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February 28, 2023
Solid Gold
SOLID GOLD is the theme for celebrating NSBA’s 50th anniversary at the 2023 Business Builder Awards on March 23! SOLID GOLD is a great way to describe my co-emcee, Brenda Nowakowski, from past BBAs. She is 24 karat! We had...
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ReadJanuary 31, 2023
What makes you different?
Everyone in business has been asked this question: “What makes you different?” I don’t know about you, but I always have a hard time answering that question, especially in a concise way! I think what people are really asking is,...
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ReadNovember 8, 2022
Powerful words and insights … true wealth and well-being
There is a good chance that someone else needs to hear your story as much as your soul needs to express it. Sharing your story provides others with the comfort that they are not alone. Talking about your failures, your...
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ReadOctober 25, 2022
Are there skeletons in your closet?
Lucky Number 13! It is time review these blood-curdling issues lurking in your closet – check to make sure you have policies in place before it’s too late. Don’t let LUCK be your only defence. The frightening LATE APPLICANT –...
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ReadSeptember 13, 2022
Preparing To Be Spontaneous
I am not spontaneous or adventurous by nature. I love guidelines, rules, and routines. On Friday of the Labour Day long weekend, my husband suggested we take a family trip for the weekend. We had about 60 minutes to pack...
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ReadJuly 12, 2022
You Can’t Be What You Can’t See.
From the late 1970’s my mom, Bette Ann Green owned Raymore Pharmacy. Exceptional! She was the first women entrepreneur in my life. I recently met Christine Hrudka who is also a pharmacy owner and advocate for women in leadership and...
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ReadMay 10, 2022
Do you Want to Elevate your Game?
Friday morning. Alarm rings 5am. I grab the hockey gear and head to the rink. This time it’s just me heading to the rink. Hockey Mom. One of my favourite roles in life. I love watching my kids compete, excel,...
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ReadApril 26, 2022
Are you ready for a surprise?
When I’m on vacation I often spend a lot of time thinking. I love reflecting on the past and looking to the future. This time is no exception, though it’s the first time I’ve travelled in a while. We are...
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ReadMarch 22, 2022
Best Day Ever
Let me share two of mine. The day I passed my driving test on my second try and received my driver’s license. Never had I felt such freedom and control. Life changing for sure! And more recently, the day I...
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ReadMarch 8, 2022
Misadventures with Sourdough Bread
In January of 2021, the Heinbigner house began a massive transformation with food. It took a few months to transform our refrigerator, freezers and pantry to reflect the type of lifestyle we were choosing to pursue. Driven by a desire...
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