To give a toast to the Immortal Memory of “Rabbie Burns” was an honour, but also a tremendous growing experience, both personally and professionally. Burns is renowned for writing Auld Lang Syne, as well as the impact he had
Be Curious – Not Judgmental: Powerful tool
Curiosity is a powerful tool It’s fuel behind the engine that has helped me in my professional life. I’ve fulfilled many roles over the years: journalist, bed-and-breakfast owner, fundraiser, marketing manager, brand ambassador, social media experimenter, public relations and keynote
When You’re Ready For Your Close-Up, Mr. DeMille
The classic cinematic quote “I’m ready for my close-up, Mr. DeMille” – taken from the 1950 classic film Sunset Blvd. – can be contextually applied to today’s world of effective marketing. How? Well, when it comes to marketing – especially
Storytelling: secret to business success
Once upon a time … A start to a story. A beginning. Often involving a reflection back in time. We know fairytales and fables are often the basis of stories we continue to tell among friends, co-workers, peers and now
How I Overcame My Fear to Launch a Blog
I am a recovering journalist – a term I coined back in my fundraising days. It got a few laughs. I said I was going through the 12-step program and had to make amends; hence why I was a fundraiser.