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Beautiful rainbow in the end of fall.Closing time

Closing time: Every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end

December 6, 2021 1 Comment

It’s closing time again and a lot is changing in my life. A reflection on 2021, beginnings’ endings and the new beginnings that lie ahead.

My story: Recognizing suicide warning signs can mean the difference between life and death

September 29, 2021 1 Comment

Paying attention to suicide warning signs can save somebody’s life — I know because it happened in my family.

Photo of my dad recovering from Covid-19 at the hospital with my mom wearing a mask by his side

I started a new job, covid almost killed dad, and a few things I learned in between

April 23, 2021 3 Comments

A month ago I started a new job I’ve wanted for a long time. That was also when my dad almost died from covid-19, and I learned a few things about what matters at work and in life.

Newsjacking: How a local coffee shop used current events to get news coverage and engagement

March 22, 2021 1 Comment

An independent coffee shop’s simple initiative resulted in outstanding news coverage and social media engagement–and set an example of newsjacking for small businesses.

How to use Facebook groups to create word-of-mouth marketing for your local business

Word-of-mouth marketing for local businesses through Facebook groups [case study + tips]

February 25, 2021 1 Comment

I came across a fantastic example of how Facebook groups can be used to create word-of-mouth marketing for local businesses, so I just had to share it here—along with many tips I learned from experience!

20 things I learned in 2020

December 26, 2020 3 Comments

2020 is finally over! I listed the 20 things I learned in this chaotic year.

What the Pandemic has taught me cover photo.Thais Freitas

What the coronavirus pandemic has taught me

December 12, 2020 3 Comments

Bad times always have something to teach us. Here is what the coronavirus has taught me.

Thais Freitas at Queens Park in New Westminster BC in November 2020

November 2020: My monthly roundup

December 1, 2020 1 Comment

The end of autumn is always a challenging time for me. Here’s what I did to cope with winter blues, plus the interesting things I watched, read, and liked in November 2020.

#IamRemarkable tips to make self-promotion less painful

November 20, 2020 No Comments

#IamRemarkable Week took place November 12-19 with helpful self-promotion tips, presentations, and activities. I wrote about the best of them in this post.

Thais Freitas

Communications Strategist & Writer