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Gini Dietrich

Gin and Topics: A Pep Talk from a Kid and a Dancing Kid

By: Gini Dietrich | February 1, 2013 | 
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How is it possible January is already finished?

I feel like the weeks are going by so quickly. I get up on Monday morning and I look up and it’s Friday afternoon.

Does that mean I’m getting old (don’t answer that!) or we’re just really busy and having so much fun time is flying?

Whatever the case, it’s already February and my birthday is in NINE DAYS (and Lindsay Bell’s is in 10 days and Martin Waxman’s is in 11 days). Mark your calendars!

In the meantime, I’m going to do a snow dance to see if Mother Nature will gift me enough to ski for a few days. If you’d like to give me a birthday present, I’d love for you to do a snow dance as well.

Or, you can just hang out here and watch some funny and inspiring videos to start your weekend off right.

1. Matt Damon Takes Over Jimmy Kimmel Show. For those of you who do not watch the show, for more than 10 years, Jimmy Kimmel has signed off every night by saying, “Our apologies to Matt Damon, we ran out of time.” So Matt Damon plot out his revenge and took over the show one night. The following video is my favorite clip from the night – of Kimmel’s ex-girlfriend Sarah Silverman – but the link up there ^^^^ has a ton of clips from the show.

2. Old Lady Hits Car. I can’t remember if I shared this one or not, but who cares? It makes me laugh every time I see it. Seriously, Christina Pappas and I send it back and forth to one another and laugh every, single time.

3. Dancing Kid at Pacers Game. This. Is. Hilarious. This kid has serious moves. Where did he get those hips?! I mean, really. He’s going to be all sorts of trouble in high school. Also, his dad looks really familiar to me. Anyone know who he is? Special thanks to Jessica Malnik for the find!

2. A Pep Talk from Kid President. This is great! It’s a pep talk from a little boy. He talks about Michael Jordan and Journey and Robert Frost. Not only will you be inspired to kick butt, you’ll fall in love.

1. Meaningful Micro-Engagements. I realize this isn’t a funny video, but I’m so proud of Jeannie Walters, my heart is bursting. Not only is she a fantastic speaker, this TEDx speech is full of so many great little nuggets (including Big Foot crying), you’ll be happy you spent the 12 minutes to watch.

And with that inspiration, I leave you with your weekend.

About Gini Dietrich


Gini Dietrich is the founder and CEO of Arment Dietrich, a Chicago-based integrated marketing communications firm. She is the lead blogger here at Spin Sucks and is the founder of Spin Sucks Pro. She is the co-author of Marketing in the Round and co-host of Inside PR. Her second book, Spin Sucks, is due out in November 2013

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RebeccaTodd
RebeccaTodd

Wow I loved Jeannie's talk! That's for sharing.  

dbvickery
dbvickery

Immediately had to share a couple of these to my Facebook feed (the old lady deploying that airbag with some "pop" and the dancing kid). I already shared that Pep Talk from Kid President...that's been my favorite over the last couple of weeks. The kid's got talent!

rdopping
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Poor Derreck. Sheesh.

 

Hey, it's Sunday and my birthday is only 11 days away!

First @Gini Dietrich , then @belllindsay , then @martinwaxman  and finally ME!

Latest blog post: January 2013: Read This Stuff: Where can I find your Public Parts?

danperezfilms
danperezfilms

That kid is scripted, lives at home with his mommy and daddy, and has never had a job or any bills to pay. Let's see if he's singing that same tune 10 years from now...Yeah, I know - I'm a party pooper. 

ginidietrich
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 @danperezfilms Of course he's scripted...what 10 year old can quote Robert Frost, Michael Jordan, and Journey? It doesn't make it any less compelling or interesting.

belllindsay
belllindsay

 @jeanniecw that talk was *brilliant*!!! Oh my god, the Groupon thing? "That was mean, Hope you're happy!" Hahahaha!! I sat here while watching and said "Yep, I would have resubscribed right there. Boom. They would have had me back" Brands have to realize that people are smart and actually have senses of humour (what?). Instead of being afraid that a slightly offbeat message might offend 1 person, what about the 99 others it thrills? You really nailed it with your talk. Congrats. 

 

I also loved Kid President: "some dude called Journey" - LMAO!, and I agree @Gini Dietrich - dancing boy's dad looks crazy familiar to me also. 

ginidietrich
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 @belllindsay  The humor thing is a big for me. We seem to forget, in business, how important that is. I guess it's the feeling of not being buttoned up means you're not professional. Dumb.

Gini Dietrich
Gini Dietrich

Silly, not YOU! Spending time watching videos is procrastination for others.

Howie Goldfarb
Howie Goldfarb

BTW the old lady she knew EXACTLY where to hit to get the airbag to blow. I bet her purse has a brick in it too.

ginidietrich
ginidietrich moderator

 @HowieG I was kind of impressed his airbag blew. I want to do that on my bike.

Arment Dietrich, Inc.
Arment Dietrich, Inc.

I tried putting it up earlier, but the link was broken...then I was sidetracked with client work :( I'm terrible!! ^yp

yvettepistorio
yvettepistorio

OMG, Kid president is freaking awesome!!! "Not cool Robert Frost"!

 

Love the old lady, and the other kid dancing has some moves I may need to copy! 

AnneReuss
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 @yvettepistorio I'm with you. Time to bust some moves this weekend in the living room!!

 

So proud of my Chief Investigator @jeanniecw Everyone was laughing with her and loved it at TEDx! 

jeanniecw
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What a wonderful surprise. Thank you for including my talk! You are the best. 

Latest blog post: Speaker1

Mr.D
Mr.D like.author.displayName like.author.displayName 2 Like

 @jeanniecw That's a fantastic talk!  FUSER! Well done!!! 

allenmireles
allenmireles like.author.displayName 1 Like

I'm using the time to enjoy this week's Gin & Topics as a light spot in a technologically-challenging day. Always, love the little old lady hitting the car. Adored the kid dancing and truly appreciated the kid's pep talk to POTUS and Jeannie Walter's "Meaningful Micro Engagements". Well done, @ginidietrich ! 

Latest blog post: The Friday Hangout: Danny Brown Talks Social CRM

katskrieger
katskrieger

Oh my god, that old lady rules! And Kid President, I heart you! 

 

Time to research birthday gifts! :-)

ginidietrich
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 @katskrieger You know you got me addicted to those chocolate sea salt caramels. I order from them every three months or so. I BLAME YOU!

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