“You don’t know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have.”-Bob Marley Bob Marley’s words resonate deeply with me because they reveal a universal truth about human resilience. Strength is often invisible, unacknowledged and … [Continue reading]
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 … [Continue reading]
Why Your Value Proposition Matters: The Key to Winning Opportunities
When it comes to securing a role, the art of persuasion lies in one powerful question: What value do you bring to the table? Employers are not in the business of handing out jobs - they’re in the business of solving problems, growing their … [Continue reading]
Rise Above the Noise: Mastering the Competitive Mindset for Job Market Success
In a world drowning in surplus, survival isn’t about simply existing - it’s about standing out. Whether it’s products vying for attention, ideas competing for adoption, or people striving for opportunities, the principle remains the same: excess … [Continue reading]
The Art of Fewer, Deeper Connections: Embracing Minimalism in Relationships
For years, I lived by the mantra of “shake hands and build relationships.” Networking was a cornerstone of my professional identity, a creed that guided the first two decades of my career. I was a Rolodex builder, a collector of names and numbers, … [Continue reading]
Mapping the Mosaic of Relationships: Making Sense of the Bonds That Define Us
Life is a tapestry woven with countless threads of human connection, each unique in its role, depth, and meaning. From the briefest encounters to the deepest bonds, relationships define how we navigate the world. Yet in an era where labels like … [Continue reading]
The Art of Boundaries: How Limits Liberate Growth
Boundaries are not barriers; they’re bridges to clarity, focus, and growth. Yet, in a world that celebrates constant availability and endless hustle, the idea of setting limits can feel counterintuitive. After all, aren’t the most successful people … [Continue reading]
The Subtle Art of Remembering: Why Small Details Make a Big Difference in Relationships
Last Friday, TiECon 2024 was a blast. As a charter member, one of my core responsibilities is to make myself available to the audience, helping them with their questions - whether about the conference itself, work, or business. Networking is a big … [Continue reading]
Elevate Your Circle, Elevate Yourself: The Hidden Power of Influence
"Surround yourself with people that push you to do better. No drama or negativity. Just higher goals and higher motivation. Good times and positive energy. No jealousy or hate. Simply bringing out the absolute best in each other." – Warren … [Continue reading]
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 … [Continue reading]