As you know by now, I’m a bit of a geek. This post won’t help me break out of that mold in your mind! I love the Ottawa Public Library! There, I said it. Actually I love all… Read More
I taught my first workshop for Intersol in Ottawa yesterday. It’s no New York but it will do! Great venue, fun material ( online engagement ) and really cool folks. As you probably know, I can talk about subject I… Read More
I did the StandUp for CHEO fundraiser yesterday. One word for it: Awesome! For those who don’t know what Stand Up Paddling is, it’s basically a surfboard with a long paddle. It sounds easy but it’s a bit tricky at first… Read More
That’s the one nice thing about Canada, you can be cool in French or English! I might not be as Canadian as the guy up top. But I think I’m a pretty good candidate. I’m fluently bilingual and I’ve… Read More
When I tell people about one of my favourite subjects these days (tweetups), I usually get the same response: What is that? So I thought I would answer it once and for all! Okay, maybe not but here… Read More
I must admit. I’m a geek. I read a lot of articles, most of them on running, and most of them refer to studies. And some of them contradict each other. Interesting… So is science flawed? How can… Read More
Do you enjoy being marketed to or being beat over the head with marketing messages? I didn’t think so…. I recently finished the great book outlined above and it’s all about going back to basics in the marketing… Read More
I’m excited to be speaking at this year’s Social Capital Conference (aka SoCap) . I went last year and I got to hear some cool stuff and meet some incredible folks. Not bad for an inaugural event! This year promises to be even bigger,… Read More
We had our second edition of the Ottawa Health and Fitness TweetUp last week at Rama Lotus. Another great event, and this time we had the lovely and talented Kathy Smart as our guest speaker. 1. There are a lot… Read More
In the style of one of my favourite writers ( SI’s Peter King ), here are 5 Things I Think I Think, based on my recent séjour in the Big Apple: 1) People jaywalk like it’s their job: I know it’s… Read More
I was in line at US customs on my way to New York City yesterday (I’m presenting today in the Big Apple on crowdsourcing ) and this cute older French lady in front of me was asking her friend… Read More
It’s been a weird February to say the least. I’m not on here to complain but like my buddy Scotty says, people should keep it real! It’s been a long month for me and I’m not just talking about the leap… Read More
It’s supposed to be true that for every door that closes another one opens but sometimes I still doubt it. I don’t want to be a Debbie Downer or Negative Nancy but sometimes it’s not easy to give… Read More
I’m very thankful for every public speaking engagement I do. I’ve been blessed as I’ve only been doing these gigs for the past few years and they are already multiplying. I love to be able to share my… Read More
My Mom has taught me a lot over the years but I won’t bore you or make you cry with all the details. If you know her, you know she’s a cool customer. One aspect where she might… Read More
It was a blast! Although I’m sure Mother Nature kept a few folks off the roads last night and away from our TweetUp, we had a great turnout. The great folks from Daya Spa were gracious hosts, taking coats and… Read More
Folks, I just received the final version of my new ChiRunning promotional video and I wanted to know what you thought. I’m a bit biased but I like it a lot. Kudos to Lara and Anthony from Do More Video …. Read More
I’m just in a personal development session on social media with the new firm . This is great, especially with having colleagues in all kinds of places when it comes to social media, coming together to discuss and interact. I… Read More
Folks, It’s been a while but see below for a new video blog entry and some wonderful wishes for 2012! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yn57chJG5C0] *** We got some pretty good uptake for the #31in31 Challenge. Check out the FB page I created for the challenge for all the details,… Read More
Me too! I was watching an old Superman movie yesterday while spending time with my favourite family in the GTA and it got the hamster going. Who doesn’t want to be a superhero? Is that a bad thing?… Read More
Folks, I wanted to take this moment to wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. I hope this blog entry finds you and your family in good health and good spirits. 2011 has been a great one… Read More
I look as exercise and physical activity as an investment. I know, I’m weird. It has been showed that active people not only age better but they enjoy the golden years a lot more. I’m not there yet but that’s definitely what… Read More
As I was doing a lovely (but exhausting – in a good way) hot yoga class while on my recent trip out west, the words used by the teacher really drove home a point. I’m finding it more… Read More
How about both? Since we haven’t had much snow I HAD to head out west to go play in the fluffy white stuff. Now let’s just say I’m really looking forward to having some time to walk around… Read More
If you’ve read my blog in the past, you’re probably aware that I’ve been known to watch a wonderfully Canadian show called “Being Erica” about a young professional who does some time-traveling to work on her “regrets”. As… Read More
