AWARD APPLICATIONS

Can You Win an Award During a Business Pivot or Downturn?

Heather Marano July 29, 2025 9:00 am It’s easy to assume business awards are for businesses at their peak, booming, stable, growing year-on-year. But that assumption misses the point. Some of the most powerful award-winning stories don’t come from periods of ease, they come from moments of change. Whether you’re pivoting, rebuilding, or navigating uncertain

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How to Turn Community Work into Recognition That Builds Your Brand

Heather Marano July 22, 2025 9:00 am When businesses talk about impact, it’s usually measured in commercial terms; growth, revenue, innovation, reach. But some of the most powerful work you do might not appear on your balance sheet. It lives in your community impact. The local initiative you supported, the mentorship program you quietly run,

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If You Hate Writing About Yourself, Read This

Heather Marano July 15, 2025 9:00 am For many business leaders, there’s one task that feels more painful than public speaking or back-to-back meetings: writing about themselves. You’re not alone if you feel uncomfortable talking about your achievements. Whether it’s preparing for a business award submission, updating your bio, or writing a thought leadership piece,

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