Wyclef Jean’s message to Canadian tech leaders – Discover underrepresented talent today

Wyclef Jean’s message to Canadian tech leaders – Discover underrepresented talent today

As the day for main stage talks at Elevate Conference in Toronto wrapped up, I was impressed by the great talks I’d heard (which I’ve summarized in my latest article for Betakit). However, one of the talks that stood out as quite different from the rest, was from acclaimed artist and music producer Wyclef Jean. Elevate attendees heard Jean preach diversity, reveal that his birthday is the same date as Canada’s cannabis legalization (Oct. 17), and even rap in English, Spanish and French. Continue reading “Wyclef Jean’s message to Canadian tech leaders – Discover underrepresented talent today”

From Techno Music into the Tech Ecosystem

From Techno Music into the Tech Ecosystem

As a champion of culture and subcultures outside of the mainstream, I’ve always found it fascinating to learn about new technologies and how they impact those ecosystems where they play a role. Over the last year, I have been working on tackling the question of what is my ultimate purpose. The method comes from Simon Sinek and his book “ Find Your Why,”  in which he presents one way of uncovering what motivates individuals. When you uncover your mission and vision, you can more effectively communicate this with the world.

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A New Year Resolutions Method That’s Hard-Wired for Success

A New Year Resolutions Method That’s Hard-Wired for Success

About 4 years ago a friend of mine recommended a way to think about New Year Resolutions that was compelling. She had found it somewhere online in a blog she had read, and she passed the link on to me. I’ve since been unable to find that blog, but I am writing this one in the hopes that it’ll help others who want to make new years’ resolutions that are comprehensive, based on fact and optimized for results.

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Good Work Relationships are Another Competitive Advantage

Good Work Relationships are Another Competitive Advantage

If there’s one thing I have to reflect on lately about business it’s the people and the work relationships that we have, both with ourselves and with each other. Often our success or our failure in a situation at work and in life has to do with our own confidence, competency, and our ability to judge with a clear head and avoid self-sabotage. In addition, it’s always essential to reconcile differences of opinion with our team members.

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The Art of Survival as a Futuristic Startup Leader

The Art of Survival as a Futuristic Startup Leader

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, facing stressful situations daily and rarely feeling like you’re winning, even though others think you’re a success — you’re not alone. There’s a big community of founders and leaders of startups who have either gone through it, can offer advice or commiserate with you. Many of them were at the 7th annual startup festival in Montreal this past week, and they had lots to say. Speaking with many of them validated my own ideas and experiences and others that I’ve heard about within the industry. One needs to be strong to thrive while building a rapidly evolving startup. It’s difficult, but building habits to restore and connect with others can help. Continue reading “The Art of Survival as a Futuristic Startup Leader”

8 Ways to Create Opportunities for Women in Tech

8 Ways to Create Opportunities for Women in Tech

There are many creative approaches that individuals and groups are trying out as they aim to foster more diversity in their workplaces. We can all learn through hearing about each others’ experiences and iterating on our tactics. Last month I was part of a group of women sharing insights at the Roundtable for Women in STEAM at Collision. I think many of you will find the conversations we had inspiring and reflect on the opportunities available within your own enterprises. If you try something that was suggested or you found this article helpful, let us know!

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