I have never been a big fan of the handshake. A “proper handshake” is just too difficult to be enjoyable. When you have to think about your grip, the number of shakes to do, and how long to maintain contact … it’s no wonder why you missed the person’s name who you are introducing yourself …
Monthly Archive: November 2008
Nov
27
Are you blog-worthy?
After attending tonight’s event on your online identity, I came home to realize that there are a lot of things (or people for that matter) that aren’t “worth” blogging about. I realize that it is important to have an online presence, but what message are you sending out about yourself when you complain about how …
Nov
25
Here’s to the crazy ones
What an incredible way to start your day – remembering that life’s rules, norms, and status quo is just waiting for someone like you to come along and change it.Stand tall, look up, and be bold.…. and don’t forget to be a little crazy!
Nov
25
Terry Talks = Inspirational
I was able to attend an incredible event on the weekend called Terry Talks. It brought together UBC students, staff, faculty, and alumni to discuss global issues with a perspective from both the arts and the sciences. If there is one thing I enjoy more than engaging in intellectual conversations, it’s listening to people speak …
Nov
19
Ideas worth spreading
Nothing gets me more excited than a great idea. (Ok, maybe a good advertising campaign that makes you feel great can get me excited as well). TED.com is a thought-provoking site that I subscribe to that features incredible speakers speaking on – you guessed it – their incredible ideas. Be it a song, a speech, …
Nov
15
A Celebration of Life
Last night I headed to Di’Metrics Studios to celebrate Keith Leinweber’s birthday with some friends. We were also there to show our support for Keith as he celebrates the life of grandmother who recently passed away. She loved that he played music, so he rocked out just for her. Keith is not only an incredible …
Nov
15
UBC Alumni Achievement Awards
November 13th saw 10 alumni take centre ice in the UBC Thunderbird Arena to receive the Alumni Association’s most prestigious awards. Everyone came dressed in their best “winter glam” outfits and enjoyed great food and drinks (Thunder The Influence martini anyone?) in even better company. I was quite impressed that the guest list of the …
Nov
12
Giving credit where credit is due
I am a firm believer that we should always reward those who deserve a reward, recognize those that deserve the recognition, and thank those who deserve to be thanked. It sounds simple, but I feel this concept is commonly overlooked at this day in age. Every year, one of the ways I try to give …
Nov
09
Another Night with Jason Mraz
Tonight I got to spend the night with a man I am so infatuated with: Mr. Jason Mraz! I was first introduced to him by a great friend of mine, Cody Paige, when we were traveling to a conference together back in 2002. From that point on, I have fallen more in love with his …
