Debbie Laskey's Blog

Welcome to Debbie Laskey's insights and commentary about BRANDING, MARKETING, LEADERSHIP, SOCIAL MEDIA, EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT, and CUSTOMER EXPERIENCES. Debbie has worked in high-tech, the Consumer Marketing Department at Disneyland Paris in France, nonprofits, and insurance. Expertise includes strategic planning, brand development, marketing plans and audits, competitive positioning, websites, communications, public relations, employee engagement, customer experiences, and social media marketing.

Monday, September 28, 2026

FALL BACK TO READING SERIES 2026 featuring Erika Andersen

Following in the footsteps of eight previous series where thought leaders responded to questions on my blog over the last several years to discuss leadership, marketing, reading, and the Olympics, I'm thrilled to announce that it's time for my 9th series!

During the Fall season (each Monday from September 28th through December 20th), I'm welcoming a dozen thought leaders to share their insights about reading, books, personal branding, and leadership. Today, Erika Andersen, a leadership expert and author is my featured expert. I've had the pleasure of knowing Erika for more than 15 years (we met on Twitter), and drumroll please, today's Q&A will be her 15th appearance on my blog. Her book, "Being Strategic: Plan for Success, Out-Think Your Competitors, Stay Ahead of Change" is one of my favorite business books of all-time; and one of her posts for Forbes served as the inspiration for my Spring Leadership Series during 2025. Erika is the founding partner of Proteus, where she and her colleagues support leaders at all levels to get ready and stay ready to meet the future. She shares her insights through her books, speaking engagements, and social media activities; she's a popular leadership blogger at Forbes.com; she's the creator and host of the "Proteus Leader Show" podcast; and on an exciting personal note, she now calls Spain home.

Before we begin, I'd like to share my two favorite reading quotes to set the stage:

"If you give a person a book, you give him the world." ~New York Times bestselling author Kristin Harmel (from her work of historical fiction, "The Paris Daughter")

"For you unlock magic that is hidden within, and opening the cover is how you begin. Oh, all the worlds and the places you'll see; when you hold a book, you hold the key." ~Caroline Derlatka

And now, let's begin.

QUESTION: What was the last book (fiction or non-fiction) you read? What stood out as memorable, and would you recommend it?

ERIKA ANDERSEN: The last book I finished was Irene Vallejo's "El Infinito en un Junco: La Invencion de los Libros en el Mundo Antiguo. (Literally, "Infinity in a Reed: the Invention of Books in the Ancient World," though the English title is "Papyrus," which I find so much less evocative.)

Reading it was a marvel; it's now one of my favorite all-time books. I love Vallejo's writing, which includes incredibly deep and broad research, fascinating historical detail, wonderful threading together of distant past, recent past, and present – all in a lyrical, personal voice. And it's not just about books, but about how written languages, especially in book form, have been a core element of the development of the western world for the past ten thousand years. Every chapter was a treasure box of new knowledge, understanding, and insight.

It was also memorable for me, because it was the first book I've read that was written in Spanish. I've read a number of books translated from English into Spanish, but this was a distinctly different experience. In my opinion, Spanish is a much more poetic, evocative language, and it seems easier to blend fact and feeling. I read some of her sentences multiple times, just for the joy of it.

QUESTION: Which book (fiction or non-fiction) is on the top of your to-be-read pile (or first in your digital reader), and why?

ERIKA ANDERSEN: I've just started a series of books called "La Reconquista" (The Reconquest) by Isabel San Sebastien. They're historical novels dealing with the period of Spain's history from 722-1492, during which time Muslim invaders conquered much of Spain, and then, at the end of the 15th century, were driven out.

I'm reading the first one called "La Visigoda" (The Visigoth – but specifically, the female Visigoth). One unusual thing about this series that I'm really enjoying: it's told through the eyes of women. The 'visigoda' from the title is a women named Alana, born in 770, who lives a long and interesting life, caught up in the battles and events of her Spanish homeland of Asturias, which is where we now live. It's so engaging and fun reading about things that happened 1,200 years ago in the places I see and experience every day.

QUESTION: With all the streaming services available, many works of fiction are now adapted into films or TV series. During the last year, have you watched a film or TV show and been impressed and/or inspired by the adaptation? (If you haven't watched any adaptations, are you looking forward to any currently in the planning or production phases?)

ERIKA ANDERSEN: We just started watching the third season of "Silo," which was adapted from the three-book series by Hugh Howey originally called "The Wool Trilogy." It's remarkable, and all the key actors are very impressive – especially Rebecca Ferguson, who plays the main character of Juliette Nichols.

QUESTION: If you're a fan of the TED LASSO series on Apple TV, have you watched the new season (that returned on August 5th)? If yes, what stands out about Ted's leadership lessons or leadership style from the new season? Alternatively, if you're not a fan of the show or have not yet watched it, is there another CURRENT TV show that showcases inspiring leadership?

ERIKA ANDERSEN: We're huge Ted Lasso fans, and in fact, just rewatched the first three seasons to remind us of all the plot and character development - and also just because we wanted to watch it again! I can’t comment on Ted's fourth season leadership yet, but all the marvelous leadership lessons from the first three seasons are fresh in my mind. I especially loved the arc with Nathan Shelley. His leaving to become manager of West Ham out of misplaced negative emotions. Him trying to fit in with the soulless, Machiavellian culture fomented by Rupert. His gradual realization (with the help of his wonderful new girlfriend Jade) that he wasn't capable of becoming (and didn't want to become) the same kind of horrible 'leader' as Rupert. His returning to Richmond, with all the players and coaches both acknowledging his mistakes and completely forgiving and welcoming him. So satisfying.

QUESTION: Which author (either from history or currently writing) would you choose to have dinner with, and what would you discuss?

ERIKA ANDERSEN: I adore this question! I would love to dine with Shakespeare (assuming he really wrote his plays). And I would most like to find out who he was; what kind of a person and what experiences he had that allowed him to put into writing so eloquently so many core truths and insights about the human condition. We could spend a big chunk of the evening, for instance, digging into "This above all: to thine own self be true, and it must follow, as the night the day, thou canst not then be false to any man." When I encountered that line in my late teens, I realized it captured something I had already taken as a guiding principle for my life, and have tried to adhere to ever since.

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Introducing the #FallBacktoReadingSeries2026 on #DebbieLaskeysBlog

Following in the footsteps of eight previous series where thought leaders responded to questions on my blog over the last several years (starting with the most recent) in my #OlympicsLeadershipSeries2026, #FallBacktoReadingSeries2025, #SpringLeadershipSeries2025, #HolidayLeadershipSeries (2024), #PostElectionSeries (2024), #OlympicsLeadershipSeries (2024), #SpringLeadershipSeries (2024), and #FallBacktoReadingSeries (2023), I'm thrilled to announce my 9th series!

For the Fall season through December, I will welcome a dozen thought leaders to share their insights about reading, books, personal branding, and leadership. The #FallBacktoReadingSeries2026 will begin on Monday, September 28th, and will continue each Monday through October, November, and December with a final post on December 14th. The series recap will appear on December 20th.

Some of the most inspiring posts that have appeared on my blog over the years have been the ones that were part of my various series. So, to get ready for this series (as I've done in the past), I'll introduce the five questions for the series plus MY RESPONSES.

However, before we begin, I'd like to share my two favorite quotes about reading to set the stage:

"If you give a person a book, you give him the world." ~New York Times bestselling author Kristin Harmel (from her historical novel, "The Paris Daughter")

"For you unlock magic that is hidden within, and opening the cover is how you begin. Oh, all the worlds and the places you'll see; when you hold a book, you hold the key." ~Caroline Derlatka

And now, let's begin.

QUESTION: What was the last book (fiction or non-fiction) you read? What stood out as memorable, and would you recommend it?

DEBBIE LASKEY: While I read "The Lion Women of Tehran" by Marjan Kamali during the summer, I will never forget it and highly recommend it. A work of historical fiction, the themes centered around friendship, family, courage, and the fight for women's equality. In order to avoid any spoilers, I'm going to include two quotes about the book.

Fehmida Zakeer wrote, "At the heart of the narrative is the concept of "shir zan or lion women," women who fight in every way possible to create better lives for themselves despite the obstacles. This concept comes through in the stories of not only the main characters but also their mothers and friends - strong women from all sections of society who have had to fight battles and carve out acceptable spaces of life for themselves, sometimes making great personal sacrifices to ensure a better life for their children."

And from Readers with Wrinkles, "The Lion Women of Tehran reminds us that some friendships shape us so profoundly that they echo across decades, continents, and even betrayals. It's a story about becoming the women we're meant to be, even when history itself seems determined to stop us."

Lastly, Kamali eloquently summarized the importance of historical fiction in an interview about this book, "History shows us what happened, but fiction shows us HOW what happened makes people feel."

QUESTION: Which book (fiction or non-fiction) is on the top of your to-be-read pile (or first in your digital reader), and why?

DEBBIE LASKEY: There are two on top of my pile by two talented storytellers: "Meet Me in Paris" by Kristin Harmel and "The Parisian Heist" by Jo Piazza. Both include the city of Paris as a central theme of their stories, and since I've read and enjoyed several books by both authors, whenever they announce new books, their new books quickly move to the top of my to-be-read pile!

I agree with this explanation from Gilliam Writers Group, "Paris continues to enchant and inspire. The city's combination of modernity and tradition allows authors to weave narratives that feel both timeless and current."

DEBBIE LASKEY: During the last year, I watched two film adaptations that for the most part reflected the original books: "Remarkably Bright Creatures" by Shelby Van Pelt and "Where'd You Go, Bernadette" by Maria Semple. I also watched two TV series that did not live up to the quality of the original books: "Lessons in Chemistry" by Bonnie Garmus and "The Last Thing He Told Me" by Laura Dave. The "Reacher" TV series adaptation of Lee Child's books of the same name are excellent interpretations of the books due to the casting and quality of storytelling. Also, after reading and enjoying "The Correspondent" by Virginia Evans, I heard that it would be adapted into a film adaptation starring Jane Fonda in the main role of Sybil Van Antwerp; and after reading and enjoying the geo-political thriller "Cold Zero" by Brad Thor, I heard that a film adaptation is underway.

DEBBIE LASKEY: While I'm a fan of the "Ted Lasso" series, the fourth season has not yet concluded. So, I'll mention "THE PITT," which stands out not only among other medical dramas ("Grey's Anatomy," "Chicago Med," and "Doc,") but also dramas in other categories currently on television.

Two leadership lessons that appear consistently throughout all episodes include the following:

(1) BE OPEN TO LEARNING: As senior attending physician of a busy emergency department, Dr. Michael "Robby" Robinavitch, is at the top of the medical leadership ladder but also genuinely listens to his residents, nurses, and other staff. He sets an example for others to follow, and viewers watch as the people he has mentored take his leadership lessons with them as they continue in their careers.

(2) BE A TEAM PLAYER: Dr. Robby encourages teamwork in his emergency department. Shelby Stewart-Soldan described this leadership lesson best: "The residents, interns and attending physicians will often start on a case together, usually two to three of them at a time, depending on the severity of the case. Two heads are better than one, and working together as a team can help bounce ideas back and forth."

QUESTION: Which author (either from history or currently writing) would you choose to have dinner with, and what would you discuss?

DEBBIE LASKEY: No surprise...I would enjoy an evening spent with Kristin Harmel in Paris. Since many of her historical fiction books take place in Paris or elsewhere in France, we'd definitely dine at the Jules Verne restaurant on the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. I would ask what first attracted her to the genre of historical fiction, what her favorite books were as a child, what types of books she currently reads, what her writing process is - and, of course, what she plans to write next. I highly recommend that you check out her books!

As a reminder, my #FallBacktoReadingSeries2026 will appear on my blog every Monday beginning September 28th and will continue throughout the Fall ending on December 14th. A series recap will appear on December 20th. See you next Monday, and happy reading!

Saturday, September 19, 2026

Let's Celebrate BATMAN Today!

Have you ever wanted to be a superhero? Superman can fly through the sky and has X-ray vision. Wonder Woman is known for her strength and also has indestructible "Bracelets of Submission," the "Lasso of Truth" (which forces anyone bound by it to tell the truth), and her projectile tiara. Spider-Man can stick to walls while swinging or crawling.

But what about Batman? In 1939, writer Bill Finger and artist Bob Kane created Batman to capitalize on the popularity of Superman. They drew inspiration from fictional characters Sherlock Holmes and the Shadow. Unlike most superheroes, Batman does not possess any superpowers and, instead, relies on his intellect, fighting skills, and wealth.

Friday, September 18, 2026

Avoid Tall Poppy Syndrome on Global Company Culture Day

Do you know what today is? Created by the Global Company Culture Association in 2019 and observed every year on September 18th, Global Company Culture Day is a day for companies and leaders to focus on ensuring that their corporate culture functions in a way that, above all, maximizes the happiness of all employees.

According to Tercon Partners, "Culture is a company's personality. Culture defines the environment in which people work – the values, beliefs, behaviors, and underlying assumptions that drive every aspect of the organization's activities. Culture exists in all organizations, whether it is created through careful design or evolves organically."

But do you know one of the worst syndromes that can negatively impact corporate culture? Tall Poppy Syndrome can have long-lasting negative impacts on an organization's culture, and as a result, must be promptly dealt with and extinguished.

First, what is it? According to the Newport Institute, "Getting recognized for your accomplishments should be cause for celebration. So why does it sometimes feel like your successes have made you the target of criticism, gossip, or downright sabotage? You may be experiencing the social phenomenon known as "Tall Poppy Syndrome," which occurs when a person's success causes them to be attacked, resented, or criticized. Cutting people down devalues someone else's achievement by suggesting that they did not deserve the attention. And it can discourage them from striving for future achievements that would attract further attention to themselves."

According to Medical News Today, "Tall Poppy Syndrome refers to people wanting to "cut down" a person who stands out as a high achiever. The term references the image of a poppy that grows taller than the rest of the flowers in a field or garden. The term originated in ancient Rome when the tyrannical king, Tarquin the Proud, instructed his son to kill or remove all the most powerful men in an area that resisted his rule. The king demonstrated his wishes by cutting the heads off the tallest poppies in his garden."

TALL POPPY SYNDROME CAN INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING NEGATIVE BEHAVIORS DIRECTED AT HIGH-ACHIEVING INDIVIDUALS:
* ignoring, excluding, or silencing them
* mocking them
* bullying or cyberbullying them
* undermining them or their work
* taking credit for their work
* unfairly criticizing, berating, or disciplining them
* dismissing or downplaying their accomplishments
* gossiping about them
* being openly hostile toward them

FACTORS THAT MAY CONTRIBUTE TO THESE BEHAVIORS CAN BE DUE TO THE FOLLOWING:
* jealousy
* sexism and gender stereotypes
* racism
* competitiveness
* the culture of an organization
* a person's lack of confidence
* a person's lack of awareness

Rumeet Billan, CEO of Women of Influence+ and author of a 2023 study on the subject, said, "When ambitious workers find themselves in an environment where excelling is penalized, their productivity will be impacted, and they will have one foot out the door. This not only negatively impacts the individual, but the organization as well."

Monday, September 14, 2026

Let's Celebrate National Boss/Employee Exchange Day!

Do you know today's significance? If you're either a boss or an employee (and most of us are!), today's the day when you might have the opportunity to switch roles.

According to National Day Calendar, "Each year, on the Monday following Labor Day, National Boss/Employee Exchange Day offers an opportunity to see how the other half of a business works. While bosses and employees often have brainstorming sessions, exchanging positions provides insight into the business. When done with planning and communication, the exchange can lead to successful business solutions."

Recently, I read a post entitled "The Hidden Blessings of Bad Bosses" by Timothy R. McIlveene, and it's a timely article for discussion today.

McIlveene wrote, "Research shows my workplace experience isn’t unique — bad bosses are an epidemic. And they don't just derail careers. They can derail lives. Research from The Workforce Institute at UKG shows that managers influence employees' mental health as much as spouses or partners with 78 percent of workers saying poor leadership hurts performance, and 64 percent linking it to lower overall wellbeing. According to Gallup, half of the entire workforce has left jobs just to escape dismal management. A 2023 DDI Global Leadership Forecast indicated that the issue was even more widespread, finding 57 percent of employees have quit jobs directly because of bad managers. But paradoxically, as I discovered, bad bosses can also provide the shock that pushes us to grow."

(1) CONTRAST AND CLARITY:

A bad boss is a masterclass in what not to do. When you're led by someone who communicates poorly, takes credit for others' work, or fosters fear instead of trust, it becomes crystal clear what effective leadership looks like. You learn the value of listening, transparency, and accountability. Not because you read about them in a management book, but because you've lived through the consequences of their absence.

(2) CATALYST FOR CHANGE:

While good jobs make us comfortable, bad ones can make us courageous. Many professionals trace their most successful pivots such as launching a business, pursuing a degree, or moving into a new field to a period of workplace pain. Discomfort has a way of stripping away illusion. It clarifies priorities, accelerates decision-making, and reminds us that we are capable of more than survival. Sometimes the worst boss gives you the best reason to finally take a leap.

(3) CAPACITY AND RESILIENCE:

Surviving a bad boss is a crash course in emotional intelligence. You learn to manage frustration without letting it consume you, to assert boundaries without burning bridges, and to detach your self-worth from one person's opinion. You develop a thicker skin and increase your capacity for resilience. These lessons stay with you. There's also a quiet strength that comes from realizing you can endure something hard and still hold onto your integrity. That confidence becomes part of your professional DNA.

McIlveene's final thoughts were, "We tend to see bad bosses as career killers. In truth, they can be career catalysts. Their dysfunction can ignite clarity, courage, and resilience in ways comfort never could. That's the hidden blessing: they force you to decide who you want to become and what kind of life you refuse to settle for."

So, if you plan to switch roles today to celebrate Boss/Employee Exchange Day, I hope you're a good boss. But if not, remember the blessings of a bad boss.

Saturday, September 12, 2026

Does Your Brand Attract Brand Ambassadors?

Since a part of life is an overflowing email inbox, what can brands do to stand out so that their emails are opened?

I've shared a myriad of memorable email marketing campaigns here on my blog with subject lines ranging from "A Special Thank You Gift" to "We love your social profile!" to "Life is short. Buy the artwork" from an artist, to "Thank you for attending our musical, we want your feedback" sent within an hour of a show's ending from a theater, to a message from a wildlife conservation nonprofit "written by" William Shatner.

These emails stood out due to their subject lines, and as a result, I quickly opened them! However, for the hundreds, if not thousands, of other emails that find their way into my inbox, they are routinely ignored and/or deleted - except one.

Recently, I received an email from the kitchen accessories and cooking store brand Sur la table. Here was the subject line: "Be a Brand Ambassador. Cook. Share. Get Rewarded."

And here was the email's message:

"Calling all cooks and creators. Love creating food content? Apply to our brand ambassador program and earn up to 12 percent commission, gift cards, and exclusive opportunities with Sur la table.
Who You Are: You could spend an entire Saturday at Sur la table and not even notice; you love creating content almost as much as you love eating what you make; you have 500+ followers on Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube; and you're over 18 years old and based in the United States.
How It Works: Fill out your profile, tell us about your cooking style, the content you create, and the platforms you're active on. Post what you're making, share kitchen moments, review products, and take on weekly challenges. Every action you take earns points toward your next reward. Unlock rewards at every tier. Every milestone pays out: gift cards, a growing commission rate up to 12 percent, and new levels of access."

In addition, Sur la table will provide brand ambassadors with content ideas, brand guidelines, approved hashtags, sample posts, and best practices for posting.

According to Envision Creative Art based in Maryland, "The best brands don't sell — they make you want to join the club. They don't chase customers. They build a vibe so clear, a message so magnetic, that people want in. It's not about pushing a product. It's about creating a world people want to be part of. If your brand feels like a community, not a transaction — you're doing it right."

What a wonderful way to attract fans who love to cook and also "live" on their social platforms - and it all started from an email.

What lessons can your brand learn from this unique brand ambassador program?

Friday, September 11, 2026

NEVER FORGOTTEN: 25 Years After September 11th

To honor the lives lost on September 11th, I'd like to share Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer's proclamation:

"WHEREAS, 25 years ago today, our nation watched in horror as four commercial airliners were hijacked and directed toward major American institutions, including the World Trade Center and the Pentagon; and,

WHEREAS, as a result, nearly 3,000 men, women, and children lost their lives that day, and countless other families and loved ones felt — and continue to feel — the lasting impact of this tragedy; and,

WHEREAS, in the aftermath of one of the worst terrorist attacks in our history, we proved that love is stronger than hate, as our military, law enforcement officers, firefighters, first responders, and other emergency personnel showed true heroism and selfless courage for the safety of others; and,

WHEREAS, this tragedy will always serve as a reminder of the strength, resilience, and compassion we possess in the face of devastating loss; and,

WHEREAS, on this day, we should honor those who lost their lives and those who sacrificed their lives for others, including the men and women who showed bravery in responding to the attacks and aiding the victims; and,

WHEREAS, we should pay tribute to their lives with service and charity toward others and ensure that our state and nation are just and inclusive places for all;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Gretchen Whitmer, Governor of Michigan, do hereby proclaim September 11, 2026, as Patriot Day in Michigan and urge all citizens to take a moment to commemorate the lives we lost and do our part to continue to carry forward the ideals of liberty, equality, and justice."

Each year, American flags are flown at half-staff on all federal buildings; Americans are asked to observe moments of silence at the exact times that the planes struck the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and crashed in Pennsylvania; and Americans are encouraged to participate in volunteer work and charitable acts to honor the victims and first responders.

Yahoo!News reported, "On September 6th, the Atlanta Braves hosted the annual Patriot Day 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Truist Park, honoring first responders and lives lost on September 11th, 2001. The event, organized by the Atlanta Braves Foundation, The Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund of Georgia, and the Georgia Fraternal Order of Leatherheads Society, saw over 530 participants, including first responders, community members, and supporters — including fire fighters from the United Kingdom. Participants climbed over 2,000 steps at Truist Park, symbolizing the 110 flights of stairs that FDNY firefighters ascended during rescue efforts on 9/11. Each climber wore a lanyard with a photo and name of a 9/11 victim in remembrance. And a piece of Trade Center steel was displayed onsite. Proceeds from the event benefit The Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund of Georgia, supporting first responders and their families across the state."

And at Pepperdine University's Alumni Park in Malibu, California, overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the annual "Waves of Flags" appears each September for two weeks around September 11th. Nearly 3,000 flags are placed in remembrance of the lives lost: 2,977 flags in total, including one national flag representing each foreign country that lost citizens on that day. The flag display became an annual tradition in 2008 when university students were inspired by a similar 9/11 tribute elsewhere.

Lastly, the 9/11 Memorial and Museum in New York City asks the public to take a photo of the sky this morning — regardless of the weather. Include a caption and post it early in the day to Instagram or any social media platform. Use hashtags #NeverForget911 and #RememberTheSky. The social media campaign is "inspired by the clear blue sky that was present in New York City and across the country on 9/11."

What will you do today to honor the memory of the lives lost 25 years ago on September 11th?

Debbie Laskey's Blog

Monday, September 28, 2026

FALL BACK TO READING SERIES 2026 featuring Erika Andersen

SHARE THIS: I would love to dine with Shakespeare. ~@ErikaAndersen #FallBacktoReadingSeries2026 #ReadingInspires #DebbieLaskeysBlog

SHARE THIS: If you give a person a book, you give him the world. ~@KristinHarmel #ReadingOpensMinds #FallBacktoReadingSeries2026 #DebbieLaskeysBlog

SHARE THIS: A bibliophile is a lover of books, while a lectiophile is a lover of reading. The distinction is due to the object versus the activity. #FunFact #ReadingIsMySuperPower #FallBacktoReadingSeries2026 #DebbieLaskeysBlog

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Introducing the #FallBacktoReadingSeries2026 on #DebbieLaskeysBlog

SHARE THIS: If you give a person a book, you give him the world. ~@KristinHarmel #HistoricalFiction #ReadingOpensMinds #FallBacktoReadingSeries2026 #DebbieLaskeysBlog

SHARE THIS: A bibliophile is a lover of books, while a lectiophile is a lover of reading. The distinction is due to the object versus the activity. #FunFact #ReadingIsMySuperPower #FallBacktoReadingSeries2026 #DebbieLaskeysBlog

Saturday, September 19, 2026

Let's Celebrate BATMAN Today!

SHARE THIS: If you can, always be yourself, unless you can be Batman, then always be Batman. ~Jenn McKinlay from "Paris Is Always a Good Idea" #BatmanDay #PersonalBranding #DebbieLaskeysBlog

SHARE THIS: In September 2024, Batman was given a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame becoming the first superhero to receive the honor. #FunFact #BatmanDay #PersonalBranding #DebbieLaskeysBlog

SHARE THIS: Bruce Wayne (Batman) is the owner of the newspaper where Clark Kent (Superman) works. Wayne Enterprises through its subsidiary Wayne Entertainment owns The Daily Planet. #FunFact #BatmanDay #DebbieLaskeysBlog

Friday, September 18, 2026

Avoid Tall Poppy Syndrome on Global Company Culture Day

SHARE THIS: People throw rocks at things that shine. ~Taylor Swift #GlobalCompanyCultureDay #DebbieLaskeysBlog

SHARE THIS: Culture is how employees' hearts and stomachs feel about Monday morning on Sunday night. ~Bill Marklein, Founder of Employ Humanity #GlobalCompanyCultureDay #DebbieLaskeysBlog

Monday, September 14, 2026

Let's Celebrate National Boss/Employee Exchange Day!

SHARE THIS: Bad bosses don't just detail careers. They can derail lives. ~Timothy R. McIlveene #BossEmployeeExchangeDay #DebbieLaskeysBlog