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Mary-Jean Harris runs Fairytale Princess Parties, a business that provides princess, superhero, and character parties for kids. They offer a range of activities such as story time, games, crafts, and …

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Mary-Jean Harris runs Fairytale Princess Parties, a business that provides princess, superhero, and character parties for kids. They offer a range of activities such as story time, games, crafts, and superhero training. Mary-Jean also plans special events like the Princess Club, which helps kids prepare for school. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the business had to adapt by offering video calls and driveway visits. Mary-Jean has plans to expand the business by opening a venue with themed party rooms and potentially an indoor pool for swimming mermaid parties. She finds staff, often university a…

Sean Nagasar, the owner of 8-bit Shinobi, sells collectibles and offers gaming services at comic conventions. He also plans to get into event planning for these conventions. Sean is knowledgeable abou…

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Sean Nagasar, the owner of 8-bit Shinobi, sells collectibles and offers gaming services at comic conventions. He also plans to get into event planning for these conventions. Sean is knowledgeable about local celebrities and hopes to book them for events. He sells a variety of collectibles, including trading card games, Funko Pops, and toys. The most popular items are Funko Pops and Pokémon cards. Sean emphasizes the importance of condition in collectibles and the value of limited edition and exclusive items. He also discusses his love for comic books, trading card games, and the geek communit…

The conversation with Susan Blain from the Dare to Be Vulnerable Project explores the importance of mental health and the need to break the stigma surrounding it. Susan emphasizes that everyone has a …

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The conversation with Susan Blain from the Dare to Be Vulnerable Project explores the importance of mental health and the need to break the stigma surrounding it. Susan emphasizes that everyone has a mental health and that it is essential to prioritize and protect it. The conversation delves into the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health and the need for systemic change to address stigma and discrimination. Susan shares her personal journey of going through a mental health crisis and how it led her to start the Dare To Be Vulnerable Project. The project focuses on creating awareness…

Karla Briones is a serial entrepreneur and founder of Immigrant Entrepreneur Canada. She started her consulting business to help immigrant entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of starting a business …

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Karla Briones is a serial entrepreneur and founder of Immigrant Entrepreneur Canada. She started her consulting business to help immigrant entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of starting a business in a new country. Her consulting business eventually led her to found Immigrant Entrepreneur Canada, a non-profit organization that supports underrepresented entrepreneurs. Karla also launched the Immigrant Entrepreneur Canada's Retail Incubator Program, which provides hands-on training and support for immigrant entrepreneurs in the retail industry. She is passionate about helping entrepreneurs su…

Emery Robichaud is a Crypto expert who shares his knowledge through newsletters, consultations, and a crypto course. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the broader geopolitical and economic…

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Emery Robichaud is a crypto expert who shares his knowledge through newsletters, consultations, and a crypto course. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the broader geopolitical and economic implications of cryptocurrency. While Bitcoin is well-known, there are many other projects and companies in the crypto space. Emery believes that cryptocurrency has the potential to revolutionize every industry and become the future of Finance. However, he cautions that not all cryptocurrencies are created equal and that Bitcoin may not be the best option for everyday transactions due to its vola…

Stu Schwartz, also known as Stuntman Stu, shares his journey from being a radio personality to battling Cancer and finding new opportunities. He talks about his time in radio, his love for the Montrea…

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Stu Schwartz, also known as Stuntman Stu, shares his journey from being a radio personality to battling cancer and finding new opportunities. He talks about his time in radio, his love for the Montreal Canadiens, and his transition to sports radio. Stu discusses the challenges he faced in the industry and the changes he witnessed. He also opens up about his health struggles and the resilience he developed throughout his journey. Stu reflects on his decision to go public with his cancer journey and the impact it has had on others. Stu discusses the importance of not dwelling on fear and the nee…

Chantelle Kinzel from Live Nutritionals shares her journey of starting a health business focused on kombucha and fermented products. She emphasizes the importance of gut health and its impact on menta…

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Chantelle Kinzel from Live Nutritionals shares her journey of starting a health business focused on kombucha and fermented products. She emphasizes the importance of gut health and its impact on mental health and overall well-being. Chantelle discusses the challenges of setting up manufacturing in Nicaragua and navigating the cultural differences in doing business. She also talks about the importance of community and building Relationships with customers. Live Nutritionals sells their products in Nicaragua and offers licensing programs for distribution outside of the country. Chantelle advocat…

Helen Stoumbos is organizing a unique sports festival called the Good Games, which combines athletic competitions with a family oriented festival . The festival offers a wide range of interactive and …

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Helen Stoumbos is organizing a unique sports festival called the Good Games, which combines athletic competitions with a family oriented festival . The festival offers a wide range of interactive and experiential sports activities for attendees to watch and participate in. Some of the featured sports include Pickleball, cornhole, and tech ball. Helen shares her personal journey in sports, including her struggles with confidence and the power of controlling her thoughts. She emphasizes the importance of following one's passion and creating from a place of feeling. Helen also highlights the supp…

Carrie Irvine, founder of Carrie Irvine Communications, shares her journey from creative advertising to marketing and PR. She discusses her passion for working with non-profit organizations and her ro…

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Carrie Irvine, founder of Carrie Irvine Communications, shares her journey from creative advertising to marketing and PR. She discusses her passion for working with non-profit organizations and her role in creating a national campaign to help people facing eating disorders. The conversation also delves into the changing landscape of media and the impact of PR in the digital age. Carrie Irvine shares her journey from being a special events coordinator to owning her own marketing company and working with a Canadian jewelry designer. She also discusses her experience with philanthropic campaigns …

Joanne Martin, a financial planner specializing in Personal Real Estate Corporations (PRECs), discusses the challenges and opportunities for real estate agents in incorporating their businesses. She e…

Joanne Martin, a fin…

Joanne Martin, a financial planner specializing in Personal Real Estate Corporations (PRECs), discusses the challenges and opportunities for real estate agents in incorporating their businesses. She explains the limitations and benefits of forming a PREC and how it can impact an agent's income and financial planning options. Joanne emphasizes the importance of understanding each agent's unique situation and tailoring financial planning solutions accordingly. She also shares her approach of charging a flat planning fee and outsourcing technical tasks to a team of experts. Joanne's goal is to ed…

Behdad Jamshidi, a former engineer, is now a broker for marketing agencies. He helps businesses find the right marketing partners by vetting and connecting them with agencies that specialize in their …

Behdad Jamshidi, a f…

Behdad Jamshidi, a former engineer, is now a broker for marketing agencies. He helps businesses find the right marketing partners by vetting and connecting them with agencies that specialize in their specific needs. His vetting process involves assessing agency fit, reviewing portfolio work, and conducting deep dive sessions. By finding the right agency on the first try, Behdad saves businesses time and Money, helping them stay ahead of their competitors. His superpower is connecting people and ideas, and he is passionate about helping businesses make smarter marketing decisions. Behdad Jamshi…

Kyle Lawrie and his wife run the Meet the Keepers wildlife rescue center, where they care for over 60 animals ranging from arachnids to parrots. They also give presentations on responsible pet ownersh…

Kyle Lawrie and his …

Kyle Lawrie and his wife run the Meet the Keepers wildlife rescue center, where they care for over 60 animals ranging from arachnids to parrots. They also give presentations on responsible pet ownership and wildlife conservation. Kyle's passion for animals started when he worked at a zoo as a teenager and continued through his travels in Asia. He later started a cleaning business and worked with Little Ray's before starting his own rescue organization. The Keepers aims to educate people about the responsibilities of owning pets and the importance of choosing the right animal for their lifestyl…

Erin Patchell, founder of the Positivist Group, discusses how her company helps purpose-driven businesses make a bigger impact in the world. The Positivist Group works with organizations that want to …

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Erin Patchell, founder of the Positivist Group, discusses how her company helps purpose-driven businesses make a bigger impact in the world. The Positivist Group works with organizations that want to make a difference in their internal or external communities. They help these businesses achieve their goals through various interventions, such as employee surveys, leadership development systems, Coaching programs, and workshops. Erin emphasizes the importance of having a team of advisors and mentors to support and guide entrepreneurs. She also talks about the origin of the name 'Positivist Group…

Dr. Neel Chadha, owner of Lanark Lifestyles, discusses his experience running an Aging-in-place Retirement community and the challenges he faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. He shares how he had to l…

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Dr. Neel Chadha, owner of Lanark Lifestyles, discusses his experience running an aging-in-place retirement community and the challenges he faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. He shares how he had to learn to operate the residence while navigating the changing rules and regulations due to the pandemic. Dr. Chadha also talks about the importance of having a strong team and the impact of staff burnout. He discusses the expansion plans for Lanark Lifestyles and the unique model of creating a self-contained community with a medical center. Overall, Dr. Chadha emphasizes the importance of perseveran…

Caleb Dods is the founder of Dods Technology Consulting, a company that helps non-technical companies with their technology needs. Caleb focuses on operations and back-office systems, particularly in …

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Caleb Dods is the founder of Dods Technology Consulting, a company that helps non-technical companies with their technology needs. Caleb focuses on operations and back-office systems, particularly in physical goods companies such as construction, manufacturing, and logistics. He specializes in integrating non-standard hardware and software to optimize business processes. Caleb started his own business after working for large corporations like Nortel and Deloitte, where he gained experience in bridging the gap between business and technology. He targets medium-sized businesses going through cha…

Todd Hamstra, the owner of Freshco in Bell's Corners, shares his experience as a franchisee and his journey of turning around a failing store. He discusses the revitalization of Bell's Corners and his…

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Todd Hamstra, the owner of Freshco in Bell's Corners, shares his experience as a franchisee and his journey of turning around a failing store. He discusses the revitalization of Bell's Corners and his commitment to the community. Todd emphasizes the importance of hard work and building strong relationships with staff and customers. He also addresses the high cost of food and provides insights into the pricing strategies of grocery stores. This conversation explores various themes related to the impact of supply chain on food prices, the influence of competition and price wars, the effect of Wa…

Coach Jean-Luc shares his journey from being a personal trainer to becoming a successful business coach. He emphasizes the importance of igniting and maintaining passion in business, as well as the ne…

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Coach Jean-Luc shares his journey from being a personal trainer to becoming a successful business coach. He emphasizes the importance of igniting and maintaining passion in business, as well as the need for self-mastery and time management. Coach Jean-Luc also discusses the challenges he faced and the lessons he learned along the way, including the importance of boundaries and the impact of personal growth on business success. He highlights the role of a coach in providing guidance and asking the right questions to clarify direction and strategy. In this part of the conversation, Coach Jean-Lu…

Coach Jean-Luc can be found at: https://www.coachjeanluc.com/ https://www.facebook.com/jeanlucboissonneault https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanlucboissonneault/ https://www.youtube.com/@JeanLucBoissonnea…

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Coach Jean-Luc can be found at: https://www.coachjeanluc.com/ https://www.facebook.com/jeanlucboissonneault https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanlucboissonneault/ https://www.youtube.com/@JeanLucBoissonneault https://jeanlucboissonneault.medium.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@businesscoachjeanlucCoach Jean-Luc shares his journey from being a personal trainer to becoming a successful business coach. He emphasizes the importance of igniting and maintaining passion in business, as well as the need for self-mastery and time management. Coach Jean-Luc also discusses the challenges he faced and the lesson…