Five Things We’re Reading

Jul 9, 2024

by Liz Gullett

As MLC’s Communications and Social Media Manager, Liz Gullett keeps clients informed and up-to-date on the goings on in Lansing and the Capitol.

Below are some of the articles that the MLC lobby team has been reading this past week. We hope you find them as interesting and useful as we do.

What’s New with You? What Americans Talk About with Family and Friends – Do you talk about the same topics as other Americans? Find out what tops the list, and is at the bottom, of the most discussed subjects across the country.

Why a Strong Visual Identity Is as Important To Your Workforce As It Is to Consumers – Why is visual communication seen as critical and why does it have a strong ROI?

I Tried the Wild Nike Heating Boots That Athletes Will Wear at the Olympics – What is it like wearing the latest footwear technology and how will it benefit the athletes who wear it?

Post-Vacation Blues? Here’s How to Cope. – Most have experienced the struggle to find their drive after returning from vacation. Here are some ways that two experts find their motivation when returning to work.

The 6 Disciplines Companies Need to Get the Most Out of Generative AI – AI isn’t right for all projects and many companies haven’t learned the right disciplines to make it worth it. Here are six ways to ensure you’re getting enough value to make the investment worthwhile.

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