November invites us to slow down, reflect, and give thanks, not just for what we’ve accomplished, but for the people who made those accomplishments possible. At JJR Marketing, we’ve learned that gratitude isn’t only a feeling; it’s a powerful force that strengthens relationships, inspires creativity, and fuels success. More Than a Season — A Strategy In marketing, we often talk about connection, the ability to reach people in ways that feel real and lasting. Gratitude is one of the most […]
Intentionality isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a mindset that transforms the way you do business. As we enter the final stretch of the year, it’s easy to get caught up in the rush of deadlines, events, and holiday campaigns. But when you pause to align your actions with your purpose, the results become more powerful and meaningful. At JJR Marketing, we believe intentional marketing means leading with clarity and purpose. It’s about making every post, every email, and every conversation count. Here are […]
Check out our exclusive Q+A about running JJR with CEO, Jackie Ruiz, Author, Speaker, Visionary, Entrepreneur and so much more! This Q + A includes: How it all began Growth and evolution Customer and community impact Future vision Personal insights How did JJR all begin? Can you share the story of how and why you started the business 18 years ago? I used to work at a high-end Brazilian restaurant and left when I found out that I was […]
Showing gratitude to others is essential for building strong and lasting relationships, and when businesses show appreciation to their customers, it can lead to a range of positive actions and outcomes. Creating a strong customer-centric approach and building genuine relationships results in loyal, engaged customers who actively contribute to a business’s success. Here are some suggestions on how you and your business can go above and beyond to express appreciation to your customers, not only during the holidays but throughout […]
Isolation from working from home to returning to work and all of the familial and personal difficulties that most individuals face is at an all-time high. Allowing people to suffer in silence can harm their well-being and job performance. Employees want to feel safe in the workplace, and companies must understand that their employees may require additional support. There are several strategies to improve employees’ mental health. It is divided into two categories: Employee Services and Employee Activities. Employee Services These are […]
Have you ever noticed when your phone gets to its final battery life things don’t seem to work as well as normal? You find yourself trying to dim the screen, mute notifications and more to save that remaining battery life? The same thing happens with our “internal” batteries! According to SelectHealth.org it is important that we not only recharge our cellphones to be sure they are working at their top performance, but that we do the same with our minds […]
By Jacqueline S. Ruiz Today I’d like to introduce you to a special member of the team and the keeper of our graphic design inspiration, not to mention the love of my life. He’s the amazing designer that has helped grow JJR into one of the fastest-growing full-service marketing and public relations firms in the Chicagoland area….our Creative Director, Juan Pablo Ruiz (a.k.a., JP) The year JP joined the firm, we grew 56%, and mesmerized our clients at the […]
By Jackie Camacho-Ruiz Sig·nif·i·cance (/siɡˈnifikəns/) The quality of being worthy of attention; importance. The meaning to be found in words or events. No matter who you are, where you live, or what you do, you are given one life to live on this Earth. What will you do with that life? Some of us live intentionally, with a plan and a bucket list of things to do. Others never give tomorrow a second thought, or possibly live in fear […]
By Jackie Camacho-Ruiz As you may know, I’m a licensed sports plane pilot. My insides are doing happy loop-dee-loops as I wait excitedly on the runway to take off. As I start to taxi slowly, then pick up speed at an exhilarating rate, the wind begins to lift me slowly and I rise higher and higher. My destiny is in my hands as I suddenly burst into the beautifully vacant field of blue I have come to know and […]
By Jackie Camacho-Ruiz Inspirations motivate and encourage your passions. They’re much more than just ideas and they evoke feelings you may not know you had. An inspiration is life’s way of giving you an outlet to cultivate your passion. The only way to thank life is following through with that inspiration. It took me some time, but I’ve detailed the anatomy of an inspiration, the journey that takes it from inspiration to realization. While this exact journey isn’t always […]