The Journey of Brian Oliver Francis
“The journey of an entrepreneur is filled with struggle. Never give up.” As you look at my photo, perhaps you see the face of a
“The journey of an entrepreneur is filled with struggle. Never give up.” As you look at my photo, perhaps you see the face of a
On Canada Day 2017, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau introduced the country to its two newest astronauts, Jennifer Sidey and Joshua Kutryk. Sidey and Kutryk join the Canadian
It’s one thing to have to put up with your overbearing grandmother during the holidays, but there are other people that you’re forced to deal
Here is a list of nonfiction books that played a significant role in shaping Barack Obama’s character: The Souls of Black Folk by Web Du
A lot of people would attribute the opportunities they’ve received to who they know. Who you know matters both in business and in life. Whether
There’s a universal understanding that exercise plays an important part in achieving and maintaining good health. Working out benefits people physically, mentally, and even emotionally,
Anyone who’s reading this right now can probably agree that there’s a lot of everything going on right now. The world is panicking with the
You got hired, right? You went through an interview, you shook hands, you signed all the forms, you have a computer and a desk. Your
Ah, winter! The season for skiing and hot chocolate by the fireplace. Except many of us find it easy to hibernate the season away. Depending
It may be time to remove “multi-tasker” from your resume, because it’s not the skill that people think it is. Multi-tasking or switching from one
With the holiday season drawing near, there’s no better time to buy gifts for those closest to you. But since those people mean so much
No matter what the size, big or small, your business is bound to deal with the occasional moment of conflict. If your business is just
I frequently meet people who struggle with accomplishing goals in their lives, and yet they always begin by saying, “Tomorrow I will start.” Sadly, these
Entrepreneurs are known for pouring themselves into their businesses. Long days, hours spent alone, and making tough personal sacrifices are not uncommon for entrepreneurs. They often put
Some might say that it’s easy to be on stage and perform well, particularly if you are motivated (as I am) by public accountability. If
An employee can improve their work ethic and attitude, but it will only go so far. Employee performance and satisfaction is highly dependent on how
It’s impossible to get to the top – or anywhere else for that matter – without listening to suggestions or advice. When you’re put in
If you’ve ever had a dream of being some sort of celebrity, you should be happy to know that there’s very likely a cache of
In business, confidence is one of the most important traits to have. It allows you to speak up, to be taken seriously, and to get
Success isn’t linear, and it wouldn’t foster growth if it was easy to achieve. To be successful, you have to be able to take risks,
Millennials are known as the generation of smartphones, over-priced coffee, and a reputation for entitlement and leisureliness. Despite this, the success of millennials is becoming
Is your boss constantly asking you to work overtime? Do coworkers asking you for help prevent you from completing your own work? Do you often
Conferences, conventions, and other industry parties are just some of the occasions where networking plays a vital part for an entrepreneur or business owner. Whether
On your journey toward creating success for yourself, you’re going to face the daily grind and pressures that come with any endeavour. Many people complain
If you’ve succeeded in getting your company out of debt, do you think you could do the same for an entire country? If you turned
You want to lose weight, eat right, and get toned. You have the perfect meal plan, and exercise program planned out, but then “life” gets
In all relationships, it’s inevitable that, at some point, someone will offend the other party. All healthy relationships have a “release valve” or a way
Older generations have always been critical of the younger ones. From Socrates referring to youths as “bad-mannered tyrants with a lack of respect for
Mental health has slowly but surely become recognized as being just as important as one’s physical health. Campaigns like Bell Let’s Talk and other
Have you ever had a co-worker or friend who needed everything to be “just so?” Someone who wouldn’t quit until they’d done it all,
A common dating trend has made its way to the workplace. Known as “ghosting,” it involves ending a relationship without communication. There are no texts,
Taking your business to the next level is the dream for many entrepreneurs and business owners. You’ve done the work to establish yourself in
The importance of staying mentally strong is no secret. Numerous studies have noted the influence that the mind has over the physical body. And
“One reason so few of us achieve what we truly want is that we never direct our focus; we never concentrate our power. Most
Since 1959, American toy manufacturer Mattel, Inc. has sold over 1 billion Barbie dolls worldwide. The impact these dolls have had on little girls
“It can be difficult for people to talk about it, because there still is that stigma around mental illness. But I would encourage people
Since there’s no guide to success, most people go their own way with varying outcomes. Some skyrocket to the top without looking back, while
With the holiday season upon us, there’s a decent chance you’re going to attend at least one corporate affair. Perhaps a networking event or
It’s the holidays, the season for snow, good cheer, and, of course, gifts. From Secret Santa gift exchanges at work to that Christmas party
Conferences, conventions, and charity galas are just some of the occasions where networking plays a vital part of the experience. Whether you’re a seasoned
Millennials are known as the generation of smartphones, over-priced coffee, and a reputation for entitlement and leisureliness. Despite this, the success of millennials is
Harassment has been making headlines across the world as of late. What started with Harvey Weinstein has turned into a deluge of serious allegations
When you talk, does everybody listen? Do you have an in-depth knowledge of a particular topic? You could become an expert, develop a devoted
Many entrepreneurs understand that running a successful business comes at a price. Oftentimes, your dating life can take a backseat to more pressing tasks
Having a morning routine is one of the best and quickest ways to get out of a life rut and accomplish your goals. Getting
It’s the holiday season, and while a beach body is the last thing on your mind, you still want to stay active and healthy
In Cormac McCarthy’s The Road, a father struggles desperately to shield his son from the consequences of an unnamed catastrophe, assumed by many to
Every book genre has a writer who eclipses the rest in terms of overall success. But what is the measure of success for any given
When you are starting any venture, money can be a tricky part of the deal. Of course, you have your bills and rent and equipment
Man is a social creature and as such our social requirements need us to communicate with other human beings. Language was invented so we could
Even if there is nothing explicitly wrong with your digital image, you can become more personable and improve your online persona with tweaks and changes.
Morocco is a gorgeous country on the crossroads between Africa, Europe, and the Arabian Peninsula; with exoticism and enchantment to spare. It is known and
Prolonged sitting is damaging our health. Reduce the risk of obesity and heart diseases by ‘deskercising’. Workout at your desk to improve your strength, burn
“The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page.” – St Augustine Our world is a rich tapestry of architecture,
The working world is always changing, and the expectations of your basic skill sets will change with it. In the 21st century, skills that were