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Everyone has a story and it should guide how we live, treat each other and find purpose in our humanness

Caroline Berglund is the founder and Principal of Talk Talk and The One Stop Special Needs Shop. She is a writer, speaker, storyteller, painter, road map-maker, novice calligrapher, lover of 4am’er’, mother, partner and philosopher.

She is a questioner, fascinated by what makes leaders tick, She’s a challenger, talker of all things communication, philanthropist, curriculum designer, lover of the Greek philosopher, squeezer of the last year of her 40s like a dog with her favourite squeaky toy. She has spent ½ of the last 25 years in the corporate world and the other ½ as a philosopher and entrepreneur.

As a philosopher and entrepreneur she’s distilled her lifelong study into three things; the importance of living an autodidactic life, digging into one’s own existential angst at all cost and finally everyone has a story, everyone. This later one is important. It can and should guide how we live, treat each other and find purpose in our humanness.

When she’s not writing, reading, teaching she set up Talk Talk…twice! This is her second run at Talk Talk and her first at standing up The One Stop Special Needs Shop.


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Inspiring imaginations that will change the world

At the core of Ken Merkel‘s work lies a profound mission—to inspire imaginations that will change the world. As Founder of Unlimit and SciFiHive, Ken empowers individuals and organizations to uncover remarkable opportunities they never imagined possible on their own. Now more than ever, we need to rally together to create a better future. Using a pioneering approach – known as the SciFiHive, participants of all ages and places can explore, get excited, imagine, storytell and prototype solutions. If you are clear on the problem you want to solve, you can participate in, sponsor or lead local, regional or global sprint with engaged experts and enthusiasts.

In today’s podcast, Ken Merkel will provide insights on his story, what exponential growth is, the magic of a sprint process – what makes it unique, what results you can expect, use cases, and how you can get engaged to imagine then build your future.


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Defying the odds and building a thriving business

Chris Schellenberger, CEO of Purr.ca, is an inspirational entrepreneur who defied the odds and built a thriving business. With a background in sales and a keen understanding of the automotive industry, Chris developed Purr to empower sellers and revolutionize the way cars are bought and sold in Canada.


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Get great on the areas of life you’re most passionate about

Growing up John Krik‘s dad was a pitchman. You could see him slicing and dicing at the country fairs, PNE or home shows throughout Canada. That business grew from shows to television or products being sold on television and then mass distribution in major retail stores like Walmart. John has followed in his father’s footsteps. He’s developed several products that have gone from concept to millions in sales all based out of his home office in Surrey, BC. This is where he conceives the products, brings them to consumer shows, proves the salability, develops a pitch and from there brings it to mass distribution via direct response television.


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Driving small business productivity through data and technology: In conversation with Mark Hickman

As country leader for Sage in Canada, Mark helps to empower Canadian businesses by simplifying workflows to break down barriers and achieve growth. With more than 20 years of experience at the executive management and leadership-levels, where he consistently grew revenues at leading organizations, Mark brings a wealth of knowledge essential to successfully navigate the channel, partner, and SMB landscapes in Canada. As a leader, Mark looks to empower colleagues, partners, and customers to seek out solutions through creativity and innovation. To learn more about the technology delivering insights to Canadian business owners to make work and money flow, visit https://sage.com/en-ca

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markhickman72

Sage: https://www.sage.com/en-ca/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sagesoftware.canada/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Sage_Canada

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatsage/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sage-software/


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Creating transformative change in 66 days

Olia Stasiuk is a book author who is a certified Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR®️), and the Founder of four different businesses including 360 Transformers & Transformers Academy.

Olia found her passion in education and development and her mission in making people happier by elevating their lives and careers. She has dedicated many years of her professional career to exploring the inevitable impact of learning and development within personal and professional life, helping reputable global companies boost their operational efficiency by establishing forward-thinking employee experience and development strategies learned around the globe.

Olia is always exploring possibilities with technologies and innovation and is currently conducting research with her team on the impact of Virtual Reality and Artificial Intelligence practices on the soft skills of adults in the workplace to accelerate their careers.


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Comment contribuer à la pérennité de la fromagerie artisanale du Québec

Quelques années après avoir travaillé dans le secteur de l’aviation, en 1999, Nancy et son mari ont eu l’étincelle pour démarrer un réseau de distribution pour les fromagers artisanaux québécois : Plaisirs Gourmets.

L’entreprise a d’abord démarré avec le fromage Pied-de-Vent des Iles-de-la-Madeleine et rapidement l’intérêt des artisans fromagers et négociants a conduit à la création d’un réseau représentant aujourd’hui une quinzaine de fromageries artisanales, 1 fabricant de fondue et un charcutier.


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Nouvelle disposition législative relative aux accords de fixation des salaires et de non-débauchage

Le Bureau de la concurrence est un organisme d’application de la loi indépendant qui protège et favorise la concurrence au profit des consommateurs et des entreprises canadiennes. La concurrence entraîne une baisse des prix et l’innovation tout en alimentant la croissance économique.

Le Bureau de la concurrence s’emploie à soutenir et à protéger les Canadiens en favorisant un marché concurrentiel et innovateur. Pour ce faire, ils utilisent diverses méthodes, notamment le promotion, la sensibilisation, les consultations, les partenariats et l’application de la loi.

En juin 2022, le gouvernement du Canada a apporté des modifications à la Loi, notamment en ajoutant le paragraphe 45(1.1) aux dispositions existantes sur le complot criminel. Ce nouveau paragraphe protège la concurrence sur les marchés du travail en interdisant les accords entre employeurs pour fixer les salaires et restreindre la mobilité professionnelle. À l’instar des accords entre concurrents concernant la fixation des prix, la répartition des marchés et les restrictions de production, les accords de fixation des salaires et de non-débauchage minent la concurrence et l’allocation efficace des ressources. Le maintien et l’encouragement de la concurrence entre les employeurs se traduisent par des salaires et traitements plus élevés, ainsi que par de meilleurs avantages sociaux et opportunités d’emploi pour les employés.

Aujourd’hui, nous rencontrons Majid Charania, directeur de la conformité. L’unité est chargée de promouvoir le respect de la Loi sur la concurrence et aujourd’hui, ​nous allons discuter d’une nouvelle disposition législative qui porte sur les accords de fixation des salaires et de non-débauchage.

Lignes directrices sur l’application de la loi concernant les accords de fixation des salaires et de non-débauchage:
https://ised-isde.canada.ca/site/bure…

Formulaire de plainte du Bureau de la concurrence:
https://www.bureaudelaconcurrence.gc….

Centre d’information du Bureau de la concurrence – demande d’information:
https://www.bureaudelaconcurrence.gc….

Ressources du Bureau et médias sociaux:
https://twitter.com/Burconcurrence

https://www.facebook.com/bureaudelaco…

https://linktr.ee/bureau_ressources

 


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Competition Bureau – June 22, 2023, new legal provisions come into force

The Competition Bureau is an independent law enforcement agency that protects and promotes competition for the benefit of Canadian consumers and businesses. Competition drives lower prices and innovation while fueling economic growth.

The Competition Bureau works to support and protect Canadians by fostering a competitive and innovative marketplace. They do this using various methods, including advocacy, outreach, consultations, partnerships, and enforcement.

In June 2022, the Government of Canada made changes to the Act, including adding subsection 45(1.1) to the existing criminal conspiracy provisions. This new subsection protects competition in labour markets by prohibiting agreements between employers to fix wages and restrict job mobility. Like agreements between competitors related to price-fixing, market allocation and output restrictions, wage-fixing and no-poaching agreements undermine competition and the efficient allocation of resources. Maintaining and encouraging competition among employers results in higher wages and salaries, as well as better benefits and employment opportunities for employees.

Today we’re meeting with Majid Charania, Director of Compliance. The unit is responsible for promoting compliance with the Competition Act and today we’re going to discuss a new section of the law that prohibits wage fixing and no poaching agreements.

Wage fixing and no poaching guidance: https://ised-isde.canada.ca/site/competition-bureau-canada/en/how-we-foster-competition/education-and-outreach/enforcement-guidelines-wage-fixing-and-no-poaching-agreements

Competition Bureau complaint form: https://www.competitionbureau.gc.ca/eic/site/cb-bc.nsf/frm-eng/GH%C3%89T-7TDNA5

Competition Bureau info centre – request information : https://www.competitionbureau.gc.ca/eic/site/cb-bc.nsf/frm-eng/GH%C3%89T-7SEN3J

Bureau resources and social media:

https://twitter.com/CompBureau

https://www.facebook.com/competitionbureaucanada/

https://linktr.ee/BureauResources

 


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