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Steady Steps: Finding Peace from South Windsor to the Quinnipiac Linear Trail

Posted on February 18, 2026March 10, 2026 by Justin Calabrese

Growing up in South Windsor, some of my most meaningful moments didn’t happen in a classroom or a boardroom — they happened outside at Nevers Road Park. Long before I was building companies, writing books, or managing the daily pressures that come with responsibility, I was walking those paths. Sometimes once, sometimes several times over….

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How I Learned to Sell Before I Learned to Drive

Posted on February 14, 2026March 10, 2026 by Justin Calabrese

I learned how to close a sale before I ever held a driver’s license. That sentence still makes me smile — not because it sounds impressive, but because of how unlikely it was. Most teenagers are focused on passing their road test, saving for their first car, or figuring out weekend plans. I was learning…

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Why NPR Chose a 16-Year-Old Entrepreneur: A Reflection on Starting JC Surveillance

Posted on February 12, 2026March 10, 2026 by Justin Calabrese

When I was 16 years old, I received a phone call that most teenagers would never expect. National Public Radio wanted to interview me. At the time, I wasn’t thinking about media exposure, branding, or publicity. I was thinking about motion sensors, wiring systems, and how to convince adults that a teenager could protect their…

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How I Earned a Rare Double Lifetime Induction Into a Prestigious Business Honor Society

Posted on January 31, 2026March 10, 2026 by Justin Calabrese

I am grateful to have been awarded a rare double lifetime induction into Beta Gamma Sigma, one of the world’s most respected business honor societies. This recognition reflects academic achievement and professional engagement in the field of business, and I view it as both an honor and a responsibility. Beta Gamma Sigma recognizes top-performing business…

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The Most Expensive Message I’ve Ever Paid For In New York City — And Why It Was Worth It

Posted on January 5, 2026March 10, 2026 by Justin Calabrese

Standing on a big digital billboard in New York City is one of those moments that doesn’t feel real at first. You grow up seeing those screens in movies, watching brands fight for attention in the brightest, loudest, most crowded advertising space in the world. They’re symbols of arrival. Of success. Of money. Of influence….

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Stepping Into 2026: Creating What Matters, On My Terms

Posted on January 3, 2026March 10, 2026 by Justin Calabrese

2026 feels different to me. Not in the loud, fireworks-and-noise way, but in a quieter, more intentional way. It feels like a year where I stop rushing to prove things and start choosing what genuinely brings me joy, clarity, and meaning. I’m not chasing chaos this year. I’m planning with purpose. For me, 2026 isn’t…

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What It Means To Publish My Third Book: The Apology Mindset

Posted on December 8, 2025December 8, 2025 by Justin Calabrese

There’s a moment every author knows well: the quiet pause after finishing a manuscript, when you close the laptop, exhale, and realize that something deeply personal is about to leave your hands and enter the world. Publishing The Apology Mindset, my third book, has given me that familiar feeling—but this time, it carries a different weight,…

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What 150+ Businesses Taught Me About Entrepreneurship, Ego, and the Power of Being Teachable

Posted on November 22, 2025November 22, 2025 by Justin Calabrese

I still remember the moment I realized people were finally starting to take me seriously. I was young, ambitious, and building what many would have called a “small business,” yet my vision was anything but small. When NPR featured me for launching a company at such a young age, it felt surreal — not because…

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The Holidays, Through My Eyes: Why Family, Kindness, and Connection Matter Most

Posted on November 22, 2025November 22, 2025 by Justin Calabrese

The holiday season has always meant more to me than twinkling lights, perfectly wrapped gifts, or a table overflowing with food (though let’s be honest — I will never say no to a second helping). For me, the holidays are about something far deeper: connection. They are about slowing down in a world that constantly…

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Still Here: A Journey Through Healing and Self-Discovery

Posted on November 22, 2025November 22, 2025 by Justin Calabrese

Twelve years have passed since I walked out of the darkest season of my life, and my understanding of mental health has transformed into something far more layered, intentional, and sacred. Back then, mental health meant survival. Today, it means awareness, gentleness, boundaries, and the courage to keep choosing myself even when memories echo louder…

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justincalabrese

Retail Entrepreneur, Published Author, Tech Business Consultant, Digital Musical Artist, Human Rights Advocate, and Former @HuffPost Contributor.

Good memories, amazing food, and beautiful weather Good memories, amazing food, and beautiful weather in Quebec City. A trip filled with unforgettable moments, charming streets, and views that never get old. #QuebecCity #MemorialDayWeekend #Travel #Canada
12 hours of travel but we made it. Nothing like a 12 hours of travel but we made it. Nothing like a weekend getaway for the Memorial Day holiday.  Time to check emails and relax before dinner. Happy #MemorialDayWeekend
The moments you live for. #kittpeak #Arizona #Suns The moments you live for. #kittpeak #Arizona #Sunset
On the road again… On the road again…
Always been into #tech and figuring things out as Always been into #tech and figuring things out as I go. Still learning every day. The #Tesla is just a cool part of the #journey.
#LakeComo is beautiful in every way. #LakeComo is beautiful in every way.
Two years ago from today I started my weight loss Two years ago from today I started my weight loss journey. Diabetes, liver disease, high blood pressure and more. Today, 60+ lbs lost and still keeping the weight off with no health conditions. The journey has been life changing to say the least.  #weightloss #health #happiness #life
This is us, exploring the historic temples of Delp This is us, exploring the historic temples of Delphi, Greece—where ancient history meets breathtaking views. What an amazing day ❤️. 

#Delphi #Greece #AncientHistory #TravelDiaries #ExploreGreece
Standing before the Parthenon in Athens is a power Standing before the Parthenon in Athens is a powerful reminder that true greatness is built with vision, patience, and purpose. What we create today has the potential to become tomorrow’s legacy.

#Athens #Parthenon #Acropolis #TravelInspiration #Legacy
Mental health matters because behind every smile i Mental health matters because behind every smile is a story we may never see. Take care of your mind—it’s just as important as your success. 💚

#MentalHealthMatters #EndTheStigma #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfCare
Another #cold weekend. Another #cold weekend.
Never too late for a workout. Never too late for a workout.
@wendys #tendys run in the @lotuscars @wendys #tendys run in the @lotuscars
Honored and grateful to be inducted into a double Honored and grateful to be inducted into a double lifetime membership with Beta Gamma Sigma, one of the top honor societies representing accredited business schools worldwide. This recognition reflects a journey shaped by learning, hard work, and the mentors who guided me along the way. Thank you to the University of Hartford and the Barney School of Business for the foundation and support. In just 2 days, I begin my doctoral journey—excited, humbled, and ready for what’s next. #LetsDoThis #Business #HonorsSociety #Honored
Winter storm #2026 #snowshoeing. Winter storm #2026 #snowshoeing.
The quiet before the storm. Stay safe everyone. The quiet before the storm. Stay safe everyone.
#stonehenge England. Amazing memories from our wee #stonehenge England. Amazing memories from our weekend trip across the world. #life #travelphotography #travelgram #viral
A quick #stockmarket update as #stocks start off t A quick #stockmarket update as #stocks start off the year on a high note and the U.S. faces uncertainty with #venezuela #2026 #DJIA
@johnlegere you have inspired me to make a #Sunday @johnlegere you have inspired me to make a #Sunday night #Chili. #crockpotsunday #crockpotmeals #crockpot
#Memories that shaped me. #Lessons that strengthen #Memories that shaped me. #Lessons that strengthened me. #Grateful for everything #2025 gave me. #viral
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