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What We’re Reading: SSL in Websites, Real Talk in Social Media, Dealing with a Stressful Boss

This week we’re reading…

Don’t Let Your Stressed-Out Boss Stress You Out

https://hbr.org/2015/09/dont-let-your-stressed-out-boss-stress-you-out

Did you know stress can be contagious like yawns? Become aware about how stress and other emotions can spread from person to person as well as tactics to ease your mental burden.

A Beginner’s Guide to SSL: What It Is & Why It Makes Your Website More Secure

http://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/what-is-ssl

The OpenWater platform has always made use of SSL for security. Use of it is becoming ever so more important as threats become more prevalent and privacy is becoming scacer. This article gives a great overview of it and explains how SSL is now more than just about security and privacy, it is also about SEO.

Don’t Hold Back: Speak Your Mind on Social Media

http://www.marketingprofs.com/opinions/2015/28432/dont-hold-back-speak-your-mind-on-social-media

Take a look at your own organization’s twitter feed. Is it a bunch of feel good fluff, or is it “real talk.” At OpenWater we recently decided to put a real voice behind our twitter and we’ve already seen results connecting with our clients and other thought leaders. This article discusses some of the ways you can succeed on social media.

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Theresa Delgado

Theresa is our resident awards guru. She managed the Greeting Card Association's LOUIE Awards before joining us here at OpenWater. She brings first hand knowledge and experience in successfully managing and expanding awards programs.

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