KNOW NEWSLETTER
January 2025
New year, same you?
We begin each year with one question in mind: What will I accomplish? Will I finally save money for a trip abroad? Cut back on doomscrolling? Kick my daily Diet Coke habit?
Every year, we imagine transformation, and every year, our aspirations fizzle out by February. March, if we’re determined.
The good news? Goals don’t have expiration dates. Deciding to work out again on a random Monday in June is just as effective as January 1. That’s why our Downtime pick this month is the TED podcast episode, You can do better than a New Year’s resolution. It’s a great reminder that self-improvement doesn’t follow a calendar.
If you’re kickstarting healthy habits and Dry January this month, try the Spicy Lemon-Ginger Tonic recipe from the Drink & Food section. It’s more exciting than water, healthier than a chardonnay, and packed with nutrients.
New year resolutions aren’t just about personal goals – they’re also an opportunity to give back. One way is to support our Dress for Success clothing drive this January.
Find all this and more in our first-ever edition of the KNOW Newsletter.
Upcoming Events
Dress for Success Clothing Drive
January 9 – February 5
Join us in supporting the Dress for Success clothing drive this January.
What would you wear to nail a job interview?
Dress for Success is looking for professional attire that builds confidence and helps clients make a strong first impression. Please donate clean, seasonal suits or apparel (no more than 5 years old), that are interview-ready and bring them on hangers.
Clothing racks will be dropped off at your location for the drive. If you have questions, please reach out to us at knownews@kompasskapital.com.
Don’t worry – hangers will also be provided so you can keep yours!
Clothing Guidelines
Acceptable Items
- SEASONAL women interview appropriate suits on hangers (Need women large sizes, 20+, 1x-5x)
- Women interview appropriate WHITE or neutral blouses on hangers (Need all sizes)
- Men interview appropriate suits on hangers (all sizes)
- Men business shoes (sizes 9-13, all sizes in between)
- New undergarments (men & women all sizes)
- New work appropriate men & women trouser socks
Non-acceptable Items
- Non-Professional Clothing (athletic wear, shorts, pajamas, etc.)
- Holiday Costumes
- Cocktail or Formalwear
- Clothing in trash bags that are not on hangers, this avoids wrinkles and odor
Galentine’s Day
Wednesday, February 5 at 3:30 PM
Join us for our Galentine’s Day event next month. More details to come!
PROMOTIONS & RECOGNITIONS
Women in Trucking Conference
Last November, the DLX ladies attended the Women in Trucking Conference! They enjoyed soaking in the latest on industry trends, making new connections, and even taking the wheel of a brand-new semi.
Brianna Pobjoy
Brianna received a shoutout as part of DLX’s Meat Shipping Experts campaign. Read her full spotlight below:
Brianna has been with DLX since March 2023, working as one of our talented Logistics Coordinators.
She brings a passion for facilitating communication amongst all key supply chain players; coordinating timely and accurate shipments; and identifying and fixing shipping errors in real time.
Thank you, Brianna Pobjoy for all that you do for DLX and our partners!
Laura Sherman
Congratulations to Laura on her promotion to Director of Corporate Affairs at Moonshot Solutions!.
Stephanie Newman
Stephanie received a shoutout from Moonshot recently, highlighting her great work. Read her full spotlight below:
Stephanie joined Moonshot in May 2023 and quickly made her mark as a talented Cybersecurity Analyst 1. She developed our Penetration Test team, a new branch under the security department, dedicated to identifying vulnerabilities and testing defenses. This initiative has improved our ability to forecast threats and protect client assets.
Her manager shared their high praise: “Her technical expertise and drive to innovate have transformed how we approach security challenges. Stephanie’s leadership, dedication, and forward-thinking approach have made a lasting impact”.
Thank you, Stephanie, for your hard work and commitment to excellence!
PSST!
Drink & Food Recipes
Spicy Lemon-Ginger Tonic
Ingredients
10 oz. ginger, peeled, coarsely chopped
5 wide stripes lemon zest
1 cup fresh lemon juice (5-6 lemons)
¼ cup honey
Pinch of cayenne
Pinch of kosher salt
Seltzer (optional; for serving)
Lemon wheels or twists (for serving)
Preparation
Bring 10 oz. ginger, peeled, coarsely chopped, 5 wide strips lemon zest, 1 cup fresh lemon juice, ¼ cup honey, pinch of cayenne pepper, pinch of kosher salt, and ½ cup water to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce heat and simmer until mixture is darkened in color and reduced by about one third, 30–40 minutes.
Strain tonic through a fine-mesh sieve into a small bowl or measuring glass, pressing on solids to release as much liquid as possible; discard solids (you should have ½–⅔ cup tonic).
To serve hot, pour 2 Tbsp. tonic into each mug. Top with hot water as desired and garnish with lemon wheels or twists.
To serve cold, pour 2 Tbsp. tonic into each ice-filled glass. Top with seltzer as desired and garnish with lemon wheels or twists.
Do ahead: Tonic can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.
Recipe from Bon Appetit.
Downtime
Your downtime is precious. Fill your cup with an activity that nurtures, inspires, and is plain-old fun.
Our January Recommendation:
TED Podcast: How to Be a Better Human – You can do better than a New Year’s resolution
Host, Chris Duffy, interviews Gretchen Rubin, author of the “Happiness Project” and “The Four Tendencies” about the best time to start a habit, goal-setting frameworks, and tips for forming good habits.
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