The internet might be flooded with Mean Girls memes today, but Iβm flipping the script and making this Kind Girls Day (yes, you can sit with us).
Weβre all out here doing our best, and a little kindness goes a long way. β β Here are five simple ways you can support a small business, creator, or entrepreneur today:β β ββ’ Express your appreciation: If someoneβs content helped or interested you, tell them! Your message can make their day π«Ά
β’ Engage in their content: Like, comment, or share their posts with your network. Your engagement boosts visibility and encourages them to keep creating β¨ β ββ’ Leave a Review: Share your thoughts on their products, services, or podcasts to build social proof and attract new followers βοΈ β ββ’ Attend Their Events: Show up for their webinars, lives, or workshops. Youβll do a good deed and will probably learn something! π‘ β ββ’ Share Their Wins: Success isnβt limited. Cheer people on and celebrate their achievements with them π β And of course, when you can, buy their products or services π
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When was a time a companyβs kindness made you feel appreciated?
I hope you'll take a moment today to spread a little kindness!
Here's one more idea: support your local movie theater and go see Mean Girls today! It's back to celebrate its 20th anniversary π
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Letβs keep the kind vibes going! Last week, while in Spain for San SebastiΓ‘n Film Festival, Johnny Depp made a pit stop. He dressed up as Captain Jack Sparrow from Pirates of the Caribbean, and visited children in the hospital π₯Ή β
β Johnny Depp has done this before, visiting hospitals in Vancouver, Paris, London, Brisbane, and across the U.S. It's so beautiful to see celebrities use their influence to spread joy and create unforgettable memories.
Is there such a thing as an unselfish good deed? In this classic "Friends" episode, Phoebe argues that not all good deeds come with personal satisfaction, trying to prove Joey wrong. β
But Joey might have a point! Research shows that acts of kindness trigger a "helper's high," similar to a runner's high, activating the brain's reward centers.
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Introduced in the 1980s, this concept has been backed by studies linking kindness to major benefits like better health, reduced stress, and improved mood β¨β β I love when brands weave kindness into their strategy through "surprise and delight". Setting aside funds for thoughtful gifts, cool merch, or surprise experiences can create special moments that boost customer loyalty.
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These little acts of kindness also encourage positive word-of-mouth. Itβs proof that good deeds = good business!
Are you on the job hunt? Today, weβre highlighting YentaList, a free job board generously curated by Olivia Dreizen Howell, founder of Fresh Starts Registry. Olivia kindly compiles marketing, content, and other job opportunities every day!
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If you're looking for a new role or know someone who is, check it out or pass it along to someone who could benefit from her kindness.
