The Coachable Moment for the week ending June 1, 2012 Building a Strong, Agile Self and Team Irene Becker | Just Coach It-The 3Q Edge™ | QBlog Helping smart people & organizations communicate & LEAD forward smarter, faster & h…
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As we’re starting to get more sunshine, it’s a good time to remind you of the importance of vitamin D. New research published in Diabetes Care reports that people with the metabolic syndrome may be at a lower risk of dying from cardiovascul…
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May
31
2012
I have heard it said that most women do not reach their full potential until their fifties. It seems for many women, it takes five decades of living to develop self-confidence or self-worth. It also seems to take that number of years to develop an attitude of not being concerned about what people think of [...]
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2012
When you’re addicted to the planet Q: How green is our workout gear? A: No one wants to work out in a cold pool of their own sweat. Hence the appeal of high-tech fabrics designed to wick away perspiration so you can focus on the burn instead of…
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2012
“Image enhancement is not optional; it is an imperative element that is vitalto your personal and professional success.” – Joanna Parris For the record we are not talking about plastic surgery or injections, but about your appearance, communication and conduct! … Continue reading →
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We, in North America, live in a society that demands things get done faster, cheaper, & better and everyone wants it NOW…or yesterday. No matter what industry you are in, I guarantee you, that you need the help of others to a) do your job, b) have a job, c) make a [...]
May
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2012
How do we balance the effects of stress? That’s been the focus of a majority of my clients lately so I felt it time to share some thoughts on this incredibly important subject. You see, most of us have grown up with the idea that Self Care is Selfi…
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May
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2012
Today the dogs and I went for a walk. We wandered around our little town discovering new sights, and for the dogs, new smells. We had just had a proper downpour complete with thunder and flooding in the streets so … Continue reading →
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May
29
2012
It seems we’re full of big news pieces these days! Well, here’s another – we’re moving! We’re absolutely thrilled to announce that we’ll be joining several of our amazing foodie friends (Meal Exchange, Sustain Ontario, Food Secure Canada) at 401 Richmond, starting in June. LFP’s Toronto office has been nestled in the heart of the [...]
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May
29
2012
“Every exit is an entry somewhere else.”-Tom Stoppard Making an entrance is all about first impressions. You have a 5 second opportunity to take glimpse of the homeowner’s unique style and taste and flare. A well executed foyer should literally leave you begging to see more. Creating a sense of anticipation with what lies beyond. Entrances [...]
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May
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2012
Leadership Means Developing a Community of Purpose™ ©Irene Becker | Just Coach It-The 3Q Edge™ | QBlog Helping smart people & organizations communicate & LEAD forward smarter, faster & happier Leadership means bui…
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2012
There is hardly anyone who would argue over the impact that search, social, and mobile technologies have had on the customer buying process over the last five years. However, while many companies worry about keeping ahead of their competition, they act…
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May
28
2012
“Design is a plan for arranging elements in such a way as best to accomplish a particular purpose.”— Charles Eames Happy Monday Everyone!! This is the first official day of the work week, its end of May and June is just around the corner.. Wow can you believe it’s mid year already – where does [...]
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May
27
2012
Yesterday, I had the opportunity to attend Jeanne Beker’s interview with the designer duo Rodarte, hosted at The Room in The Bay on Queen Street. Beker gave us Rodarte fans insight into how the siblings became interested in fashion, what is was like working on Black Swan, the inside scoop on their newest collection and [...]
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May
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2012
Cleaning your house while your kids are still growing up is like shoveling the walk before it stops snowing. Phyllis Diller I know, I know, don’t throw things at the screen.. Its not sexy, glamourous or fun. But certainly Fun-ctional- we all have dust bunnies. It drives me wild to see grunge formulating in those [...]
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May
26
2012
With the London 2012 Olympic Games around the corner, athletes from across the country are putting in every last effort for training and preparation. Recently I had the chance to meet Synchro Canada’s senior national team members: Jo-Annie Fortin, Tracy Little, Karine Thomas and Erin Willson. I caught up with these young women at the [...]
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May
26
2012
“Give me odorous at sunrise a garden of beautiful flowers where I can walk undisturbed.” -Walt Whitman Its a wonderful weekend everyone- Take some time and be inspired by the wonders of the world. Today my inspiration is grass- plants – flowers and in general a few images of incredible inspirational settings “Gardens” Although sadly [...]
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May
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2012
By Pat Mussieux When was the last time you felt fear about something in your business? Have you ever really thought about where/how that might be holding you back? One thing you need to know is that we ALL feel fear about one thing or another but, as S…
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2012
Our mood is an ever-changing entity. It will continue to change throughout our lifetime, based on a variety of factors. When you are depressed, you can often feel as if you are in a dark tunnel, with no light at … Continue reading →
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May
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2012
Claude Monet and Pierre Auguste Renoir were not the only Frenchmen revered for their impressionist art! On Sunday May 27, PFW Silver Members Ramona Carmelly will be singing one of her favourite works, Ravel’s marvelous exotic vocal chamber master…
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May
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2012
Love graphic design, excel at website management and know your way around media relations? We’re hiring! Graphic Design Communications Coordinator…
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2012
We moved in August. The summer sun was hot, the wind was strong, the mood was pleasant as we slugged and hauled and carried furniture into, and then out of, our new home. We had no floor plan, it was … Continue reading →
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May
25
2012
”Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.” - Albert Einstein Before’s and afters- the journey- the experience – the end!! You know it never ceases to amaze me – the few elements in life that truly bring me the most joy. Yes of course my family, my amazing kiddies and [...]
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May
24
2012
Not Far From The Tree has been visiting high schools as of late. Marc and I spoke at three Earth Day assemblies (North Toronto Collegiate, Parkdale Collegiate, and Humberside) and I had the privilege of giving the keynote at the TDSB’s Youth Food…
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May
24
2012
“There is no den in the wide world to hide a rogue. . . / Commit a crime, and the earth is made of glass- Ralph Waldo Emerson Going Rogue When I first heard this expression- I immediately chuckled. As I heard the story, I completely fell into a fit of laughter!! ( No I [...]
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May
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2012
When you’re addicted to the planet Q: Should I be worried about lead in my gardening tools? A: Gardening season has officially begun, and, well, I’m totally behind. But green thumbs coast to coast have been getting their hoe on and d…
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May
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2012
How Much Money Do You Want To Make? “Know first who you are; and then adorn yourself accordingly” – Epictetus What you wear and how you wear it can determine how far you will go up the corporate ladder or … Continue reading →
May
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2012
Great Read Book Review & Excerpt | Irene Becker | www.justcoachit.com | Qblog Helping smart people & organizations communicate and lead forward smarter, faster & happier Managing with a Conscience (2nd edition) by Frank K. So…
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May
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June 1st AM Relieving Stress with Humour Women In Business Network Toronto
June 1st Afternoon Relieving Stress with Humour
PMI 2012 Leaders Summit Niagara- On- The- Lake
June 9th Relieving Stress with Humour Govt of Alberta Vitalize 2012
Telus Conventi…
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June 1st AM Relieving Stress with Humour Women In Business Network
June 1st Afternoon Relieving Stress with Humour
PMI 2012 Leaders Summit Niagara- On- The- Lake
June 9th Relieving Stress with Humour Govt of Alberta Vitalize 2012
Telus Convention Centr…
May
23
2012
9 to 5 has never interested me. I am a freelancer, who for years was never free of fear.
Sure I got taken care of always, …
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2012
It’s true that our brains are made primarily of fat – but the right type of fats are required for vibrant brain function.
A study published in Neurology journal showed that a diet high in omega-3 rich foods could reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease….
May
23
2012
It’s blooming season. Lots of exciting things are taking place on the Playground of Connoisseurs of Life and many of them stemmed from an obstacle, inconvenience, or something that didn’t go as planned/expected. I encourage all of you to embrace obstacles and inconveniences as they are just opportunities (many times AMAZING opportunities) in disguise. [...]
May
23
2012
As you may have heard a week or so ago, our amazing Founder, Lori Stahlbrand, is stepping away from LFP to pursue a PhD, and I have accepted the board’s invitation to take on the role of President. LFP came into being through Lori’s understanding of the cornerstone role that food and food systems play in [...]
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May
23
2012
Just when I was feeling so up on all forms of electronic communication, Lois Creamer, social media expert, asked me, “Are you attending the Tweet Chat tonight? You know, the hashtag-speakerchat-tweetchat.” (Yeah, try saying that three times fast!) “…
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May
23
2012
At Rent frock Repeat, our customers are as diverse as our dress selections, and we try to cater to everyone’s needs by helping them find the dress best suited for them. When searching for the perfect frock, some criteria to consider is the occasion, price, and colour. However, one of the most popular questions is: [...]
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2012
Honouring Shriya Shah-Klorfine, an extraordinary woman who summited Mount Everest, but lost her life
On May 19, 2012, Shriya Shah-Klorfine became the first South Asian woman from Canada (and the fourth Canadian woman) to summit the world’s highest mountain, Mount Everest. Today, we received sad news that Shriya will not be coming home. She died on the descent. The life of [...]
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May
21
2012
I was so frustrated writing my screenplay that I started knitting.. I figured lets do two things badly.I am not a knitter. I failed 4-H …
May
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2012
Excellent brunch with @write_girl and @ericarw! Thanks for hanging out <3 # atypical sunday for me: brunch with @ericarw @write_girl, bootcamp with @Krajewski83, cooking, working all day. 3 of these are good things. # Somehow @melissabernais got me the perfect gift, despite having no idea what was going on <3 http://t.co/K1AepfRd # What to wear [...] Continue reading →
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May
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2012
It is not often one gets the opportunity to interview a woman who runs a 700 year-old institution. That is what Frances Cairncross does as Rector of Exeter College, Oxford University — the first university in the English-speaking world. Frances Cairncross, an award-winning journalist and author of The Company of the Future and The Death [...]
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May
18
2012
Happy May 24 Weekend RfR Members! We’re experiencing such a beautiful weekend to kick off the season, and as we move into summer, everyone is looking for the perfect thirst quenchers to serve at parties. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, a late night pool party, spending the weekend at the cottage or planning a [...]
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May
18
2012
Do you make rash decisions? Find out what Rashmi Biswas, Executive Vice-President, Lake and Associates Canada, and author of “Rash Decisions” has to say about it in this interview.
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