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If you think that successful business people are not a creative bunch, then think again while you consider the following: Starting a new business requires someone to create something from nothing. Inventing a new product requires a creative process. Developing ways to attract clients requires the creation of effective collaterals and marketing mechanisms. Winning business […]
It is a pleasure to introduce Catherine Novak to you as a guest author at synaptici.com. A short bio and Catherine’s contact information follows her first insightful article. Imagine that some wish-granting genie has stepped out of your dreams and into your living room, where you’ve been reading about famous and accomplished people while the […]
A self-described average guy who found success doing what he loved, Richard St. John spent more than a decade researching the lessons of success and distilling them into 8 words. This is a must-see 3 1/2-minute slideshow on the real secrets of success. – From TED.COM It’s not often that you find someone who can […]
I have been called many things throughout my life. Some are flattering, some not so much! The one thing I am called a lot is goofy, and I am totally ok with that. The truth is, I am goofy and I love being goofy. It’s part of my nature, so why fight it? Anyone who […]
A few weeks ago, I was having coffee with a good friend. She is a project manager for an application developer and has to make sure that the programmers are staying focused in order to meet their objectives and milestones. I asked how her week was going. “It’s like herding butterflies,” she said. Butterflies are […]
A few nights ago, I was watching the CBC evening news and caught a story about texting and driving. Tragically, a young man had lost his life in a collision, his vehicle smashed beyond recognition. He wasn’t drunk. He was sending text messages while driving. According to the news story, statistics now show that twice […]
Starting a business? You must answer some important questions. What does your business do? Why does it do it? How will it do it? The ‘why’ question is crucial!
Whether you are looking to start a new business or seeking a new career, understanding the dynamics of convergence is very empowering. It can position you to capitalize on upcoming opportunities, which are usually exciting and financially rewarding. I describe how I was able to take advantage of convergence in the article, ‘If you can’t […]
David Gallo shows jaw-dropping footage of amazing sea creatures, including a color-shifting cuttlefish, a perfectly camouflaged octopus, and a Times Square’s worth of neon light displays from fish who live in the blackest depths of the ocean. – From TED.COM A pioneer in ocean exploration, David Gallo is an enthusiastic ambassador between the sea and […]
Introduction: Due to the tough job market these days, many people are considering starting what will be their first business. This article falls into what I call “business 101″. It aims to help budding entrepreneurs avoid some of the mistakes that are so common to startups. The previous article highlights the importance of understanding the […]
Introduction: Due to the tough job market these days, many people are considering starting what will be their first business. This article falls into what I call “business 101”. It aims to help budding entrepreneurs avoid some of the mistakes that are so common to startups. A quiz for you: You just purchased an item […]
Our partnership with dogs dates back thousands of years. Dogs have protected and herded our sheep and cattle. They have defended our homesteads while protecting our children from danger. They have provided companionship on lonely journeys comforting us in the face of adversity and loss. Most dogs today are pets, but many provide us with […]
Everyone needs a pat on the back now and then. Even a simple smile can make a huge difference in someone’s day. It seems to me that this morsel of truth is becoming lost on a great many of us. As I write this, the title I have in mind is ‘Affirmation’ but I can […]
All of us are susceptible to stress, anxiety and panic attacks. The accelerated pace of today’s world sees many of us leading unbalanced lives. We eat too quickly, eat too much, eat the wrong foods and get very little exercise. It wasn’t that long ago that our days were spent using our muscles a lot […]
Now 88 years old, Hazel McCallion is an inspiration and proof positive that we are never too old to achieve our goals! Hazel McCallion is the mayor of Mississauga Ontario, Canada’s sixth largest city. She has been the mayor of Mississauga for 31 years. Affectionately called “Hurricane Hazel”, at 85 years old, she was easily […]
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