Summer is all about energy, momentum, and making the most of those long, sunny days. For businesses and community leaders, that means staying front and center in your customers’ and constituents’ minds. The conversations you have now can spark lasting loyalty and keep...

Power Moves
Power Moves is your go-to CWJ newsletter for the latest insights into business growth, political strategy, and occasionally just fun stuff. Below, we’ve highlighted a selection of articles featured in the newsletter. To receive the full edition directly in your inbox, sign up today!”
Start a Ripple. Mave a Wave. 🌊
We all know someone who’s quick to spot a problem but stops short of doing anything about it. Noticing an issue is one thing — real change starts when we shift from “someone should” to “I will.” Take Dallas resident Lori Charles. When she saw cars speeding down her...
Tidy Up to Level Up 🧹: Spring Cleaning for Smart Businesses
Spring is the season for clearing out the clutter—and your business is no exception. Old habits, outdated tools, and clunky processes could be slowing you down. Now’s the time to reset, refocus, and make room for what actually moves the needle. 🧠 Nerd Alert: Remember...
Don’t Leave Relationships Out in the Cold ❄️ — Warm Up Your Network!
Ever had a friend who only calls when they need something? Don’t be that person in business. Relationships — whether with clients, colleagues, or mentors — need a little TLC to stay strong. It’s easy to get caught up in the daily grind and assume your network will...
New Year, Same Us (but better) 💪: What we’re bringing into 2025 from last year’s lessons.
As the CWJ Team kicks off 2025, we’ve been reflecting on the lessons we’re taking forward from last year. One of the biggest game-changers for us in 2024 was more effectively incorporating AI into our processes. By integrating AI tools, we streamlined tasks like data...
Serving Up a Feast of PR Tips 🍽️: A Recipe for Success This Holiday Season 🍂
They say, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure," and when it comes to your business or organization, nothing rings truer. A public relations strategy is your trusty ounce of prevention, ensuring you're ready to tackle potential pitfalls before they...
Unmasking the Mystery 🔮: What Exactly is the Electoral College?
With Halloween and election season here, it’s a great time to clear up some mysteries — like: Why is the United States a constitutional republic and not a pure democracy? How does the Electoral College fit in? The U.S. as a Republic In a republic, we elect...
🇺🇸 Constitution Day Scoop
Constitution Day Scoop: Secrets & Surprises of the World's Oldest Rulebook 🇺🇸 Happy Constitution Day! As we celebrate this incredible 237-year-old blueprint for our nation, we thought it’d be fun to dig up some quirky facts about its origins. Buckle up for some...
CWJ Celebrates 4 Years! 🎂🎉
This month marks four years since the launch of our business. When we first started out, we met with mentors and respected members of the business community to get their advice on how to be successful and make a positive impact in our community. In one of those...
🏅Going for Gold
They may have been awarded Bronze, but their hearts of Gold were on full display! Congrats to the US Men’s Gymnastics Team on clinching an Olympic medal for the first time in 16 years, thanks to Pommel Horse powerhouse Stephen Nedoroscik! Going for Gold If you’re...
What’s in a Name?
Former President George W. Bush was well known for getting words mixed up. So much so that when Saturday Night Live writers made up “strategery,” President Bush himself thought he’d said it! At CWJ, we often find that a clear definition of strategy is just as unknown...
🏫 Casting an Educated Ballot…in May?
Earlier this month, Texans across the state cast ballots in school bond elections. The CWJ team is very active in school bond elections - in fact, this year we worked with several communities from Hallettsville (near San Antonio) to just up the road in Longview, pass...
💰The importance of investing in yourself
This month, the CWJ Team took advantage of several opportunities to invest in ourselves. We recognize that we can offer better service to our clients, be better team members, and be more fulfilled individuals when we take the time to sharpen our skills with personal...
🗳️ Smith County Speaks: Tracking Turnout and Trends in the Primaries
You’ve seen the signs and mailers, and you hear from political candidates every time you turn on the radio or watch the news. But have you voted? The CWJ team is tracking the election closely. Here’s how Smith County voters measure up! As of yesterday, 13,401 voters...
🗝️ Keys to running a successful nonprofit
As we kick off a new year, many of us may also begin a new venture serving on the board of a nonprofit. Or, maybe you are a nonprofit leader busy onboarding new board members and volunteers. Whether a board member or volunteer, executive director or frontline...