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Note from Gillian: A Jolt of Optimism Can Turn Your World Around

In these challenging times where the excitement of launching a new product, the satisfaction in closing new channels of distribution, the discovery of a new idea that can improve soil health, can all seem dampened by the confusions swirling throughout the business world,

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Note from Gillian: Without Strategy, Your Future is Uncertain

By definition, the term STRATEGY is derived from the Greek words:

Strategos– which means “general or army leader;”
Stratos – which means “army”
Agein- which means “to lead.”

STRATEGY refers to a plan for the overall conduct of war or a sector of.

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Note from Gillian: Celebrating the Freedom to Succeed

As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, which states why the Thirteen Colonies regarded themselves as independent sovereign states no longer subject to British colonial rule, it is vital that we appreciate the freedoms afforded to each American.

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Note from Gillian: Once in a Blue Moon

Throughout history, the term “blue moon” implied that an event, opportunity, or even finding one’s soul mate happened only once in a blue moon. The term originated in the 16th century as ‘the Moon is Blue,” meaning something was impossible.

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Note from Gillian: Business Matters

It seems that the message of the day is that our businesses are either replaceable with AI, are some corporate monsters, or revenue sources for the taxman.

Nothing could be further from the truth.

Business is the core of every culture.

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Note from Gillian: Business IS a Marathon

As we traverse life, our lessons and increased knowledge can be acquired through caring parenting, traditional educational routes, mentorship, and on-the-job training, and often through life experiences that demand a fast solution unmet by all earlier training and education.

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Note from Gillian: The Art of the Message

In the 1920’s, Hershey created this tagline for their Reese’s cups: Made in Chocolate Town, so it must be Good.
In 1948, DeBeers placed its products in a unique sphere with the tagline “A diamond is forever.”
And thanks to Walt Disney,

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Note from Gillian: Business Rom Coms

It was exciting to walk among the various booths at the recent Specialty Food Show in San Diego, where many eager entrepreneurs shared their new products and stories, hoping for interest in their brands and support for their growth.

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Note from Gillian: Creating Futures

This past year has been a roller coaster ride for many, causing exhilaration on one side and angst on the other. The stock market continues to soar, with gold and silver reaching record prices, while tariffs alter the world of international trade.

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Note from Gillian: Evolving the Story of Thanksgiving

Throughout history, showing appreciation for a gift, whether an abundant harvest or a kind word, has been a stabilizing factor of a civilized culture. The Romans had their Ludi Cereales, or feasts in honor of the goddess Ceres,

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