I’ve started a google calender here with listings of events in and around Toronto that deal with international issues, from health to human rights. They include fundraisers, speakers, movies, art exhibits, galas, and anything else that fits, and its updated every week.
Design for the other 90%The Professional Gallery of the Ontario College of Art […]

Arrrite people, so I have a very serious question for you.
One thing I’ve noticed since I’ve been in foreign is my inability to speak in anything other than the Queen’s English when giving a presentation.
(you know, like Dominic Kalipersad on Panorama back in the day)
Whenever I have to speak in public, it’s like I’m […]

Today, I’m speaking at the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Executive’s Spring Meeting in Somerset. My topic was titled for me as Integrating & Effectively Using Technology and the core of my message was suggesting where to find the right technology for typical Chamber needs.
As a quick background, I’ve done consulting for the Louisville Chamber […]

[Note: The commentary also appears in Bulldog Reporter.]
The Presidential campaign in the United States is going to be won this year by public speaking skills, and the ability to deliver clear, simple-to-understand and crisp messages. The race ultimately is not debate over the economy, healthcare, terrorism, Iraq, or any other issue, I believe, but who […]

What does it take to succeed? A positive attitude? Well, sure, but that’s hardly enough. The Law of Attraction? The Secret? These ideas might act as spurs to action, but without the action itself, they don’t do much.
Success, however it’s defined, takes action, and taking good and appropriate action takes skills. Some of these skills […]