The Hustle & Bustle of the Holiday Season by Conrad Toner There is a great French song called “Noel N’est Pas Au Magasin”. “Christmas is not found in the stores” but in our hearts and in our hands. I find myself humming that song this time of the year and thinking about the words. I… Continue Reading
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The Importance of New Beginnings
You reach a certain stage in life when it seems there are more endings than beginnings. In his epic book, Think and Grow Rich, Napoleon Hill says that most people have given up their dreams by mid-forties. There are many ways to die. I got thinking about this as I sat parked in front of… Continue Reading
Pegine’s Motivational Times
Give Yourself a Gift by Pegine Echevarria Your talents, intellect, wisdom and innovation are gifts. The power to achieve and take action towards your goals lies in your thoughts about yourself, your future and where you want to go. Mix in the truth that you have to BELIEVE the following: 1- You deserve whatever you… Continue Reading
Pegine’s Motivational Times — Mentoring Matters
The Post-Gazette.com ran an article on Monday, October 19, 2009 by Ralph Bangs and Larry E. Davis called “Mentoring programs can build diversity in management”. The article said mentoring is the #1 strategy for people to succeed. I agree, being mentored is critical in all areas and stages of our lives. There are different kinds… Continue Reading
Game On
Pegine’s Motivational Times by Pegine Echevarria Plan, action and results. Each and every day you read or hear about the power of plans. You think about your plans, and the organizational plans. You look at your to do sheets, squash the fires within your teams and make the calls you need to make, then you… Continue Reading
Your Independence
Pegine’s Motivational Times by Pegine Echevarria I’ve got the power. It is a great day when you realize that you have the power to change your life, your perceptions of the world and your willingness to decide to succeed, no matter what. It is shedding the layer of thoughts, ideas and perceptions that has held… Continue Reading
Transformation
By Blake Lindsay People often ask me, “Why are you no longer a deejay on the air somewhere?” I’m happy to explain with a story that has an unenthusiastic beginning, however has a very positive reassuring ending like some of my favourite trials. If you are experiencing a career transition, or know someone who is,… Continue Reading
Pegine's Motivational Times
100% Responsible There is a lot of talk these days about responsibility. Finger pointing at others for the conditions that we are experiencing. The truth is that we, you and I, have to take 100% responsibility for the condition that we are in. I’m talking about what is happening in your world, mind, home, job,… Continue Reading
MYPIE Goes to the Summit
The network of Miramichi Young Professionals and Involved Entrepreneurs (MYPIE) hosted an interactive supper workshop entitled “The Summit Experience” at the Boulevard Pub in January. Over 55 people from all sectors registered for the event featuring guest speaker Paula Morand with the goal of learning how to change their attitudes to reach their altitude! Paula… Continue Reading
You Are Terrific!
Pegine’s Motivational Times by Pegine Echevarria Thank you so much for being terrific! Without you I can’t do what I do. I’m so thankful that you implement the techniques taught and that you are willing to see yourself and your potential. Thank you for being focused on your growth. When was the last time someone… Continue Reading
