The Marshall Connects Blog

Unlock Conversations: Choosing the Perfect Back-Pocket Question for Networking

Unlock Conversations: Choosing the Perfect Back-Pocket Question for Networking

Posted in Insights, Motivational, News

Social awareness is essential for making strong connections when networking. A well-chosen back-pocket question can enrich conversations, helping you build meaningful connections and stand out in small talk and professional settings.

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Choosing the Right Go-To Person: Five Crucial Criteria to Consider

Choosing the Right Go-To Person: Five Crucial Criteria to Consider

Posted in Insights, Motivational, News

Choosing the right go-to person is vital for guidance and support. Prioritize trustworthiness, emotional intelligence, objectivity, communication, reliability, and compatibility to ensure balanced wisdom during crucial moments.

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What Will Your Story Be? Reflections on Life's Lasting Impact

What Will Your Story Be? Reflections on Life's Lasting Impact

Posted in Insights, Legacy, Motivational, News

I often speak about the importance of our living legacy, but after losing a dear friend, it truly sank in that we create our legacy every day. Our daily actions, guided by our values, shape the impact we leave on others. By taking time for reflection, we can ensure that the story we write with our lives reflects who we truly are and what we hope to leave behind.

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The Heart of Giving: How Social Responsibility Shapes Who We Are

The Heart of Giving: How Social Responsibility Shapes Who We Are

Posted in Insights, Motivational, News

Discover how social responsibility, values-driven giving, and corporate purpose can shape identity, inspire community impact, and create lasting change.

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Fueling Success with Passion: How to Master Your Passion and Create a Life of Happiness

Fueling Success with Passion: How to Master Your Passion and Create a Life of Happiness

Posted in Insights, Motivational, News

Passion is the spark that ignites energy, enthusiasm, and determination—it’s the emotional fuel that drives us toward happiness, success, and personal fulfillment. Passion doesn’t just make us feel more alive; it inspires us to learn, grow, and adopt a growth mindset, ultimately strengthening our emotional intelligence. In this blog, we’ll explore how unlocking your passion can transform the way you live and lead.

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Developing a Foundation for Success: Techniques to Spark Achievement Drive in Children

Developing a Foundation for Success: Techniques to Spark Achievement Drive in Children

Posted in EI Children, Emotional Intelligence, Insights, Motivational, News

Foster growth mindset, perseverance, self-efficacy, intrinsic motivation, and goal-setting in children to build confidence, resilience, and success through positive habits and a lifelong achievement drive.

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Flow and the Art of Living: Finding Balance and Joy

Flow and the Art of Living: Finding Balance and Joy

Posted in Insights, Motivational, News

Many of us seek our passion, but few realize that tapping into our flow can guide us toward that passion and bring lasting joy. Embracing flow is key to achieving peak performance and discovering a more fulfilling, balanced life.

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What I Told the Graduates: Life Lessons from the Other Side of the Stage

What I Told the Graduates: Life Lessons from the Other Side of the Stage

Posted in Insights, Motivational, News

Reflecting on emotional intelligence, personal growth, and legacy living, I share key life lessons from my journey to inspire graduates in their pursuit of career motivation, lifelong learning, and impactful success.

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Emotional Intelligence is the Game Changer for Children

Emotional Intelligence is the Game Changer for Children

Posted in EI Children, Emotional Intelligence, Insights, Motivational, News

Nurturing emotional intelligence through social-emotional learning, self-regulation, empathy, resilience, and mindfulness helps children build confidence, emotional health, and meaningful relationships in today’s rapidly changing world.

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Raising Emotionally Intelligent Children

Raising Emotionally Intelligent Children

Posted in EI Children, Emotional Intelligence, Insights, Motivational, News

Teaching children emotional intelligence through mindfulness, metacognition, and emotional regulation fosters resilience, empathy, and lifelong growth—building a strong emotional foundation for their future success.

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