Anthony Kearns’ Post

I would like to say thank you to everyone at SANY AMERICA who has played a vital role in building and sustaining our Attachment Project at the ECDC. Being chosen to work on this project by a colleague has truly shown me what a mentor really is. When he talked, I listened and paid close attention and vice versa. He knows engineering and systems and I know how to manage people and implement processes. Our talent isn’t what made this project so successful, it was our respect and trust amongst one another for what we knew individually that made this project flourish. One thing, there was a slight language barrier and a few cultural differences. We identified this early on to be the key building block to our future success. Not understanding each other and knowing it made the job fun. We talked about family, music, travel, work, but the best life lesson was being introduced to the stoic philosophy. Stoic is a person who can endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining. If you want to be happy, have zero expectations. Don’t try to change others. Change how u deal with them. Most importantly if it makes sense, DO IT!!

I would like to say thank you to everyone at SANY AMERICA who has played a vital role in building and sustaining our Attachment Project at the ECDC. Being chosen to work on this project by a colleague has truly shown me what a mentor really is. When he talked, I listened and paid close attention and vice versa. He knows engineering and systems and I know how to manage people and implement processes. Our talent isn’t what made this project so successful, it was our respect and trust amongst one another for what we knew individually that made this project flourish. One thing, there was a slight language barrier and a few cultural differences. We identified this early on to be the key building block to our future success. Not understanding each other and knowing it made the job fun. We talked about family, music, travel, work, but the best life lesson was being introduced to the stoic philosophy. Stoic is a person who can endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining. If you want to be happy, have zero expectations. Don’t try to change others. Change how u deal with them. Most importantly if it makes sense, DO IT!!

Another reason why Centurion Military Alliance (CMA) exists… In the Military we are 100% committed to our Service! The civilian sector is not that way - we have to be open to job changes, and opportunities that allow us to further grow, this isn’t an indictment on the previous position. Stay relevant in your job, while simultaneously staying open to opportunities by: 📌 Continuous Learning: Regularly update your skills through courses, certifications, and workshops. 📌 Networking: Build and maintain professional relationships within and outside your industry to include professional organizations. 📌 Stay Informed: Keep up with industry trends, news, and advancements to remain knowledgeable. 📌 Flexibility: Be adaptable to change and willing to take on new, challenging roles. 📌 Personal Branding: Maintain a strong online presence through platforms like LinkedIn - don’t allow an organization to “change” the brand you’ve worked for - they should want to “enhance” the brand they hired you for. 📌 Performance Excellence: Consistently deliver high-quality work and exceed expectations. 📌 Feedback Loop: Seek and act on feedback from peers, supervisors, and mentors. 📌 Set Career Goals: Regularly reassess and set long-term and short-term career objectives. 📌 Soft Skills: Always continue to work on strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills… one never perfects this skill - this is a lifelong learning commitment. 📌 External Opportunities: Stay open to and actively seek new job opportunities and career paths. 📌 Mentorship: Seek mentors and offer to mentor others to build a robust support network. 📌 Work-Life Balance: Maintain a healthy work-life balance to avoid burnout and stay motivated. Congratulations again to my Father, Dr. Steven L. Hall for continuing to pave the way for us all!

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 I'm thrilled to share that I have achieved the rank of "Masters" in League of Legends! 🌟 This rank places me among the top 0.5% of the player base within North America. This journey has been filled with countless hours of practice, jumping up and down the ranks, and learning the ever changing tactics during each patch. It's a testament to the dedication and passion I have for the game. Through this journey I have learned a ton of valuable skills that can be applied beyond the realm of gaming but to real world professional settings. Such as: 1. Team work and Communication 💬 - Having to work as a team effectively is crucial to overcoming obstacles and to achieve a common goal + Understanding and fulfilling your own roles within the team. - Learning to communicate effectively to ensure mistakes are minimized. 2. Adapting to changing environments 🌎 - Being flexible and responsive to the changes that are currently happening. 3. Strong mental fortitude 🧠 - Developing resilience and inner strength to enable myself to endure tough challenges while focusing on the goal. 4. Quick decision making ⚡ - Being able to make swift decisions in a fast-paced and stressful environment. 5. Enjoying the process 😊 - This is best explained by a quote that I have recently learned by Lao Tzu who once said "One who loves walking will walk further than the man who loves the destination". - Embrace and enjoying the journey, the learning, and the process just as much as the end goal. Despite now reaching masters, I hope to pursue higher ranks while continuously learning and honing my skills. While some of you may see this as a joke, this game has really been helpful in developing some skills that I apply in real life scenarios as I mentioned above and some I have yet mentioned. Especially being able to think quick and be adaptive, creatively achieving my goals, and pursuing an objective while enjoying the entire process of it and not just the end goal. Thank you for your time! GG's

Not only was it my honor to nominate Karen Hao for this, I found myself citing her latest work yesterday in my panel on Humanism and AI at the same American Humanist Association conference. It's a story about how Microsoft presents its AI as a climate solution, reducing one facility's emissions by 340,000 metric tons of CO2 per year. But the company emitted 1.2 billion metric tons of CO2 last year. (3,529x the reduction!) The late University of Chicago Divinity School theologian Jonathan Z. Smith argued that one of the fundamental building blocks of religion is “its capacity for rationalization, especially as it concerns that ideological issue of relating that which we do to that which we say or think we do.” To my eye, the great work that Karen does, alongside colleagues like Matteo Wong, Damon Beres, Gideon Lichfield and others, could even be plausibly compared to the work of the Boston Globe's Spotlight team, on the Catholic Church. Sure, there's more subtlety and nuance to the unfolding story of AI, and thankfully the wrongdoing involved is less shocking. But what we are seeing in this "industry" (that I've come to see as more like a religion) is the construction of a mythology—even a theology—of both righteousness and inevitability. Great journalism, like good humanist philosophy, challenges such narratives and therefore allows us to envision other, more genuinely human possibilities. https://lnkd.in/erm4heSu

They love to get me to sit and talk! So that I did! 💜 I share my favorite moments, what keeps me going, my strategy in developing my team and my response to the ever popular question: what advice would you give to someone wanting to get into the event industry. This year has been nothing short of a major blessing - the yeses, the nos, the not quite yet. The successes, the fail forwards. The anxiety inducing moments, the overwhelmingly joyous moments that brought tears. I won’t trade any of it! I even had my most “viral” post on LinkedIn this year, still 🤯 about that! Speaking your truth has value. Holding your boundaries has value. Knowing who you are has value. Honouring who is responsible for it all brings more value! 🙏🏾 Thank you to everyone who has left a comment, shared my posts, shared their feedback when we met up in person and very importantly, those who invested in my services. 😃 Things are baking at TCJ Events and I can’t wait to share. For 2025, I wish you everything you wish for yourself and then some (in case those dreams are too small! 😊) Love and light! 💜

3 lessons I've learned in 20+ years of being a commercial photographer. It's been an extraordinary ride filled with ups and downs, but I'm grateful for every experience that has shaped me along the way. Here are 3 lessons: 1 - Adaptability is Key: The industry is always evolving, and staying flexible has allowed me to stay ahead. Embracing new techniques, technologies, and trends keeps my work fresh and relevant. 2 - Relationships Matter: Building strong connections with clients, colleagues, and the creative community has been invaluable. Trust and collaboration lead to better projects and lasting partnerships. 3 - Passion Fuels Success: Loving what I do has been the driving force behind my career. Passion turns challenges into opportunities and keeps me motivated through every twist and turn. Thank you all for your continuous support and encouragement. Here's to even more exciting adventures ahead!

Lessons Learnt 23.8.2024 *Importance of perseverance and determination in achieving your goals.* - Set clear goals and stay focused on what you want to achieve. - Be willing to put in the effort and time required to succeed. - Don't let obstacles or setbacks discourage you. - Keep pushing forward, even when progress is slow or challenging. - Celebrate small wins along the way, but don't lose sight of the ultimate goal. - Stay committed and motivated, even when faced with doubts or fears. Remember, success often requires persistence and Courage. By adopting this mindset, you'll be more likely to: - Overcome self-doubt and stay confident. - Develop resilience and learn from failures. - Stay motivated and focused on your goals. - Achieve a sense of accomplishment and fulfillment. - Inspire others with your determination and perseverance. Keep going, even when it's tough. Happy Working. Rajan Thank you Team @Nippon Steel and Chemicals

What a difficult time it is! It has now been five years since I embarked on my professional journey following my graduation with a Master’s degree. Reflecting on this period, I realize how much has changed, particularly during the tumultuous year of 2020 when COVID-19 emerged unexpectedly and reshaped our lives in unprecedented ways. Initially, the pandemic posed significant challenges, but I chose to view it as an opportunity for growth and creativity. With the world in lockdown, I turned my attention to writing and research, channeling my energy into crafting articles that could contribute to my field. This decision proved fruitful, as I successfully published several articles in reputable journals, including those by Elsevier, Springer, and Wiley. Each publication not only bolstered my academic credentials but also allowed me to engage with the broader scientific community during a time when collaboration was more important than ever. In 2022, I took another significant step by establishing a beekeeping project. This initiative was not only a passion project but also a way to integrate practical experience with my research workload. The project aimed to promote sustainable practices and educate students about the importance of bees in our ecosystem. Balancing this endeavor with my ongoing research was challenging yet rewarding, as it provided a unique opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge in a practical setting. Now, as we move through 2024, I find myself facing a new set of challenges brought on by inflation. Unlike the previous experience with COVID-19, where I was able to pivot and find opportunities for growth, this economic climate feels different and more constraining. The rising costs of living and materials have made it increasingly difficult. I am reaching out for advice on how to navigate this challenging situation. How can I adapt to these economic pressures and perhaps even turn this challenge into an opportunity for innovation or growth? Any insights or strategies from those who have faced similar circumstances would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your support during this difficult time!