Lara Love Hardin

The Many Lives of Mama Love. A memoir of lying, stealing, writing and healing. This story will become a blockbuster movie or a must-watch Netflix series.  My guest today is NY Times Best Selling author Lara Love Hardin, and her book The Many Lives of Mamma Love is her story.  From the worst beginnings, and then addiction, and then theft and jail, is someone who ends up breaking bread with Oprah, meditating with the Dalai Lama, writing Desmond Tutu's book, and becoming a successful CEO. Picture a million-dollar home in a quiet cul-de-sac, the last place you'd expect to find a gripping tale of deception, addiction, and redemption. Yet, within these walls, Lara Love Hardin concealed a shadowy secret, funding her drug addiction through an intricate web of stolen credit cards from unsuspecting neighbours. Lara's harrowing descent into addiction led her to a place no one could have predicted – behind bars and estranged from her children—where she became inmate S32179. Inside the concrete confines of the jail, a peculiar power structure emerges, a curious blend of adolescent sleepover dynamics and the raw brutality depicted in Lord of the Flies. Upon her release, Lara's journey of reinvention takes an unexpected turn as she fights bureaucracy to reclaim her children while embarking on a remarkable journey that brings her face-to-face and pen to paper with some of the most influential people on the planet. Yet, the shadow of her past persists, a constant reminder that redemption is a battle against shame. Amy Deacon, the founder and CEO of Toronto Wellness Counselling, returns to Chatter that Matters to discuss the difficult road back for addicts.  To buy Lara Love Hardin's book - The Many Lives of Mama Love:   https://www.amazon.com/Many-Lives-Mama-Love-Stealing/dp/B0BWSD2CG4  To connect with Amy Deacon:  https://www.torontowellnesscounselling.com/

The Many Lives of Mama Love. A memoir of lying, stealing, writing and healing. This story will become a blockbuster movie or a must-watch Netflix series.  My guest today is NY Times Best Selling author Lara Love Hardin, and her book The Many Lives of Mamma Love is her story.  From the worst beginnings, and then addiction, and then theft and jail, is someone who ends up breaking bread with Oprah, meditating with the Dalai Lama, writing Desmond Tutu's book, and becoming a successful CEO. Picture a million-dollar home in a quiet cul-de-sac, the last place you'd expect to find a gripping tale of deception, addiction, and redemption. Yet, within these walls, Lara Love Hardin concealed a shadowy secret, funding her drug addiction through an intricate web of stolen credit cards from unsuspecting neighbours. Lara's harrowing descent into addiction led her to a place no one could have predicted – behind bars and estranged from her children—where she became inmate S32179. Inside the concrete confines of the jail, a peculiar power structure emerges, a curious blend of adolescent sleepover dynamics and the raw brutality depicted in Lord of the Flies. Upon her release, Lara's journey of reinvention takes an unexpected turn as she fights bureaucracy to reclaim her children while embarking on a remarkable journey that brings her face-to-face and pen to paper with some of the most influential people on the planet. Yet, the shadow of her past persists, a constant reminder that redemption is a battle against shame. Amy Deacon, the founder and CEO of Toronto Wellness Counselling, returns to Chatter that Matters to discuss the difficult road back for addicts. To buy Lara Love Hardin's book - The Many Lives of Mama Love:  <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Many-Lives-Mama-Love-Stealing/dp/B0BWSD2CG4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.amazon.com/Many-Lives-Mama-Love-Stealing/dp/B0BWSD2CG4</a> To connect with Amy Deacon:  <a href="https://www.torontowellnesscounselling.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.torontowellnesscounselling.com/</a>

Lara Love Hardin - Lying, Stealing, Writing and Healing

John Stackhouse

  Biologist Dr. Manrique Prada and thought leader John Stackhouse joined me this week in an episode I titled two conversations with Mother Nature.  Dr. Manrique Prada, a Ph.D. in biological science, stands as one of South America's most esteemed environmentalists. In his new book Voices of Mother Earth, Manrique shares his experiences living among the Xavante people—an indigenous tribe who lives off the land and in harmony with Mother Nature. Manrique imparts their wisdom of attentively listening to the forest, making decisions guided by dreams, and being part of the ecosystem versus trying to control it.  The Xavante considers most humans as termites who destroy everything in their path.   Dr. Prada's teachings hold valuable life lessons for preserving our planet. He sees little promise for celebrities and politicians who talk without the walk and so much hope if we create this conversation with nature from the ground up.   John Stackhouse, formerly the Editor in Chief of Canada's national newspaper, the Globe and Mail, is now a Senior VP at RBC inside the office of the President. As the leader of RBC's Climate Action Institute, John's conversation is clear; we must move beyond rhetoric to action. He points to the power of business and markets to drive change, an extraordinary green revolution happening in the United States and why Canadians can and must keep pace with speed and scale.   Two powerful and thought-provoking conversations on what we can do individually and collectively for our planet.   To buy Manrique Prada's book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CDJZDKB3 To find out more about the RBC Climate Action Institute:  https://www.rbc.com/climate-action-institute/    To listen to John Stackhouse's Disruptors Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/disruptors/id1332711400

Biologist Dr. Manrique Prada and thought leader John Stackhouse joined me this week in an episode I titled two conversations with Mother Nature. Dr. Manrique Prada, a Ph.D. in biological science, stands as one of South America's most esteemed environmentalists. In his new book Voices of Mother Earth, Manrique shares his experiences living among the Xavante people—an indigenous tribe who lives off the land and in harmony with Mother Nature. Manrique imparts their wisdom of attentively listening to the forest, making decisions guided by dreams, and being part of the ecosystem versus trying to control it. The Xavante considers most humans as termites who destroy everything in their path. Dr. Prada's teachings hold valuable life lessons for preserving our planet. He sees little promise for celebrities and politicians who talk without the walk and so much hope if we create this conversation with nature from the ground up. John Stackhouse, formerly the Editor in Chief of Canada's national newspaper, the Globe and Mail, is now a Senior VP at RBC inside the office of the President. As the leader of RBC's Climate Action Institute, John's conversation is clear; we must move beyond rhetoric to action. He points to the power of business and markets to drive change, an extraordinary green revolution happening in the United States and why Canadians can and must keep pace with speed and scale. Two powerful and thought-provoking conversations on what we can do individually and collectively for our planet. To buy Manrique Prada's book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CDJZDKB3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CDJZDKB3</a> To find out more about the RBC Climate Action Institute: <a href="https://www.rbc.com/climate-action-institute/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rbc.com/climate-action-institute/</a> To listen to John Stackhouse's Disruptors Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/disruptors/id1332711400" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/disruptors/id1332711400</a>

Manrique Prada / John Stackhouse - Two Conversations, One Mother Nature

Peter Weissman

Peter Weissman. A journey marked by trauma, resilience, advocacy and two brothers.  Two weeks ago, I shared the story of Eric Weissman who battled addiction to become an advocate for people experiencing homelessness. Today we celebrate his brother's inspiring journey. Peter Weissman's life turned upside down at four when his Mom left home to pursue her dream of becoming an artist, something she succeeded at. Peter's description of what he saw when his Mom died is so powerful. Peter's Russian immigrant dad went from a successful business to poverty and thought corporal punishment was how to keep his family in line. Peter quickly learned resilience, something he would need throughout his life. Peter worked his way through high school and university. His heart was set on photography, but security pointed him to accounting. After graduating, Peter achieved financial security until life took two more turns and tore away his stability. At 30, and two years of marriage, a potentially paralyzing spinal cord injury and ensuing surgery masked the onset of MS at the same time. His MS went undiagnosed for six years (and two children), costing him an early treatment that may have reduced the impact of MS on his life.  Everything leading up to this gave Peter the anger and drive to refuse to be a victim.  Peter chose possibility over impossibility. Peter is a loving husband and father, an Advanced Open Water Certified Scuba Diver, a brilliant nature photographer, a wheelchair athlete and one of Canada's most respected tax accountants.  He credits his family and our healthcare system to allow him to chase all of these dreams. Peter's advocacy for accessibility and improved tax systems for people with disabilities mirrors Eric's advocacy for people without housing. It proves that from trauma can come triumph and that these tales of two brothers make our world a better place.

Peter Weissman. A journey marked by trauma, resilience, advocacy and two brothers.  Two weeks ago, I shared the story of Eric Weissman who battled addiction to become an advocate for people experiencing homelessness. Today we celebrate his brother's inspiring journey. Peter Weissman's life turned upside down at four when his Mom left home to pursue her dream of becoming an artist, something she succeeded at. Peter's description of what he saw when his Mom died is so powerful. Peter's Russian immigrant dad went from a successful business to poverty and thought corporal punishment was how to keep his family in line. Peter quickly learned resilience, something he would need throughout his life. Peter worked his way through high school and university. His heart was set on photography, but security pointed him to accounting. After graduating, Peter achieved financial security until life took two more turns and tore away his stability. At 30, and two years of marriage, a potentially paralyzing spinal cord injury and ensuing surgery masked the onset of MS at the same time. His MS went undiagnosed for six years (and two children), costing him an early treatment that may have reduced the impact of MS on his life.  Everything leading up to this gave Peter the anger and drive to refuse to be a victim.  Peter chose possibility over impossibility. Peter is a loving husband and father, an Advanced Open Water Certified Scuba Diver, a brilliant nature photographer, a wheelchair athlete and one of Canada's most respected tax accountants.  He credits his family and our healthcare system to allow him to chase all of these dreams. Peter's advocacy for accessibility and improved tax systems for people with disabilities mirrors Eric's advocacy for people without housing. It proves that from trauma can come triumph and that these tales of two brothers make our world a better place.

Peter Weissman - Never Surrender

Would you remain optimistic if the cards of life are rarely dealt in your favour? This week's inspiring guest is Lindsay Ireland, who spent idyllic childhood summers in Vermont, riding horses, playing detective with her cousin, and living with her famous aunt and uncle, Jill Ireland and Charles Bronson, the action star of his day. Lindsay's world changed at age eleven when she noticed blood in her stool. At first, hiding it from her parents, things got worse, and she found herself confined to a sterile hospital room, feeling invisible, with severe ulcerative colitis. Lindsay had to undergo life-saving ostomy surgery. She had five more surgeries, including a final operation in her late 20s that made the ostomy permanent. Then, in her early 30's, she was diagnosed with a second autoimmune disease, Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and then years later, with Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis. Some people appear baffled when Lindsay Ireland says she is lucky. What I learned is that she has never seen herself as a victim.  In this candid interview, Lindsay shares her transformation from a girl grappling with autoimmune diseases to a resilient young woman. Lindsay courageously confronts the challenge of loving a body that has repeatedly let her down. Despite the invisible nature of her illnesses, Lindsay perseveres, fighting to make herself seen and understood as a mother and wife.  Take advantage of this heartfelt episode as Lindsay's story unfolds, reminding us of the power of resilience and the importance of having people who love you being part of your quest. Amy Deacon, the founder and CEO of Toronto Wellness Counselling, once again joins the show to offer her brilliant insights into how we overcome circumstances to chase dreams and change our world and others for the better. To read Lindsay's blog or to buy her book: Why Me? click here: https://www.lindsayireland.com And another demonstration of how special Lindsay Ireland is - all proceeds from her book are going to the MS Society of Canada and Ostomy Canada. 

Would you remain optimistic if the cards of life are rarely dealt in your favour? This week's inspiring guest is Lindsay Ireland, who spent idyllic childhood summers in Vermont, riding horses, playing detective with her cousin, and living with her famous aunt and uncle, Jill Ireland and Charles Bronson, the action star of his day. Lindsay's world changed at age eleven when she noticed blood in her stool. At first, hiding it from her parents, things got worse, and she found herself confined to a sterile hospital room, feeling invisible, with severe ulcerative colitis. Lindsay had to undergo life-saving ostomy surgery. She had five more surgeries, including a final operation in her late 20s that made the ostomy permanent. Then, in her early 30's, she was diagnosed with a second autoimmune disease, Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and then years later, with Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis. Some people appear baffled when Lindsay Ireland says she is lucky. What I learned is that she has never seen herself as a victim.  In this candid interview, Lindsay shares her transformation from a girl grappling with autoimmune diseases to a resilient young woman. Lindsay courageously confronts the challenge of loving a body that has repeatedly let her down. Despite the invisible nature of her illnesses, Lindsay perseveres, fighting to make herself seen and understood as a mother and wife.  Take advantage of this heartfelt episode as Lindsay's story unfolds, reminding us of the power of resilience and the importance of having people who love you being part of your quest. Amy Deacon, the founder and CEO of Toronto Wellness Counselling, once again joins the show to offer her brilliant insights into how we overcome circumstances to chase dreams and change our world and others for the better. To read Lindsay's blog or to buy her book: Why Me? click here: <a href="https://www.lindsayireland.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lindsayireland.com</a> And another demonstration of how special Lindsay Ireland is - all proceeds from her book are going to the MS Society of Canada and Ostomy Canada.

Lindsay Ireland - Why Not Me?

Eric Weissman

Let me introduce my guest and his powerful story about transformation and triumph. Eric Weissman was a child living in a home marked by turbulence, trauma and aggression. Eric developed an insatiable appetite for consuming and selling drugs until addiction consumed him. He spent six years living nomadically and even on the street. Few break this cycle. He didn't just break it; Eric Weissman, PH.D.he is working to end this cycle. He is one of our country's advocates for change. An  Associate Professor at the University of New Brunswick, the Research Lead for the Post Secondary Research Network, and a Board Member at the Centre for Criminal Justice Studies.  Eric is an advocate offering practical ideas for providing urgent needs to low-barrier housing.  And at the end of the interview let me introduce you to an idea. I have no empirical evidence, but I am seeing many more homeless people, reading about the growing number of Canadians living paycheck to paycheck and the growing opioid crisis. And I feel anxious about random crimes by desperate people, happening in once-safe neighbourhoods. This upward trend can't continue. I would begin by tackling homelessness. At the end of the episode, I share an idea my wife and I had to tackle this problem. I might be biased, but it also might be a big idea.  It isn't a hand-out; it involves a hand-up. Here is the problem, it is discriminatory. We want to identify the top 5% of people who live on the street with the most capability and desire to get off the street. We don't care about gender, ethnicity, religion, disability or sexuality; we care about finding the individuals who aren't addicted and willing to work hard and, in return, get access to shelter, food and, most importantly, opportunity.   Why the top 5%? We want early success, ambassadors and role models. The best counsellors in the world are people who have lived with the problems their patients are facing. Let the best of the best go back to the streets and recruit the next group of people.  Anyone with the same work ethic and desire, addicted or not, we will invite them next.   Give it a listen, let me know what you think.

Let me introduce my guest and his powerful story about transformation and triumph. Eric Weissman was a child living in a home marked by turbulence, trauma and aggression. Eric developed an insatiable appetite for consuming and selling drugs until addiction consumed him. He spent six years living nomadically and even on the street. Few break this cycle. He didn't just break it; Eric Weissman, PH.D.he is working to end this cycle. He is one of our country's advocates for change. An Associate Professor at the University of New Brunswick, the Research Lead for the Post Secondary Research Network, and a Board Member at the Centre for Criminal Justice Studies.  Eric is an advocate offering practical ideas for providing urgent needs to low-barrier housing.  And at the end of the interview let me introduce you to an idea. I have no empirical evidence, but I am seeing many more homeless people, reading about the growing number of Canadians living paycheck to paycheck and the growing opioid crisis. And I feel anxious about random crimes by desperate people, happening in once-safe neighbourhoods. This upward trend can't continue. I would begin by tackling homelessness. At the end of the episode, I share an idea my wife and I had to tackle this problem. I might be biased, but it also might be a big idea.  It isn't a hand-out; it involves a hand-up. Here is the problem, it is discriminatory. We want to identify the top 5% of people who live on the street with the most capability and desire to get off the street. We don't care about gender, ethnicity, religion, disability or sexuality; we care about finding the individuals who aren't addicted and willing to work hard and, in return, get access to shelter, food and, most importantly, opportunity.   Why the top 5%? We want early success, ambassadors and role models. The best counsellors in the world are people who have lived with the problems their patients are facing. Let the best of the best go back to the streets and recruit the next group of people.  Anyone with the same work ethic and desire, addicted or not, we will invite them next.   Give it a listen, let me know what you think.

Eric Weissman - Trauma to Triumph

Kevin Newman

Kevin Newman: Learning how and where his son sought the truth was harder than finding the truth. Alex Newman:  Finding answers in chat rooms versus the family room (felt safer). Until he came out to his family.   This is one of my favourite interviews of all time. It brought back memories of my relationship with my father, which I describe in the opening. As I introduce my two guests, you will instantly know the voice of Kevin Newman, one of North America's most acclaimed journalists, but instead of anchoring the news, he opens up about a period in his life when he learned that his son was gay.   What makes this so special is that Kevin and his son Alex each talk about their journey of discovery and transformation that led to their ground-breaking memoir, "All Out A Father and Son Confront the Hard Truths That Made Them Better Men."   Alex candidly reveals his path to self-realization, recounting the struggle of finding understanding within the anonymous confines of online chat rooms rather than within the familiar walls of his own home. His courageous account of coming out to his family resonates deeply, highlighting the challenges of finding one's identity within society's biased norms.   Meanwhile, Kevin, an esteemed Emmy and Gemini award-winning journalist shares a parallel narrative of his own. As he embarks on a new chapter in his career at Good Morning America, he grapples with a U.S. broadcast culture intent on reshaping his identity.   Alex and Kevin write a book for themselves and others. Each writes their part in solitude. The moment of truth is when father and son exchange their completed manuscripts and read each other's interpretations of who they are and why each and they matter.   I think every parent and child will feel their words and celebrate their love and admiration for each other. Kevin Purkiss, VP of Fraud Management, joins the show to talk about his experiences with his son coming out, why diversity and inclusion matter, and how fraud artists target the LGBTQ+ community.  To buy Kevin and Alex's book: All Out:     https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/all-out-a-father-and/9780345813886-item.html?ikwid=all+out+kevin+and+alex+newman&amp;ikwsec=Home&amp;ikwidx=0#algoliaQueryId=97eecb9ad27862bd4351f292661ed41a

Kevin Newman: Learning how and where his son sought the truth was harder than finding the truth. Alex Newman:  Finding answers in chat rooms versus the family room (felt safer). Until he came out to his family. This is one of my favourite interviews of all time. It brought back memories of my relationship with my father, which I describe in the opening. As I introduce my two guests, you will instantly know the voice of Kevin Newman, one of North America's most acclaimed journalists, but instead of anchoring the news, he opens up about a period in his life when he learned that his son was gay. What makes this so special is that Kevin and his son Alex each talk about their journey of discovery and transformation that led to their ground-breaking memoir, "All Out A Father and Son Confront the Hard Truths That Made Them Better Men." Alex candidly reveals his path to self-realization, recounting the struggle of finding understanding within the anonymous confines of online chat rooms rather than within the familiar walls of his own home. His courageous account of coming out to his family resonates deeply, highlighting the challenges of finding one's identity within society's biased norms. Meanwhile, Kevin, an esteemed Emmy and Gemini award-winning journalist shares a parallel narrative of his own. As he embarks on a new chapter in his career at Good Morning America, he grapples with a U.S. broadcast culture intent on reshaping his identity. Alex and Kevin write a book for themselves and others. Each writes their part in solitude. The moment of truth is when father and son exchange their completed manuscripts and read each other's interpretations of who they are and why each and they matter. I think every parent and child will feel their words and celebrate their love and admiration for each other. Kevin Purkiss, VP of Fraud Management, joins the show to talk about his experiences with his son coming out, why diversity and inclusion matter, and how fraud artists target the LGBTQ+ community.  To buy Kevin and Alex's book: All Out:   <a href="https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/all-out-a-father-and/9780345813886-item.html?ikwid=all+out+kevin+and+alex+newman&amp;ikwsec=Home&amp;ikwidx=0#algoliaQueryId=97eecb9ad27862bd4351f292661ed41a" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/all-out-a-father-and/9780345813886-item.html?ikwid=all+out+kevin+and+alex+newman&amp;ikwsec=Home&amp;ikwidx=0#algoliaQueryId=97eecb9ad27862bd4351f292661ed41a</a>

Alex and Kevin Newman - Father and Son write All Out

In 1967 Canada was the world’s ninth largest economy; today, it is seventeenth. Regarding income per person, we’ve fallen from third to fifteenth. What kind of Canada are we leaving our children? How do we avoid falling further behind?    Join us for a special Canada Day podcast recorded at the prestigious Toronto Hunt Club. I interviewed three authors who wrote "Everybody's Business: How to Ensure Canadian Prosperity Through the Twenty-First Century."    You will hear from the charismatic Dany Assaf, co-chair of the competition and foreign investment group at Torys LLP, the brilliant Walid Hejazi, a renowned professor of international business at the prestigious Rotman School of Management and visionary Joe Manget, Chair and CEO of the esteemed EHN Canada.  We explore the declining living standards in Canada and the growing belief that the next generation will face even more significant challenges.   We then look at their strategies for reversing this trajectory. It can be done if we all make it... Everybody's Business.     To purchase Everybody's Business: https://www.amazon.ca/Everybodys-Business-Canadian-Prosperity-Twenty-First/dp/1990823076/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2Q1GW6MQ7KD5V&amp;keywords=everybody%27s+business+%2B+book&amp;qid=1688132181&amp;sprefix=everybodys+business+%2B+book%2Caps%2C144&amp;sr=8-1

In 1967 Canada was the world’s ninth largest economy; today, it is seventeenth. Regarding income per person, we’ve fallen from third to fifteenth. What kind of Canada are we leaving our children? How do we avoid falling further behind?    Join us for a special Canada Day podcast recorded at the prestigious Toronto Hunt Club. I interviewed three authors who wrote "Everybody's Business: How to Ensure Canadian Prosperity Through the Twenty-First Century."   You will hear from the charismatic Dany Assaf, co-chair of the competition and foreign investment group at Torys LLP, the brilliant Walid Hejazi, a renowned professor of international business at the prestigious Rotman School of Management and visionary Joe Manget, Chair and CEO of the esteemed EHN Canada. We explore the declining living standards in Canada and the growing belief that the next generation will face even more significant challenges.   We then look at their strategies for reversing this trajectory. It can be done if we all make it... Everybody's Business.     To purchase Everybody's Business: <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Everybodys-Business-Canadian-Prosperity-Twenty-First/dp/1990823076/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2Q1GW6MQ7KD5V&amp;keywords=everybody%27s+business+%2B+book&amp;qid=1688132181&amp;sprefix=everybodys+business+%2B+book%2Caps%2C144&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.ca/Everybodys-Business-Canadian-Prosperity-Twenty-First/dp/1990823076/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2Q1GW6MQ7KD5V&amp;keywords=everybody%27s+business+%2B+book&amp;qid=1688132181&amp;sprefix=everybodys+business+%2B+book%2Caps%2C144&amp;sr=8-1</a>

Assaf, Hejazi, Manget - Everybody's Business

Nicole Bourque-Bouchier

Nicole Bourque-Bouchier's journey from humble beginnings to RBC's 2022 Women of Influence - CEO Excellence Award Winner. Hailing from a lineage of trappers, Nicole Bourque-Bouchier claims her indigenous and entrepreneurial roots to be a role model to her family and community while building Bouchier into one of the largest indigenous-owned companies with revenues of $150 million, 1000 employees and 400 heavy equipment vehicles. Nicole intimately shares her family's transformative journey from the trapline to Fort McMurray—her parent's quest for a better, more stable life. She delves into the tragic loss of her younger sister to suicide, an event that indelibly shaped Nicole's trajectory, altering her thoughts, career path, and personal growth. Nicole offers so much in this podcast, including her dad’s lesson that everyone matters, how to go after your dreams, and why she stopped trying to fit in a man's world and instead focused on the vision, values and principles that matter most to her.  

Nicole Bourque-Bouchier's journey from humble beginnings to RBC's 2022 Women of Influence - CEO Excellence Award Winner. Hailing from a lineage of trappers, Nicole Bourque-Bouchier claims her indigenous and entrepreneurial roots to be a role model to her family and community while building Bouchier into one of the largest indigenous-owned companies with revenues of $150 million, 1000 employees and 400 heavy equipment vehicles. Nicole intimately shares her family's transformative journey from the trapline to Fort McMurray—her parent's quest for a better, more stable life. She delves into the tragic loss of her younger sister to suicide, an event that indelibly shaped Nicole's trajectory, altering her thoughts, career path, and personal growth. Nicole offers so much in this podcast, including her dad’s lesson that everyone matters, how to go after your dreams, and why she stopped trying to fit in a man's world and instead focused on the vision, values and principles that matter most to her.

Nicole Bourque-Bouchier - From Trapper to Trailblazer

Garry Junkuhn

Being a father was the most magical thing in Garry Junkuhn's life. He could never have imagined that he would lose contact with his two sons for over three years when his girlfriend moved in with him. His pain was akin to four wild horses tearing him apart. Garry's life unravelled further when he learned from a school email that his older son had changed his last name to his mother's surname. However, amidst the darkness, a glimmer of hope emerged. A mentor stepped into Garry's life, urging him to discover the hidden gift within his adversity. And just when he needed it most, a chance encounter with a spiritual leader breathed new life into his shattered spirit, reigniting Garry's trust in himself. It was an arduous multi-year journey,but Garry's unwavering determination led him to reconnect with his sons and embark on a mission to help other fathers find their way back to their children. Prepare yourself for a riveting narrative that not only unveils Garry's raw and deeply personal story but also imparts invaluable lessons on how to transform a life and forge meaningful connections with the ones who matter most. It is a testament to the human spirit's resilience and the power of unconditional love. Moreover, Garry's profound experience catalyzed the birth of 100K Fathers, an organization dedicated to equipping 100,000 fathers with the guidance and tools they need to reunite with their children.   To learn more about the incredible work of 100KFathers, visit their website at https://www.100k-fathers.com/.

Being a father was the most magical thing in Garry Junkuhn's life. He could never have imagined that he would lose contact with his two sons for over three years when his girlfriend moved in with him. His pain was akin to four wild horses tearing him apart. Garry's life unravelled further when he learned from a school email that his older son had changed his last name to his mother's surname. However, amidst the darkness, a glimmer of hope emerged. A mentor stepped into Garry's life, urging him to discover the hidden gift within his adversity. And just when he needed it most, a chance encounter with a spiritual leader breathed new life into his shattered spirit, reigniting Garry's trust in himself. It was an arduous multi-year journey,but Garry's unwavering determination led him to reconnect with his sons and embark on a mission to help other fathers find their way back to their children. Prepare yourself for a riveting narrative that not only unveils Garry's raw and deeply personal story but also imparts invaluable lessons on how to transform a life and forge meaningful connections with the ones who matter most. It is a testament to the human spirit's resilience and the power of unconditional love. Moreover, Garry's profound experience catalyzed the birth of 100K Fathers, an organization dedicated to equipping 100,000 fathers with the guidance and tools they need to reunite with their children. To learn more about the incredible work of 100KFathers, visit their website at <a href="https://www.100k-fathers.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.100k-fathers.com/</a>.

Garry Junkuhn - Lost and Found

Dane Jensen

  Can pressure be your superpower?  Can it be the wind at your back instead of a suffocating weight on your shoulders? My guest today is Dane Jensen, the CEO of Third Factor, an acclaimed speaker, an instructor at Queen’s University and the University of North Carolina, a regular contributor to the Harvard Business Review and author of The Power of Pressure.     Dane has an incredible way with words, and he talks about what he learned about pressure from discussions with Olympic athletes, Navy Seals, overworked managers, and busy parents. Dane shares the physiological responses to pressure, how it’s an essential input into high performance, and how you can use this emotionally charged state to your advantage by knowing the patterns.    Learn about Dane’s pressure equation - importance, uncertainty, and volume and how it can add up to your advantage the next time you are under pressure to land a job, deliver a presentation, parent your child through a challenging situation or have to win a skin with a three-foot putt.    Lisa Melo, VP of Learning and Performance at RBC, then joins the show to talk about why skills are the new currency, why training must be put within arm’s reach of desire, and how gamification, AR and VR are creating new growth opportunities.     To learn more about Dane Jensen and to buy his book: https://www.thirdfactor.com/team/dane-jensen/

Can pressure be your superpower?  Can it be the wind at your back instead of a suffocating weight on your shoulders? My guest today is Dane Jensen, the CEO of Third Factor, an acclaimed speaker, an instructor at Queen’s University and the University of North Carolina, a regular contributor to the Harvard Business Review and author of The Power of Pressure.   Dane has an incredible way with words, and he talks about what he learned about pressure from discussions with Olympic athletes, Navy Seals, overworked managers, and busy parents. Dane shares the physiological responses to pressure, how it’s an essential input into high performance, and how you can use this emotionally charged state to your advantage by knowing the patterns.  Learn about Dane’s pressure equation - importance, uncertainty, and volume and how it can add up to your advantage the next time you are under pressure to land a job, deliver a presentation, parent your child through a challenging situation or have to win a skin with a three-foot putt.  Lisa Melo, VP of Learning and Performance at RBC, then joins the show to talk about why skills are the new currency, why training must be put within arm’s reach of desire, and how gamification, AR and VR are creating new growth opportunities. To learn more about Dane Jensen and to buy his book: <a href="https://www.thirdfactor.com/team/dane-jensen/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.thirdfactor.com/team/dane-jensen/</a>

Dane Jensen - Pressure is your Superpower

Chatter that Matters. A show about human perseverance and the possibility that counters the storm of negativity and a growing sense of impossibility.  Host Tony Chapman shares inspiring stories of people who make things happen regardless of seemingly impossible circumstances. We learn powerful life lessons that help us get where we want, need and deserve. Tony's guests include athletes, artists, activists, entrepreneurs, immigrants, refugees, survivors and leaders from across society. In doing so, we learn life lessons that help us chase our dreams.

Chatter that Matters. A show about human perseverance and the possibility that counters the storm of negativity and a growing sense of impossibility. Host Tony Chapman shares inspiring stories of people who make things happen regardless of seemingly impossible circumstances. We learn powerful life lessons that help us get where we want, need and deserve. Tony's guests include athletes, artists, activists, entrepreneurs, immigrants, refugees, survivors and leaders from across society. In doing so, we learn life lessons that help us chase our dreams.

Chatter that Matters

Will a robot take away your job?  What is the future of work? These are two of the essential questions that I ask Angela Donnelly, founder of Corethentic. I admire Angela immensely for her point of view on the future of work. Angela is a freshly minted Canadian, who immigrated from South Africa two years ago. Her knapsack is overflowing with experience working in human capital for leading financial services institutions and with Schuitema Group, a global consultancy dedicated to the enhancement and achievement of human excellence. I have interviewed Angela on the radio, seen her wow audiences from the stage and in workshops.  She is articulate, passionate, positive, and practical.  What she says in this podcast are worth everyone's ears as they involve both life and livelihood. Angela believes that this is the time to unleash the power, potential, and passion of human beings.  However, it takes authentic leaders who give more than than they get, an environment conditioned to bring out excellence with individuals and teams, and an intent that achieves profit through a higher purpose. If you are a leader in business or life or have aspirations to be one if you are an employee who feels marginalized or an employee resource harnessed only for an outcome, you will get so much from the wisdom Angela shares.  I am so impressed with her thinking I have invited Angela Donnelly to be a recurring guest.

Will a robot take away your job?  What is the future of work? These are two of the essential questions that I ask <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-donnelly-corethentic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Angela Donnelly</a>, founder of <a href="https://www.corethentic.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Corethentic</a>. I admire Angela immensely for her point of view on the future of work. Angela is a freshly minted Canadian, who immigrated from South Africa two years ago. Her knapsack is overflowing with experience working in human capital for leading financial services institutions and with <a href="https://www.schuitemagroup.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Schuitema Group</a>, a global consultancy dedicated to the enhancement and achievement of human excellence. I have interviewed Angela on the radio, seen her wow audiences from the stage and in workshops.  She is articulate, passionate, positive, and practical.  What she says in this podcast are worth everyone's ears as they involve both life and livelihood. Angela believes that this is the time to unleash the power, potential, and passion of human beings.  However, it takes authentic leaders who give more than than they get, an environment conditioned to bring out excellence with individuals and teams, and an intent that achieves profit through a higher purpose. If you are a leader in business or life or have aspirations to be one if you are an employee who feels marginalized or an employee resource harnessed only for an outcome, you will get so much from the wisdom Angela shares.  I am so impressed with her thinking I have invited Angela Donnelly to be a recurring guest.

Will a robot take away your job?  What is the future of your work?

Jean-François Archambault

Tony Chapman

Have you ever gone through, or are you contemplating a career transformation? Is this planned, or because of your circumstances, that changed abruptly? If so, this episode of Chatter that Matters is a must-listen. I interview a Canadian hero who is tackling two societal problems - hunger and waste. Jean-François Archambault left a promising career to pursue a higher purpose. To recover the tons of food wasted in hotels and restaurants to feed the homeless and people in need. His idea and the not for profit he founded, La Tablée des Chefs, has fed millions of people, taught food preparation and nutrition to people who have to make the most out of their food budget. Jean-François shares his story and what motivated him to pursue an entirely different path. His humility, insights, and passion will be an inspiration for anyone looking to or having to transform their life and livelihood.  #notforprofit #tacklehunger #sustainability #foodwaste #MontrealCanadiens #LaTabléedesChefs #Quebec #nutrition #foodwaste #JeanFrançoisArchambault #chatterthatmatters #keynote #notforprofit #makethingshappen #hero

Have you ever gone through, or are you contemplating a career transformation? Is this planned, or because of your circumstances, that changed abruptly? If so, this episode of Chatter that Matters is a must-listen. I interview a Canadian hero who is tackling two societal problems - hunger and waste. Jean-François Archambault left a promising career to pursue a higher purpose. To recover the tons of food wasted in hotels and restaurants to feed the homeless and people in need. His idea and the not for profit he founded, La Tablée des Chefs, has fed millions of people, taught food preparation and nutrition to people who have to make the most out of their food budget. Jean-François shares his story and what motivated him to pursue an entirely different path. His humility, insights, and passion will be an inspiration for anyone looking to or having to transform their life and livelihood. #notforprofit #tacklehunger #sustainability #foodwaste #MontrealCanadiens #LaTabléedesChefs #Quebec #nutrition #foodwaste #JeanFrançoisArchambault #chatterthatmatters #keynote #notforprofit #makethingshappen #hero

Tony Chapman: One-on-One with Jean-François Archambault

Bruce Linton

Great leaders are rare, but those who identify and define a new sector are often rarified. For example, Edison with Electricity, Ford in Automotive, Mary Kay with Beauty, Oprah with media, Jobs with consumer electronics, and Bezos with e-commerce made their unique mark but shared common traits. They have vision, curiosity, instinct, and they pursue their dreams with passion and persuasion. One of these individuals is Bruce Linton, the Founder and former CEO of Canopy Growth. Bruce witnesses how some countries were legalizing medical cannabis, and he listened carefully to the whispers of others who were looking at legalizing recreational marijuana. He determined that if this were to happen, it would be the opportunity of his lifetime and for Canada. His vision was to build, from scratch, the dominant global player in this space. To do so, Bruce Linton had to attract the capital and talent that could fuel his ambitions. His challenge to both was that cannabis had a stigma, whispers are not a guarantee, and in the USA, it is a Schedule 3 narcotic, with all the legal and banking implications that carry with it. We all know what Bruce Linton accomplished but what this episode of Chatter that Matter we focus on the individual, his mindset, his ability to make mission-critical decisions and to lead a company and a sector. We also learn the value he places on purpose and culture over profit, and why he embraces versus fears the path less trampled. And for anyone investing in this space, we also learn what Bruce is up to next.

Great leaders are rare, but those who identify and define a new sector are often rarified. For example, Edison with Electricity, Ford in Automotive, Mary Kay with Beauty, Oprah with media, Jobs with consumer electronics, and Bezos with e-commerce made their unique mark but shared common traits. They have vision, curiosity, instinct, and they pursue their dreams with passion and persuasion. One of these individuals is Bruce Linton, the Founder and former CEO of Canopy Growth. Bruce witnesses how some countries were legalizing medical cannabis, and he listened carefully to the whispers of others who were looking at legalizing recreational marijuana. He determined that if this were to happen, it would be the opportunity of his lifetime and for Canada. His vision was to build, from scratch, the dominant global player in this space. To do so, Bruce Linton had to attract the capital and talent that could fuel his ambitions. His challenge to both was that cannabis had a stigma, whispers are not a guarantee, and in the USA, it is a Schedule 3 narcotic, with all the legal and banking implications that carry with it. We all know what Bruce Linton accomplished but what this episode of Chatter that Matter we focus on the individual, his mindset, his ability to make mission-critical decisions and to lead a company and a sector. We also learn the value he places on purpose and culture over profit, and why he embraces versus fears the path less trampled. And for anyone investing in this space, we also learn what Bruce is up to next.

Chapman asks Bruce Linton who he is, where does he draw his motivation from, and what is he up to next.

Joe O'Brien is a gifted entrepreneur.  His tourism operation, O'Brien Boat Tours, includes three boats, two restaurants, gift shops, and shuttle buses.  His base is St John's Newfoundland, and he captains his guests to the edge of the world where they get so close to a whale that they can smell its breath. Giant icebergs, a wild bird sanctuary, mixed in with the songs and spirit of Newfoundland and Labrador.  Joe shares his story of growing up in a fishing village and having to reinvent when the Cod disappeared. Joe's philosophy on how to create experiences for his guests and employees that last a lifetime is a masterclass for the service economy.   This economic storm could capsize his business.  Joe needs our help. We ask Ujwal Arkalgud, a cultural anthropologist, Alex Blum a talented tourism marketer, and Kellie Sauriol from RBC, who considers small business operators as heroes for their advice.   They not only lift his spirit; they will lift his boats back into the water. Great insights for anyone building a career or brand in the tourism, hospitality, retail, and services space.   Small Business Matters series, presented by RBC.  Pivoting from Cod fishing to Whale watching (01:16) Joe O'Brien grows up in a fishing village 30 minutes from St John's Newfoundland, it is the only business his family knows, but in the 1980s, overfishing has ruined their livelihood. Joe considers a significant pivot when he looks at eco-tourism. But few are convinced. Thankfully Joe ignores the sceptic's and starts a boat tour business. He wants to take tourists to 'the edge of the universe, where whales, puffins, and  icebergs. Joe learns the secret of the worlds great tourism operators (05:38) Joe realizes that he isn't in the tour boat business, he is in the business of creating memories that last a lifetime. To do so, he must master the local geography, weave in the unique culture of Newfoundland and Labrador, win over local businesses, and then hire and train employees that can do more than punch tickets; they must make every trip feel like the first and best. Joe builds a 5-star tour operator, wins countless  awards, and puts smiles on the faces of thousands of customers while changing the work ethic of hundreds of employees. Joe now has three vessels, two gift shops, and restaurants, and shuttle buses. Instagram and Facebook are the perfect channels for guests to share coming so close to a whale, that they can smell its breath. Joe’s boats are landlocked and his business might go underwater (10:18) Joe can have one of the most  highly rated eco-tourism businesses in Canada, but COVID-19 and human isolation capsize his dream. Joe draws deep into his past when he pivoted from fishing to touring but is resilience enough? Joe knows he is not alone and always optimistic, he believes that we can work together and to start "…pulling on the rope together to make it go in the right direction." But he needs help - so we find him that help. The experts lift Joe’s spirit (13:32) Ujwal Arkalgud, CEO of Motivbase is a brilliant cultural anthropologist who surprises Joe O'Brien with his thorough understanding of consumer behaviour, and why he knows Joe is well-positioned for the future if he can ride out the storm. Alexandra Blum, Founder of Silver Lining Marketing, one of Canada's top brand strategists and marketers in the tourism sector, gives Joe a playbook for engineering a post-COVID-19 comeback. Kellie Sauriol, from RBC, adds icing to Joe O'Brien's cake by stating that small business owners are her hero's and that his history stands tall. Tony wants to bottle Joe’s resilience for all of Canada to consume (23:50) Some make things happen, while others watch and wonder what happens. Joe, you are and have always been someone to make things happen. Your resilience, entrepreneurial spirit, generosity, and constant pursuit to serve, and to create extraordinary experiences is something I wish we could bottle, and every Canadian could drink.  Links and References Website - https://www.obriensboattours.com  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/obrienstours/  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/obrienswhalebirdtours  Twitter - https://twitter.com/obrienstours  Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/user/obrienswhalebirdtour Newfoundland Labrador Tourism - https://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com Ujwal Arkalgud - https://www.linkedin.com/in/interpretivist/  Website - https://www.motivbase.com Alexandra Blum - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-blum-a0bba8149/  Website - https://www.silverliningmarketing.ca Kellie Sauriol - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellie-sauriol-3a86a9158/ RBC Business page – https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/business/index.html  RBC COVID-19 Financial Relief page - https://www.rbc.com/covid-19/business.html  Future Launch - https://www.rbc.com/dms/enterprise/futurelaunch/index.html  Follow Tony Chapman Website - https://tonychapmanreactions.com  Twitter - https://twitter.com/TonyChapman  Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/

Joe O'Brien is a gifted entrepreneur.  His tourism operation, <a href="http://www.obriensboattours.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">O'Brien Boat Tours</a>, includes three boats, two restaurants, gift shops, and shuttle buses.  His base is <a href="https://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com/top-destinations/st-johns" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">St John's</a> Newfoundland, and he captains his guests to the edge of the world where they get so close to a whale that they can smell its breath. Giant icebergs, a wild bird sanctuary, mixed in with the songs and spirit of <a href="https://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Newfoundland and Labrador</a>.  Joe shares his story of growing up in a fishing village and having to reinvent when the Cod disappeared. Joe's philosophy on how to create experiences for his guests and employees that last a lifetime is a masterclass for the service economy.   This economic storm could capsize his business.  Joe needs our help. We ask <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/interpretivist/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ujwal Arkalgud</a>, a cultural anthropologist, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-blum-a0bba8149/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alex Blum</a> a talented tourism marketer, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellie-sauriol-3a86a9158/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kellie Sauriol</a> from RBC, who considers small business operators as heroes for their advice.   They not only lift his spirit; they will lift his boats back into the water. Great insights for anyone building a career or brand in the tourism, hospitality, retail, and services space.   Small Business Matters series, presented by <a href="https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/business/index.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RBC</a>. Pivoting from Cod fishing to Whale watching (01:16) Joe O'Brien grows up in a fishing village 30 minutes from St John's <a href="https://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Newfoundland</a>, it is the only business his family knows, but in the 1980s, overfishing has ruined their livelihood. Joe considers a significant pivot when he looks at eco-tourism. But few are convinced. Thankfully Joe ignores the sceptic's and starts a <a href="http://www.obriensboattours.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">boat tour</a> business. He wants to take tourists to 'the edge of the universe, where whales, puffins, and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47zWihBKqpk%20come%20to%20the%20party" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> icebergs</a>. Joe learns the secret of the worlds great tourism operators (05:38) Joe realizes that he isn't in the tour boat business, he is in the business of creating memories that last a lifetime. To do so, he must master the local <a href="https://www.obriensboattours.com/coastline/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">geography</a>, weave in the unique culture of Newfoundland and Labrador, win over local businesses, and then hire and train employees that can do more than punch tickets; they must make every trip feel like the first and best. Joe builds a 5-star tour operator, wins countless <a href="https://www.obriensboattours.com/boat-tours/award-winning-boat-tour/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> awards</a>, and puts smiles on the faces of thousands of customers while changing the work ethic of hundreds of employees. Joe now has three vessels, two gift shops, and restaurants, and shuttle buses. Instagram and Facebook are the perfect channels for guests to share coming so close to a whale, that they can smell its breath. Joe’s boats are landlocked and his business might go underwater (10:18) Joe can have one of the most <a href="https://www.tripadvisor.ca/Attraction_Review-g1746077-d2212553-Reviews-O_Brien_s_Whale_and_Bird_Tours-Bay_Bulls_Newfoundland_Newfoundland_and_Labrador.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> highly rated</a> eco-tourism businesses in Canada, but COVID-19 and human isolation capsize his dream. Joe draws deep into his past when he pivoted from fishing to touring but is resilience enough? Joe knows he is not alone and always optimistic, he believes that we can work together and to start "…pulling on the rope together to make it go in the right direction." But he needs help - so we find him that help. The experts lift Joe’s spirit (13:32) Ujwal Arkalgud, CEO of <a href="https://www.motivbase.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Motivbase</a> is a brilliant cultural anthropologist who surprises Joe O'Brien with his thorough understanding of consumer behaviour, and why he knows Joe is well-positioned for the future if he can ride out the storm. Alexandra Blum, Founder of <a href="https://www.silverliningmarketing.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Lining Marketing</a>, one of Canada's top brand strategists and marketers in the tourism sector, gives Joe a playbook for engineering a post-COVID-19 comeback. Kellie Sauriol, from RBC, adds icing to Joe O'Brien's cake by stating that small business owners are her hero's and that his history stands tall. Tony wants to bottle Joe’s resilience for all of Canada to consume (23:50) Some make things happen, while others watch and wonder what happens. Joe, you are and have always been someone to make things happen. Your resilience, entrepreneurial spirit, generosity, and constant pursuit to serve, and to create extraordinary experiences is something I wish we could bottle, and every Canadian could drink. Links and References Website - <a href="https://www.obriensboattours.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.obriensboattours.com</a> Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/obrienstours/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/obrienstours/</a> Facebook - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/obrienswhalebirdtours" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/obrienswhalebirdtours</a> Twitter - <a href="https://twitter.com/obrienstours" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/obrienstours</a> Youtube - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/obrienswhalebirdtour" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/user/obrienswhalebirdtour</a> Newfoundland Labrador Tourism - <a href="https://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com</a> Ujwal Arkalgud - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/interpretivist/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/interpretivist/</a> Website - <a href="https://www.motivbase.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.motivbase.com</a> Alexandra Blum - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-blum-a0bba8149/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-blum-a0bba8149/</a> Website - <a href="https://www.silverliningmarketing.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.silverliningmarketing.ca</a> Kellie Sauriol - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellie-sauriol-3a86a9158/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellie-sauriol-3a86a9158/</a> RBC Business page – <a href="https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/business/index.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/business/index.html</a> RBC COVID-19 Financial Relief page - <a href="https://www.rbc.com/covid-19/business.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rbc.com/covid-19/business.html</a> Future Launch - <a href="https://www.rbc.com/dms/enterprise/futurelaunch/index.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rbc.com/dms/enterprise/futurelaunch/index.html</a> Follow Tony Chapman Website - <a href="https://tonychapmanreactions.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://tonychapmanreactions.com</a> Twitter - <a href="https://twitter.com/TonyChapman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/TonyChapman</a> Linkedin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/</a>

Can Joe O’Brien, a 5-star tourism operator, keep his boats afloat?

Lisa Taylor leads a team of a hundred people when she uncovers an insight that would change her course in life, and possibly the future of the Canadian economy. Many people were satisfied at work, but not fulfilled. Even successful people in their mid-career strides described their situation as "hanging in and hanging on". Lisa left the security of a great job to launch Challenge Factory, a research-based, process-driven consultancy. Their mission is to help companies create productive cultures where people work with a higher purpose. She moves from the uncertainty of a startup to the complexities of leading a growing business, only to have today's economic uncertainty, turn her business upside down. Calling upon our experts to help her navigate through these times, they come back with insights on branding, positioning, and building a more robust social presence that she, and you can apply, to grow any brand or business. Small Business Matters series, presented by RBC.   Lisa uncovers an intriguing insight (01:56) While managing a team over a hundred professionals at Hewlett Packard, Lisa uncovers an insight that would form the foundation of her business, Challenge Factory. Many in her team, although successful, weren’t satisfied. They were stuck. They loved what they did, but they were no longer challenged. Making the leap (04:42) A conversation with her father inspires Lisa to pursue her dream. Six years in the making and many conversations with her most respected and admired friends and colleagues, Lisa’s new venture begins to take shape, eventually leaving the security of a corporate job to launch Challenge Factory. A square peg in a round hole (08:06) Founded on the discipline of career development, Lisa establishes a unique positioning for her business. Landing some significant clients, the business grows as does her presence in the industry - publishing a book (The Talent Revolution) and establishing herself as a thought leader on the future of work. Then COVID-19 strikes. The experts share their advice (15:35) Beverley Hammond (Broken Heart Love Affair), suggests Lisa narrows her focus and considers renaming her company; Kelly Peters (BEworks) encourages Lisa to convey to her clients the kind results they can expect. Finally, Caroline Paxton @RBC recommends focussing on only 2-3 social media channels for her marketing and Lori Darlington @RBC, advises Lisa to apply a scenario planning method to her business. Tony’s final thoughts (25:34) There is no doubt Lisa is guided by a compelling higher purpose - hanging on and hanging in. “The more the world looks to Lisa for leadership on the future work, the more they'll look to the services you offer.” And finally, Lisa should consider the rebranding advice from Beverley to sharpen her positioning, making her services “…easy to buy.”   Links and References Lisa Taylor - https://www.linkedin.com/in/authorlisataylor/  Website - www.challengefactory.ca Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/581098  Twitter - https://twitter.com/Challengfactory Beverley Hammond - https://www.linkedin.com/in/beverley-hammond-822a362/  Broken Heart Love Affair - http://www.brokenheartloveaffair.com Kelly Peters - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ikellypeters/  BeWorks - https://beworks.com Dan Ariely - http://danariely.com https://twitter.com/danariely Caroline Paxton - https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinedpaxton/  Lori Darlington - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-darlington/ Future Launch - https://www.rbc.com/dms/enterprise/futurelaunch/index.html  RBC Business page – https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/business/index.html  RBC COVID-19 Financial Relief page - https://www.rbc.com/covid-19/business.html  Follow Tony Chapman Website - https://tonychapmanreactions.com  Twitter - https://twitter.com/TonyChapman  Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/

Lisa Taylor leads a team of a hundred people when she uncovers an insight that would change her course in life, and possibly the future of the Canadian economy. Many people were satisfied at work, but not fulfilled. Even successful people in their mid-career strides described their situation as "hanging in and hanging on". Lisa left the security of a great job to launch <a href="http://www.challengefactory.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Challenge Factory</a>, a research-based, process-driven consultancy. Their mission is to help companies create productive cultures where people work with a higher purpose. She moves from the uncertainty of a startup to the complexities of leading a growing business, only to have today's economic uncertainty, turn her business upside down. Calling upon our experts to help her navigate through these times, they come back with insights on branding, positioning, and building a more robust social presence that she, and you can apply, to grow any brand or business. Small Business Matters series, presented by RBC. Lisa uncovers an intriguing insight (01:56) While managing a team over a hundred professionals at <a href="https://www.hpe.com/us/en/home.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hewlett Packard</a>, Lisa uncovers an insight that would form the foundation of her business, <a href="http://www.challengefactory.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Challenge Factory</a>. Many in her team, although successful, weren’t satisfied. They were stuck. They loved what they did, but they were no longer challenged. Making the leap (04:42) A conversation with her father inspires Lisa to pursue her dream. Six years in the making and many conversations with her most respected and admired friends and colleagues, Lisa’s new venture begins to take shape, eventually leaving the security of a corporate job to launch Challenge Factory. A square peg in a round hole (08:06) Founded on the discipline of career development, Lisa establishes a unique positioning for her business. Landing some significant clients, the business grows as does her presence in the industry - publishing a book (<a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Talent-Revolution-Longevity-Future-Work/dp/1487500823/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?crid=360TKT5UWM1SX&amp;keywords=the+talent+revolution+longevity+and+the+future+of+work&amp;qid=1550600194&amp;s=gateway&amp;sprefix=talent+revolution%2Caps%2C465&amp;sr=8-1-fkmrnull" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Talent Revolution</a>) and establishing herself as a thought leader on the future of work. Then COVID-19 strikes. The experts share their advice (15:35) Beverley Hammond (<a href="http://www.brokenheartloveaffair.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Broken Heart Love Affair)</a>, suggests Lisa narrows her focus and considers renaming her company; Kelly Peters (<a href="https://beworks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BEworks</a>) encourages Lisa to convey to her clients the kind results they can expect. Finally, Caroline Paxton @RBC recommends focussing on only 2-3 social media channels for her marketing and Lori Darlington @RBC, advises Lisa to apply a scenario planning method to her business. Tony’s final thoughts (25:34) There is no doubt Lisa is guided by a compelling higher purpose - hanging on and hanging in. “The more the world looks to Lisa for leadership on the future work, the more they'll look to the services you offer.” And finally, Lisa should consider the rebranding advice from Beverley to sharpen her positioning, making her services “…easy to buy.” Links and References Lisa Taylor - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/authorlisataylor/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/authorlisataylor/</a> Website - <a href="http://www.challengefactory.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.challengefactory.ca</a> Linkedin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/581098" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/581098</a> Twitter - <a href="https://twitter.com/Challengfactory" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/Challengfactory</a> Beverley Hammond - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/beverley-hammond-822a362/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/beverley-hammond-822a362/</a> Broken Heart Love Affair - <a href="http://www.brokenheartloveaffair.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.brokenheartloveaffair.com</a> Kelly Peters - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ikellypeters/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/ikellypeters/</a> BeWorks - <a href="https://beworks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://beworks.com</a> Dan Ariely - <a href="http://danariely.com%20https//twitter.com/danariely" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://danariely.com https://twitter.com/danariely</a> Caroline Paxton - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinedpaxton/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinedpaxton/</a> Lori Darlington - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-darlington/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-darlington/</a> Future Launch - <a href="https://www.rbc.com/dms/enterprise/futurelaunch/index.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rbc.com/dms/enterprise/futurelaunch/index.html</a> RBC Business page – <a href="https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/business/index.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/business/index.html</a> RBC COVID-19 Financial Relief page - <a href="https://www.rbc.com/covid-19/business.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rbc.com/covid-19/business.html</a> Follow Tony Chapman Website - <a href="https://tonychapmanreactions.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://tonychapmanreactions.com</a> Twitter - <a href="https://twitter.com/TonyChapman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/TonyChapman</a> Linkedin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/</a>

The future of work, reimagined

Paul Hemburrow and his partner find the capital to purchase a profitable business that rents TV sets to patients in hospitals. The partners rebrand as HealthHubSolutions.ca and reinvent the entire company by turning the TV into a digital hub, offering a suite of tools for the patient that gives them access, connectivity, and control while making it easier for the hospital to provide better care. Paul spends over a year trying to convince hospitals they can be more than just renters of boxes, and finally has the client breakthrough needed to validate their offering.   COVID-19 arrives, and any hope of selling the future is put on hold, as everyone in healthcare is consumed by surviving the day. HealthHub knows that putting the future of healthcare in the patient's hands is a win for everyone, but they are running out of time and money. We step in with expert advice. Small Business Matters series, presented by RBC. New partners, a new business  (02:12) Pauls’ attempts to pivot the existing business, fails. Seeking a new partner and an investment firm with an appreciation for his vision, the first step is taken to putting patients at the centre of healthcare - HeatlhHub solutions is born. Shifting gears  (04:37) With the purchase of Hospitality Network under their belt, the team reorganizes and repositions a legacy business to move beyond renting TV’s to one that uses digital technologies to create a compelling patient experience. However, the road to success is long and hard-fought. Breaking out  (08:07) After a tough year of selling, HealthHub Solutions wins an innovative procurement RFP with Southlake Regional Healthcare Centre (https://southlake.ca). A corner is turned, establishing their solution as a reference point in the industry.  COVID-19 hits, now what?  (10:33) Managing cashflow, navigation the federal government support programs and the uncertainty of when this will all end weighs heavy on the business. However, “…managing the whole isolation component has quickly emerged as our new trend.”  The experts weigh in (14:46) “We really are all in this together.” Laura Davy &amp; Sid Paquette @RMB, encourages businesses to tell their story, be forthright and avoid any surprises. Strategy expert, David Kincaid, confirms Pauls’ value proposition and Dr. Trung Ngo suggests mastering the basics, enabling Paul to navigate future challenges to increase his chances of success. Tony’s final thoughts (24:17) Focussing on the narrative, understanding who you are and why you matter. By continuing to enable patients to connect, you can bring them certainty and control. “Nobody wants to walk into a hospital. Nobody wants to stay there. But if you can bring them connectivity, you can bring them certainty and control.”   Links and References Paul Hemburrow - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-hemburrow-4aa11932/  Health Hub Solutions - https://healthhubsolutions.ca/myhealthhub/ Trung Ngo - https://www.linkedin.com/in/trung-ngo-244a2530/  Novah Health - http://www.novahhealthcare.ca David Kincaid - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-kincaid-125b851/  Level5 Strategy - www.level5strategy.com Laura Davy - https://ca.linkedin.com/in/laura-davy-cpa-ca-b015401  Sid Paquette - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidpaquette/  RBC Business page – https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/business/index.html  RBC COVID-19 Financial Relief page - https://www.rbc.com/covid-19/business.html  Future Launch - https://www.rbc.com/dms/enterprise/futurelaunch/index.html   Follow Tony Chapman Website - https://tonychapmanreactions.com  Twitter - https://twitter.com/TonyChapman  Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/

Paul Hemburrow and his partner find the capital to purchase a profitable business that rents TV sets to patients in hospitals. The partners rebrand as <a href="http://healthhubsolutions.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HealthHubSolutions.ca</a> and reinvent the entire company by turning the TV into a digital hub, offering a suite of tools for the patient that gives them access, connectivity, and control while making it easier for the hospital to provide better care. Paul spends over a year trying to convince hospitals they can be more than just renters of boxes, and finally has the client breakthrough needed to validate their offering.   COVID-19 arrives, and any hope of selling the future is put on hold, as everyone in healthcare is consumed by surviving the day. HealthHub knows that putting the future of healthcare in the patient's hands is a win for everyone, but they are running out of time and money. We step in with expert advice. Small Business Matters series, presented by RBC. New partners, a new business  (02:12) Pauls’ attempts to pivot the existing business, fails. Seeking a new partner and an investment firm with an appreciation for his vision, the first step is taken to putting patients at the centre of healthcare - HeatlhHub solutions is born. Shifting gears  (04:37) With the purchase of Hospitality Network under their belt, the team reorganizes and repositions a legacy business to move beyond renting TV’s to one that uses digital technologies to create a compelling patient experience. However, the road to success is long and hard-fought. Breaking out  (08:07) After a tough year of selling, HealthHub Solutions wins an innovative procurement RFP with Southlake Regional Healthcare Centre (<a href="https://southlake.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://southlake.ca</a>). A corner is turned, establishing their solution as a reference point in the industry.  COVID-19 hits, now what?  (10:33) Managing cashflow, navigation the federal government support programs and the uncertainty of when this will all end weighs heavy on the business. However, “…managing the whole isolation component has quickly emerged as our new trend.”  The experts weigh in (14:46) “We really are all in this together.” Laura Davy &amp; Sid Paquette @RMB, encourages businesses to tell their story, be forthright and avoid any surprises. Strategy expert, David Kincaid, confirms Pauls’ value proposition and Dr. Trung Ngo suggests mastering the basics, enabling Paul to navigate future challenges to increase his chances of success. Tony’s final thoughts (24:17) Focussing on the narrative, understanding who you are and why you matter. By continuing to enable patients to connect, you can bring them certainty and control. “Nobody wants to walk into a hospital. Nobody wants to stay there. But if you can bring them connectivity, you can bring them certainty and control.” Links and References Paul Hemburrow - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-hemburrow-4aa11932/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-hemburrow-4aa11932/</a> Health Hub Solutions - <a href="https://healthhubsolutions.ca/myhealthhub/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://healthhubsolutions.ca/myhealthhub/</a> Trung Ngo - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/trung-ngo-244a2530/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/trung-ngo-244a2530/</a> Novah Health - <a href="http://www.novahhealthcare.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.novahhealthcare.ca</a> David Kincaid - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-kincaid-125b851/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-kincaid-125b851/</a> Level5 Strategy - <a href="http://www.level5strategy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.level5strategy.com</a> Laura Davy - <a href="https://ca.linkedin.com/in/laura-davy-cpa-ca-b015401" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://ca.linkedin.com/in/laura-davy-cpa-ca-b015401</a> Sid Paquette - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidpaquette/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidpaquette/</a> RBC Business page – <a href="https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/business/index.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/business/index.html</a> RBC COVID-19 Financial Relief page - <a href="https://www.rbc.com/covid-19/business.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rbc.com/covid-19/business.html</a> Future Launch - <a href="https://www.rbc.com/dms/enterprise/futurelaunch/index.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rbc.com/dms/enterprise/futurelaunch/index.html</a> Follow Tony Chapman Website - <a href="https://tonychapmanreactions.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://tonychapmanreactions.com</a> Twitter - <a href="https://twitter.com/TonyChapman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/TonyChapman</a> Linkedin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/</a>

From Renting to Reinventing Healthcare

Traci Shepheard's lifelong dream was to be an entrepreneur building a health and wellness business.  She had hundreds of ideas, but nothing caught her imagination more than a mobile meditation studio.  She did her homework,  received immediate acceptance with some of Canada's largest businesses, and invested her life savings, including the purchase and retrofitting of an Airstream Trailer to create a 'rock star' experience. MeditationWorks launched. As she starts the ignition, her wheels fall off when COVID-19 stops everything in their tracks, especially a studio where people meditate inside a trailer, even one as beautiful as Traci’s. Listen to how Traci manages her stress, and how she reacts to the advice from some of Canada's leading thinkers. Insights, Ideas, and Inspiration for all. Small Business Matters series, presented by RBC.   The journey to entrepreneurship  (01:16) Traci shares her story of how MeditationWorks (https://meditationworks.com) came to be. Leaving a promising career she invests her life savings in a mobile mediation studio. From a stable career, Traci enters the uncertain world of an entrepreneur, forging ahead to build her dream business - a mobile mediation studio in an Airstream trailer (https://www.airstream.com). COVID-19 tests Traci’s resolve  (08:17) Having recently confirming plans to pilot her business with major Canadian corporations, COVID-19 hits, putting the brakes on Traci’s dreams and business “…I felt like the entire jungle showed up in my head.” Not to be dissuaded, Traci pivots and shifts gears to meet this challenge head-on. The experts share their advice  (11:45) Denise Rossetto, hones in on Traci’s brand and purpose - the rock star experience. Corby Fine provide valuable insights into how Traci can monetize her digital experience. Denise, from @RBC acknowledges Traci’s passion and her proactivity in engaging with her partner businesses during a time of crisis and provides guidance as to where she can get additional support. Tony’s final thoughts (20:35) Closing this episode, Tony shares his confidence in Traci’s idea. An idea matched with great passion and her desire fulfil a higher purpose - to help the emotional and physical health and well-being of Canadians everywhere.  Links and References MeditationWorks - https://meditationworks.com Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/traci-shepheard-33844342/  Instagram: @MeditationWorks Forty Four North - https://fortyfournorth.ca Airstream - https://www.airstream.com Denise Rossetto - https://www.linkedin.com/in/denise-rossetto-9a0a422b/  Brokenheartloveaffair - http://www.brokenheartloveaffair.com  Corby Fine - http://www.linkedin.com/in/corbyfine Lori Darlington - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-darlington/  RBC Business page – https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/business/index.html  RBC COVID-19 Financial Relief page - https://www.rbc.com/covid-19/business.html  Future Launch - https://www.rbc.com/dms/enterprise/futurelaunch/index.html  Follow Tony Chapman Website - https://tonychapmanreactions.com  Twitter - https://twitter.com/TonyChapman  Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/

Traci Shepheard's lifelong dream was to be an entrepreneur building a health and wellness business.  She had hundreds of ideas, but nothing caught her imagination more than a mobile meditation studio.  She did her homework,  received immediate acceptance with some of Canada's largest businesses, and invested her life savings, including the purchase and retrofitting of an Airstream Trailer to create a 'rock star' experience. <a href="https://meditationworks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MeditationWorks</a> launched. As she starts the ignition, her wheels fall off when COVID-19 stops everything in their tracks, especially a studio where people meditate inside a trailer, even one as beautiful as Traci’s. Listen to how Traci manages her stress, and how she reacts to the advice from some of Canada's leading thinkers. Insights, Ideas, and Inspiration for all. Small Business Matters series, presented by RBC. The journey to entrepreneurship  (01:16) Traci shares her story of how MeditationWorks (<a href="https://meditationworks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://meditationworks.com</a>) came to be. Leaving a promising career she invests her life savings in a mobile mediation studio. From a stable career, Traci enters the uncertain world of an entrepreneur, forging ahead to build her dream business - a mobile mediation studio in an Airstream trailer (<a href="https://www.airstream.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.airstream.com</a>). COVID-19 tests Traci’s resolve  (08:17) Having recently confirming plans to pilot her business with major Canadian corporations, COVID-19 hits, putting the brakes on Traci’s dreams and business “…I felt like the entire jungle showed up in my head.” Not to be dissuaded, Traci pivots and shifts gears to meet this challenge head-on. The experts share their advice  (11:45) Denise Rossetto, hones in on Traci’s brand and purpose - the rock star experience. Corby Fine provide valuable insights into how Traci can monetize her digital experience. Denise, from @RBC acknowledges Traci’s passion and her proactivity in engaging with her partner businesses during a time of crisis and provides guidance as to where she can get additional support. Tony’s final thoughts (20:35) Closing this episode, Tony shares his confidence in Traci’s idea. An idea matched with great passion and her desire fulfil a higher purpose - to help the emotional and physical health and well-being of Canadians everywhere. Links and References MeditationWorks - <a href="https://meditationworks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://meditationworks.com</a> Linkedin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/traci-shepheard-33844342/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/traci-shepheard-33844342/</a> Instagram: @MeditationWorks Forty Four North - <a href="https://fortyfournorth.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://fortyfournorth.ca</a> Airstream - <a href="https://www.airstream.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.airstream.com</a> Denise Rossetto - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/denise-rossetto-9a0a422b/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/denise-rossetto-9a0a422b/</a> Brokenheartloveaffair - <a href="http://www.brokenheartloveaffair.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.brokenheartloveaffair.com</a> Corby Fine - <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/corbyfine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.linkedin.com/in/corbyfine</a> Lori Darlington - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-darlington/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-darlington/</a> RBC Business page – <a href="https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/business/index.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/business/index.html</a> RBC COVID-19 Financial Relief page - <a href="https://www.rbc.com/covid-19/business.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rbc.com/covid-19/business.html</a> Future Launch - <a href="https://www.rbc.com/dms/enterprise/futurelaunch/index.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rbc.com/dms/enterprise/futurelaunch/index.html</a> Follow Tony Chapman Website - <a href="https://tonychapmanreactions.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://tonychapmanreactions.com</a> Twitter - <a href="https://twitter.com/TonyChapman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/TonyChapman</a> Linkedin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/</a>

What happens when the wheels come off Traci’s business?

John Bezear

The forces of change are rendering much of what we know of business obsolete. Automation, e-commerce, the Amazon effect, increasing bureaucracy and all of this combining with customers wanting more and less. Wanting more personalized solutions, more what matters to them but also want all this with less friction, less effort, and less cost. And then the Covid-19 shows up like a sledgehammer. So what do you do? You have two choices. You either make things happen, reinvent/reimagine your business or sit on the sidelines wondering what happened. In this episode, Tony Chapman interviews John Bezear, president of Powerhouse Retail Services (PRS), servicing the apparel and garment industry in Canada. John shares how he proactively adapted PRS and found opportunity despite the immense challenges.   Finding your niche (03:35) Despite the ever-increasing growth of e-commerce and its ensuing impact on traditional retail, John shares what sets Powerhouse Retails Services’ apart from their competition - passion, consistent execution, vigour and technology. The Pivot (05:39) After exceptional growth, Coronavirus now presents PRS with a significant challenge. However, responding swiftly and proactively, the business pivots to now store and ship medical supplies to frontline health care workers in Canada. Changing Priorities (09:29) A leader during these uncertain times faces many competing priorities. Tony and John explore these priorities and some of the tactics John and his team have employed. During these times it’s crucial to inject a personal touch, act with honesty, transparency and to over-communicate.  Proactivity - facing up to the reality (12:32) Controlling what is in your power and looking at the situation for what it is - not waiting for things to happen, but rather engaging with key stakeholders with a clear and responsible plan. Tony shares his experience of managing his advertising business during an extremely tough time. Lessons learnt (19:01) During this unprecedented time, lessons have been learnt that can be applied to how we run our businesses in future - John gives his perspective: hedging against risk, seeking to diversify but keeping to your core competencies, considering a balanced portfolio of clients, and as a leader being disciplined and proactive, keeping calm and communicating clearly. Closing (26:42) Tony Chapman shares his insights and learnings: - The importance of scenario planning during times of uncertainty, enabling one to adapt and course correct when required - Making your employees the heroes of the story and acting with humility - Staying calm, being in the moment and keeping focussed  Links and References Powerhouse Retail Services - http://powerhouseretailservices.co  Apollo 13 - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0112384/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0  Levi - https://www.levi.com Tommy Hilfiger - https://global.tommy.com Calvin Klein - https://www.calvinklein.com   Follow Tony Chapman Website - https://tonychapmanreactions.com  Twitter - https://twitter.com/TonyChapman  Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/

The forces of change are rendering much of what we know of business obsolete. Automation, e-commerce, the Amazon effect, increasing bureaucracy and all of this combining with customers wanting more and less. Wanting more personalized solutions, more what matters to them but also want all this with less friction, less effort, and less cost. And then the Covid-19 shows up like a sledgehammer. So what do you do? You have two choices. You either make things happen, reinvent/reimagine your business or sit on the sidelines wondering what happened. In this episode, Tony Chapman interviews John Bezear, president of Powerhouse Retail Services (PRS), servicing the apparel and garment industry in Canada. John shares how he proactively adapted PRS and found opportunity despite the immense challenges. Finding your niche (03:35) Despite the ever-increasing growth of e-commerce and its ensuing impact on traditional retail, John shares what sets Powerhouse Retails Services’ apart from their competition - passion, consistent execution, vigour and technology. The Pivot (05:39) After exceptional growth, Coronavirus now presents PRS with a significant challenge. However, responding swiftly and proactively, the business pivots to now store and ship medical supplies to frontline health care workers in Canada. Changing Priorities (09:29) A leader during these uncertain times faces many competing priorities. Tony and John explore these priorities and some of the tactics John and his team have employed. During these times it’s crucial to inject a personal touch, act with honesty, transparency and to over-communicate.  Proactivity - facing up to the reality (12:32) Controlling what is in your power and looking at the situation for what it is - not waiting for things to happen, but rather engaging with key stakeholders with a clear and responsible plan. Tony shares his experience of managing his advertising business during an extremely tough time. Lessons learnt (19:01) During this unprecedented time, lessons have been learnt that can be applied to how we run our businesses in future - John gives his perspective: hedging against risk, seeking to diversify but keeping to your core competencies, considering a balanced portfolio of clients, and as a leader being disciplined and proactive, keeping calm and communicating clearly. Closing (26:42) Tony Chapman shares his insights and learnings: - The importance of scenario planning during times of uncertainty, enabling one to adapt and course correct when required - Making your employees the heroes of the story and acting with humility - Staying calm, being in the moment and keeping focussed Links and References Powerhouse Retail Services - <a href="http://powerhouseretailservices.co" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://powerhouseretailservices.co</a> Apollo 13 - <a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0112384/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0112384/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0</a> Levi - <a href="https://www.levi.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.levi.com</a> Tommy Hilfiger - <a href="https://global.tommy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://global.tommy.com</a> Calvin Klein - <a href="https://www.calvinklein.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.calvinklein.com</a> Follow Tony Chapman Website - <a href="https://tonychapmanreactions.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://tonychapmanreactions.com</a> Twitter - <a href="https://twitter.com/TonyChapman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/TonyChapman</a> Linkedin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/</a>

Covid-19 - John Bezear ' Never Surrender Your Business'

The Coronavirus has presented Canadian businesses with unprecedented challenges. There is no compass for these uncharted waters. New approaches to customer, supplier and employee engagement require consideration and businesses underlying “operating systems” need to be updated and re-written. In this episode, Tony Chapman a luminary of Canada’ Marketing Hall of Legends (2008) discusses these challenges with two fellow CMHOL Legend inductees, David Kincaid (2013) and Ken Wong (2006). Together they explore effective leadership through adversity and possible solutions Canadian businesses, in particular small businesses, need to consider as they manage through these uncertain times. Organizational culture during Coronavirus (03:18) During these unprecedented times, organizations are afforded an opportunity to step back and reappraise their cultures. David shares his points of view on culture as a driver for business transformation - “..culture acts as an enabler to creating competitive advantage.” Recovery - big box vs small business (06:52) Ken believes price will be the key lever for large enterprises in their recovery strategies. However, small to medium businesses can’t compete on this basis and need to find what’s in their wheelhouse. During this time it will be clear which businesses have true relationships with their customers. CEO’s challenges (09:21) CEO’s are facing numerous challenges in this environment. Maintaining profit, managing costs, narrowing their focus on what matters most, and doing enough to preserve today so when the times come they can rebuild. Ken and David share their insights and advise to CEO’s - take the time to plan &amp; widen your focus. Advice for small/medium business (13:45) Truly understand what business you are in and identify what problem you will solve for your customers. Engaging with suppliers, key customers and local business associations to be part of the conversation is also key to addressing these challenges. David highlights the potential impact of e-commerce could have on small business. Advice to leaders (18:54) During these trying and uncertain times, what level of transparency is required from leaders? The panel provides their guidance highlighting the need to engage frontline staff - as they influence customer satisfaction - and engaging with team members at all levels to understand how things have changed and how this has impacted customers motivations. Getting your house in order (22:23) Creating a safe environment for consumers through rigours sanitation protocols and communicating this to your consumers is critical to establishing trust with your consumers. Communicate, communicate, communicate! Closing (25:21) Tony Chapman shares his insights and learnings: - Know what business you’re actually in, where you add value and why you matter. - Understanding what lane you are in - focus on the things you can stand for - Communication and transparency is critical when you're dealing with customers, employees and suppliers - we’re all in this together   Links and References Ken Wong - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-wong-4453892  David Kincaid - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-kincaid-125b851  CMHOL - https://www.amamarketinghalloflegends.ca  AMA Toronto - https://www.ama-toronto.com/ Zellers - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zellers  Galen Weston - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galen_Weston  Loblaws - https://www.loblaws.ca Harvard Business Review - https://hbr.org Costco - https://www.costco.ca Tom Peters - https://tompeters.com  Follow Tony Chapman Website - https://tonychapmanreactions.com  Twitter - https://twitter.com/TonyChapman  Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/   About Canada’s Marketing Hall of Legends (CMHOL) Founded in 2004, Canada’s Marketing Hall of Legends honours Canadians who have dedicated their lives to the pursuit of excellence in the field of marketing. The award, created to spotlight the stories, people and brands behind Canada’s greatest marketing successes, recognizes a noteworthy body of work and a lifetime of achievements. Nominations for induction are held annually. An independent selection committee of top marketing professionals evaluates each year’s list of nominees. Contact: Xzavier - xzavier.ramphal@ama-toronto.com  About AMA Toronto  The Toronto Chapter of the American Marketing Association (AMA) is a not-for-profit community of volunteer marketers who have been creating opportunities for personal and business growth for more than 60 years in Canada. The AMA, with more than 20,000 members and 70 chapters across North America, is the largest marketing association in the world serving organizations and individuals who practice, teach and study marketing. To learn more about the Toronto chapter of the AMA visit AMA-Toronto.com

The Coronavirus has presented Canadian businesses with unprecedented challenges. There is no compass for these uncharted waters. New approaches to customer, supplier and employee engagement require consideration and businesses underlying “operating systems” need to be updated and re-written. In this episode, Tony Chapman a luminary of Canada’ Marketing Hall of Legends (2008) discusses these challenges with two fellow CMHOL Legend inductees, David Kincaid (2013) and Ken Wong (2006). Together they explore effective leadership through adversity and possible solutions Canadian businesses, in particular small businesses, need to consider as they manage through these uncertain times. Organizational culture during Coronavirus (03:18) During these unprecedented times, organizations are afforded an opportunity to step back and reappraise their cultures. David shares his points of view on culture as a driver for business transformation - “..culture acts as an enabler to creating competitive advantage.” Recovery - big box vs small business (06:52) Ken believes price will be the key lever for large enterprises in their recovery strategies. However, small to medium businesses can’t compete on this basis and need to find what’s in their wheelhouse. During this time it will be clear which businesses have true relationships with their customers. CEO’s challenges (09:21) CEO’s are facing numerous challenges in this environment. Maintaining profit, managing costs, narrowing their focus on what matters most, and doing enough to preserve today so when the times come they can rebuild. Ken and David share their insights and advise to CEO’s - take the time to plan &amp; widen your focus. Advice for small/medium business (13:45) Truly understand what business you are in and identify what problem you will solve for your customers. Engaging with suppliers, key customers and local business associations to be part of the conversation is also key to addressing these challenges. David highlights the potential impact of e-commerce could have on small business. Advice to leaders (18:54) During these trying and uncertain times, what level of transparency is required from leaders? The panel provides their guidance highlighting the need to engage frontline staff - as they influence customer satisfaction - and engaging with team members at all levels to understand how things have changed and how this has impacted customers motivations. Getting your house in order (22:23) Creating a safe environment for consumers through rigours sanitation protocols and communicating this to your consumers is critical to establishing trust with your consumers. Communicate, communicate, communicate! Closing (25:21) Tony Chapman shares his insights and learnings: - Know what business you’re actually in, where you add value and why you matter. - Understanding what lane you are in - focus on the things you can stand for - Communication and transparency is critical when you're dealing with customers, employees and suppliers - we’re all in this together Links and References Ken Wong - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-wong-4453892" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-wong-4453892</a> David Kincaid - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-kincaid-125b851" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-kincaid-125b851</a> CMHOL - <a href="https://www.amamarketinghalloflegends.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amamarketinghalloflegends.ca</a> AMA Toronto - <a href="https://www.ama-toronto.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ama-toronto.com/</a> Zellers - <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zellers" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zellers</a> Galen Weston - <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galen_Weston" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galen_Weston</a> Loblaws - <a href="https://www.loblaws.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.loblaws.ca</a> Harvard Business Review - <a href="https://hbr.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://hbr.org</a> Costco - <a href="https://www.costco.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.costco.ca</a> Tom Peters - <a href="https://tompeters.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://tompeters.com</a> Follow Tony Chapman Website - <a href="https://tonychapmanreactions.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://tonychapmanreactions.com</a> Twitter - <a href="https://twitter.com/TonyChapman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/TonyChapman</a> Linkedin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/</a> About Canada’s Marketing Hall of Legends (CMHOL) Founded in 2004, Canada’s Marketing Hall of Legends honours Canadians who have dedicated their lives to the pursuit of excellence in the field of marketing. The award, created to spotlight the stories, people and brands behind Canada’s greatest marketing successes, recognizes a noteworthy body of work and a lifetime of achievements. Nominations for induction are held annually. An independent selection committee of top marketing professionals evaluates each year’s list of nominees. Contact: Xzavier - xzavier.ramphal@ama<a href="http://-toronto.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">-toronto.com</a> About AMA Toronto  The Toronto Chapter of the American Marketing Association (AMA) is a not-for-profit community of volunteer marketers who have been creating opportunities for personal and business growth for more than 60 years in Canada. The AMA, with more than 20,000 members and 70 chapters across North America, is the largest marketing association in the world serving organizations and individuals who practice, teach and study marketing. To learn more about the Toronto chapter of the AMA visit <a href="https://www.ama-toronto.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AMA-Toronto.com</a>

Chatter that Matters - The Legend Series

It’s the decade of disruption. What we know and understand about education, healthcare, consumerism and capitalism, is being rendered obsolete by forces of change so numerous, swift and impactful, it's sometimes hard to keep up. Artificial intelligence, the platform economy, new digital business models, etc. How do we make sense of this all? In conversation with Corby Fine, I discuss the influences and implications that technology will have on humanity, exploring our future role as a society and individuals identifying some of the key technologies driving this change.  Technology with purpose (2:20) Corby, a Ryerson University graduate with an MBA in technology management (Phoenix), shares his passion for technology and his journey from selling viagra to running a digital bank brand. Culture - it the cheapest thing to change (4:49) Cory shares his thoughts and experiences on culture underpinned by the idea that “culture is the cheapest thing to change.” Listening to others opinions, being empowered to do what’s right and not what’s expedient, taking a long term view and focussing more on people than technology. The new-age businesses model (9:14) Exploring the challenges legacy businesses face in an age where the business model has fundamentally shifted. A more agile and responsive business model prevails, with those organizations adopting the new model benefiting not only from cost savings but also from simplifying the experience customers have with them. The platform economy (11:16) Data-driven applications and services, requiring less effort and reducing transactional friction is giving consumers unprecedented power. Customer loyalty is up for grabs and the question begs: who owns the customer? Cory and Tony discuss the risks and pitfalls of this new economy - immediate gratification, data predictive modelling and personalization. Fair exchange of value (15:18) When we part with our data, can there be a fair exchange of value between the individual and the enterprise? Cory explains how fair value can be achieved, as an individual and as an organization that builds products and experiences for customers. Data changes the face of democracy (17:18) Balancing the drive for innovation against the need to act responsibly. We learn more about Corbys guiding rules he applies to his and his teams' efforts in developing products, acting with empathy and compassion while still innovating. Advice to others &amp; looking forward (21:32) In your career journey, seek diversity. Diversity of thought, experience, opportunity, jobs, function and bosses. Seek out your passions and figure out what can you do to learn about them - be inquisitive. Conversational interfaces are the next big technological transformation, inherent with ethical challenges and more practical implications for brands. Closing (28:03) Tony Chapman shares his insights and learnings: - Put the customer first. Understand their journey and how you can help them get to their destination - Create a culture where risk-taking is encouraged - Show some humanity, “use their name”   Links and References Softbank - https://www.softbank.jp/en/ Uber - https://www.uber.com/ca/en/ Uber Eats - https://www.ubereats.com/ca   Follow Tony Chapman Website - https://tonychapmanreactions.com  Twitter - https://twitter.com/TonyChapman  Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/

It’s the decade of disruption. What we know and understand about education, healthcare, consumerism and capitalism, is being rendered obsolete by forces of change so numerous, swift and impactful, it's sometimes hard to keep up. Artificial intelligence, the platform economy, new digital business models, etc. How do we make sense of this all? In conversation with Corby Fine, I discuss the influences and implications that technology will have on humanity, exploring our future role as a society and individuals identifying some of the key technologies driving this change. Technology with purpose (2:20) Corby, a Ryerson University graduate with an MBA in technology management (Phoenix), shares his passion for technology and his journey from selling viagra to running a digital bank brand. Culture - it the cheapest thing to change (4:49) Cory shares his thoughts and experiences on culture underpinned by the idea that “culture is the cheapest thing to change.” Listening to others opinions, being empowered to do what’s right and not what’s expedient, taking a long term view and focussing more on people than technology. The new-age businesses model (9:14) Exploring the challenges legacy businesses face in an age where the business model has fundamentally shifted. A more agile and responsive business model prevails, with those organizations adopting the new model benefiting not only from cost savings but also from simplifying the experience customers have with them. The platform economy (11:16) Data-driven applications and services, requiring less effort and reducing transactional friction is giving consumers unprecedented power. Customer loyalty is up for grabs and the question begs: who owns the customer? Cory and Tony discuss the risks and pitfalls of this new economy - immediate gratification, data predictive modelling and personalization. Fair exchange of value (15:18) When we part with our data, can there be a fair exchange of value between the individual and the enterprise? Cory explains how fair value can be achieved, as an individual and as an organization that builds products and experiences for customers. Data changes the face of democracy (17:18) Balancing the drive for innovation against the need to act responsibly. We learn more about Corbys guiding rules he applies to his and his teams' efforts in developing products, acting with empathy and compassion while still innovating. Advice to others &amp; looking forward (21:32) In your career journey, seek diversity. Diversity of thought, experience, opportunity, jobs, function and bosses. Seek out your passions and figure out what can you do to learn about them - be inquisitive. Conversational interfaces are the next big technological transformation, inherent with ethical challenges and more practical implications for brands. Closing (28:03) Tony Chapman shares his insights and learnings: - Put the customer first. Understand their journey and how you can help them get to their destination - Create a culture where risk-taking is encouraged - Show some humanity, “use their name” Links and References Softbank - <a href="https://www.softbank.jp/en/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.softbank.jp/en/</a> Uber - <a href="https://www.uber.com/ca/en/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.uber.com/ca/en/</a> Uber Eats - <a href="https://www.ubereats.com/ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ubereats.com/ca</a> Follow Tony Chapman Website - <a href="https://tonychapmanreactions.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://tonychapmanreactions.com</a> Twitter - <a href="https://twitter.com/TonyChapman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/TonyChapman</a> Linkedin - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/</a>

Technology and humanity intersect

Hugh Evans

Hugh Evans -Changing Humanity, One Global Citizen at a time   Hugh Evans has two life changing experiences as a teenager, and embarks on a quest to eradicate global poverty.  On his journey he meets people like Bill Gates, Sumner Redstone, Oprah and hundred more people of influence and intellectual capacity.   This is Hugh's story but not once does he make it about himself, or even Global Citizen the organization he leads.  He makes it about human.   It's inspiring and insightful, and if you have a chance, listen to it with your children.  Impossible is always possible, and Hugh's advice of 'one day more' is one we can all benefit from.

Hugh Evans - Making the Impossible Possible

Joe Jackman

I first met Joe Jackman 25 years ago. He impressed me then like he continues to impress me now.  He has led, from a strategic, creative and human viewpoint, the reinvention of some of the world's leading brands.  He has passion, personality, persuasion and persona.  In this podcast we talk about his extraordinary career and his new book, The Reinventionist Mindset, which I recommend to anyone who wants to roar into the 2020's.

I first met Joe Jackman 25 years ago. He impressed me then like he continues to impress me now.  He has led, from a strategic, creative and human viewpoint, the reinvention of some of the world's leading brands.  He has passion, personality, persuasion and persona.  In this podcast we talk about his extraordinary career and his new book, The Reinventionist Mindset, which I recommend to anyone who wants to roar into the 2020's.

Joe Jackman - The Reinventionist Mindset

A brand new decade should include a brand new you. In 3 months you can dramatically improve your mind and body to prevent disease, and slowing down your ageing process. You will look and feel much younger. You will improve your energy and sex drive and counter years of partying. No pills or magic bullets. In this podcast learn how you are a bitch to the food that strips you of minerals, inflames your body, compromises food absorption, and decreases your circulation. Learn the difference between deficiency, sufficiency and toxicity. Focus on just three things to let you race on a path to a much healthier you. And after listening to this podcast, my bet is you put aside your pencil to write New Year's resolutions and instead reach for a tape measure.   The final segment in my conversation with the extraordinary Gunn Sikk. 30 minutes to improve your next 30 years. Please comment, share and let us know what you think.

A brand new decade should include a brand new you. In 3 months you can dramatically improve your mind and body to prevent disease, and slowing down your ageing process. You will look and feel much younger. You will improve your energy and sex drive and counter years of partying. No pills or magic bullets. In this podcast learn how you are a bitch to the food that strips you of minerals, inflames your body, compromises food absorption, and decreases your circulation. Learn the difference between deficiency, sufficiency and toxicity. Focus on just three things to let you race on a path to a much healthier you. And after listening to this podcast, my bet is you put aside your pencil to write New Year's resolutions and instead reach for a tape measure.   The final segment in my conversation with the extraordinary Gunn Sikk. 30 minutes to improve your next 30 years. Please comment, share and let us know what you think.

A brand new decade should include a brand new you.

Gunn Sikk

In part two of my three-part podcast with Gunn Sikk on your health, we talk about the popular Netflix documentary, The Game Changers, presented by #JamesCameron, #ArnoldSchwarzenegger, #JackieChan, #LewisHamilton, #NovakDjokovic, and #ChrisPaul. The Game Changers showcases the significant performance advantages that happen when someone switches to a plant-based diet.  I asked Gunn if he feels this movie is more fact or fiction and how he feels about a plant-based diet?  His answers might surprise you. If you didn't tune in last week, let me state my personal belief that Gunn Sikk is one of the smartest people I have ever met. He has devoted his life to understanding the human body and why our health and ability to prevent disease, live to our fullest and slow down our internal aging clock is based in large part in what we consume. Gunn has a brain where he can combine his hypothesis with synthesis from thousands of studies that he has read to draw conclusions and to lay out a path that all can follow. 

In part two of my three-part podcast with Gunn Sikk on your health, we talk about the popular <a href="netflix.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Netflix</a> documentary, The <a href="gamechangersmovie.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Game Changers</a>, presented by #JamesCameron, #ArnoldSchwarzenegger, #JackieChan, #LewisHamilton, #NovakDjokovic, and #ChrisPaul. The Game Changers showcases the significant performance advantages that happen when someone switches to a plant-based diet.  I asked Gunn if he feels this movie is more fact or fiction and how he feels about a plant-based diet?  His answers might surprise you. If you didn't tune in last week, let me state my personal belief that Gunn Sikk is one of the smartest people I have ever met. He has devoted his life to understanding the human body and why our health and ability to prevent disease, live to our fullest and slow down our internal aging clock is based in large part in what we consume. Gunn has a brain where he can combine his hypothesis with synthesis from thousands of studies that he has read to draw conclusions and to lay out a path that all can follow.

Gunn Sikk on the documentary THE GAME CHANGERS

Gunn Sikk is one of the smartest people I have ever met. Articulate, passionate and consumed by the human body, our chemistry and our biology. Gunn agreed to do a three-part Chatter that Matters podcast with me. His advice is simple, there is no voodoo or superfood, just smart advice. It's worth your and your families time and health to listen.  I ask Gunn questions like: Can you slow down your internal aging clock? Be the person that looks 20 years younger? Improve your brain, increase your energy and sex drive? Cure versus mask disease with medicine? Is our tap water healthy? Meat? Plant-based diets? Is the movie Game Changers fact or fiction? Gunn Sikk works with world-renowned individuals, leaders, celebrities and athletes. Gunn's belief is that we are mostly' We are what we eat'. Genetics only play a small part in how we live and how long we live. Episode one: click -  https://lnkd.in/d3u6ZbR or subscribe to Chatter that Matters wherever you get your podcasts. Part 2 and 3, will arrive the following Tuesday's. Eat well. Be well. Listen Well, Share and Subscribe.

Gunn Sikk is one of the smartest people I have ever met. Articulate, passionate and consumed by the human body, our chemistry and our biology. Gunn agreed to do a three-part Chatter that Matters podcast with me. His advice is simple, there is no voodoo or superfood, just smart advice. It's worth your and your families time and health to listen.  <a href="https://tonychapmanreactions.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">I</a> ask Gunn questions like: Can you slow down your internal aging clock? Be the person that looks 20 years younger? Improve your brain, increase your energy and sex drive? Cure versus mask disease with medicine? Is our tap water healthy? Meat? Plant-based diets? Is the movie <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/81157840" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Game Changers</a> fact or fiction? Gunn Sikk works with world-renowned individuals, leaders, celebrities and athletes. Gunn's belief is that we are mostly' We are what we eat'. Genetics only play a small part in how we live and how long we live. Episode one: click -  <a href="https://lnkd.in/d3u6ZbR" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://lnkd.in/d3u6ZbR</a> or subscribe to Chatter that Matters wherever you get your podcasts. Part 2 and 3, will arrive the following Tuesday's. Eat well. Be well. Listen Well, Share and Subscribe.

Can you slow down your internal aging clock? Yes.

Will there ever be homes for the homeless? Will the marginalized always be outside the margins? Tough but essential questions as we are all one society. In today's podcast, I interview Rudy Ruttimann, Co-founder and Executive Director of Sketch Working Arts.  SKETCH enables Toronto's homeless and marginalized youth, aged 16 to 29, to pursue art, music, dance, woodworking, digital media, leadership, culinary arts and so much more.  SKETCH isn't a shelter; it's a place to learn practical skills that lead to self-sufficiency and build agency and self-worth.  This podcast isn't about impossibilities; it's about possibilities: building self-esteem, confidence, and conviction.  Being accountable and making your path in life a matter of choice, not chance.   Rudy offers some extraordinary insights and lessons that not only apply to the marginalized but to all of us as individuals, as Parents, Leaders and, as Human Beings. 

Will there ever be homes for the homeless? Will the marginalized always be outside the margins? Tough but essential questions as we are all one society. In today's podcast, I interview Rudy Ruttimann, Co-founder and Executive Director of Sketch Working Arts.  SKETCH enables Toronto's homeless and marginalized youth, aged 16 to 29, to pursue art, music, dance, woodworking, digital media, leadership, culinary arts and so much more.  SKETCH isn't a shelter; it's a place to learn practical skills that lead to self-sufficiency and build agency and self-worth.  This podcast isn't about impossibilities; it's about possibilities: building self-esteem, confidence, and conviction.  Being accountable and making your path in life a matter of choice, not chance.   Rudy offers some extraordinary insights and lessons that not only apply to the marginalized but to all of us as individuals, as Parents, Leaders and, as Human Beings.

Sketch - A social movement that benefits all of society

The Experience Economy is growing while the Materialistic is Stalling.  How do you compete when what you offer - a service or experience, is less tangible than a product? This week on #ChatterthatMatter, Tony Chapman dives into the tourism sector to make his case for 'it's not what you offer but why you matter' The podcast travels back to the birth of tourism, to the present to provide insights and ideas that can apply to anyone in the services sector. If you like this you can also go to two other podcasts that show the path to differentiation.  Are you Starving for Attention and Have you ever stepped inside someone else's shoes?   Tourism represents 10% of the world GDP and 10% of the employment, so there is a lot to learn that can be applied to the services economy. How did this industry get so big?   Why is it of such importance locally and globally?  How do you attract the attention of customers and employees?   How do personal experiences created through insights on what the customer values fuel your #marketing, #selling, #culture and overall #operations? Why does all of the above apply to anyone competing in the Experience economy?

The Experience Economy is growing while the Materialistic is Stalling.  How do you compete when what you offer - a service or experience, is less tangible than a product? This week on #ChatterthatMatter, <a href="http://www.tonychapmanreactions.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tony Chapman</a> dives into the tourism sector to make his case for 'it's not what you offer but why you matter' The podcast travels back to the birth of tourism, to the present to provide insights and ideas that can apply to anyone in the services sector. If you like this you can also go to two other podcasts that show the path to differentiation.  Are you Starving for Attention and Have you ever stepped inside someone else's shoes? Tourism represents 10% of the world GDP and 10% of the employment, so there is a lot to learn that can be applied to the services economy. How did this industry get so big?   Why is it of such importance locally and globally?  How do you attract the attention of customers and employees?   How do personal experiences created through insights on what the customer values fuel your #marketing, #selling, #culture and overall #operations? Why does all of the above apply to anyone competing in the Experience economy?

How to stand for and stand out in the Experience Economy.

Have you ever wondered how some people manage to do it all? In this week’s episode of Chatter that Matters I interview Mary DePaoli, one of Canada’s leading Executives. As an interviewer, I have an advantage as I have known and been in awe of this extraordinary human being for over a decade. Mary puts her family first, gives back to her community and humanity, and has a career that includes serving Lemon Chicken to Larry King, when working at #CNN as an intern, to today where she is the Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of #RBC, one of the world’s leading banks. Learn how Mary DePaoli values people, invests in preparation, and prioritizes her time to not only manage to do it all but to matter too so many.

Have you ever wondered how some people manage to do it all? In this week’s episode of Chatter that Matters I interview Mary DePaoli, one of Canada’s leading Executives. As an interviewer, I have an advantage as I have known and been in awe of this extraordinary human being for over a decade. Mary puts her family first, gives back to her community and humanity, and has a career that includes serving Lemon Chicken to Larry King, when working at #CNN as an intern, to today where she is the Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of #RBC, one of the world’s leading banks. Learn how Mary DePaoli values people, invests in preparation, and prioritizes her time to not only manage to do it all but to matter too so many.

Have you ever wondered how some people manage to do it all?

In this episode of Chatter that Matters I return to my childhood.  It’s a cold night in Montreal, our only light is a streetlamp and our only prop is a ball hockey net.  This was all I needed to transform Into the legendary Montreal Canadiens hockey player Guy Lafleur.  With only seconds remaining on the clock, I would bear down on the Goalie, with the future of my teams Stanley Cup Run on my stick.   I use this memory, and references to people like Tom Petty,  to illustrate the power and potential of looking at problems and opportunities from the other person's point of view.   Learn how this can become your advantage when collaborating, creating, engaging, and selling.

In this episode of Chatter that Matters I return to my childhood.  It’s a cold night in Montreal, our only light is a streetlamp and our only prop is a ball hockey net.  This was all I needed to transform Into the legendary Montreal Canadiens hockey player <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12-x70nq0vI" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Guy Lafleur</a>.  With only seconds remaining on the clock, I would bear down on the Goalie, with the future of my teams Stanley Cup Run on my stick.  I use this memory, and references to people like <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDKTccPDDTw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tom Petty</a>,  to illustrate the power and potential of looking at problems and opportunities from the other person's point of view.   Learn how this can become your advantage when collaborating, creating, engaging, and selling.

Have you ever stepped inside someone else’s shoes

Competition will intensify and the next generation will need the mental fortitude to mange change. To make decisions. To learn how to pivot and find their way. In this 5 min episode of Chatter that Matters I ask whether we are doing too much for our children? Chauffeurs, personal assistants, their ATM machine and project coordinator. To make my point, I go back in time to my childhood and a year where going ’back to school’ became an emotional roller coaster with no end in site. What I learned that year helped me deal with the many speed bumps and twists and turns called life. It was tough love but it toughened me. Give it a listen, share your stories as I might return to this in a future podcast. Thanks, Tony  #podcast #chatterthatmatters #parent #helicopterparent #change #changemanagement #lessonsinlife #linkedin #linkedinbusiness #children #teaching #parenting #lifelessons #leadership #empowerment #podcasthost #keynote #commentator

Competition will intensify and the next generation will need the mental fortitude to mange change. To make decisions. To learn how to pivot and find their way. In this 5 min episode of Chatter that Matters I ask whether we are doing too much for our children? Chauffeurs, personal assistants, their ATM machine and project coordinator. To make my point, I go back in time to my childhood and a year where going ’back to school’ became an emotional roller coaster with no end in site. What I learned that year helped me deal with the many speed bumps and twists and turns called life. It was tough love but it toughened me. Give it a listen, share your stories as I might return to this in a future podcast. 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