Friday 13th October Newsletter

Reclaim lost minutes on your daily commute with these tips…

And in comes Friday! 🐈‍⬛ On this Friday the 13th (still better than a Monday), we’ve got:

  • The soda that really popped: How Olipop brings in $ 20m a month.

  • Daily commutes: They need not be a waste of time.

  • Dream career paths: Uncover yours with the help of our planner.

💡 QUOTE OF THE DAY: “No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.” — Eleanor Roosevelt, American diplomat and activist

THE BIG IDEA

$ 20m a month selling soda 🥤

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As children, many of us had our parents and dentists warn against drinking too much soda. In large quantities, sugary drinks can have adverse effects on oral and gut health. But is every soda brand the same as the next? Nope!

Launched by Ben Goodwin in 2017, Olipop is a brand of soda that contains natural plant fiber and prebiotics, and just 2 to 5 grams of natural sugars per can. That’s worlds away from the usual 39 grams per can found in many popular soda brands! 🌿

To create Olipop, Ben had a team of experts analyze gut microbiome research during the development of the product. This gave the brand credibility, which helped in its gaining popularity! In 2023, just 5 years after its creation, Olipop has been generating $ 20m each month. That means that, by the end of the year, it will have brought in more than $ 200m.

If you could launch any business successfully, what would it be and why? Reply and let us know.

DAILY INSPO

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📝 FRIDAY’S TO DO:

Sectionize your workspace 🧩 Creating designated sections for various items on your desk, like your computer, stationery and charger, will make your desk look good AND help you concentrate more.

TODAY’S ADVICE

Commute time is productivity time

The average American commute time from and to work is 52.2 minutes. That means 52.2 minutes of navigating tailbacks, suppressing road rage, and generally disappearing into thin air.

But you can reclaim those 52.2 minutes with these 5 tips!

🎧 Listen to career podcasts or audiobooks.

📚 Read a book to expand your knowledge (if you’re not driving, that is).

📧 Catch up on texts and emails so you have a head-start on your day.

☎️ Give your client a ring to follow up on a project.

🚶 Consider combining your commute with exercise — walk the last 5–10 minutes of your bus journey.

DON’T MISS

🛠️ Which skills should you list in your résumé?

🍸 How to make a living by serving drinks.

🎵 How listening to music while you study is good.

🤪 Your guide to dealing with stupid interview questions.

TODAY’S GIFT

Discover your dream career ✨

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Some people discover their dream career at a young age. Many others, however, need more time — and that’s totally fine. If you’re not entirely sure where your true passion lies, our Dream Career Planner can help you uncover it with 15 targeted questions and a brainstorming exercise.

Stay tuned for more awesome career gifts…

QUESTION TIME

Don’t stay behind!

Continuously developing yourself and expanding your knowledge is imperative for a successful career, and we were curious to find out what you do to stay up to date in your field.

This is what you had to say:

📰 Industry journals, magazines and blogs are beyond helpful! — Andrew B, USA

📱 I follow a few industry experts on social media for real-time insights — Mary L, USA

🔎 Informal learning via a mentor. Good for learning the ins and outs of your industry — Jess J, UK

👨‍🏫 Courses, webinars, books, and the like — Chris M, USA

For next time: how do you spend your lunch break? Reply and let us know!

MEME IT

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Catch you on the flippity flip :)

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