30
Dec

Seven Time Management Tips I Am Putting To Use In 2014

I am not one for New Year’s resolutions, but I do find it helpful to reflect on the past year and think about ways to make improvements on your life and work for the upcoming year. As I am reflecting on the past year, I am realizing that I have been BUSY with my business. Very busy. In fact, I’ve gotten out of touch with friends and family …
19
Dec

Who is in your corner? Appreciation for amazing support for my new business

Over a year ago now, I started on a journey to start my own business. Since then, I’ve learned a lot about myself, about the administrative parts of running a business, and about what I really love to do (create, inspire and develop potential). But the most critical lesson I’ve learned is how important it is to have strong support people …
03
Aug

Success Without Motherhood – Guest Post

Foreword from Pam: This post is a little different for this site, but it struck a chord with me, bringing back memories of the sympathetic looks I often get when I say I’m single or without children. In fact, I have had people literally say “Oh, I’m so sorry – that’s okay – you still have time to get married and have …
06
Sep

Reflections on how to find happiness by conquering fear

A few months ago, I ran for a Director of Communication position for my chapter of the HRPA, and lost. I’d be lying if I didn’t say I can’t stand losing anything, but I was fully inspired by the leader who won the position, who had about 20 years of corporate communication experience and runs her own communications company. She was …
03
Aug

Life Lessons from Steve Jobs

Over the past few months, I’ve been “standing on the edge of a precipice” (thanks Jacqui @gosocialsa for the analogy and the inspiration). I finally made my decision to follow my heart, and take a leap of faith. Although my mind was already made up, videos like this continue to inspire me and confirm that I’ve made the right …
15
Jun

Engage your heart and mind by making positive choices.

I am turning 37 next month, and have been reflecting on life and where it has taken me.  I’m not married, have no kids, and am working my a$$ off in corporate Canada. I am not spending enough energy on the things that engage my heart & mind. I neglect my dog and don’t spend enough time traveling, spending time with friends, family, …
06
Jun

How to be a Superhero from TED Talks

I make a point of always smiling at people on the street, in the office, or wherever I may be.  I often have people commenting on this, and have actually wondered at times if it makes me come across as somewhat ‘simple’. But then I saw this TED Talk by Ron Gutman, and realized it’s actually my superpower 🙂 Watch the talk and check …
01
Jun

Get to know the people you don’t like

I ran across this quote from Abraham Lincoln, and it rang very true for me as a lesson I’ve learned over the years. “I don’t like that man.  I must get to know him better.”  For me, this speaks to the importance of understanding people with different perceptions and views from your own.  This leads to learning and outcomes …