Hickory Algorithm Newsletter
Influence
The Influence Around Us
The Influence Around Us
It’s easy to forget how much of who we are is shaped by what surrounds us.
Music.
Family.
Mentors.
Books.
Moments.
Ask any teenager today what influences them, and you’ll hear a mix of names, lyrics, TikToks, podcasts, and life lessons from a grandparent or teacher that stuck.
That’s not a weakness—that’s the beauty of being human.
Influence isn’t something we escape. It’s something we learn to recognize—and shape.
For a high school student, influence matters more than ever.
They’re standing at the edge of something big.
And the question isn’t just what they’ll do—
It’s who they’ll become in the process.
When we create space for students to explore why something moves them or who they’re listening to, we’re not just building thinkers—
We’re building foundations.
So be kind to those getting ready to graduate.
You remember being that age—the pressure, the uncertainty, the expectation that you’re supposed to know what you’ll do for the rest of your life.
They’re stepping into the last month before the big leap.
That’s what’s up. 💪
Featured Event:
📆May 21st
Business on Top, Party on the Bottom!
LINK———→ Event Page on Facebook for all information HERE
Trace Weidner , president of the Lake Norman BNI Business Nexus and fellow 100 point club member of BNI’s Power of One report. Trace has excelled his unique style into his group by being himself. He surprised the members during their 60 seconds by turning their photos from themselves into muppet forms. That’s top shelf fun.
This event speaks the kind of networking events I love, ones with purpose. Purpose doesn’t have to be serious. Purpose is you uniquely yours. Whomever wants to car pool with me, LQQKING at you BNI FOOTHILLS REFERRAL NETWORK HICKORY 😈
Join us for a one-of-a-kind networking event where the dress code is half professional, half party—and all fun!
Date: Tuesday, May 21st
Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
Location: Pomodoros Italian American Café
Throw on your best blazer or blouse… and pair it with your wildest shorts, skirts, party pants, or whatever screams good vibes!
It’s networking with a twist—because business doesn’t have to be boring.
Make connections.
Share laughs.
Be unforgettable.
We can’t wait to see your best “business on top, party on the bottom” look!
There will be a contest for best outfit, with the winner receiving a special prize from Lake Norman Business Nexus.
📆 May 3rd - Grand Opening
From the cover of the Hickory Daily Record to opening! Inferno Tavern features a pool room, live music, food, cocktails, and a bourbon room - A BOURBON ROOM!
📆 May 3rd - Festival
Link: Taylorsville Apple Festival, Inc.
We'll have a wide selection of hats to choose from, and you can customize your perfect look with our patches and accessories.
Don't miss out on this exciting event - mark your calendars and we'll see you there!
📆 May 10th
LINK———> Facebook Event Page
Mark your calendar for Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 10 AM to 4 PM to attend the Foothills Folk Art Festival in Downtown Newton!
This family-friendly festival will showcase local and regional artists, artist demos, hands-on art activities for children, live music, food from area restaurants and food truck vendors, beer gardens, and more!
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