July 31, 2010

Tomorrow, we’ll have orange sandwiches!

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In my last article, I suggested that when someone says something you don’t understand, don’t be afraid to say so and to ask for clarification. Shortly after posting this little nugget of wisdom, my … [Read more...]

What are they talking about?

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If you have ever started your own business, you will most likely have had to deal with various agreements and documents that are difficult to read, much less fully understand on a first go through. I am … [Read more...]

I don’t know but I’ll find out!

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Entering the corporate world in my 20’s was an interesting and eye-opening experience. Having owned a few businesses already, I had an entrepreneurial approach that was extremely helpful to me, but often … [Read more...]

Waiting for others can break your momentum!

It’s early on a Sunday morning and I am waking up with a coffee in hand taking in a wonderful sunrise. As my synapses slowly start to fire, (I am very slow to wake in the mornings) I remember that yesterday, … [Read more...]

Be Responsive!

About 12 years ago, I was having a discussion with a colleague from Toronto on the subject of message overload. We both managed a sales force in our respective parts of the country. Both of us were receiving … [Read more...]

Advice on starting a new business or re-energizing your career

Having your own business can be a satisfying and rewarding experience. However, starting a new business requires you to make many important decisions. A large number of new businesses fail because they … [Read more...]

Personnel Management 101 or how can I help…

It is with great pleasure that I introduce my very good friend and colleague Chris Holt as a guest author at synaptici.com. Chris has twenty-five years of experience within the non-profit sector in front … [Read more...]

Know your strengths and weaknesses

Recognizing your strengths and weaknesses is crucial to your success. Whether you are starting a business, trying to take your existing business to the next level or considering joining a company, you … [Read more...]

Jack Canfield: Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for What You Want

In the last article, Jack Canfield’s: Self-Esteem & Peak Performance, I discussed how I became aware of his set of audio tapes, Self-Esteem & Peak Performance. I peeked around youtube to see … [Read more...]

Are You On A Long Journey? Then Share the Driving Duties!

Have you ever been on a long road trip with someone who insists on doing all the driving?  What happens when the 12-hour mark comes and goes, and they continue to sit behind the wheel of the car, maintaining … [Read more...]

Our problems are simply a blank canvas waiting for a solution. So, what kind of an artist will you be today?