Embracing Downtime
2023 has been an exceptionally busy year so far. When it unexpectedly becomes quiet, I find myself challenged to be embracing downtime! Cambridge Dictionary defines downtime as a time when you relax and do not do very much. Now I am one who can be lazy at will. I can totally not
Engaging Students with Technology
When tasked with engaging students to obtain some feedback, I decided to introduce technology to connect with them on their terms. This past week I visited three high schools in 3 of Qalipu First Nation‘s Wards in Central Newfoundland and Labrador. As part of the Kiskajei wjit Espi-kina ‘muaqn’ – “I
Speaking French led to a quote
My husband and I have been looking for a quote for a new deck for a couple of years. We have reached out to contractors to no avail. Either no one responds or when they do show up, they do not provide us with a quote. As the season is
Making a Move
One of my former managers used to include in her training curriculum, “Children learn pretty quickly if you stand still in a video game you are dead.” The point of this statement was to reinforce the idea of making a move. Sometimes that move is forward, backwards, diagonal or sideways.
Holiday Mixers
‘Tis the season to attend holiday mixers. On a professional level, there are a lot of reasons why I attend them. A few weeks ago, in the span of 8 days, I attended 5 holiday mixers, an AGM and hosted my monthly virtual coffee break. Those who follow me, know
Accidental Networking
If chatting socially with a room full of strangers and casual acquaintances makes you anxious, perhaps accidental networking is for you! ‘Tis the season for holiday mixers, socials, and networking events. My inbox and social media feeds are filling up with invitations. As an extrovert, and very social person, I
It is an honour to be nominated…truly!
It is an honour to be nominated for an award. To be nominated for Entrepreneur of the Year with two different organizations is amazing! I often wondered When nominees say it is an honour… is it really? Honestly? YES! My first nomination was with Newfoundland and Labrador Organization of Women
Hidden Talents
We all have hidden talents. Have you ever wondered what yours are? Mine allow me to be a successful businesswoman. Each of us is unique Have you ever wondered what makes you special? It is easy to list off all of our shortcomings. Many of us find it easier to
