Retiring from a lifetime career and the ‘busy-ness’ of the working world is a huge step. It can mean a loss of the identity, collegiality and sense of purpose work gives us. I found several…
Blog New Directions - life beyond career 2 Likes A trip of a lifetimeIn 2006 I had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to go fishing in Iceland. This was all thanks to the efforts of former colleague, photographer, chef and Norwegian fisherman par excellence Knut…
Blog A trip of a lifetime 1 Like Flow Technologist - Dragon's Den SE04E06Some of my favourite fishing stories come from Norway. When I worked in Frankfurt for Star Alliance my good friend Knut Lovstuhagen, a native Norwegian, gourmant and fisherman, arranged for an…
Blog Fishing in Norway 1 Like Dinner in Geneva - A Proud Tradition Lives OnEven after four years away from Geneva, the sights and sounds of this quaint Swiss city nestled between Lac Leman and the French border bring fond memories of good wine, wonderful cheese, high…
Blog Dinner in Geneva - A Proud Tradition Lives On 2 LikesOk, perhaps the title overstates it a bit. But ever since I was a young lad I liked to sing. Christmas carols,…
Blog Chasing the dream... 3 Likes It Took a Lifetime to Accumulate Your Nest Egg. It's Worth Protecting.Your legacy represents a lifetime of earnings and savings - your lifetime. If it's worth a lifetime to accumulate, it's worth keeping. Preserving your wealth ensures your heirs receive the full…
Blog It Took a Lifetime to Accumulate Your Nest Egg. It's Worth Protecting. 1 Like In Memorandum: Douglas Gale 1930 - 2011Stay Safe in New York
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I came across this today. It is attributed to Bi-Lo grocery store pioneer Frank Outlaw but others say it is Mahatma Gandhi. Regardless, I think they're great and are definitely words to…
Blog Building Character 4 Likes First Communion - Last Communion Blog First Communion - Last Communion 4 Likes Aboriginal Education Month: child welfare services on reservesAlthough the theme of Aboriginal Education Month is "Aboriginal Presence in the War of 1812", I wanted to write briefly about what is currently a very live issue in…
Blog Aboriginal Education Month: child welfare services on reserves 4 Likes Aboriginal Education MonthNovember is Aboriginal Education Month. Although this year's theme is 'Aboriginal Presence in the War of 1812', I'd like to take this opportunity to recommend a couple of fiction books written by…
Blog Aboriginal Education Month 3 Likes Confessions of a 70-Year Toronto Toy ManSome of you already know Louie from my "Louie's Day at the Park" article. After sitting with him over a couple of breakfasts, I've decided capture more of this beautiful man's rich…
Blog Confessions of a 70-Year Toronto Toy Man 2 Likes A Favourite Thought-Topic For Me - Evolution of HumankindOn October 14, 2012, my son Allan and I toured New York City's American Museum of Natural History. We were on a three-day father-son vacation, covering off the Federal Reserve Bank,…
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Are you having problems in generating good quality leads? If yes, then you are not alone. This is common among many business organizations. It is quite difficult to generate good quality leads in business consistently, especially without the help of trained professionals. Let us now learn about some of the common lead generation challenges which business owners and marketing professionals often face during their lead generation…
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When it comes to laboratory tables, longevity isn't just a bonus, it is expected. Between chemical spills, heavy equipment and the occasional mishap, a lab table needs the strength of heavy weight machinery. That being said, there are specific qualities of lab tables that make this happen, such as the following.
A table made…
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Forklifts are the heavy machinery that does all of the heavy lifting in the industrial world. They lift, they haul and they swerve through tight aisles to get the job done. But even the most seasoned forklift can use a little help. These come in the form of forklift attachments. These handy add-ons take your standard forklift and turn it into a multi-purpose machine.
Because of this, more and more companies have started investing in attachments for their forklifts. This translates to…
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In today’s fast-changing world, diversity and inclusion aren't just trendy ideas — they are essential for a company's growth and success. Businesses that focus on creating a truly inclusive environment experience greater innovation, stronger teamwork, and happier employees. They also become magnets for top talent and develop a progressive brand image.
So, how can you build a workplace where every individual feels seen, respected, and empowered?…
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