Author: kmatczak
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Becoming Bulletproof
What Business, Confidence, and Life Have in Common There are certain books that don’t just give you information—they shift how you see yourself. Becoming Bulletproof by Evy Poumpouras is one of those books. At first glance, you might think it’s about security, protection, or even physical safety. After all, Poumpouras is a former U.S. Secret…
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Where Wine Becomes Memory: An Evening with Fallen Mountain Wines
I recently attended an invite-only event where Fallen Mountain Wines was the main attraction, but it wasn’t just about wine. It was about connection, story, fellowship and intention. The kind of evening that gently reminds you to slow down and actually feel and experience the moment. That’s what great wine, food, and company do. I was especially grateful…
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Protecting Those Who Protect Us: Behind the Blue Shield Wealth Management Website
Some projects stay with you long after the website goes live. My work with Blue Shield Wealth Management was one of those projects. From the very beginning, it was about honoring a mission: protecting those who protect us. Understanding the Mission Behind the Brand Blue Shield Wealth Management serves members of the law enforcement community—people…
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The Ripples You Don’t See Still Matter
There are days when you wonder if you’re making a difference. I’ve wondered that about myself more times than I can count. There’s a lake near my house that I walk by often. It’s filled with all kinds of birds, but I’m especially fond of the ducks. This is where I admit to being a…
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Lessons from a Daredevil Lawyer (and Why Balance Builds Success)
My friend Steve is a daredevil. I’ve known him for about five years now, and every so often my phone lights up with photos and videos of him and his girls flying down snowy slopes in Utah or Colorado. Just reading his texts, you can feel his passion. There’s an unmistakable energy when someone is…
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Why Joining the Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce Was a Smart Move for My Business
Running a business solo can be incredibly rewarding—but it can also feel isolating at times. When you’re the strategist, creator, technician, and problem-solver all in one, relationships aren’t just nice to have—they’re essential. That’s exactly why joining the Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce was such a smart decision for me. Business Is Built on…
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When Your Identity Falls Apart It Finds Its Way Back
When Your Identity Falls Apart It Finds Its Way Back Today, I did something scary. I put my real self out there. Gulp. Not the polished version. Not the “I’ve got it all figured out” version. The raw one. This past year was filled with joy and beautiful experiences and also a handful of WTF…
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The Quiet Proof We Forget to Look For
I was cleaning out a bin of items from my second bedroom—one I never quite finished unpacking when I moved last year. I’d tried before and stopped. This time, I stayed with it. What I found surprised me. So many important pieces of my life were sitting quietly…in a bin. There was a photo of…
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The 12 Week Year: Why Shorter Timeframes Create Bigger Results
If you’ve ever set ambitious goals in January only to feel disconnected from them by March, you’re not alone. Traditional annual planning sounds productive—but in practice, it often invites procrastination, distraction, and “I’ll get to it later” thinking. That’s exactly why The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran and Michael Lennington has become one…
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Holiday Tech Meetup Magic: Great Weather, Great People & Even Better Sweaters
There’s something special about showing up to a holiday tech meetup alone—you never know who you’re going to meet, what conversations you’ll have, or what festive sweater someone will proudly be wearing. This year’s event at The Wharf in Fort Lauderdale did not disappoint. Between the breezy South Florida air, cheerful holiday energy, and the…