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- Business strategy with soul - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Barbara EdieI wrote this en route home from Atlanta, after another inspiring three-day retreat with my business coach Christine Kane, and hundreds of women (and a few men) entrepreneurs. With a blend of holistic wellness meets new ways of marketing, we were takin’ care of business with soul and strategy. By ...
Views: 2228 - Websites for book lovers - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Barbara EdieHappy December! With winter and the holidays upon us, it’s the perfect time to curl up with a good book, hunt for the next bestseller (or something more obscure) or find the perfect literary gift. Lately, one of my favourite distractions has been surfing the Internet for fun and unusual websites ...
Views: 1292 - True Spirit of Giving - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Barbara EdieThis week while Americans celebrate Thanksgiving, we in Canada are also gearing up for the season of giving. Signs (and advertising) about the holidays are inescapable, and in this season of gift giving (and over-giving) it’s easy to get swept up into the mood of consuming and the “joy of ...
Views: 1917(1 vote) - Inspiring stories - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Barbara EdieI do a lot of writing for CancerCare Manitoba, an organization doing life-saving work, research and health care in our community, and the writing includes many stories about people who are dealing with cancer every day. Recently, I wrote a piece about an inspiring two year old, diagnosed with ...
Views: 1692 - Living a life that matters - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Barbara EdieThis week has been an eventful and insightful one. My dad passed away last week, after a long life (85 years) and a relatively short stay in hospital. Now, with Dad at peace, the funeral and celebration of his life over, and my family having returned to their homes far and wide, there’s time ...
Views: 2440 - An attitude of gratitude - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Barbara EdieEarlier this week while Canadians celebrated Thanksgiving, I’m was in North Carolina with my mastermind group of 11 other women entrepreneurs celebrating victories such as a new book being published, six-figure incomes and brilliant ideas for new business programs. And while the air of success ...
Views: 2075 - Why join a book club? - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Barbara EdieI recently stumbled upon this quote in my local bookstore. The value of reading: With all the bad economic news, it is easy to forget the old blessing. Books are a great bargain in hard times, and a new flat screen never changed anyone’s life. It got me thinking about books, and book ...
Views: 899 - Winnipegs "nuit blanche"- no sleep just art - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Barbara EdieNew York City may be the city that never sleeps, but Winnipeg is pulling its own all-nighter on Saturday, October 1, in a FREE celebration of arts and culture. Our “Nuit Blanche” (“White Night” in French, which means a sleepless night) will be 12 hours (6 pm to 6 am) of arts and multi-media ...
Views: 1102 - Changing it up... - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2012 from Barbara EdieIf fall has a theme, it’s all about change—in the air, the temperatures and even our schedules. Yes, summer’s out, autumn’s in. The days are crisper, the nights are chilly (sometimes frosty) and our calendars seem to fill quickly after the slower pace of summer. Personally, I love this time ...
Views: 1039 - Make your life your message - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2012 from Barbara EdieThis past week I’ve received a few important messages – not by email, phone or letter – but by the passing, or changes in the lives, of some noteworthy leaders, and who reminded me of a favourite story about Mahatma Gandhi. Once while Mahatma Gandhi’s train was pulling slowly out of the ...
Views: 888 - What's your signature story? - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2012 from Barbara EdieEvery life has a story; and every story can change a life. This week I helped a client write her signature story, something I think is important for every leader, businessperson or organization to do. Your “signature story” reveals WHY you do what you do. And as Simon Sinek succinctly ...
Views: 2914 - Living like a lion - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Barbara EdieThis week I’ve been drinking champagne, eating far too much cake, and planning intimate celebrations in subdued locations like New York City. Oh, and in between I’ve been creating some new work. Why? Because I’m a Leo, living in a Leo’s world, surrounded by several friends (and fellow ‘lions’) ...
Views: 822 - Passion, purpose and profits - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Barbara EdieJust back from the “Uplevel Your Purpose” retreat with my business coach and mentor Christine Kane, here are 10 things I learned about creating a purpose-based business. 1) People remember stories more than concepts. We writers know this… a good story sticks with people. They’re fascinated ...
Views: 1982 - Finding Beauty - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Barbara EdieI believe in the power of beauty. And look for it in every possible moment or location. Beauty can dissolve conflicts, inspire people, and create an immediate sense of calm, happiness and serenity. Recently, two small things of beauty found their way into my home and instantly brought a ...
Views: 1014 - Ode to Oprah - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Barbara EdieToday Oprah Winfrey bids us farewell on the last show of her epic 25 seasons. And while she has inspired and influenced millions around the globe to “live their best life,” her love of the written word and her legendary book club has ignited careers, launched bestsellers and encouraged a more ...
Views: 827 - Touch wood-the magic of trees - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Barbara EdieEver wonder why people say “touch wood,” or knock on wood for good luck? When travelling in Australia last year, I came upon the “wishing tree” in Sydney’s Royal Botanic Gardens. According to the legend, in earlier times people believed certain trees contained spirits and that you could make ...
Views: 1185(1 vote) - Building Intelligent Architecture - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Barbara EdieLast month, Manitoba held its own version of the TED talks, and Winnipeg architect Scott Stirton explored this question: “Why do we continue to live in and build “dumb” architecture?” Meaning buildings that adversely affect our health, inhibit human interaction or deplete non-renewable ...
Views: 1149 - Flood of Goodwill - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2012 from Barbara EdieThis week I made the “Top 100 list”… of river properties in Winnipeg at the highest risk for flooding. It’s a rather dubious honour, but one that does get people to rally around in support and community spirit. Flooded backyard pre-sandbags There’s nothing like a natural disaster to bring ...
Views: 789 - Signs of spring - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2012 from Barbara EdieThis week we’re finally hit double-digit temperatures (15C, 13C) here in Winnipeg, with longer days and the sun sitting high in the sky, all of which are sure signs of spring. While others look for red-breasted robins, Canadian geese returning home, or tiny prairie plants sprouting through ...
Views: 957 - Flood of Goodwill - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2012 from Barbara EdieThis week I made the “Top 100 list”… of river properties in Winnipeg at the highest risk for flooding. It’s a rather dubious honour, but one that does get people to rally around in support and community spirit. Flooded backyard pre-sandbags There’s nothing like a natural disaster to bring ...
Views: 868 - Vacation at the beach in contemporary architecture - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2012 from Barbara EdieIt’s finally spring, and many people are already looking forward to summer holidays, a little sun and maybe even some time at the beach. Well, if you’re planning a trip across the pond, I can recommend a one-of-a-kind beach house on the English seaside that’s a cool contemporary alternative ...
Views: 886 - Ode to Oprah - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2012 from Barbara EdieToday Oprah Winfrey bids us farewell on the last show of her epic 25 seasons. And while she has inspired and influenced millions around the globe to “live their best life,” her love of the written word and her legendary book club has ignited careers, launched bestsellers and encouraged a more ...
Views: 893 - Can architecture build happiness? - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2012 from Barbara EdieLast fall I was in England exploring some ultra modern holiday homes as part of a press trip for a project called Living Architecture. While happily snapping photographs of these contemporary buildings, one woman said to me: “Make sure there are people in the photos; architecture is about ...
Views: 1976 - Get it Focused. Get it Done. - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Barbara EdieIt’s the first week into the new year and many people are already overwhelmed with new projects, goals, business schedules and life in the fast track. How do we get all (or any) of it done in a world of constant demands and distractions? In a word – Focus. That’s also the title of a great new ...
Views: 821 - Can Architecture build happiness? - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2011 from Barbara EdieLast fall I was in England exploring some ultra modern holiday homes as part of a press trip for a project called Living Architecture. While happily snapping photographs of these contemporary buildings, one woman said to me: “Make sure there are people in the photos; architecture is about ...
Views: 1138 - Love as a business model - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Barbara EdieValentine’s Day is fast approaching and we’re reminded (everywhere!) to tell the ones we love how much they mean to us. But how about injecting some love into your job, career or business? When you combine a passion for what you do and with a little love for those you work with or those you ...
Views: 1170 - Winnipeg's Architectural Art Show on Ice - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Barbara EdieSkaters, skiers and winter walkers along Winnipeg’s river trail will now have a few creative and unusual locations to snuggle up, warm up and be inspired. The five winning designs of the Warming Huts v.2011 “Art and Architecture Competition on Ice,” announced in November, are now taking shape ...
Views: 1288 - The Power of the Mastermind - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Barbara EdieNone of us is as strong as all of us. If two heads are better than one, imagine the collective power of 15 entrepreneurial women committed to their vision, businesses… and changing the world. A group of womenThis year to accelerate my growth, both personally and professionally, I joined a ...
Views: 974(1 vote) - The Beauty of Recieving - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2011 from Barbara EdieThe Christmas holidays are over and we’ve just been through the season that’s all about giving… and how that’s so much better than receiving. (Which many of us believe, deep in our hearts, until we see our credit card statements). But when it’s all about giving, without receiving in return, ...
Views: 786 - Team Building: Learn To Lead Like A Lion - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2011 from Barbara EdieThis past week I attended the CAPS (Canadian Association of Professional Speakers) Unconventional Convention in Montreal – and it delivered many ‘unconventional’ ideas and approaches that can be applied to business… and to life. If you or your business is looking to roar in to the new year ...
Views: 2456 - Are You Looking For A Career Or A Vocation? - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Barbara EdieAt some point in life, many of us ask ourselves: What should I do with my life? And usually this question refers to the perfect job or career for us. I recently read something by Caroline Myss, a medical intuitive and renowned author, who puts this ‘pursuit of happiness’ in the context of a ...
Views: 1011 - Cool Architecture To Warm Up Winnipeg - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Barbara EdieWinnipeg’s extreme winter climate is the perfect setting for an architectural competition involving warming huts. As a follow up to a similar project last winter on the city’s river trail, today five new huts were unveiled as part of the 2011 “Art and Architecture Competition on Ice.” The ...
Views: 1328 - Decision-making with a higher goal - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Barbara EdieSometimes life throws us opportunities that are way out of our comfort zone, but last week I realized that if you really want to take your business, relationships or life to the next level you’ve got to Step Up and Step In, or Step Out. I hopped on a plane to Asheville, North Carolina to ...
Views: 1035 - U.K. Holiday Home Suspends Disbelief - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Barbara EdieImagine waking up in a house, looking out the window, and discovering you are literally hanging over a hillside. No, neither a natural disaster nor massive landslide has removed the earth beneath your feet but rather a group of modern architects with a sense of adventure – and a sense humour – ...
Views: 866 - Write. Play. Love. Show up. - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Barbara EdieLast weekend I finally saw the movie Eat, Pray, Love based on the book by Elizabeth Gilbert, and illuminated on screen by a glowing Julia Roberts. There’s been huge buzz around the book, and the movie, billed as one woman’s (Elizabeth Gilbert) spiritual journey as she travels to Rome, India ...
Views: 881 - Please leave a message - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Barbara EdieOnce while Mahatma Gandhi’s train was pulling slowly out of the station, a reporter ran up to his compartment window. "Do you have a message I can take back to my people?" he asked. It was Gandhi’s day of silence, respite from his demanding speaking schedule, so he didn’t reply. Instead, he ...
Views: 907 - Someday is not on the calendar - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2011 from Barbara EdieOct. 2, is my late mother’s birthday. She died suddenly in 1998 from complications following a respiratory arrest. She was 65. Ten years earlier, my younger sister died in a car accident at age 23. I dedicate this piece to both of them, two of the people I loved most in this world and who taught ...
Views: 1083 - A Fluid Awakening - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Barbara EdieA change in the weather is sufficient to recreate the world and ourselves. – Marcel Proust This year my ushering in of spring was a rather rude – and fluid - awakening. While often the season of unpredictable weather, it is generally accompanied by warm, sun-filled days with only occasional ...
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