived so much value from it for so long. I'd encourage you to have a listen if you're so inclined. It's about how #LinkedInAds are the B2B marketer's secret weapon: https://lnkd.in/g7fxEny Meanwhile, I'll be basking in some glory :) …see more

I’m speaking at INBOUND this year! Also in Boston for the first time. Let me know if you’re here, would love to meet up! #justQ 🖖🏽🖤 #inbound19 #inbound2019

Awesome Move from the Queen of Good Moves! Happy to have Serena Williams now officially becoming an active VC, investing in Female Founders & Minorities. #femaleleadership #femalefounders #femaleVC #womenleadership #femaleentrepreneurs …see more

Awesome article to read for any Product Owner, CEO, and Executive: "We have the luxury of working in an industry where there are endless opportunities and low-hanging fruit lying everywhere,” It’s extremely tempting to do it all. But ‘doing it all’ is as impossible as it is impractical, particularly when you’re building products. It's not just people who can lose focus — products can too." - Facebook VP of Product …see more

For Older People, Falls Are a Big Deal “The take-home message is that falls kill,” so people over 75 need to take extra care. A new study in JAMA, found that for people over 75, the rate of death from falls has risen. Doubled over the last 10 years . My Mom had a bad fall one night and broke her hip and thigh bone and it was the beginning of the end—while she recovered from the fall itself, she never walked again. There are many ways our older citizens can take care to prevent falls including, staying flexible, removing rugs and other ‘trip hazards,’ reduce sleeping medications and if needed, use a walking cane! (Why not—it’s makes a person look sophisticated!) …see more

Mount Sinai researchers just released a study indicating that consumer wearable devices can help flag new cases of COVID-19 prior to molecular diagnosis. They analyzed Mount Sinai Health System workers with an Apple Watch and a custom study app and found significant differences in a heart rate variability (HRV) metric during the seven days before a PCR COVID-19 diagnosis and the seven days after. While it could also indicate that other heart rate trackers are capable of the same feat, the study only had 297 participants so we cannot draw that conclusion yet. Yet it shows promise how wearable digital health devices could contribute to the early diagnosis of COVID. #applewatch #themedicalfuturist #digitalhealth #future #healthcare #medicine #technology #wearable #health #healthy …see more

Artificial Narrow Intelligence, Artificial General Intelligence, Artificial Superintelligence, Machine learning, Deep learning: I explain every concept around Artificial Intelligence in one minute. Game on! #machinelearning #deeplearning #artificialintelligence …see more

I find these curated lists so helpful, I hope you will find it useful too. 148 Startups Using Artificial Intelligence in Drug Discovery!

This news, reported below by the Financial Times and also carried by many other media outlets, and talk of Janet Yellen as the next US Treasury Secretary will both be well received by #markets .

The concept of "adjustment fatigue" is familiar to economists that have studied failed reform efforts in countries and companies. Per this article from The Wall Street Journal , it is now increasingly evident in the fight against Covid-19, with an interesting "compare and contrast." https://lnkd.in/giekEtr #economy #covid #covid19 #covid19economy #covid__19 #wsj …see more

Cute clip from a Season 2 episode of Madam Secretary — putting on a show at a negotiation for the TPP trade deal. #economy #trade #tpp …see more