with Kristine D'Arbelles, Julia Kent and Ross Simmonds
My mom sent me this cute little comic strip and it got me thinking. It IS hard to argue with someone who is so happpy. This is a very important lesson PR and communication professionals should remember. As communicators, happiness Continue reading Can’t argue with happiness – a PR lesson
I am not a regular music blogger, nor am I a music expert or critic for that matter, but I saw a band this weekend that merits a big mention. On a regular day, you won’t hear me listening to Continue reading Local band, rocks my world (@OperatorSaid)
This week is take TWO of the PR Word of the Week. This week, we talk about a word found not only in PR but in journalism too. And seeing as our two industries work together very closely, it is Continue reading PR Word of the Week #2: Double-ender
There are a few characteristics that are innately found in PR and communications professionals. One of them is writing. There are many ways of ensuring your writing capabilities are top notch; for example, keeping a blog, reading, etc. One thing Continue reading PR word of the week #1: Hubris
As someone in the communications world, it is important we keep up to date with current news and affairs. A big story in the news right now is the phone hacking affair. Here is a perfect little summary that gives the Continue reading Understanding the Murdoch affair
My mom’s car recently died on her, very suddenly in the middle of nowhere about an hour away from Ottawa. She was lucky her knight in shining armor showed up and rescued her with CAA. After towing the car and Continue reading Honesty: it is just good business
I recently read a post on Eric Collard’s blog about his top ten things he is grateful for. Inspired I commented on the blog agreeing with his entire list. He then replied and asked me to share my top ten things I Continue reading I know it is not thanksgiving, but here are my top 10 things I am thankful for
About a week ago I got a fun little email reminding me of a triathlon relay I had registered for. On a normal day, this would be a routine email. However, on this day I panicked. Why? Well, you see Continue reading The Smith Falls Sprint Triathlon relay
Last weekend I participated in the Emilie’s Run – The Emilie Mondor Memorial 5K Race for Women. Emilie was from a small town in Quebec and loved everything sports related. In 2003, she became known on the international scene with Continue reading A day to celebrate the spirit of a women runner