Hellenic Lessons: We Are What We Repeatedly Do

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“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” - Aristotle NEW ON THE BLOG When Humor is an Effective Tool in Crisis Communications Humor can be useful in crisis communications - but only in certain situations. In the Journal of Interactive Marketing, researchers defined two types of negative events: defensible and indefensible. They found that humor is only an effective tool in the context of defensible crises. Learn More CLIENT HIGHLIGHTS Sand Dunes Real Estate Nestled in the Meadows of Hammock Bay in Freeport, FL, this impeccably designed Randy Wise-built home boasts an open-concept layout, seamlessly connecting spacious living areas. The outdoor space is a true retreat with a wonderful ozone pool and spa with a pristine lakeside view, perfect for relaxation and entertainment. Hammock Bay offers the best amenities in Freeport, which is within a short drive to the gorgeous beaches of 30A in South Walton County. View Listing JC’s Gourmet Best of the Emerald Coast JC’s Gourmet is very proud to announce that its Chillin' Ceviche won first place in the Shrimp Dish category in the 2023 Best of the Emerald Coast! The owners, Jason and Julie Salinas, extend their thanks to and appreciation for their loyal supporters who voted for unique shrimp ceviche dish. View 2023 Winners New Partner Location Four of JC’s Gourmet products are now offered as burger toppings on the menu of Papa Surf Burger Bar, located on the iconic scenic highway 30A in South Walton. From classic cheeseburgers with a signature twist to inventive combinations featuring locally sourced ingredients, every burger is crafted with care and attention to detail. Learn More Slice of 30A Gourmet pizza and live music nights are now on Tuesdays from 5-7pm at Palm Holly Hard Seltzer’s Taproom at The District in Santa Rosa Beach. Don’t miss your opportunity to enjoy Slice of 30A’s delectable pizza, available for dine-in clientele, at the newest brewery in town! Stay Up-to-Date Robin’s Bikes & Fitness Specialized’s hard-to-come-by, high-end gravel model, the S-Works Diverge STR, is in the shop - but probably not for long! By suspending the rider (STR) - instead of the bike - with front and rear Future Shock technology, this model increases control and efficiency while decreasing fatigue. The Diverge STR, a model Robin rides in his gravel races, is also incredibly lightweight with a Rider-First Engineered Fact 11R Rigid Carbon Frame and designed with a 47c tire clearance for greater control over gravel. Contact the Shop Baird Dental Business Concepts Learn two fundamental steps your practice can implement to address your dental labor shortages and increasing overhead expenses to take your practice from simply surviving to thriving. Read the Article A Bold Leader Author, educator, soldier and nonprofit executive, Oak McCulloch, knows leadership. He also knows discipline. The man has kept a personal journal since fifth grade! Join TD Smyers and Oak for some golden leadership nuggets as they explore McCulloch’s flagship book, Your Leadership Legacy, in the latest No Clichés episode. Listen to the Podcast Dog-Harmony Answer Dog-Harmony’s five-minute survey, which concludes on November 1, for a chance to win one of four $50 gift cards! The brief survey will improve the non-profit’s community-focused programming and fundraising strategy in 2024 and beyond. Take the 5-Minute Survey UPCOMING EVENTS Fort Walton Beach, FL - Join Emerald Coast Public Relations Organization (ECPRO)’s next Lunch & Learn featuring guest speaker, Dr. Randy Bobbitt, on October 10 at 11:30 a.m. at the Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Bobbitt’s presentation, entitled “Public Relations Ethics: What You Do When No One is Watching,” will cover these five salient topics: Confidentiality between public relations representatives and their clients; Conflicts of interest; Gifts, treats, and favors to and from media representatives who cover your client or organization; Setting objectives and managing a client's expectations; and Truthfulness and accuracy in news releases and other materials After a 28-year career in teaching at University of West Florida, Dr. Bobbitt is now a freelance writer and author of college textbooks, and he teaches occasional non-credit courses for local colleges and nonprofit organizations. Get Tickets Pets & Pawrents Invited to Take a Bark Out of Crime at Dog-Harmony’s 8th Annual Barktoberfest Miramar Beach, FL - Dog-Harmony hosts the 8th Annual Barktoberfest, a canine-only trick-or-treating event, at Grand Park in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin on October 26 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. With a $15 donation (or $20 the day of), pets and pawrents, dressed as their favorite dynamic duo, can enter to win ghoulish prizes in a superhero-themed costume contest and receive professional photographs sponsored by Mills Photo Design. “Barktoberfest is my absolute favorite event of the year and I love seeing how creative the families are with their costumes,” says Dog-Harmony Founder, Nancy Bown, CPDT-KA. Two-legged participants will also enjoy Oktoberfest libations, gourmet appetizers from JC’s Gourmet, and a spooky silent auction. The proceeds from Barktoberfest support the non-profit’s bite prevention classes for children and canine therapy programs that provide comfort, affection and stress relief in hospitals for patients and staff. Dog-Harmony requests that prong, choke or shock collars are not used on pets at the event. Get Tickets Thanks for spending your time with us to catch-up on the latest ELEVATED NEWS. Until next month, Christie Solomon, MBA