In the spirit of Thanksgiving, the Jmac team looks back with gratitude on a year full of learning and growth. Here are the lessons and wins we’re most thankful for this past year.
A Note From John McCartney, Agency Principal
Thanksgiving, my favorite holiday, is a daily reminder of gratitude for life’s blessings. I’m thankful for being alive, my cherished family and friends, and the opportunity to build a business aligned with my values. Providing opportunities for my team is fulfilling, and I appreciate the continuous learning from peers and colleagues. The connections forged over the years, both personally and professionally, add richness to my journey. Thanksgiving, to me, is a celebration of life’s abundance and meaningful relationships.
Audree Hernandez, Account Executive
What piece of learning or growth opportunity are you most grateful for this year?
Mistakes and failures are accepted as learning moments and new opportunities. That mindset changes everything.
What’s the biggest win you’d like to celebrate from this year?
I wrote my first byline article, took a board position on my PRSA chapter, AND I helped my client land a piece on The Information!
Casey Burke, Content Writer
What piece of learning or growth opportunity are you most grateful for this year?
I’m grateful for realizing that doing hard things is possible. Over the course of this year I’ve worked on a few challenging writing projects, and each time I was able to push through and deliver work that I was proud of.
What’s the biggest win you’d like to celebrate from this year?
Staying committed to learning new things.
Elena Lopez, Account Executive
What piece of learning or growth opportunity are you most grateful for this year?
This year, I’ve really felt my confidence grow more in both my work and my personal life! I’ve learned to just trust myself and I’m grateful for that. I’m also grateful to Jmac PR for always being supportive and giving me the opportunity to learn something new.
What’s the biggest win you’d like to celebrate from this year?
I paid off all my student loans!
Gabriela Rudolph, Associate Account Executive
What piece of learning or growth opportunity are you most grateful for this year?
I’m most grateful for the learning and growth I’ve experienced in my first full-time job after graduating. This job has not only enhanced my technical abilities but also boosted my confidence and independence. I’m thankful for the valuable mentorship and the strong foundation it’s providing for my career.
What’s the biggest win you’d like to celebrate from this year?
My biggest win this year is officially earning my bachelor’s degree in journalism and public relations.
Monica Iriarte, Human Resources
What piece of learning or growth opportunity are you most grateful for this year?
I’ve been given sincere moments of grace this year and that’s helping me to extend that to myself. I do it for others but I need to grant myself grace more.
What’s the biggest win you’d like to celebrate from this year?
While not there yet at 100%, working on communications to teach and inspire and not just relay information. This includes performance evaluations and docs designed to show current employees the path to position and title growth.