Hello & Welcome to Our Blog… “The Daily Planet”
I've named our blog "The Daily Planet" (yes, I read a lot of Superman comics when I was a kid), yet I also wanted to recognize the rich history of Chatham's print and newspaper industry (The Chatham Daily Planet Newspaper and Daily Planet Building). The Daily Planet...
Embracing Coziness: Our Favourite Winter Day Activities
Hello there, winter enthusiasts! As the chill in the air becomes more noticeable and the allure of snowflakes beckons, we can't help but share our favourite ways to spend a wondrous winter day. So grab a cup of steaming hot cocoa and let's delve into the delightful...
Ushering in a Better 2024: Embracing Change for a Bright Future
As we bid farewell to yet another year, we find ourselves standing on the verge of a new beginning – 2024. While each year brings its own set of opportunities and challenges, this time around, let us embrace a proactive approach to ensure that 2024 becomes a year of...
Why you should support small and local businesses.
For the last few years, a change in the way we shop has come about. More and more people are shopping on line and at big-box retailers. But there are many benefits to supporting the small shops and local businesses. Besides staying in your town for all your shopping...
Make 2018 your year!
Let this coming year be better than all the others. Vow to do some of the things you've always wanted to do but couldn't find the time. Call up a forgotten friend. Share a funny story with someone whose spirits are dragging. A good laugh can be very good medicine....
Making Your Customers Feel Appreciated
The boys and I love watching Christmas movies and Home Alone 2 - Lost in New York is one of our favourites. Watching the sticky bandits getting tortured by a 10 year old boy always makes us laugh. As Kevin puts it “ you can mess with a lot of things, but you can’t...
A Christmas (Customer Experience) Post
What’s that I smell… chestnuts roasting on an open fire?! The most wonderful time of the year is almost upon us. Okay, I know I am a little early but I can’t resist: I love Christmas! I may or may not be already listening to The Skydiggers version of Good King...
I Believe In Baseball.
When I look back and try to remember all the times in my life where I have had the most fun, many of the times have centred around baseball. So many great memories of looking over a field of emerald green, and cheering for my favourite baseball team. Or at our local...
Leadership Lessons You Can Learn From Baseball
It’s a wonderful time of year, spring is in the air, hockey playoffs are about to start and baseball is back . Ball gloves are pulled from closets and local ball diamonds are springing to life. Tiger fans, Blue Jay fans or fans of any team all have the same hope for...
The Benefits of Learning Something New
When was the last time you tried something for the first time? Chances are it has been weeks, months or even years. Some of us love to experiment and engage with new ideas, however for the vast majority, we tend to go through everyday life with the same rituals and...
Inspiration Found In A Galaxy Far Far Away
I recently saw a window sticker on a friends car, a picture of Yoda with his words of wisdom “Do or do not… there is no try” This made me think on how Star Wars can motivate us to live better lives and the lessons that can be found in a galaxy far, far away. I have...
Go Ahead… Get Your Hopes Up
“Don’t Get Your Hopes Up!” We’ve heard that advice all our lives. Family, friends, books and movies have all warned us not to get our hopes up. You may even say it yourself, but did you ever think about what you’re saying? “Don’t Get Your Hopes Up!” is possibly the...
Holiday Stress-Busting Tips
The shopping and crowds. The back-to-back holiday parties. The interminable chats with the in-laws. We understand how easy it is to feel not so wonderful at this most wonderful time of the year. That’s why we’ve rounded up these expert-endorsed ways to help you dodge...
Lessons I Learned as a Stinger
Play The Game Not The Score I have always believed that team sports build character. The principles of good character include honesty, courage, compassion, generosity, integrity, fairness, self-control and prudence. These qualities are the keys to being successful in...
It’s Never Too Late
Okay, If you have read my previous blog posts you will know that this is not my first post related to making changes in life. Change is what I’m dealing with at this moment in my life so I’m naturally drawn to articles, blogs and stories of how others have made life...
Is your logo doing it’s job?
What makes one logo better than another? Simplicity. A good logo works in the simplest form. It is a memorable representation of your brand and inspires confidence in your customers. It should be fresh and original -- without visual cliches or amateur effects. A logo...
Don’t Post Anonymous
Rick Mercer is a favourite comedian, television personality, political satirist and author of mine. I want to share his Antisocial Etiquette rant from an episode of the Rick Mercer Report. I have seen people post negative comments under alias names all over the...
Brochure Printing as a Marketing Tool
With the Internet and social media taking over the world of business marketing, do you think your business needs a brochure? With the Internet taking the place of printed media, does your company still have reasons to rely on brochures? Well, the answer to both...
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What is a mentor?
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