Entrepreneurship is often mischaracterized as a pursuit of wealth. From the outside, it can seem like a game of chasing funding, maximizing profits, and striving for exits that promise generational riches. But ask any entrepreneur who has poured their heart into building something from the ground … [Read more...]
The Quiet Strength That Holds the World Together
The world often feels like it’s teetering on the edge - fractured by polarizing conversations, amplified by the unrelenting noise of media, and shadowed by the struggles so many face in silence. Social platforms magnify the extremes, and headlines thrive on conflict, leaving many of us grappling … [Read more...]
Buying Canadian Isn’t Enough – We Need to Build Canadian and Back Our Builders
I’ve always believed that Canada is a country of builders. We don’t always make a big deal about it, but we have this quiet, determined way of solving problems. We innovate, we adapt, and we find workarounds when things don’t go as planned. But for all that resourcefulness, we don’t seem to own … [Read more...]
You Can’t Pour From an Empty Cup: Why Taking Care of Yourself Comes First
I’ve always believed that taking care of others is a core part of being human. Whether it’s leading a team, supporting a friend, or even just showing up for your family, giving your energy to those you care about feels right. But here's the thing I’ve come to realize in my own life: you can't … [Read more...]
The Quiet Confidence of a Country That Doesn’t Need to Be the Greatest
I’ve never understood the obsession some countries have with declaring themselves the greatest. It’s as if the louder you say it, the more true it becomes. But real greatness doesn’t need a microphone. It doesn’t have to be shouted from rooftops or woven into political speeches. It isn’t … [Read more...]
Finding Fun in Unfun Moments: A Lesson in Resilience
It’s easy to find joy when everything is going smoothly. But what about those moments when life feels heavy? When you’re caught in the grind, or things just aren’t going your way? That’s when the real magic happens. The ability to find fun in unfun situations - turning a tough moment into … [Read more...]
The Trump Playbook: How He Shapes the Game Before It’s Even Played
"You ever notice how Trump always seems to control the conversation?" Sam looked up from his coffee, smirking. "I used to think it was just noise," he said. "But it’s not, is it?" "No," I said, shaking my head. "It’s strategy, leverage, and spectacle. Whether you love him or hate him, you have … [Read more...]
Replace the Numbing with the Nourishing
I’ve been thinking a lot about habits lately Not the big, dramatic ones we obsess over at the start of a new year, but the quiet, everyday ones that shape us in ways we don’t always notice. The way we start our mornings, how we spend the in-between moments, what we turn to when we’re tired or … [Read more...]
Master Your Energy, Not Just Your Productivity
For years, I chased productivity. I tried every hack, every system, every method that promised to make me more efficient. I optimized my calendar, batched my tasks, minimized distractions, and stacked my habits. And for a while, it worked - until it didn’t. Because no matter how many systems I … [Read more...]
Be Someone People Want to Work With
Over the years, I’ve come to realize that the difference between someone who thrives and someone who merely exists in their work isn’t just about their talent or intelligence - it’s how they show up for others. The people we remember, the ones we want to work with again and again, aren’t just the … [Read more...]