Running an organization that claims media’s power to mobilize women forward – faster – as leaders is not for the faint of heart. I recently received huge confirmation from TIME Magazine that we’re on the right track, and that feels amazing! TIME Magazine was founded in 1923 and has the world’s largest circulation for a […]
A Tribute to Canadian PowHERhouse, Suzanne West
“If You Were Not Called, You Wouldn’t Be Compelled” My heart hurts – as do many others – as we grieve the passing of a friend and true Canadian PowHERhouse, Suzanne West. Today, International Women’s Day, I choose to celebrate the life of this amazing woman and share a small glimpse of my experience with […]
IMAGINE: A SUPERCLUSTER TO ROCKET MORE WOMEN INTO SENIOR LEADERSHIP
Recently announced innovation superclusters are predicted to grow Canada’s economy by over $50 billion dollars in the next decade and add 50,000 middle-class jobs. Superclusters are bright. They’re formed when clusters of galaxies group together. In innovation terms, superclusters are ‘hotbeds designed to energize the economy and become engines of growth’. Imagine taking this same […]
BE EPIC | 4 Steps to Turn Up Your EPIC!
Possibility. Potential. Power. Most women operate at a fraction of their full potential. How do we change this? Why do we need to? That’s what I want to explore deeper… EPIC stands for “Exceptional PowHERhouses in Canada”. Now more than ever before, the world needs us. ALL of us! The very best version of ourselves, […]
CATALYST | It’s what You DO, not what You SAY
An open letter to the leaders of Catalyst Canada Let’s talk about leading – leading by example. I’ve read this week’s Catalyst announcement regarding the appointment of Victor Dodig as their new Board Chair. Let me get this straight: The Mission of Catalyst Canada is to ‘Accelerate progress for women through workplace inclusion’. This is […]
INCLUSION | 5 Steps to ‘I Belong’
Inclusion. A word being thrown around a whole lot these days. Organizations are prioritizing. Governments are policy-making. Consultants are gravitating. My question is, what does inclusion look and feel like? How does it show up in your day-to-day life? Keeping it real and relatable, it simply means, “I belong“. Yes? I’d like to discuss active […]
How Hungry Are YOU For The WIN?
Athletes undergo rigorous training, dialed in nutrition, mental preparation, quality supplementation, consistent bodywork, adequate hydration, rest, and recuperation to ensure they bring ALL of themselves at their optimal performance to each and every game. Their talent, discipline and dedication to a hardcore work ethic is rewarded with sizable contracts, sponsor endorsements, fan loyalty, even celebrity […]
VOICE + VISIBILITY = VELOCITY
“How do I move forward – faster – towards my goals?” YOUR VOICE + VISIBILITY = VELOCITY I’m no algebra whiz or calculus pro, but I do know women. Before you embark on this formula, 3 important preparatory steps are necessary in order to carry out its maximum impact: Find your focus. Solid traction occurs […]
Rep It Out to Roar!
Repping it out to roar! Preparing for canfitpro’s Women Who Influence luncheon, August 17th. Repetition. Repetition. Repetition. PowHERful leaders ready themselves to access their next opportunity through the practice of diligent repetition. In weight-training, gains are maximized by those who understand the value of repetition. Weekly schedules prioritize consistency and repetition of workouts and meals that provide […]
“You brag so women don’t have to”
“You brag so women don’t have to.“ That was Renu Bawa’s response as we chatted about PowHERhouse and our role as a women’s media organization to mobilize Canadian women during a lunch at the amazing Brentwood Bay Spa & Resort where I recently delivered a talk on leadership and self-care. It’s absolutely true. Over the past four […]