Nov 1, 2024 | Friday Founder Thoughts
As I continue on my entrepreneurial journey, I’ve been revisiting some of my favorite business books, each one teaching valuable lessons on what leads to lasting success. These books have helped guide me through the challenges of business leadership and have shown me...
Oct 25, 2024 | Friday Founder Thoughts
A recent conversation with a friend reminded me of something that has always come naturally to me—solution design. As we were talking, I found myself reflecting on a visioning exercise I participated in with the Woolwich Counselling Centre’s Board of Directors. During...
Oct 18, 2024 | Friday Founder Thoughts
In 1970, economist Milton Friedman stirred the corporate world with his groundbreaking New York Times article titled The Social Responsibility of Business is to Increase Its Profits. His argument was clear: the sole responsibility of a business is to maximize returns...
Oct 11, 2024 | Friday Founder Thoughts
As entrepreneurs, each of us brings unique strengths to the table. There are skills that come naturally to us and tasks that we genuinely enjoy. For some of us, it’s the thrill of solving complex problems or the creativity involved in building something from scratch....
Oct 4, 2024 | Friday Founder Thoughts
As a founder or team leader, it’s important to step into new projects with confidence. That confidence often comes from experience, a solid plan, and deep knowledge of your product. But no matter how much we know, there’s one truth I’ve learned: customers have the...
Sep 27, 2024 | Friday Founder Thoughts
Growing up on a farm in southern Ontario, I learned a lot about hard work, community, and facing challenges with creativity. My parents were my role models. They showed me what perseverance and a respectful partnership look like. Watching them handle the stress of...
