by Kirby Hasseman
Most of us have no problem getting up for the “big day.” I mean, it’s the big day, after all. Whether it’s a big meeting, a big game or a big presentation, we are able to show up with our best. We relish it! I would hope so. Showing up when it “really matters” is sort of a baseline for success. But what do you do the next day? The lights are not shining. The music is not playing. The boss is not looking. What do you do then? When the alarm goes off the next morning, you will be sore and tired. You just put in a big day. On “the next day” the most successful people in life get up…and start to create the next big day. As a quick side note, thanks so much to everyone who attended our Hasseman Trade Show. We really appreciate you. Make sure you never miss an update. Sign up for our VIP newsletter below!
by Kirby Hasseman
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Mead The morning started like any other. I went through my morning routines (coffee, workout, and content) and took a moment to look at my calendar for the day. Quickly I was reminded of a morning event that I was scheduled to attend. My initial reaction was to be annoyed. It was, of course, throwing off my routine. My comfort zone was being interrupted and challenged. But I decided to “suck it up” and honor the early morning commitment. I was so glad I did. The event that morning was Manufacturing Day in Coshocton County (you can read about it here). Over 250 students gathered to learn about the many manufacturing jobs in the community. The mood in the room was festive and the energy was contagious. What really struck me was the group of people that worked to put on the event. The Coshocton County Chamber of Commerce sponsored the event in conjunction COTC, The Coshocton County Port Authority and Ohio Means Jobs. In addition, many local manufacturers sponsored the event as well. And though the financial support is amazing, I was most taken back by the excitement and energy in the room. These were people that were positive, excited and passionate. I left the event feeling energized myself. That’s what happens when you surround yourself with good people working toward a common goal. It has a tendency to lift you up. It excites you. It can often re-ignite a passion. The fact is, even the most passionate of us can lose our drive now and again. The quickest antidote I have found for frustration and boredom is to get around awesome people. On a related note, today is the Hasseman Marketing Trade show in Coshocton Ohio. Each year we fill up the largest venue in the community with some of our very best supplier partners and customers…and the energy is awesome. If you want to learn more about that event…click here. And if you want inspiration and motivation coming into your email box once a week, sign up for our VIP newsletter. You can do that below.
by Kirby Hasseman
I love to celebrate success. I mean, we ALL love to celebrate our own success. But one of the best things to do is to celebrate the success of others. Not only is it a good feeling, but for me, it’s also an indicator that I am in a good place. You see, it’s really hard to–sincerely–celebrate the success of others if you are jealous of them. I mean, you can put on “the face.” But it’s hard to be happy in your heart. When you are insecure, or frustrated, or angry, it’s tough to be elated when someone else seems to be out there killing it. It’s easy to be smiling on the outside, when your insides are screaming “why not me?” I understand. I actually think most people have had “that moment.” So don’t beat yourself up. It’s the reason you know you are in a good place when you see some good news and you say, “Wow, good for them,” and really mean it. But how do you get there? How do you go from a place where you want to scream, to a place where you are happy to see others succeed? I am hardly a licensed therapist…but here are a few thoughts that come to mind. Seek Out Reasons to be Grateful: Gratitude is the prescription for a Happy life. If you want to be in a better mood, have better relationships, and just live a fuller existence, consistently look for reasons to be grateful. You simply can’t be grateful and pissed at the same time. Can’t do it. When you are grateful you are much more likely to be happy for others. Seek Out Reasons to Celebrate Others: The simple act of seeking out reasons to celebrate others is powerful. What you put your attention on, you tend to find more of. If you continually look for things to celebrate you will find them. It’s like a muscle…work it. Seek Out People You Admire: It’s really easy to celebrate people you love and admire. As you seek out “things” to celebrate, look for people you WANT to celebrate. You will find those reasons quickly! And here’s the secret. The more you celebrate others, the more they want to celebrate you! P.S. Congrats to our great pals at Commonsku! They recently surpassed $500 Million in sales under the platform. They have created an amazing software. But more importantly, they are creating an amazing tribe. Well done! Make sure you never miss an update! We send out a weekly email to recap all of the content we create. Sign up for our VIP newsletter below!
by Kirby Hasseman
It’s time to bridge the Appreciation Gap. It’s time to tell our best customers, employees, board members (and others) how much we appreciate their time, effort and money that they give us! In short, it’s time to say “thank you.” This is the time of year to find those ideas…and we are here to help! That’s why we wrote this blog about 7 Spectacular gift ideas for the year end. These are sweet. On the other hand, not everyone has the same budget! So we want to give you options! With that in mind, here are some really cool branded merchandise items that are under $25! UL Persona Power Bank: Though you might be thinking that not everyone on your list is perfect for a tech gift, nearly everyone has a phone! And if you have a phone, you know the frustration of having it get low on battery. Here is how you swoop in to help! This cool looking power bank will charge their phone quickly and efficiently…and look cool in the process! iRock Elite Bluetooth Speaker: You can help your team keep the holidays festive with this bluetooth speaker! It’s small and cool looking with a good sound. In addition, it has a built in microphone so you can even take calls while using it. It’s perfect for that “business in the front, party in the back” kind of day! Pivot Stand Worklight: For the people on your list that love to “get work done,” this one is super functional. With a design that allows the light to be set up a different angles, this throws out a lot of light so you see it tight spaces. Urban Peak Quest 12 Can Cooler: If you want to give the people on your list something super functional AND fun, then this might be for you. The thicker inside liner is designed for longer lasting lift and more wear and tear (think better quality). Do you know anyone on your list that might need a cold beverage during the holidays? We do too. So that’s just a quick list of cool items under $25! Want more ideas? You can email your Hasseman Marketing rep! Don’t have one? No problem. Click here to find more “marketing joy.” Or click here and we can get you hooked up with someone right away. Finally, make sure you never miss an update. Sign up for our VIP newsletter right below!
by Kirby Hasseman
It’s hard to believe it’s nearly here! For over a decade, all of us at Hasseman Marketing have put on a show designed to entertain and amaze our customers and prospects. The idea is to create a place where some of our best suppliers can meet with our customers so they can get great ideas for their year end gifts…and plan for next year! As a matter of fact, here are is a blog we wrote with 4 reasons you should attend this year! And guess what? The event is this week! After months of talking about it and planning for it…it’s hard to believe! The theme this year is The Great Outdoors and the event is this Thursday October 11th from Noon to 5pm at the Lake Park Pavilion. Need directions? You can find info here. But what do you bring? We have a post about that too. Here are a few things to bring to the show to make sure it’s a success. Whether you are a customer or you are “just interested” in checking us out, this is a great event for you to attend. As we always say, we are throwing a party, so we want everyone to come! See you this Thursday! Make sure you never miss an update! You can follow us on Facebook. But one of the best ways is to sign up for our VIP newsletter. You can do that below!
