Okay, I admit it – the title is a bit misleading. As I write this article I’m preparing for a work trip and wrestling with mom guilt. I wish I could say – yeah, it’s no problem being a working, entrepreneur mom who often has to travel. I got this covered. I don’t. But I am working on overcoming my…

The term work life balance was coined in the UK in the late 1970s but wasn’t well used in North America until the late 1980s. I don’t know about you, but I was surprised to learn it’s been around for over 40 years. Having grown up during this timeframe, I can safely say I never heard my parents use this…

Navigating what’s hot in social media can be exhausting. But it doesn’t have to be. Here are 5 social media trends to weave into your digital marketing plans for 2020. Real person. Real voice. Storytelling Quality over quantity Content not algorithms Be authentic 1. Real person. Real voice. No one relates to corporate or sales speak. No one! Stop writing…

As I sit on a ferry, preparing for a week full of facilitating workshops and client meetings, I find myself thinking of ways to add fun into a full schedule. Working as a consultant with clients across Canada, planes, trains and ferries are a regular part of my work travel.  Instead of dreading work trips, I now look forward to…

When I first started working as a consultant, I said yes to everything that came my way. I was hungry (literally and figuratively), building my business and didn’t think I could afford to say no to work, speaking or volunteer opportunities. And then I learned there is more power (and respect) in saying no than in saying yes. In my…

In a world of electronic communications, how often do you receive handwritten letters or cards in the mail? What is your reaction when you find a hand addressed envelope mixed with your bills and junk mail? Are you upset and grumbling or does it bring a smile to your face? I’m expecting you inspect the envelope, look at the return…