Another crazy week... First Crowdstrike and then Biden stepping down. Perhaps not surprisingly, I really didn't know anything about Kamala Harris, aside from she's a woman. If you're like me, here's a quick primer on the woman who might be the next president.
See below for the latest news and events plus, for something different, an article on The Science of Having a Great Conversation.
As you probably know, I love a good chat. Wasn't always the case though, I used to be completely freaked out at the idea of meeting new people and making small talk. This article has a good (and easy!) framework to help you through the horrors of networking without breaking a sweat.
Cheers
Sarah
Mayflower CEO
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THE SCIENCE OF HAVING A GREAT CONVERSATION
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