As a lifelong learner and advocate for improving on personal and professional growth and an idealist for changing the world- I am constantly on the lookout for ways to expand my own knowledge and understand those around me. One
Shift from getting to giving delivers results & rewards
“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” Mahatma Gandhi While it feels good to be served or to be on the receiving end of someone else’s generosity, can it be rewarding to
Selfies as cultural phenomenon have powerful storytelling value
Selfie – Selfie -Everywhere a selfie! We think they are new, but there is actually a longer history to them and a reason why they may not always be as narcissistic as one might think. June 21 is National Selfie
Build brands, create opportunities- embrace digital world with open arms
Showing up online can unlock opportunities for anyone, regardless of who you are or your station in life! So, what does it mean to show up? If you look up the phrase, you will find the following: to show up
Manufacturers win big with Curiosity as a Superpower
Ben Baker knows about branding – and podcasts – and life as keynote speaker. As a recovering journalist the table was turned for Ben to interview me. You can listen to the podcast here – read the transcript below –
Dynamic. Powerful. Memorable. Brand stands test of time , impacts economy
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.