There's an unspoken rule about not taking up too much space in a conversation. You share something, then pull back and ask about them. Don't overshare, don't go on too long, don't make it about you. We've all internalised it. Which is what makes Personal Stories so disarming.
Incredible to see my Brazilian black tarantula (Grammostola pulchra) molt out in the open. I watched for an hour and a half as he shed his old skin, then crawled into his hide. Has anyone else caught a molt on camera?
Nothing like setting up a shot for 10 minutes to record a short unboxing of you new laptop… only to realise you didn’t hit record. 🤦♀️
Discussion about making friends as an adult with a 9 year old: "You can't just ask someone to be your friend? That's sad" Yes... yes, it is.
Moved an instruction card further from my face just to read it. That's new. Could have felt old. Instead I thought about everyone who never got more years. More ordinary moments. Getting older is a privilege. Wrinkles and reading glasses and all of it. ❤️
It is @buffer.com retreat time! This year, my kids tried a new tactic to stop me leaving: spiders on my suitcase. 😆
When I imagined my sabbatical, I thought I'd dive straight in. Daily workouts. Finance stuff I've been avoiding. Finally working on my AI projects. Becoming that optimised version of myself. Instead… I've been cooking. (1/3)
We’re hiring an Operations and Automation Specialist on the People team at @Buffer! 🥳 🌎 Fully remote 🗓️ 4-day work week 💙 Values-led, transparency-first culture 💰 $108,584 - $139,952 USD + equity Apply here: buffer.com/journey/6c89... (more details below 👇 )
Operations and Automation Specialist – Buffer
Buffer job opening: we'd love to hear from systems-minded operators and builders to work cross-functionally across our global, remote team.
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I spent five years looking forward to my sabbatical… then didn’t take it. For most of my first five years at @Buffer.com, my sabbatical felt like this fun internal countdown. A little milestone on the horizon. Then I hit five years… and I didn’t book it. (1/8)
Ages 5-10 are peak parenthood. They are still young enough for cuddles and love hanging out with you, but are old enough to let you sleep in on weekends and get themselves sorted.
For the first time in six years, I’m about to step away from work… completely. In 3 weeks, I'll be starting a 7-week (fully paid) sabbatical from my role at @buffer.com.
Just watched the @Buffer.com January 2026 All-hands and it has left me incredibly emotional (in a good way). (1/5)
I’m very much a ‘this might be useful someday’ person. But our house is next level chaotic with the sheer volume of things, so I am trying to change my ways. Yesterday we sold our plastic slide and mini coupes car - and I was lowkey sad and actually said goodbye to them. 😂 Anyone else?
My toxic trait is watching furniture restoration videos and believing I can now restore furniture (with 0 experience in woodworking).
One of my goals this year was to create more and put myself out there (on social media and beyond). Love this little end of year @Buffer.com surprise that was a small celebration of my progress as a creator (and less of a consumer).
The highlight of coming back to work after our company closure at @buffer.com, is connecting with everyone on the team about what they got up to during the break. Being on break at the same time, means we all have stories to share. It really helps you feel closer as a fully remote team.❤️
Seeing a lot of buzz around The Traitors... is this the US or UK versions? Trying to find out without accidentally stumbling across spoilers. Bonus question: Definitely worth a watch?
We close @Buffer.com for the last week of the year, and it really feels different from any other vacation. With everyone off at the same time, there is no post-vacation catch up or things you missed. It truly is a reset before the new year. Here is why and how we do it: buffer.com/resources/cl...
Why and How We Close Buffer For The Last Week Of The Year
Every year since 2016 we've closed Buffer for a week at the end of the year. It’s like a reset, except across the whole company.
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Looking back at my 2025 goals and honestly... it's messy. I wanted to build community online, get fit, be intentional with my time, sort out my finances. Here's what actually happened: (1/6)
How 1 Jan 2026 started vs how it ended. Thought I'd start the year right with a light run while on vacation. Then in the evening, I went ahead and got the worst ankle sprain of my life. I guess I am out of commission for a few weeks. 😅
We just wrapped up 2025 for the Customer Advocacy team at @Buffer.com. Zooming out like this reminded me that progress isn’t always loud. (1/3)
The little guy dug all the way to the back of his enclosure - but I can still see him *muahaha* #tarantulas #brazilianblack #grammostolapulchra
Anyone have recommendations for resources a millenial parent could use to quickly get up to speed with how kids do math these days (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)? It feels very different from how I learnt it. 😅
I turned 40 and gave myself the best present: proof that I can do things I once thought were impossible. I ran a half marathon. Finished in 3h06m. For many people, that’s slow. For me, it was everything. Here’s to surprising ourselves, and doing the hard things we never thought we could.
Absolutely amazing experience at the Amazing Thailand Marathon in Bangkok! The wonderful vibes, the beautiful sights, the plentiful water stations 😅. It was one of the best experiences of my life. Khàawp khun khâ #amazingthailandmarathon2025
We are now officially at #halfmarathon week (4 days to go until race day) and I am so anxious! I am still slow but my aim is to finish before all the the cutoff times. The faster the better - but the goal to finish and get that medal. Any tips for race week?
The coolest man on Physical Asia! What a legend. I had to smile whenever he was on screen. He was just great vibes. Can't quite put my finger on it. Would love to know everyone's fave's. #physicalasia #teammongolia
We’re hiring a Senior Engineer – Growth Marketing at @Buffer.com! 🥳 🌍 Fully remote 📆 4-day work week ❤️ Values-led company 💰 Transparent pay: $156.5K–$202.3K • Offers equity 🔗 Apply here: buffer.com/journey/a661...
Started watching Physical Asia at episode 6 (only on episode 10 now so no spoilers please!). Should I go back and watch the first five episodes when I am done?
