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 … [Continue reading]
Today, as we celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights - a festival we all know for its radiant lamps and shimmering lights - I invite you to reflect on the light within each of us and the boundless promise of new beginnings we all carry with us. … [Continue reading]
In life, associations are inevitable. From friendships and business partnerships to mentors and colleagues, the relationships we allow into our world shape us more than we often realize. Sometimes, a powerful association carries us beyond our … [Continue reading]
For all our passion for solutions - whether to reimagine industries, improve personal lives, or reshape the world around us - the path to real, impactful change is far from simple. Solutions fail, not because we lack effort or intent, but because we … [Continue reading]
In the rush of modern life, filled with deadlines, demands, and a relentless stream of change, we’re often tempted to find comfort in a fixed plan - a defined path toward a neatly imagined outcome. Planning, of course, has its place. But in a world … [Continue reading]
From 2008 to 2012, I had the privilege of leading the TalentBridge program at OCRI, dedicated to developing practical innovators - young individuals from Ottawa ready to think creatively, adapt swiftly, and drive meaningful change. Our foundation at … [Continue reading]
This Thursday evening, Bharat Rudra received the "2024 Lifetime Achievement Award" from Volunteer Ottawa at the vOscars Awards. It was a deeply meaningful night, as I finally had the chance to shine a light on a man who has quietly devoted his entire … [Continue reading]
A recent conversation with Michael LaChapelle on strategic design reminded me of the sheer importance of adaptability and resilience. There’s a certain allure to making plans. Plans give us order, predictability, and a map to follow when the world … [Continue reading]
In a world that idolizes results, we often lose sight of what matters most: the experience itself. Seth Godin captures it perfectly: “Life is like skiing. Just like skiing, the goal is not to get to the bottom of the hill. It’s to have a bunch of … [Continue reading]