As I looked for my next read, I decided to skip the classic business books I’m usually found enjoying and go for a little fiction. My mom gave me a book last year for my birthday titled “The Shack” by William P Young and I haven’t been able to put it down. The story wrestles …
Monthly Archive: November 2009
Nov
29
The perfect gift for the techie on your list
During these cooler months, my iPod and I begin to dislike each other. Mainly because I hate having to take off my gloves in order to turn up my music or shuffle through songs. Well, Etre Touchy just solved my problem! Introducing the best, yet remarkably simple, way to keep your hands warm and your …
Nov
25
The future of computing: Trillions
The future of technology is daunting to some, but paralyzing to many. We can’t just adapt what we already have, we must redesign what (and how) we operate. Watch this sweet video to get a glimpse into what could be our not too distant future: Pick of the post: Ke$ha – Tik Tok (music video)
Nov
22
Accomplishing Greatness
When I get married… When I get that promotion… When I create my own company… When I finish that race… When I make more money… When I break that record… When I get that award… …THEN I will be great. Wrong. As I sat in Thomas Haas Chocolates with my sis having an incredible conversation, …
Nov
22
Kanye’s “Heartless” by… The Fray!?!
Not only is this a great rendition of the song, but the music video is artistically beautiful. Worth watching for sure. The FRAY – Heartless from IE HAGY on Vimeo.
Nov
20
Naked furniture!?!
I am always intrigued about how your physical surroundings affects your productivity and ability to think/learn. When I saw this video I had to laugh though! I can’t imagine how anyone could concentrate if this was their office or home furniture. I’d just laugh and point, which probably wouldn’t help the furniture’s ego very much… …
Nov
19
The most difficult question of the day
Last weekend, was a great example of tackling tough questions. I sat on the All Male Panel with some great gents for YWiB’s Beyond Pink conference and was asked to shed some light (from a younger perspective) on women in the working world. My favourite questions had to be: What does feminism mean to you? …
Nov
19
Young Women in Business: All-Male Panel
I was asked to represent the “next generation of men” at the All Male Panel at Beyond Pink, an annual conference hosted by Young Women in Business (YWiB). It was a true honour to speak beside these great gents: Bob Elton: CEO, BC Hydro Mike Desjardins: Driver (CEO), ViRTUS – @mikedesjardins Chris Flett: Founder, Ghost …
Nov
15
How to condition yourself to smile more
It’s no surprise that I am a big advocate of smiling. It’s probably the most attractive and socially beneficial face anyone could make. If you’re looking for some help with getting into the habit of smiling more, may I suggest you watch this video: happiness hat from Lauren McCarthy on Vimeo. Designer Lauren McCarthy says …
Nov
12
Remembrance Day – Uncovering Stories
For the 6th year in a row, I headed to War Memorial Gym at UBC yesterday for the Remembrance Day ceremony. It was encouraging to see the 350+ people there, as I remember my first two ceremonies had probably between 100-125. It’s nice to know that our generation still cares about those who came before …
