As 2022 begins, I’d like to share my recommendations for what to read and listen to this year. I would love to hear about your favourite books and podcasts, so please email me with your … Read More
Slowing Down to the Speed of Life
Like many of you, much of my life has been traversed in what often seemed to be a race. From the time I was a teenager, I had a packed schedule and juggled part-time jobs, … Read More
Navigating the Tsunami of Disruption
I easily recall the 2008/2009 global financial crisis. I had worked in financial services for over two decades and I saw the growing risk profile in the United States, particularly related to consumer debt and … Read More
Free Ice Cream!
As I was driving north of downtown this morning, I spotted a sign, “Free Ice Cream for all children during Stampede.” I was unable to stop but it reminded me of a brilliant marketing, revenue-generating and brand-building example.
Perfect Comes with a Cost
This beautiful (and delicious) birthday cake was partly prepared and entirely decorated by our two-and-a-half-year-old grandson. To me, part of its beauty lies in its imperfection. Although, who am I to presume it was not … Read More
Disruption Will Eliminate Entry Level Jobs
Many organizations aren’t aware that disruption is going to eliminate entry-level jobs. Everybody understands that it’s happened in manufacturing. Disruption is also going to affect education, banking and financial services, and even other professional jobs.
The 360 Degree CEO: Unwavering Integrity
In my book, The 360 Degree CEO: Generating Profits While Leading and Living with Passion and Principles, one of the things I talk about as a hallmark of 360 Degree leaders is unwavering integrity. At … Read More
Howler Monkeys and Leaving My Corporate Career
When we travelled in Costa Rica, we first heard and then saw howler monkeys. Their calls are incredibly loud and powerful. But when we saw them, we discovered that they’re much smaller than their cries … Read More
Diversity: Creating a Beautiful Symphony
Our house is filled with fun chaos and noise as seven family members are visiting us this week. They range from 2 to 47 and so there are lots of differing games, food choices, sleep schedules, … Read More