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This is the first year I’ll get to participate in Día de los Muertos festivities from Mexico. Día de los Muertos is a tradition that celebrates life, legacy, and the deep bonds of family. Today I get to honor my abuelito decorating his tomb and we’ll make an altar next. For me, this isn’t just about tradition—it’s about the freedom to truly live the lifestyle I crave. Being able to split my time between Mexico and the U.S. while scaling my business is a choice I made with intention. It’s about building a life that allows me to honor what’s most important—family, culture, and creating a legacy of my own. Being in Mexico for these moments grounds me in the values I carry into my work—authenticity, connection, and intentional growth. It’s not just about building businesses; it’s about creating freedom, so we can be fully present where it matters most. These are the big wins in business we don’t celebrate. I have the freedom to be here creating memories and carrying on traditions. If that isn’t a major win I don’t know what is. How are you building freedom into your business journey? Let’s celebrate the big wins that often go unnoticed. #diadelosmuertos #dayofthedead

🌺💀 Unlock the Power of Día de los Muertos for Your SMB! 🚀💼 Discover how this vibrant celebration can fuel your business growth while honoring rich traditions. Our latest Guayacon Insights blog reveals: • The $1.8 billion economic impact in Mexico alone 💰 • Strategies for authentic community engagement 🤝 • Tips to avoid cultural missteps 🎭 • Smart financial moves for seasonal success 📊 Ready to transform tradition into triumph? 🏆 Read now: https://wix.to/CJJa2yU How are you planning to celebrate and elevate your business this Día de los Muertos? Share below! 👇 #DiadelosMuertos #SMBGrowth #GuayaconInsights #CulturalMarketing

🎉 Understanding Cinco de Mayo: A Celebration Beyond Borders 🎉 As we gear up to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, it’s essential to understand its historical significance and how it has evolved into a cross-cultural celebration. Originating in Mexico, Cinco de Mayo commemorates the unexpected victory of the Mexican army over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. Led by General Ignacio Zaragoza, the triumph became a symbol of Mexican resistance against foreign domination. Interestingly, while Cinco de Mayo is observed with modest ceremonies in Mexico, it has taken on a life of its own in the United States, where it is celebrated with much fervor. The day has become an opportunity to honor Mexican culture, heritage, and contributions through parades, music, folkloric dances, and, of course, vibrant displays of traditional cuisine. As professionals, Cinco de Mayo also offers a moment to appreciate the diversity in our workplaces and communities, recognizing the enriching contributions of various cultures to our collective success. Let's use this occasion to foster a deeper understanding and respect for the histories and traditions that shape our world. Happy Cinco de Mayo to all who celebrate! Let’s continue to embrace and learn from each other's cultures, not just today, but every day. #CincoDeMayo #CulturalAwareness #DiversityAndInclusion #PostsByLB

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with festive flair and vibrant colors! It's a day to honor Mexican culture, history, and resilience. 🌟🌟 www.DuBos.me . . . . #InnovativeLeadership #TeamEmpowerment #StrategicGrowth #InspireGreatness #SuccessMindset #VisionaryLeadership #ResilientEntrepreneur #LeadershipExcellence #AdaptabilityWins #SuccessStories #AmbitionUnleashed #DrivenByPurpose #ResourcefulLeadership #UnlockingPotential #ContinuousImprovement

There are many traditions and learnings I’ve embraced in my life. Día de Los muertos is my favorite one. A time to honor and celebrate the lives of those who came before. A time to remember who they were and their legacy in our lives and our family today. It’s a good reminder of life’s dualities: life and death, love and hate, day and night, light and darkness. This is a also a perfect time for reflection on how we are living our lives. Are you listening to your heart? Are you doing your best to leave this world in a better place when you transition to the other side? What are the contributions you’d like to leave behind? How would you like to be remembered? These are questions I do my best to keep in mind as I continue my journey.

🇲🇽🇺🇸 Happy Cinco De Mayo. How To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo Without Appropriating? As we gear up for the weekend and celebrate Cinco de Mayo, it’s essential to acknowledge that some celebrations may unintentionally veer into cultural appropriation territory. Understanding the historical context of Cinco de Mayo, which stems from the Battle of Puebla, and its impact on Mexican identity is crucial to celebrating the holiday without appropriation. By learning about the holiday’s origins, the next generation can continue participating in meaningful ways that honor its history. In America, people use Cinco de Mayo as an opportunity to celebrate surface-level things, and it’s essential to take a deep dive into the holiday’s cultural relevance. This could involve learning traditional dances, cooking authentic Mexican dishes, or listening to music by Mexican artists. By participating in cultural activities with reverence and appreciation, individuals can celebrate Cinco de Mayo in a way that honors Mexican heritage without appropriating it. Celebrating Cinco de Mayo with cultural sensitivity requires mindfulness, respect, and a readiness to learn. By educating ourselves through community, cultural exchange, and authentic representation, we can honor Mexican culture respectfully and inclusively, making Cinco de Mayo a meaningful and enriching experience for all involved. Here are ways to celebrate the festive holiday while contributing to the community. #heritage #cincodemayo #mexican #mexicanameircan #may #mayfifth

Today’s Daily DEI Moment is on cultural day Día de Muertos. El Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is not just the continuation of Halloween, despite some of the holidays’ similarities. Taking place on November 1st and November 2nd every year, the Day of the Dead is a special time of year when, according to some cultures, loved ones emerge from the afterlife to visit and reunite with their families on Earth. It’s celebrated primarily in Mexico, though other countries in Central America, Brazil, Spain and Mexican-American communities throughout. Día de los Muertos is a joyous occasion when families honor their loved ones by preparing an ofrenda, or altar, for their past beloved family members. Ofrendas are often decorated with yellow and orange marigolds (a popular Day of the Dead flower), photos of family members, foods, drinks and other personal items. Resource: https://lnkd.in/gK6FRk-9 Ideas for how to acknowledge and celebrate in the workplace: https://lnkd.in/gfixYBVg Team take 5: 1. What are the holidays in your culture that honor the dead? 2. What do you hope to learn about Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead? 3. How are Día de los Muertos and Halloween similar and different? 4. How do you see movies like Disney’s Coco, Day of the Dead, Book of Life that acknowledge these traditions? #dei #culturalday #culturalawareness #diversity #inclusion #teamdevelopment #leadershipcoaching

How do you blend old traditions with new trends? Simple: You don’t! Focus on personal touches for your wedding. Honoring family traditions makes it truly special. Chat with a Specialist about your Vision!

Today is Cinco de Mayo! Last year, Damaris Punales-Alpizar, a faculty member at Case Western Reserve University shared insights about common misconceptions surrounding this holiday. 💡 Misconception 1: "Cinco de Mayo is Mexico’s Independence Day." Cinco de Mayo recognizes when nationalist troops unexpectedly won the Battle of Puebla against the French Army in 1862. 💡 Misconception 2: "Cinco de Mayo is a major holiday in Mexico." For many years, Cinco de Mayo celebrations were limited to the state of Puebla, but overall, the day is not widely celebrated across Mexico. In the United States, the date is largely seen as a celebration of Mexican American culture stretching back to the 1800s in California.   💡 Misconception 3: "Cinco de Mayo is centered on partying." By the late 1980s, marketing campaigns brought Cinco de Mayo to the public eye with beer companies promoting drinking as a way to celebrate the date. The holiday's commercialization can often overshadow its historical significance. 📑 For further reading, check out this article from PBS NewsHour about the history and traditions of Cinco de Mayo! #CincoDeMayo #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #DEI

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