Puttering around this summer
I find myself puttering around this summer. Not sure if I like it? It seemed a waste of time at first, yet, lately I am seeing its value. I have …
Insights
Strategic Planning for Everyone
What do academics, accountants, and authors have in common? They all volunteer for organizations that need strategic planning! Last month I facilitated sessions with organizations representing these three communities. Interestingly, …
A eulogy for my Grandfather
Yesterday I delivered a tribute (eulogy) to my grandfather at his funeral. It was the hardest public speaking event I have ever done. I drew on all my skills to …
Optimize your SEO!
The first time I heard the expression optimize your SEO, I had no idea what it meant. Was this something I need to be concerned about? Yes! What is SEO? …
Business Networking: Building your network
Business networking is establishing mutually beneficial relationships with clients/customers, suppliers, and other like-minded professionals. This critical skill aids you in growing both personally and professionally. Before you rush out to …
Success is not determined by performance
How do you define success? You may be surprised to find that performance has very little to do with it. I was. The Science of Success (The Nature of Things) …
Supporting small businesses
I was reminded yesterday of the importance of supporting small businesses. Without your support we just would not exist. An insightful thank you note Recently my husband made an online …
Variety is the Spice(r) of my Business!
You have heard of Variety is the Spice of Life? This week I believe Variety is the Spice(r) of my Business! Meaning of the expression According to Oxford Reference, this is …
Strong Relationships & Making Connections
“Strong relationships are one of the core values of owner and founder, Carole Spicer.” This statement appears on my website, and every proposal I write. Why? The value of strong relationships …
4th Anniversary Celebration!
This week marks my 4th anniversary of being in business at Spicer Facilitation & Learning. In Canada, 11 companies are founded every hour! That is a total of 95,000 new businesses …
