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  • February 2026

  • Wed 11

    Beyond the Horizon: Women in Defense Monthly Webinar Series

    February 11 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Virtual Event

    Big Deal Energy: The Art of Being UnforgettableRegistration Now OpenBig Deal Energy (n.): The confidence of knowing exactly who you are, owning your quirks, and communicating your authentic self unapologetically.You've been taught to tone it down, fit in, and play by rules you didn't write. What if the parts of yourself you've been hiding are […]

  • March 2026

  • Tue 17
    Kim Bode stands next to the words, "Big Deal Energy Q&A: March 17 at 3:30 p.m. ET."

    Big Deal Energy Q&A

    March 17 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
    Virtual Event

    https://youtu.be/R8OA0ZVIIdc You're Kind of a Big Deal Big Deal Energy (n.): The confidence of knowing exactly who you are, owning your quirks, and communicating your authentic self unapologetically.The leaders and brands standing out are not polished or predictable; they are authentic, memorable, and a little or a lot weird – it’s why you remember them. Want […]

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  • April 2026

  • Tue 14
    Kim Bode standing next to the phrase, "It's all about Big Deal Energy (and getting a job): April 14th at 12:30pm E, hosted by Project Management Institute West Michigan"

    theProject™ Collegiate Event

    April 14 @ 12:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    Grand Rapids Chamber 250 Monroe Ave NW #150, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    It’s all about Big Deal Energy™ (and getting a job).Big Deal Energy™(n): The confidence of knowing exactly who you are, owning your QUIRKS™, and communicating your authentic self unapologetically.Employers think […]

  • Wed 22
    Kim Bode poses next to text reading, "Own Your Big Deal Energy: April 22 at 11:30 a.m. at the Administrative Professionals Luncheon. Hosted by Barry County."

    Barry County 2026 Administrative Professionals Luncheon

    April 22 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
    Walldorff Brewpub & Bistro 105 E State St, Hastings, MI, United States

    Big Deal Energy (n.): The confidence of knowing exactly who you are, owning your quirks, and communicating your authentic self unapologetically.The things you’ve been told to hide are what make […]

  • May 2026

  • Thu 21
    Kim Bode poses next to "Step into your Big Deal Energy, hosted by She Leads Society on May 21 at 10 a.m. in Kalamazoo."

    Step into Your Big Deal Energy™

    May 21 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

    Click Here to Register Big Deal Energy™ (n.): The confidence of knowing exactly who you are, owning your QUIRKS™, and communicating your authentic self unapologetically. Big Deal Energy™ is named […]

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Felt fitting to post this sneak peek of the Happy Hour Hustle episode with @meredith.and.the.media. You can’t allow other people to decide your path, if you’re afraid they’re gonna judge you; they will.

Get over it.

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Felt fitting to post this sneak peek of the Happy Hour Hustle episode with @meredith.and.the.media. You can’t allow other people to decide your path, if you’re afraid they’re gonna judge you; they will.

Get over it.

Next time you walk into a networking event, count the people wearing color; black, brown, blue and gray don’t count.

Your personal brand is defined through first impressions, and that happens before you open your mouth. It’s what you wear, how you wear it and the story it tells. It’s your business card, notes you send, the stickers you obviously include.

I started my love of fashion with the iconic brands.Forever 21 and Charlotte Russe - I believe this is what they call throwaway fashion? I couldn’t afford anything else, and I hated the idea of wearing the same thing week after week.

If you want to be noticed and make a statement without opening your mouth, then ditch the gray and be intentional about what you wear. Stop equating your work with boring and dull.

When you dress your personality, you’ll feel more confident and prepared.

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Next time you walk into a networking event, count the people wearing color; black, brown, blue and gray don’t count.

Your personal brand is defined through first impressions, and that happens before you open your mouth. It’s what you wear, how you wear it and the story it tells. It’s your business card, notes you send, the stickers you obviously include. 

I started my love of fashion with the iconic brands.Forever 21 and Charlotte Russe - I believe this is what they call throwaway fashion? I couldn’t afford anything else, and I hated the idea of wearing the same thing week after week.

If you want to be noticed and make a statement without opening your mouth, then ditch the gray and be intentional about what you wear. Stop equating your work with boring and dull.

When you dress your personality, you’ll feel more confident and prepared.

I’m posting these awkward photos of my friend @khristiansilvisforhd84 to invite you to Sips, Salsa, Silvis on July 23, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at @8thirtyfour .

The primaries are under a month away, and Lord knows we need good people representing us. I’ve shared an office with Khristian and her team for the past several months, and she has worked her a** off. I can’t think of anything more awful than going door-to-door in 90-degree weather to talk to people.

She is one of the real ones, so come to 834’s new second-floor digs; I’ll shake you up a margarita, you can pet a dog or three and support fellow margarita lover, Khristian Silvis, in her run for Michigan’s 84th House District.

Register at the link in my profile.

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I’m posting these awkward photos of my friend @khristiansilvisforhd84 to invite you to Sips, Salsa, Silvis on July 23, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at @8thirtyfour .

The primaries are under a month away, and Lord knows we need good people representing us. I’ve shared an office with Khristian and her team for the past several months, and she has worked her a** off. I can’t think of anything more awful than going door-to-door in 90-degree weather to talk to people.

She is one of the real ones, so come to 834’s new second-floor digs; I’ll shake you up a margarita, you can pet a dog or three and support fellow margarita lover, Khristian Silvis, in her run for Michigan’s 84th House District.

Register at the link in my profile.

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