Category Archives: FaceBook

The Other Flow – Communication

Posted on October 27, 2020 by laurencerumming

We all know the importance in business of cash flow.  What is also important is the flow of communication.  Poor communication impedes the ability of a business to respond to situations in a timely manner and make sound decisions.  Misunderstood … Continue reading →

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Retirement  …… ????

Posted on June 24, 2019 by laurencerumming

Does anyone else find it difficult to retire?  I have retired three times and am still working.  I must admit I am closer to retirement this time and am actually learning to sleep until 6 a.m.!  Feels odd just to … Continue reading →

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The Network – Part Two

Posted on April 15, 2019 by laurencerumming

After seeing last weeks post, I know you’re wondering if this old guy has heard of Social Media?  Yes, in today’s world it is an important part of networking.  But, bar none, there is nothing that can match face-to-face, personal … Continue reading →

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Values, Ethics, and Other Things

Posted on October 1, 2018 by laurencerumming

I know you can’t go back, and I know that society changes, but there are some things that puzzle me. The other day a 12 year old said, “I can’t read this.”  I thought it might be something technical or … Continue reading →

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How Do I Keep Up?

Posted on September 10, 2018 by laurencerumming

I am often asked by entrepreneurs starting small business, “How do I keep up with what is happening in the business? This is not a simple question to answer as it depends on your communication style, level of knowledge on … Continue reading →

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The Truth, the Whole Truth

Posted on November 27, 2017 by laurencerumming

Businesses need to be vigilante in today’s world of Social Media.  There is no accountability for someone to check the validity of the information they are posting.  Incorrect or misleading information posted on a website can do irreparable damage to … Continue reading →

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The Art of Writing

Posted on October 2, 2017 by laurencerumming

I’m not talking about novels, or blogs, I’m talking about everyday written communication.  It used to be in business you hand wrote on a three-part memogram, tore out the pink copy for your records, and forwarded the white and green … Continue reading →

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The Truth According to ……..

Posted on July 17, 2017 by laurencerumming

We are constantly being bombarded by social media, newspapers, television, radio, websites, blogs, etc., that all have compelling stories and posts that evoke our emotions. (Fear, love, displeasure, etc., etc.)  What is sad is many people take these at face … Continue reading →

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What was I Thinking – or was I?

Posted on June 5, 2017 by laurencerumming

According to Statistics Canada, 64% of Canadians are on social media.  Facebook has the highest percentage of users at 71% with 87% of them between the ages of 18 – 29.  The average user spends 40 minutes a day on … Continue reading →

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Polarity

Posted on March 13, 2017 by laurencerumming

No, not referring to the batteries in your flashlight or the Inuit’s view that the earth’s poles are shifting, I’m referring to my observations of our decision-making process. While it has always been present, it has become more evident over … Continue reading →

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