Melynda Weaver’s Post

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Another great weekend of Game 7s, photo finishes and first time winners. Congrats to Lando Norris for his first ever F1 win and McLaren Racing for their first victory since 2012. And speaking of winners, let's nominate this week's winners of the Nice Guy and Gal Awards. Every Friday, I’ll share nominations for people who have been identified as nice guys (and gals). If you want to nominate someone, just shoot me a private message by 5:00 EST on Thursday. There are only 3 requirements: 1) you have to be connected to the person you nominate 2) you can only nominate one person per week 3) you can’t nominate yourself 😀   If you want to provide a brief reason for your selection, that’s great, but it’s not a requirement. Let’s recognize people who make a difference simply by being nice. Have a great day, everyone. https://lnkd.in/eCPZ9Bsf   #network #sportsbiz #people #niceguy #networking #sportsmarketing

Two records were set in the world of F1 at the weekend. 1. The longest time elapsed between a first and last pole position - 16 years and 41 days for Lewis Hamilton. 2. 12 straight wins in a row for one team - Red Bull. If you’re looking for a lesson in perseverance and consistency… … then look no further. So this week, how about taking a moment to question yourself about the following: - 1. Are you in it for the long term? 2. Do you talk to your customers about longevity in your relationship discussions? 3. How consistent are you with both your activities and results? #teamgoals #dedicationtoexcellence #consistencymatters

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Please read, and if possible like and share my latest #formula1 blog on the #monacogp and how Charles Leclerc finally became King of Monaco. #ferrari https://lnkd.in/enXHj_XF

Some of the most challenging times in my life have also turned out to be the most rewarding. Those moments showed me what I was capable of doing. I learned from the struggle and came out stronger on the other side. During high school, I ran cross country because I knew it would help me be more physically fit in preparation for my arrival at the Air Force Academy. The start of a cross country race is always exciting since everyone crams in together, trying to vie for a spot out front. As the starting gun sounded for our district finals, I sprinted to make my way through the maze of runners. Somewhere in the middle of the pack, another runner stepped on the back of my shoe, and it came off. 👟 I had a split-second of hesitation . . . do I stop and try to find my shoe in the chaos and then take the time to put it back on, or do I keep running? Stopping would take too much time. I kept running. I would run the entire race without a shoe. I didn’t win, but I still made pretty good time all things considered. That cross country race wasn't the hardest thing I've ever faced in my life, but it was certainly an early lesson in grit and determination. When faced with challenges, we must demonstrate grit, fortitude, and perseverance. When things don’t go our way, when times are tough, we must show up with our words and actions, making it clear we will face adversity and overcome challenges. We will get back up again when we get knocked down. #Motivation #Grit #FlyingInTheFaceOfFear

Quality begets quality, right? I've enjoyed MANY years of participating in golf's prestigious #FEDEXCUP, and congrats to @Victor Hovland For winning the tournament and taking home this award crafted by Tiffany & Co. It truly glistens in the light of a year's tournament play...proudly displayed at each preliminary event (set up in a shrine, of sorts). That's yet one more reminder that each stepping stone throughout the year (making the cut as they wind down the field) helps move you forward. Yet, even those who come from behind have the chance to win #1 from among the final 30 best...and that happened last week in Atlanta. Kinda reminds me of thought leadership and your quest to win that coveted new role. Lots of folks have stellar resumes, experience...but the VICTORY goes to the one who makes the best EFFORT to prove they are THE answer, THE solution. 1️⃣ So polish your presence. 2️⃣ Own your crown and the go-to thought leader in your niche. 3️⃣ Get crystal clear on why YOU ROCK and what makes YOU remarkable. 4️⃣ Articulate your value 5️⃣ Shine as THE SOLUTION to their challenges... How’s this working for you and your team? If not…. What's holding you back from YOUR crowning moment? #Golf #momentum #executivepresence #Thoughtleadership

Nothing tests a driver’s vision like the sheer speed and precision needed to race in Formula 1, and Shamir® has extended its Optical Performance Partnership with BWT Alpine F1® Team to learn from (and help) three of the best. None of the Alpine’s drivers (and reserve driver Jack Doohan) need corrective lenses yet (we checked), but we will be here if they do. Until then, they help us learn where three of the world’s best drivers look, why, for how long, while we improve the visual performance of the other 1,400 people in the team...And, of course, pass what we’ve learned on to everybody who wears Shamir lenses. #Shamir #Alpine #Alpine #DriverIntelligence

Yesterday, Lewis Hamilton made history by becoming the first F1 driver to win on any track nine times, extending his incredible F1 record to 104 race wins. If you caught the race, you probably felt a tug at your heartstrings watching his emotional celebration at the end. Who knew a multi-millionaire could be so relatable!? 🏎 In his post-race interview, Hamilton got real about "the constant challenge we all have to get out of bed every day and give our best shot." Now, I’m not saying recruitment is quite like driving a car at 200+ mph for 90 minutes, but the struggle is real! During the rollercoaster ride that is talent acquisition, whether you're in agency or in-house, it often feels like there are "so many times when you feel like your best shot is not good enough." But let's take a page from Lewis's playbook: stay resilient, keep pushing, and remember that even when things get tough, giving our best shot every day is what eventually leads to those big wins—whether it’s on the track or in the office! #talentacquisition #recruitment #f1 #resilience #mentalhealthawareness