“Toot your own horn because no one else will.”
My Mom told me once, “Toot your own horn because no one else will.” In other words, it’s okay to talk about your own accomplishments and brag a little.
It was good advice in life and in business. I talked my way into a pitching spot on my Little League team because I told the coach, “You know those other guys might throw harder, but I throw strikes.”
Never be ashamed to share your accomplishments and strengths. Embrace the things that put you in the best light and then tell the world. If you’re worried about someone else that thinks you’re bragging…don’t. They’re not going to be your champion anyway.
If you’re writing a resume or filling out your LinkedIn profile, it’s ok to “toot your own horn a little.” If you’re trying to win something – a job, a contest, a contract, or even an argument – let me know you’re really, really good.
I’m very proud of my son Jack who made the Dean’s List last semester at JMU. He did it with hard work, but he just missed the President’s List (All A’s, but because of one B+). He took my advice and spoke to his professor this semester. He detailed that 50% of the grade was based on a group project, but he led the project and worked harder than the others in the group. The professor was convinced and bumped the grade. Now we both get to brag a bit after he’s named to the President’s List.
Speaking of bragging a little bit, indulge me for a moment. The cool kids at Madison+Main accomplished something BIG this week: We earned eight Telly Awards. EIGHT. We won 4 for Holiday Barn, 3 for Virginia’s Office of The Attorney General and one for Realo Drugs. Check out the award-winning work below!
Bold Brands Win. Part of that means tooting your own horn.
You can watch every one of our 2024 Telly Award Winners, here:
M+M’s 2024 Telly Award Winners
GOLD
- Use of Comedy – Social Video | Holiday Barn Pet Resorts – The Real Housetrained Pets of Holiday Barn Pet Resorts
SILVER
- General – Regional TV | Virginia’s Office of the Attorney General – Ceasefire Virginia: It’s Not A Game
- General – Social Video | Holiday Barn Pet Resorts – The Real Housetrained Pets of Holiday Barn Pet Resorts
- General – Retail & Specialty Store | Realo Drugs – Pop Up Pharmacist
- General – Social Impact | Virginia’s Office of the Attorney General – Ceasefire Virginia: It’s Not A Game
- General – Public Service & PSA | Virginia’s Office of the Attorney General – Ceasefire Virginia: It’s Not A Game
- General – Pets & Animals | Holiday Barn Pet Resorts – The Real Housetrained Pets of Holiday Barn Pet Resorts
BRONZE
- Products & Services | Holiday Barn Pet Resorts – The Real Housetrained Pets of Holiday Barn Pet Resorts
MONDAY:
SAMUEL’S 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
This week we celebrated the one and only Samuel Nfor’s 1 year anniversary! Samuel is known for his calming voice and even keel around the office on top of being an all-star Account Executive. We are so thankful to have him on our team and look forward to more anniversaries to come.
TUESDAY:
AJ’s PROMOTION/ 3 YR ANNIVERSARY!
It’s a big week for anniversaries! We also celebrated AJ’s 3rd anniversary AND their promotion to Senior Graphic Designer. AJ’s talent as a designer and energy around the office is second to none. We are so proud of AJ and can’t wait to celebrate all of the success to come.
WEDNESDAY:
A REAL LIFE NIGHT OUT
Madison+Main VP Leanne Pillow and her Husband Patrick attended the “Portraits of Hope” fundraiser Gala for Real Life. Real Life is a community partner of our clients at the Office of the Attorney General in their Ceasefire Virginia initiative, Hopewell, Petersburg and Richmond with Ceasefire, and tangentially with One Pill Can Kill.
REAL LIFE’s mission is to provide comprehensive support to those overcoming substance abuse, homelessness, and incarceration and aligns perfectly with Leanne’s belief in the power of second chances and community support, and we’re so proud to have had her representing us at this event!
THURSDAY:
OPCK MATERIALS
The One Pill Can Kill campaign here in Virginia is making it’s mark – and we’re getting to see more of our work in the wider community, including these handouts boosting awareness. Using hard-hitting messaging and creative visuals, we’re proud to be a part of combatting the fentanyl crisis in Virginia and keeping our communities safer.
FRIDAY:
MDW in RVA
Getting ready for a long holiday weekend in the River City? I joined my friend John Reid on WRVA to suggest some events other than your local bbq with friends or family. Friday Cheers on Brown’s Island is this evening, featuring “”””, for only $10 at the gate!
Saturday you can enjoy some A/C inside and delicious food out when you join for The Big-Ass Cookout at The Park, tickets are $15. At Main St. Station, you can join for SwapMeet RVA, with over 75 vendors! From vintage clothing to unique food, you can join for this unique flea market type event. 11-5
A FEW OF OUR FAVORITE EVENTS
HITTING CANCER BELOW THE BELT PRESENTS: BOXER BRIEF 5K RUN
Saturday, June 8, 2024
City Stadium: Home of the Richmond Kickers
3201 Maplewood Ave, Richmond VA 23221
The 12th annual Boxer Brief 5K – it’s time to sign up to run to save buns!
Organizations, let’s partner! HCB2 partnerships are mutually beneficial. Don’t miss the Run to Save Buns June 8, 2024!
What Can You Expect?
Richmond’s Boxer Brief 5K Run/Walk brings together colorectal cancer survivors, patients, family, friends, neighbors, and colleagues to energize efforts to prevent and defeat our country’s second cancer killer in men and women. Colorectal cancer is a preventable cancer and the proceeds support the work of Hitting Cancer Below the Belt (HCB2) to continue their screening and educational services.
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