garrison gibbons
people executive
the connective tissue between the brand, business, & people
Sleepless in Harlem
I can’t sleep. I stay up until 3 AM every night staring at the ceiling. Though I could easily blame it on anxiety, I don’t think that’s...
Writing a Book, Because What Else Can I Do?
I began working on a book over the weekend. Right now, it’s looking like a book of essays compiling personal experiences with work...
I miss...
I miss subway delays. I miss the lines at Whole Foods. I miss Sheep’s Meadow on a sunny day. I miss walking through Time Square to get to...
That Awkward Moment When... We Turn To Socialization
I read this tweet yesterday that joked about how socially awkward we are all going to be when all of this is over. At first, I laughed....
The Productivity Rollercoaster Ride That is COVID-19
My productivity and morale have been all over the place lately. I’ve had moments where I’m in my element and in the zone, and moments...
Let Productivity Take A Backseat During This Epidemic
There is this immense pressure we put on ourselves to be productive during this time. Work on that side project you’ve been wanting to...
Social Distancing Requires Certain Privileges
Washing your hands is easy, if you have access to clean water. Killing germs is easy, if you have access to and can afford hand...
Our Internal Response to COVID-19
At Knotch, we have not only had a corporate response to COVID-19, but we have had an internal response as well. From a benefit...
"Future Of Work" is Now.
"Future of Work" is no longer some distant concept. It's here. COVID-19 has forced our hand. It has challenged the way businesses...
Knotch's New Career Site
After hours of work, Knotch has a new career site! Below quote from the new career page about what Knotch means to me: “From the moment I...
The Art of Distraction
Last night, my therapist asked me how I have been coping these last few weeks. I struggled to find an answer. The truth is, I have been...
Privilege Doesn't Go Away During a Crisis
We are all affected by this crisis, but it’s important to remember our privilege now more than ever. This effects us all differently, and...
Forgive Yourself
I’ve been trying to be more forgiving with myself this week. I have spouts of intense focus, where I get more work than I could ever...
Reflecting: One Year at Knotch
A year ago today, I started working at Knotch, and what a year it has been! I have often joked that start up years are like dog years -...
Coping with COVID
We all cope differently in this crisis. At first, I’ll admit, I doubted the severity. Early on, most news seemed to point to just another...
Stigma Breaking During This Crisis
Now, more than ever, it’s important for People leaders to break stigmas. The stigma around this virus. The stigma around mental health....
Stir Crazy
If you are like me, you are going a little bit stir crazy. Little actual face time with others. Limited time outside. Lower energy from...
Productivity for Extroverts During the COVID-19 Epidemic
I’m an extrovert. I didn’t realize the extent to which social interaction effects my day to day until this outbreak. Struggling with...
Me Too: My Harassment Story
When I was 16, I applied to work at a local pizza place that my best friend worked. I didn’t get the job, despite her putting in a good...

















