This is an {un}blog, and not really a blog (because I never really do anything completely conventionally), but I certainly do have a lot to say and share (for those of you who know me, you did not need me to spell this out). I’m SO fortunate to be able to connect with people, products, and ideas that I find incredibly inspiring every day, and I hope to use this virtual space to give you an inside look into what’s going on in my (crazy) world…which, I share with you.
Along with my small but mighty team, we will be posting content under 3 main departments, and encourage you to share with us as well. If something excites or outrages you, if you have a product or service that we should know about, or should you have any comments, complaints, criticisms or compliments please be in touch.
Although we all know, and might share the saying “never say never”, we also have to acknowledge that there is an exception to every rule.
Here are some things that we feel justified saying “never” to – and, just maybe, you will too. (more…)
Although we typically use our Roundup to look back and reflect on the news and lessons from the month that was, today, we are all about looking forward and moving forward, because we think (hope) there’s so much ahead for us all!
While we try to appreciate every new day (and each moment) as a jumping off point for new and better, the first day of a new year symbolizes hope, renewal, and opportunity.
We are living in a society where we are used to taking the stage on social media, but how often do we let ourselves be audience members?
Being a deliberate observer can be stimulating, thought provoking, and challenge behaviours in incredible ways. (more…)
“If you don’t stick to your values when they’re being tested, they’re not values: they’re hobbies.” –Jon Stewart
Does an overdeveloped sense of morality make you less likely to act ethically in real life?
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Supporting an organization you value and admire, with the goal of having a positive impact in our world with your dollars on Giving Tuesday (and any day), is a great way to pay it forward and show gratitude for all you have. But there are other ways to offer your support without making a donation that shouldn’t be overlooked.
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Black Friday (and all the mania, buzz, and savings that come with it) is one of the biggest shopping periods of the year, with many companies extending their sales for way longer than the original day, leading up to and beyond Cyber Monday.
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Healthy smiles make the best first impression. They’re the most effective and natural beauty trick, and an indication that you are healthy both physically and mentally. To keep our pearly whites shining their brightest, and feeling great and fresh, it’s important to visit your holistic dentist for regular checkups, and develop a good oral routine, but…
Not all toothpaste is created equal. (more…)
25 years. It all started in the fall of 1994, in an age where “word of mouth” meant speaking on the phone or in person, not a LinkedIn referral or an Instagram endorsement. Borden Communications has endured great change, overcome many challenges, celebrated successes, connected with some of the most incredible, kind, generous, hard-working people, and continues to grow and evolve. Although we appreciate the strong foundation our experience affords us in our daily work, we take great pride in being open-minded, listening, understanding, learning and staying nimble in an ever-changing world.
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