I don’t have children, nor do I blindly endorse social media or web-based businesses. But I’ve spent enough time reflecting on how profoundly these platforms affect and impact our children to know that the questions folks around me raise deserve a more thoughtful approach than either resignation or … [Read more...]
Bridging the Gap: The Art of Strategic Connection
Every so often, I come across people who, in the simplest ways, change everything for me. It’s not because they have the answers to all the questions I’ve been asking, but because they understand the gaps that I couldn’t even see. And then they have a name, or two, to suggest for who can help me … [Read more...]
From Dreams to Dynasties – The Watumull Story: A Generational Odyssey in Resilience and Vision
This morning, as I sipped my coffee and prepared for the final stretch of 2024, I stumbled upon a story that jolted me with inspiration. It was a BBC article about a family of Indian descent ("The Watumull's") who arrived in Hawaii in the early 1900s, seeking nothing more than opportunity and the … [Read more...]
The Art of Reinvention: Why Evolution Defines Success
Lamborghini once built tractors. Samsung sold groceries. LG started with facial creams, and IKEA began as a pen company. These origin stories are more than quirky anecdotes. They are powerful reminders of the transformative potential of reinvention. Business models, like the organizations that … [Read more...]
The Future Isn’t Found, It’s Built
“The best way to create the future is to build it.” - Peter Drucker There’s a profound power in Drucker’s words, a truth that resonates deeply across all facets of life. Futures don’t unfold by themselves - they are crafted, brick by brick, by those who dare to move beyond dreaming into … [Read more...]
The 90/90/1 Rule: A Simple, Transformative Framework for Achieving Mastery
Life often feels like an unrelenting wave of to-dos, distractions, and competing priorities. Amidst this chaos, the question isn’t whether we’re busy - it’s whether we’re busy with what truly matters. Enter the 90/90/1 Rule, a life-altering framework introduced by Robin Sharma, the celebrated author … [Read more...]
The Power of a Great Pitch: Turning Ideas into Movements
Ideas are the currency of progress, but ideas alone are not enough. To transform them into reality, to rally support, or to inspire action, you must know how to pitch them. A great pitch isn’t about dazzling theatrics or overloading your audience with data - it’s about connection. It’s about … [Read more...]
The Road to TiECon: Capturing Ottawa’s Entrepreneurial Heartbeat
When you’ve been part of something from its earliest spark to its present impact, a particular resonance stays with you - a resonance of purpose, pride, and progress. For me, that something is TiECon Canada. Eleven years ago, on a long drive to Boston, TiECon was born in a conversation that began as … [Read more...]
The Poetry of Clarity: Crafting Value Propositions That Speak
In a world that often celebrates complexity, the beauty of clarity shines brighter. As businesses, leaders, and creators, we’re constantly challenged to answer a deceptively simple question: Why should someone choose us? Beneath the layers of branding and marketing lies a truth - people don’t buy … [Read more...]
The Grit Behind the Glee: Cultivating Entrepreneurial Toughness
Entrepreneurship is often glorified as a glamorous journey of innovation and freedom. Yet, behind the allure lies a stark reality that separates dreamers from doers: a unique form of resilience known as entrepreneurial toughness. This intrinsic strength is not merely a trait; it’s a necessity for … [Read more...]