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Dec 16

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Career Reflections: 5 Lessons I Learned in 2024

As we approach the end of 2024, it feels like the perfect time to pause and reflect on the year—not just the wins but also the challenges, lessons, and moments that shaped our growth. If there’s one thing I’ve learned, every experience...

Nov 18

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How to Find the Right Entrepreneur Community in Vancouver

I remember how naive I was in starting a business. I thought within 6 months I’d have everything figured out, with zero experience…Life hit hard, and a huge wake-up call was in store.Luckily, after years of experimenting, interviewing...

Nov 4

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Work-Life Balance: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and How to Find Yours

Many strive to find balance between work and personal life, especially as careers and businesses become more prominent in our lives. ‍Juggling work and personal time is essential for entrepreneurs and early-career professionals to prevent...

Oct 14

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What Is Keynote Speaking and Why It Matters

When I got into speaking, it was solely to enhance my leadership and communication skills. Little did I know how far I would go and how many people I’d impact throughout speaking over the previous years? And the events and organizations...

Sep 30

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How Entrepreneurial Communities are the Key to Success

Starting a business is no easy feat. The excitement of bringing an idea to life is often paired with a rollercoaster of challenges—everything from uncertainty to isolation. While grit and determination are crucial, one is often overlooked...

Sep 16

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What to Do After Being Laid Off

If you've been laid off, you're not alone. Many successful people have experienced job loss at some point in their careers. While it can feel overwhelming, it's also an opportunity to reassess, refocus, and create a new path for yourself...

Sep 3

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Is Entrepreneurship a Good Career Choice?

When you think of entrepreneurship, what comes to mind? It could be being your boss, setting your hours, and pursuing a passion project. But is it a good career choice? Let’s explore the ups and downs to help you decide if it's the right...

Aug 12

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Changing Careers at 30: Tips for Success

Making a career change at 30 can be both exciting and daunting. I know the feeling because I’ve done it.I've been there, from flying and fixing helicopters to launching a business full-time and diving into the deep end. Figuring out how...

Jul 8

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The Learning Curve: Turning Knowledge into Action

The ability to learn new skills and apply them effectively is more crucial than ever. ‍Whether you're aiming for a promotion, starting a new project, or simply improving your daily workflow, mastering the learning curve is key. ‍We are...

Jun 18

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The Leap of Faith: How to Take the Plunge into Your Passion

Taking the leap of faith to pursue your passion can be one of your life's most exhilarating and rewarding decisions. ‍Back in early 2019, I started creating an exit plan, which I executed in 2022 and have never looked back. ‍It’s about...

Jun 3

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Overcoming Entrepreneurial Burnout: Recognizing and Combating Burnout

Entrepreneurship is exhilarating, rewarding, and often all-consuming. ‍The drive to build something from the ground up can lead to long hours, high stress, and burnout. ‍Recognizing the signs of burnout and taking actionable steps to...

Apr 15

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First-Time Founder's Guide: 7 Strategies for Building Your Startup

Are you a first-time founder ready to dive into the exciting world of entrepreneurship? ‍Building your startup from the ground up can be exhilarating but also comes with challenges. ‍To help you successfully navigate this journey, we've...

Apr 8

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Networking 101: Building Meaningful Connections at Work

In today's professional landscape, success isn't just about what you know; it's also about who you know. ‍Networking has become crucial for advancing careers, landing opportunities, and fostering professional growth. ‍However, for many...

Mar 18

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Overcome Imposter Syndrome in 7 Steps

Do you ever find yourself doubting your accomplishments, feeling like a fraud despite evidence of your competence? ‍If so, you're not alone. Many individuals experience what's known as imposter syndrome, a persistent feeling of inadequacy...

Feb 19

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Ruthless Prioritization: The Solopreneur's Secret Weapon

Are you an entrepreneur, solopreneur, or someone who is self-employed? Are you tired of wasting days, weeks, and even years?‍Working for yourself can sound glorifying but there’s something that a lot of people don’t talk about - how to...

Jan 29

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The ABCs of Digital Communication Etiquette

In our digital age, how we communicate online matters. ‍And from my experience, there is a huge disconnect on how people do that.‍Whether it's emails, virtual meetings, or chats, following a few basic rules can make a big...

Jan 22

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Building a Supportive Entrepreneurial Community: A Key to Success

Entrepreneurship is often depicted as a solo journey, a solitary pursuit filled with challenges, triumphs, and the occasional setback. ‍When I first started, it was not challenging mentally but also socially. ‍Only a few people I knew...

Dec 18

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Elevating Business Wisdom: The Impact of 17 Transformative Conversations in 7 Days

For the past several weeks I’ve wanted to have conversations with every member in my entrepreneurial community Mentee. The goal is to get real-world feedback from each individual on improving the community moving...

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Cutting edge content for creators, entrepreneurs, and doers.

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People Impacted

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Career Reflections: 5 Lessons I Learned in 2024

How to Find the Right Entrepreneur Community in Vancouver

Work-Life Balance: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and How to Find Yours

What Is Keynote Speaking and Why It Matters

How Entrepreneurial Communities are the Key to Success

What to Do After Being Laid Off

Is Entrepreneurship a Good Career Choice?

Changing Careers at 30: Tips for Success

The Learning Curve: Turning Knowledge into Action

The Leap of Faith: How to Take the Plunge into Your Passion

Overcoming Entrepreneurial Burnout: Recognizing and Combating Burnout

First-Time Founder's Guide: 7 Strategies for Building Your Startup

Networking 101: Building Meaningful Connections at Work

Overcome Imposter Syndrome in 7 Steps

Ruthless Prioritization: The Solopreneur's Secret Weapon

The ABCs of Digital Communication Etiquette

Building a Supportive Entrepreneurial Community: A Key to Success

Elevating Business Wisdom: The Impact of 17 Transformative Conversations in 7 Days

Weekly Words

From Chris

Cutting edge content for creators, entrepreneurs, and doers.

Published every week since 2020

2x

Published Author

200+

Articles Published

250K+

Words Written

5K+

People Impacted

205+

Weeks Straight

500+

Weekly Readers

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Career Reflections: 5 Lessons I Learned in 2024

How to Find the Right Entrepreneur Community in Vancouver

Work-Life Balance: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and How to Find Yours

What Is Keynote Speaking and Why It Matters

How Entrepreneurial Communities are the Key to Success

What to Do After Being Laid Off

Is Entrepreneurship a Good Career Choice?

Changing Careers at 30: Tips for Success

The Learning Curve: Turning Knowledge into Action

The Leap of Faith: How to Take the Plunge into Your Passion

Overcoming Entrepreneurial Burnout: Recognizing and Combating Burnout

First-Time Founder's Guide: 7 Strategies for Building Your Startup

Networking 101: Building Meaningful Connections at Work

Overcome Imposter Syndrome in 7 Steps

Ruthless Prioritization: The Solopreneur's Secret Weapon

The ABCs of Digital Communication Etiquette

Building a Supportive Entrepreneurial Community: A Key to Success

Elevating Business Wisdom: The Impact of 17 Transformative Conversations in 7 Days

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