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Marla Matime

Artist/Consultant & CEOThe MAR.M Agency LLC

California

Member Since September 2021

Skills

Customer Service
Leadership
Editing

About

MAR.M Artistry & Consulting is located in Southern California, was established in 2017 with the focus of providing a unique service through art and consultation. Utilizing multi-talented individuals, MAR.M covers an array of industries through writing, recording, editing, vocal arrangements, and consulting in communications, marketing, and advertising. We have serviced clients across the state of California: Atlanta, GA; Dallas/Fort Worth, TX; Little Rock, AR; Jacksonville, FL; and internationally in Paris, France.

Published content

11 Effective Strategies to Handle 'Quiet Quitting' in Your Workplace

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If you've spotted an employee who has "quiet quit" their job, it's not too late to turn things around. In today's fast-paced and competitive work environment, retaining employees has become increasingly challenging. One growing phenomenon that has added to this challenge is the concept of "quiet quitting" — employees who have disengaged from their work but are still physically present in the workplace. Companies often struggle to identify and address this issue, which can lead to decreased productivity, increased turnover and a negative work environment. Below, a panel of Rolling Stone Culture Council members offer some practical advice for reengaging and motivating employees who may be quietly quitting, along with strategies for preventing this phenomenon from happening in the first place.

Is This Business Risk a Smart One? Ask Yourself These 11 Questions

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Every business owner needs to take risks, but it's important to make sure the ones you do take are calculated. Leading a business often requires taking risks, but not all risks are created equal. Taking a calculated risk can lead to significant rewards, but blindly taking a risk without considering the consequences can lead your business down the wrong path. Asking the right questions can help you determine whether a risk is a smart one or not. By carefully considering the potential outcomes, you can then determine if the risk is worth taking.  Here are 11 important questions to ask yourself before taking a business risk, as shared by the members of Rolling Stone Culture Council.

13 Big End-Of-Year Tasks to Check Off Your Business To-Do List

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The end of the year is a notoriously busy time, but it's important to make room in your schedule for these key year-end to-dos. As the end of the year approaches, most businesses are wrapping up any outstanding projects and assessing what needs to be carried over into the new year. It's the perfect time for leaders to meet with employees to discuss what worked, what could be better and how teamwork can help achieve next year’s goals. Below, a panel of Rolling Stone Culture Council members share some essential items business leaders should achieve before January 1st. Here's why they believe these 13 tasks belong on your end-of-year to-do list.

Don't Worry About Perfection — Just Start

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Perfection comes through the process of creation. The process is what refines the vision and once you come to the end, there will always be something that you can start up again.

Need to Educate Your Customers? 12 Approaches That Work

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Customer education must be approached with the right tone and content to be effective. Sometimes, customers may be interested in your product or service, but if it seems too complicated or difficult to understand, they may not follow through with a purchase. Conveying information in a simple, concise and fun way can help educate the customer without the need for a long, complicated or boring explanation. Whether you publish an FAQ page or create a short explainer video, it's important to keep your customer interested while making sure they understand the nuances of your product or service. Below, a panel of Rolling Stone Culture Council members share 12 effective approaches to customer education any business leader can leverage.

13 Effective Strategies for Managing the Stress of the Fast-Paced Culture Industry

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In an industry that moves at breakneck speeds, it helps to have some coping strategies when you're feeling stressed out. Whether you own a bustling restaurant, are involved in the ever-changing fashion or music businesses or are trying to advocate for change on a major scale, working in the culture space often involves a hectic lifestyle. While it's an exciting space to be in, it can often be fast-paced and overwhelming, which can quickly lead to stress and burnout. Managing stress can be done in many different ways, from taking small breaks throughout the day to prioritizing passions outside of work. Below, a panel of Rolling Stone Culture Council members share some ways they unwind from the pressures of their industry and how doing so keeps them at the top of their professional game.

Company details

The MAR.M Agency LLC

Company bio

The MAR.M Agency LLC is a creative marketing and advertising company, specializing in new media content creation, strategic communications, public relations, and public affairs. The MAR.M Agency LLC is a new company established in 2020, serving micro and small businesses and nonprofits.

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