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Networking isn’t as scary as you think it is
Wherever you live in the world it's important to know people. We all need friends, things to do, places to go. Whether you're new to your city or not, attending networking events to expand your connections, grow your business, or just get out of the house is a great...
Six Ways to Move Ahead After Rejection
On Friday I got some disheartening news: my proposal to speak at the TedxVictoria event wasn't accepted. It was disappointing because I'd been pretty excited about the possibility of speaking at a TEDx event, and I had spent time in my mind envisioning myself there,...
Do your eyes light up when you talk about your work?
I often have people comment on the way I look when I talk about my work. "Wow," they say, "I can tell you really love your job!" And I do! And I know how they can tell. When I talk about the work I do my eyes light up, my hands and arms swoop and dive through the air...
The Feeling of Free
Even though I am busier these days than I probably ever have been before, I'm pretty excited about where my life is headed. I've got plans in place, lots of big dreams, and passion galore about my current work. But you know what? I haven't always felt this way. Even...
Sometimes There Are Signs
I like to believe that sometimes the Universe (or whatever word works for you) likes to give us a little push in the right direction, especially when we may need more courage. We could be going down a path and not really know where we're headed, or we could have made...
How long do you wait to do what you were meant to do?
This past weekend I was lucky enough to spend the entire day going on a road trip with 11 amazing women. Our destination was an inspiring retreat centre on Gabriola Island - a small Gulf Island within a couple of hours drive of Victoria, where we live. The whole day...
Small Steps
So, six days ago I launched this website and it's been an exciting ride so far. But also there is so much to do! My ideas are bursting, my to-do list is long, and my time in the week to work on this heart-project is indeed limited. (Yes, I still have a part-time day...
Why We Stay in Jobs We Hate
Thanks so much to everyone who has visited my blog so far and been so positive about the issues I'm bringing forward here. Your feedback helps fuel me in this new venture so keep your comments coming! Today I wanted to talk about why we stay in jobs we hate. We've all...
Five Reasons Why We Should Do What We Love
One of my core beliefs for a long time has been that we should all do what we love. However saying it and making it happen are two different things, aren't they? My path to doing what I love has been years in the making, and probably will continue to be a lifelong...