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		<title>Fantastic Friday – Moving Forward With Purpose</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[“Surround yourself with people who are as passionate as you are.” That quote resurfaced for me this week, reminding me how important the&#160;proper&#160;environment is for growth. I’m entering a new chapter, and instead of looking backward, I’m putting my energy into what comes next the people I want to work with, the culture I want ... <a title="Fantastic Friday – Moving Forward With Purpose" class="read-more" href="https://frankbrunke.com/fantastic-friday-moving-forward-with-purpose-2/" aria-label="Read more about Fantastic Friday – Moving Forward With Purpose">Read more</a>]]></description>
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<p>“Surround yourself with people who are as passionate as you are.”</p>



<p>That quote resurfaced for me this week, reminding me how important the&nbsp;<em>proper</em>&nbsp;environment is for growth.</p>



<p>I’m entering a new chapter, and instead of looking backward, I’m putting my energy into what comes next the people I want to work with, the culture I want to contribute to, and the impact I want to make. Passionate teams raise the bar. They challenge you, motivate you, and help you perform at your highest level. That’s the kind of environment I’m aiming for as I take the next step forward.</p>



<p>This season has also reinforced something important: slowing down isn’t the same as stopping. It’s a reset, a chance to get clear on what matters and where you’re heading. And the support I’ve received calls, texts, emails, and DMs has meant more than you know. It’s reminded me of the strong community I have around me and the kind of relationships I want to keep building.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What I’m Looking For Next</h3>



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<li><strong>Customer Success Manager / Principal CSM</strong></li>



<li><strong>Service Delivery Manager / Director of Service Delivery</strong></li>



<li><strong>Strategic Account Manager / Enterprise Account Manager</strong></li>



<li><strong>Program / Engagement Manager</strong></li>



<li><strong>Technical Account Manager (TAM)</strong></li>



<li><strong>AI &amp; Digital Transformation Lead</strong></li>
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<p><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f30e.png" alt="🌎" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Open to roles across the Tri-State area (NY/NJ/CT) or fully remote</p>



<p><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/2b50.png" alt="⭐" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Proven track record leading enterprise, delivering 100% CSAT, driving multi-year service success, and helping organizations maximize the value of their technology investments.</p>



<p>You showed up this week — keep that momentum going.</p>



<p>Have a Fantastic Friday.</p>



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		<title>Slow down, reflect, and reconnect.</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2025 18:57:32 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[We spend so much time running—toward goals, deadlines, and growth—that we forget how essential it is to slow down, reflect, and reconnect. Lately, I&#8217;ve been reminding myself that progress isn&#8217;t just about pushing forward but also knowing when to pause. That pause might look like this: Slowing down doesn&#8217;t mean losing momentum — it means&#160;aligning ... <a title="Slow down, reflect, and reconnect." class="read-more" href="https://frankbrunke.com/slow-down-reflect-and-reconnect/" aria-label="Read more about Slow down, reflect, and reconnect.">Read more</a>]]></description>
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<p><strong>We spend so much time running—toward goals, deadlines, and growth—that we forget how essential it is to slow down, reflect, and reconnect.</strong></p>



<p>Lately, I&#8217;ve been reminding myself that progress isn&#8217;t just about pushing forward but also knowing when to pause.</p>



<p>That pause might look like this:</p>



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<li>A walk without a destination</li>



<li>Time spent with the people who remind you why you started</li>



<li>A moment of stillness to check in with yourself</li>
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<p>Slowing down doesn&#8217;t mean losing momentum — it means&nbsp;<em>aligning it</em>. It&#8217;s how we make sure we&#8217;re chasing the right things for the right reasons.</p>



<p>As we approach the long weekend, I hope you find time to catch your breath, reflect on how far you&#8217;ve come, and reconnect with what really matters.</p>



<p>Because sometimes, the strongest move forward is simply taking a moment to&nbsp;<em>be still.</em></p>



<p>MindfulLeadership, Reflection, PersonalGrowth, IntentionalLiving, WorkLifeBalance, ResetAndRecharge</p>
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		<title>Sunday. My favorite day of the week.</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2025 18:51:20 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Why? Because it’s filled with&#160;potential. Whatever happened last week—good or bad—is behind you. Today is the perfect time to set your path for another fantastic week. It’s the day to reset, refocus, and step into Monday with&#160;clarity and intention. The people you surround yourself with make all the difference in life and work. The best ... <a title="Sunday. My favorite day of the week." class="read-more" href="https://frankbrunke.com/sunday-my-favorite-day-of-the-week/" aria-label="Read more about Sunday. My favorite day of the week.">Read more</a>]]></description>
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<p>Why? Because it’s filled with&nbsp;<strong>potential</strong>. Whatever happened last week—good or bad—is behind you. Today is the perfect time to set your path for another fantastic week. It’s the day to reset, refocus, and step into Monday with&nbsp;<strong>clarity and intention</strong>.</p>



<p>The people you surround yourself with make all the difference in life and work. The best teams, the ones you truly want to work with, are built on individuals who:</p>



<p><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/2705.png" alt="✅" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Bring&nbsp;<strong>positive energy</strong>&nbsp;into every challenge.</p>



<p><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/2705.png" alt="✅" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Focus on&nbsp;<strong>solutions</strong>&nbsp;instead of dwelling on problems.</p>



<p><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/2705.png" alt="✅" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Show up for&nbsp;<strong>others</strong>, not just themselves.</p>



<p><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/2705.png" alt="✅" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Believe in&nbsp;<strong>growth</strong>&nbsp;and continuous learning.</p>



<p><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/2705.png" alt="✅" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Take&nbsp;<strong>ownership</strong>—because results don’t happen by accident.</p>



<p>These are the types of people who make&nbsp;<strong>Sundays exciting</strong>—because when you work with them, every new week is another opportunity to build something great.</p>



<p>So, as we step into a new week:</p>



<p><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f4a1.png" alt="💡" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> What’s your Focus for the days ahead?</p>



<p><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f4a1.png" alt="💡" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Who are the people that inspire you to do better?</p>



<p><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f4a1.png" alt="💡" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> How are you setting yourself up for success?</p>



<p>Drop your thoughts in the comments—I’d love to hear from you! And if you haven’t already, consider subscribing to&nbsp;<strong>The Fantastic Playbook</strong>, my newsletter, where I share insights on resilience, growth, and success.</p>



<p>Wishing you a&nbsp;<strong>fantastic</strong>&nbsp;Sunday!</p>



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