It's December and it's year end in review time

Happy Holidays...it's December and that can only mean one thing...well really it means a number of things, but for us it means "Year end in Review Time". Yes it's almost as good as say Roll up the rim to win time, or opening day at a baseball game, or when the Leafs win the cup...actually, "Year end in review Time" won't take that long...but you get the idea...it's a special time of year and it's our mission to get the guests and cover topics we cover to ensure you set yourself up powerfully for 2008 and tie up all the loose ends you need too for 2007.




Garth, David, Jamie, Jennifer Hough and the team at CKDO radio, want to wish you the very best for the holidays and here's too a happy, healthy and abundant new year!


Here now is our "Year end in review Time" line-up. You better be listening...or you might miss something really good...

Enjoy!


David and Garth






Here is the line-up:

December 2nd:



Garth covers off the show this week as David is away in Ottawa and Montreal on family business...or is that monkey business? Whatever the case is...Garth's got a great show in store for you. Here are the guests and topics for December 2nd.




Jay Brennan of Sunbelt will be by to talk about selling your business. What do you need to know before you sell? How do you know how much your business is worth? What's worth versus good will? What steps do you need to take in order to sell your venture? With succession planning being so common these days, it will be important to understand how you can hand off your business to someone else and get full value for your hard work. Log onto http://www.sunbeltnetwork.com/

















Then John Currie or Chris Wiltshire will be by from Currie and Wiltshire http://www.technologymigraine.com/ to talk about managing your IT and ensuring all data is safe, secure, and running optimally at all times. You'll be able to ask questions too on this one...so call in at 905-723-1580.






We close the show with a young entrepreneur winner Razor Suleman. He was the recipient of the young entrepreneurs award handed out by the Business Developmen Bank of Canada. http://www.bdc.ca/ He will share his business idea and what it took to win the award.







December 9th: Our year end in review continues as we look at insurance, business services and tax planning.











Joel Cadesky, our insurance specialist joins us to let us know what kind of coverage we need to look at as the year closes and a new one begins? Do you have enough coverage? What happens if? Joel will answer all those questions...you can log onto http://www.dot-if.com/ to learn more about Joels company.










Then..."The Tax Man" drops by...Iain Buchanan is in to talk tax and tax planning for year end...also...there will be a drop in the GST on January 1st are you ready? Did you even know? We will discuss what this means to you and your venture on the December 9th with Iain Buchanan. Log onto http://www.libertytaxcanada.com/Asp/Office.asp?CityName=Oshawa&ProvId=ON&school to find Iain's 3 locations...



Jeff Gordon drops by to let us know what we need to know before buying a franchise...as you start the year...there are two big franchise shows in January...wanting you to come, explore and buy a franchise that fits. If this is your focus for 2008, then you want to be listening to hear what Jeff has to say about franchises before you put down some hard earned cash. Log onto http://www.theesource.com/jgordon/ to learn more.




December 16th: It's a great line-up of guests and topics so far isn't it? Our year end in review continues this week too!





The great team at the UPS Stores join us to talk shop. Did you know that Santa hired "BROWN" to help him distribute gifts and toys around the world? Wanna know what "BROWN" can do for you in your business? Try, print, ship and more for starters...log onto http://www.theupsstore.ca/ to find out more...




Then...the lovely Lesley Roper from Mom and Kid Stuff drops by to talk about some gift giving options for your clients and team. It's not too late to order a gift basket and ship it via UPS...Log onto Lesley's wonderful creations at http://www.momandkidstuff.com/



It's the holidays in case you haven't noticed...and planning that holiday "soiree" takes a little planning. Our resident party planner Jacqueline Vardon from Jacqui Oh's party planners...drops by to let us know what to keep in mind so your bash doesn't crash!



December 23rd:

It's our holiday show...with live holiday music by Janine Gwendoline Smith...then a little laughter to beat the holiday stress with Jacquie Hermans of Light'n UP! at http://www.lightenup.ca/ and then Emmanuel Lopez the Motivator Man stops by to talk about some holiday movies that will uplift the spirits and change your life log onto http://www.motivatorman.com/ and Peter Miller from Essential Communications drops in to talk about success! http://www.essentialcommunications.ca/


December 30th:

We are in and on the air live on this day...and we got that old holiday treat in store for you!


Our gifted Psychic Carolyn Molnar drops by to do a New Years business reading for you...what do the stars have in store for your business in 2008? Will 2008 be great? Carolyn will let you know...log onto http://www.carolynmolnar.com/ to learn more...then...tap into some do's and don'ts as far as your marketing messaging goes for 2008 as Michel Neray of the Essential Message will get you geared up right for the New Year! Log onto http://www.essentialmessage.com/ to learn more...

The November Sked...

The November Sked...

Hey, welcome to the show's blog...it's got our line-up for November finally. I have to admit, there is nothing like a weekend away to slow you down when it comes to updating the BLOG.

Garth and I are cooking along nicely too...and the show is going to get even better...we also have Jennifer Hough on air with us now with her weekly comment and a new sound and attitude this season.

Remember our sponsors too huh? Like Liberty Tax, Health and Harmoney, Dot Integrated, The UPS Store, FMG Solutions, A Web that works, The Canadian Hydrogen Energy Company, Essential Communications and coming soon, Greater Mind and the Business Advisory Centre Durham.

Log onto our advertisers page and let them know you're listening...http://www.smallbusinessbigideas.com/links.htm

Here is the SKED ...

November 4th: Garth Riley goes solo and interviews a bunch of guests. Jim Nicholson of the York Region Small Business Service Centre and many more...contact Garth if you want to know who he had on at garthriley@rogers.com

November 11th:

We got a great line-up today on this Rememberence Day 2007. Take a moment to remember those who fought for our freedom. Even though no war is just...our brothers, sisters, fathers, mothers, aunts and uncles fought for us and for freedom.

We have Ekua Walcott from Greater Mind www.greatermind.ca/dev on air with us to talk about life altering breakthrough sessions. Then the "Guru" of creativity David Burton will be with us to talk about creativity and how by tapping into it can rev up your business. Log onto http://www.ccthink.com/ to learn more about David's awesome message.

We also go one on one with Trey Anthony from Global TV's Da Kink in my hair. about her journey, creativity, and her no-nonsense approach about who she is and what she's all about. Log onto http://www.treyanthony.com/ to learn more about this dynamic and passionate woman.

November 18th:

Our good friend Sue Kenney drops by to talk about her latest book on the Camino...

Sue is a powerhouse speaker and will talk about leadership into today's frenetic world. Log onto http://www.suekenney.ca/ to learn more about this courageous woman with a huge heart!

Iain Buchanan will be by as well to talk about Health and Harmoney...a new way to invest. It should be a fascinating chat with our good friend Iain. Iain can be found at http://www.healthandharmoney.ca/

Plus Jeff Ward will be by to talk about what's hot for the holiday business gift! To see just for yourself log onto http://www.wardpromo.ca/

November 25th:

We're going open lines...and talking about 2 hot issues...one is buying local. WIth the dollar the way it's been buying local makes more sense now than ever before.

Then we're going to talk about the rising costs of fuel and what alternatives are out there...

Lastly, is China poisoning us? What can we do about the products we're getting from China? Week after week there is another product that's been banned from the shelves due to inherent health risks...it should be a very spirited show.

The October Launch!

Hi and welcome to the updated blog...picked a new look and design...with some new colours...

We did this to coincide with the launch of the new 5th season of the Small Business Big Ideas Show.

I started the show part time 5 years ago on August 17th and at that time if you had asked me if I would last this long, I probably would have replied, "I don't know if I would last one week"!!!

But here we are...5 years later...going into our 5th full season and our 6th year!

We are also doing things a little differently this year. This year we are bringing on a co-host. Garth Riley from Chex TV 12 in Durham joins the team. Also...Jennifer Hough will soon be a contributor on the show...with a "Live your best life" commentary.

The goal is to keep the show fresh, fun, informative and exciting as we go into the new season. You deserve it.

We will be a little more controversial at times, with Garth coming on board and we will definitely be more fun too!

Our guests will be top notch and the flavour of the show will still focus on Durham region...it's where you live, work and do business.

I hope you enjoy the October line-up of shows and guests...it's an exciting month and it's SMALL BUSINESS MONTH in Canada, as well.

It's a time to celebrate us! And you can do this at several events....

One is on October 9th at the Toronto Marriott Hotel... log onto http://www.torontobusinessforum.ca/ to learn about this Small Business event.

Then, on the 16th of October it's the SOHO event at the Metro Convention Centre with keynote speaker Loretta Laroche. She was on the show on the 23rd of September and I guarantee she is a great speaker! Log onto http://www.soho.ca/ to learn more about that event...and then lastly, the Business Advisory Centre Durham is hosting Bridges to Better Business on October 24th - log onto http://www.bacd.ca/ to learn more about that event.

So get out and celebrate yourselves. It takes a lot to be in business and sometimes you just have to jump up and say..."I rock"! Because you do!

Here is our unbelievable show line-up for October...it's amazing...

October 7th :

Kick back on the long Thanksgiving weekend with author and Small Business expert... Michael Gerber.

We will have author of the small business bible the E-myth, on air with us as we get into discussion about the idea of why Most Small Businesses fail and what we can do about it. Are you poised for growth...are you building a business that can last? It should be a spirited discussion with one of North America's small business guru's. We'll also connect with Sandra Cousins about Toastmasters

Plus we'll give thanks for the good things we have in our lives.

October 14th: Murray Smith of One Coach.

Murray Smith has built more than a dozen of his own businesses and helped hundreds of other business owners increase revenues, profits and value. He has succeeded at corporate turnaround work and launched start-ups in the hospitality, retail, media, consumer products, technology, training, energy, e-commerce, software and entertainment industries. Smith bought the Indian Motorcycle trademark from bankruptcy and built the second-largest motorcycle company in the United States, with sales exceeding $75 million in the first year and a value of $300 million. He lives in Toronto and spearheads the ONE COACH company with John Assaraf from the "SECRET". It should be a fascinating conversation as we celebrate SMALL BUSINESS MONTH IN STYLE. Log onto http://www.onecoach.com/ to learn more about how this organization is powering up small business owners in a whole new way.

Plus Carol Ann Walker will be by to preview the Bridges to Better Business event the 24th of October. Log onto http://www.bacd.ca/ to register for this Durham business event.

Also Wenda Abel will preview http://www.brilliantonline.ca/ - a new online magazine for women in business across Canada!

October 21st: Catch two of Canada's rising small business stars. Duncan MacPherson and David Miller - authors of the book Breakthrough Business Development, are our guests this week.

Garth and I are going to go head to head with David and Duncan and we will preview some award winning ways to develop and grow your account base and business. Get set to take your business to the next level...are you ready?

Plus our good friend Karla Idems of Meridian Credit Union's mortgage department is putting together a new networking group in Durham that you might want to tap into.

October 28th: It doesn't get better than this...on October 28th, we have 2 powerhouse guests in their own right. Sean Wise and Jack Mitchell...

Our first guest is Jack Mitchell. Jack built the reputation of 3 of North America's top clothing stores on the "Hug your customer philosophy". When was the last time your retail or customer service experience felt like you just got a hug? Jack will let you in on the last area that small business can not only compete, but trump the big boys/girls in big business...and that's in offering stupendous customer service...you and I can do this and Jack will show us how...

ALSO...we have a word from the Wise too...

Then in the back half of the show...Sean Wise...Canada's own Dragon slayer...and aide to CBC TV's The Dragon Den and Canada's top expert when it comes to finding Venture Capital will preview the secrets to finding capital and his new book WISE WORDS-Lessons in Entrepreneurship and Venture Capital.

I wasn't kidding was I? October is a massive month...great guests each week with some really great ways to take your business to the next level.

October is a big month...I hope you can tune it in...we are just thrilled with the show and jazzed up about launching a new season!

All the best!

David Cohen and Garth Riley

The September Line-up

September on the Small Business Big Ideas Show...




This month we've put together a good cross section of guests. From experts, to authors, to local business hero's here in Durham. Topics vary too...where we look at success, woman's issues, marketing, youth entrepreneurship, humour, leadership, internet marketing and many more ideas and topics will be discussed each week as we end our 4th season and get set to begin a new 5th full Season and are 6th year...It's been 5 years since we went to air as of August 17th, 2002 and you have my commitment that the Small Business Big Ideas Show will continue to deliver good radio programming that helps you in your small business. We'll be clever, fun, informative and give you the guidance you need along your journey. Make us your home, let others know to listen in...we are radio with a difference! The Small Business Big Ideas Show... http://www.smallbusinessbigideas.com/





THE SEPTEMBER LINE-UP:





September 2nd:

It's all about learning...as the school year approaches we will look at the importance of learning. Join us as we talk to Ross Andaloro...as we examine the idea of managing through turbulent times...and staying on purpose...Ross is a transformational counselor with roots in shamanism. He works with individuals to break free from the patterns of self-sabotage and the shadow side of one's personality and allows one to really begin to live their true lives steeped in joy and creativity. Ross is a repeat guest and can be found online at http://www.sourcequest.ca/



Then we will chat with Daneal Charney of Leadership reframed to talk about what women in business go through when it's time to send "Johnny" back to school...http://www.leadershipreframed.com/, plus we will tap into a weekend learning retreat for women in business that Daneal has lined up...




Finally, Barbara Frank joins us to talk about a learning tool that's fun, creative and visual...Business Buffet will help you learn the in's and out's of running your small business.





September 9th:





Sue Sutcliffe of A Web that works is by to talk about some e-commerce and web marketing concepts...are you blogging, podcasting or doing tele-classes on the web? Why not? It's a potentially potent way to reach your market place... http://www.awebthatworks.com/





We will also chat with Nicola Windrem of Pressprint about what goes into good printing...what are some do's and don't's? You can log onto http://www.pressprint.com/ to find out about the outstanding service you get at Press Print...you will be impressed...





Then we will talk to Nicole Maloney of the Business Advisory Centre Durham about this years Summer Company. Summer company has helped about a dozen students build their own businesses this year and we will talk to Katie Flynn one of the business owners that graduated with top marks in setting up her "Summer Company". Log onto http://www.bacd.ca/ to learn more.





September 16th:
















Just for Laughs on CBC and the Comedy Network, Airborne Entertainment and the book "I almost killed George Burns", are just some of the zany, creative businesses and concepts Andy Nulman has come up with...he'll join us from a gym somewhere in Montreal to talk about creativity, facing failure, creating a vision, living in tomorrow...and maybe if time permits how he almost killed George Burns...he's not your "normal" guest that's for sure...to learn more log onto http://www.howtodotheimpossible.com/.










Then we will find out about Jobs2000 and what they do to provide highly trained and motivated employees to companies in the region. Donna Arnold is our guest and manager of this cutting edge job re-training program in Durham.






We will also chat with the team from the Ajax Economic Development Office about some upcoming initiatives they have planned for Ajax area businesses... http://www.townofajax.com/ listen for Alison Sheppard and Luisa Da Rocha from the Economic Developmen Office as they drop by to get us caught up.









September 23rd:






We are thrilled to have Loretta Laroche http://www.lorettalaroche.com/ join us. Loretta is an international stress management and humor consultant whose wit, and irreverent humor, has, for over 30 years raised the humor potential in all of us. She is on the Mass General advisory council for anxiety and depression and was recently awarded the National Humor Treasure Award. Loretta writes a weekly newspaper column called, 'Get a Life'…She is a contributing writer for Diane Magazine (Rodale Press)... She is also featured as a stress management expert on http://www.lluminari.com/, a community wellness website, and http://www.eons.com/, a website celebrating life on the flipside of age 50.


Loretta is founder and president of The Humor Potential, Inc, a company offering programs and products for life style management. Her special brand of optimistic psychology has an incontestable positive effect on the health of all that are exposed to her. Organizations worldwide use Loretta's prescription for laughter to manage stress in the workplace and improve morale. She will be speaking at this years SOHO event at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Log onto http://www.soho.ca/ to learn more...about their Small Business Conference on October 16th...












We will also speak with Joanne Modugno of Visa Canada http://www.visa.ca/ to find out what's in store at Visa. They have a fantastic learning website with tools and tips for small business and we will learn how having a Visa for business card gets you points, saves you money and helps you streamline your business expenses...and much more...







September 30th:

We end the season with a chat about Leadership with Cy Charney...author, business expert and lecturer at some of Canada's leading universities...Cy and I will connect about what is demanded from Canada's business leaders as we want to remain competitive and poised for growth into tomorrow.


We will then chat with Jeff Ward of Ward Promotional Products about what's hot and not in promotional products...those mugs you have at home with a logo on it are some of the most valuable marketing tools you can lay your hands on...we will find out why with Jeff Ward. Log onto http://www.wardpromotions.ca/ to learn more...about what Jeff has in store for you business.

The August Line-up...Summer Reading Month

August is Summer Reading Month...read outside the box!

August 5th:

We kick off summer reading month with Holly Berkley author of Marketing in the New Media...Holly is one of the many business authors that Self-Counsel Press has on their roster. Self-Counsel Press supplies books and forms that matter to small business. Log onto http://www.self-counsel.com/ and see what books might help your venture out. Also to learn more about Holly log onto http://www.berkweb.com/

We will also feature Robert Winslow of the 4th Line Theatre Company in Millbrook... http://www.4thlinetheatre.on.ca/ and also Business Coach Peter Forint of Wardell Professional Systems to help get us back on track!

August 12th:

We speak to Denise Marek of Chex TV and a wonderful, energetic talented woman who speaks from the heart about her new book "CALM" taking the worry out of life. Denise will chat with us about the steps you can take to calm fear and overcome worry. Log onto http://www.denisemarek.com/ to learn more...also Cindy Preville and Sonya Algar join us in a Triad...what's a triad? Tune in and find out how this can help you in your business...keep on track!

August 19th:

Our summer reading month continues as we connect to Danish Ahmed...Mr. Connected...about love, business, goal setting, success and relationships...Danish is a dynamic young man and has wonderful words of wisdom to inspire and engage! Log onto http://www.ordinarywords.com/ to learn more about Danish...Garth Riley plays host on this one...as I take a break for the week!

August 26th:

Our good friend Michel Neray is back from the woods and a summer holiday...but will be in fine form to help us ditch our pitch...craft better marketing messages, increase business and do it with flair and finesse! Michel is a ton of fun and will round out Summer Reading month...log onto www.essentialmessage.com to learn about Michel's products, e-books, courses, training sessions and tele-seminars...Plus Iain Buchanan of Liberty Tax in Oshawa and Whitby...or as we call him "the tax man" or our tax guru talks about "Tax Shelters" have you got yours yet? It may save you thousands of tax dollars...log onto http://www.iainbuchanan.com/ to learn more...Barbara Frank drops by and she'll talk about a video series that can help anyone in pre-start-up!

The June Line-up

JUNE IS HOT ON THE SMALL BUSINESS BIG IDEAS SHOW...

HERE IS THE STARTING LINE-UP:

JUNE 3RD:

Lissa Bergin-Boles (www.soulfullfilled.com) pinch hits...as she will chat with Stuart Knight of the the new play called SHIFT www.stuartknight.com and then she will connect with Dr. Lisa Janelle about cracking the code to having an unbelievable rest of the year!

JUNE 10th:

Michael Hepworth will talk marketing...call in on this one...then Sue and Debbie will preview the upcoming Lets Do Lunch event and Sue Benedet will talk about a new voice for Clarington...a magazine called, "Life in Clarington".

JUNE 17th:

It's our annual fathers day show and we check in with our resident insurance guy...Joel Cadesky of Dot Benefits Insurance www.dotben.com and then we go one on one with image consultant Neal Pedder and we will talk football...thats what guys do...as Keith Pelley the VP of the Toronto Argonauts will preview the upcoming 2007 season...

JUNE 24th:

We are going to talk to stress buster...and spa owner...Gina Aivalis from www.cgspa.ca

about beating stress...and then our resident psychic Carolyn Molnar will be in for your summer business reading...what do the stars have in store for you for 2007?

Plus we have our fantastic prize pack too!

We have a prize from the good people at Shop Factory as they give out an e-commerce starter kit from e shop set up dot ca…

A gift pack from Susan Shanks at TPI travel, book for the business networking cruise log onto...http://www.tpiworldwide.com/pic_library/news_files/1812.pdf...to learn more...

A gift certificate to CG Spa for a facial and massage…dad will love that…you can log onto www.cgspa.ca to learn more about this oasis in downtown toronto…

Plus free web hosting from the lovely Sue Sutcliffe at a web that works…

A free networking session from the Durham Home and Small Business Association…

AND SCRUMPTIOUS HEALTHY lunch from the Pita Pit on brock st. in whitby…

WAIT …YOU ALSO GET TICKETS TO SEE THE UPCOMING at the remarkable 4th line theatre in Millbrook Ontario…set on the phenomenal Winslow Farm…you can see a play of your choice this summer at the Winslow farm…and the 4th line theate company…log onto www.4thlinetheatre.on.ca to learn more…

Super offer for small businesses

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Spring for success

Grand & Toy contest provides big tools for small businesses

Toronto, ON. May 8, 2007 – Entrepreneurs are constantly looking for ways to make their businesses more successful. From marketing to accounting, each aspect of running a small business is equally important. So too are the technological tools that will provide the small business owner the keys to success. That’s why Grand & Toy has launched a new contest giving these businesses a chance to win a premium technology package. Running between May 7th and June 3rd, contestants will have the opportunity to win a technology office upgrade valued at $5000 CDN. By springing into action, Grand & Toy will add the necessary tools to your technology toolbox that will add to your small business success.

“Having the right technology tools is key to a company’s efficiency,” says Lisa Xavier, Senior Director for Small Business Programs, Grand & Toy. “Small businesses especially need to have the most up-to-date technology in order to compete with bigger organizations,” continues Xavier. “By providing small business owners with a variety of opportunities to win a technology upgrade package, we are helping to level this very competitive playing field.”
Included in this technology package will be a Lenovo Think Pad R60, an NEC NP40 Mobile Projector and Microsoft’s Small Business Office 2007 package, among other items. In addition to this grand prize, Grand & Toy will also provide twenty daily prizes of a Lenovo ThinkPad R60, valued at $1200 CDN.

By logging on to www.grandandtoy.com/win, small business owners and employees can submit an entry to win the grand prize or a number of daily prizes. The grand prize consists of the following:

NEC NP40 Mobile Projector, approximate retail value $1520
Lenovo ThinkPad R60, approximate retail value $1200
Brother 5-in-1 Colour Multi-Functional Machine, approximate retail value $730
Microsoft Small Business Office 2007, approximate retail value $597
Fujitsu Scan Snap 5500, approximate retail value $595
Targus Computer Bag TCR-001-CA, approximate retail value $147
D-Link Wireless Print Server DPR-1260-0, approximate retail value $130
D-Link Wireless Router WBR-2310-0, approximate retail value $100

This latest contest is one of many continuing supports that Grand & Toy is offering the small business owner. In addition to providing the tools for success, the company also provides web creation and hosting services for the enterprising businessperson. As well, Grand & Toy has recently facilitated a number of small business seminars by industry experts that have occurred across the country. These events and this contest underscore the company’s ongoing commitment to the success of the Canadian small business owner. For more information, visit www.grandandtoy.com.

“Having the right technology is one way that a company can increase its functionality and efficiency,” says Xavier. “With the right tools, tricks of the trade and a little help from Grand & Toy, small businesses will be able to obtain greater profitability.”

About Grand & Toy: Founded in 1882, Grand & Toy has evolved from Canada’s leading supplier of office products to the nation’s number one source for complete business solutions. From office supplies, interiors, technology and business imaging, to a host of essential services, Grand & Toy is enhancing office performance by providing the tools and solutions needed to stay competitive in today’s fast-paced marketplace. Offering more than 10,000 products available through an award-winning web site, detailed catalogue and over 40 retail locations across Canada, Grand & Toy offers the resources, experience and insight to help Canadian businesses realize their full potential. For more information visit www.grandandtoy.com.

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For more information, please contact:
Samantha Kemp-Jackson/Diane Medeiros APEX Public Relations 416-924-4442 ext. 248/234 sjackson@apexpr.com

Marvellous May

May is looking marvellous on the Small Business Big Ideas Show...

Our prize pack is back, our shows are fully loaded and you can listen in online at http://www.ckdo.ca or by tuning into 1580 AM or at 107.7FM. As preview our May Line-up, I also want to thank you for listening in. The spring BBM ratings came out in April and CKDO was up substantially since last fall, and the Small Business Big Ideas Show grew too, with 30% rise in audience. We are getting out there and I thank you for listening in and letting others know too!

Here is your May Line-up:

May 6:

Join guest and author Lin Grensing-Pophal as she joins us on the small business big ideas show to see what it take to motivate employees in this day and age. Lin will discuss how to keep pique the interest of your people so they will perform to their optimum levels longer. Then...our resident local business and government expert Garth Riley www.garthriley.com will talk about what's going on locally in government and in business and then in the latter half of our chat we will talk about face reading on the radio, oh yes...both Garth and I have a face for radio...tune and you'll know exactly what we mean.

May 13th:

I am woman...here me roar. Well maybe not roar, but on this Mothers Day we will speak to 3 women about life, business and how women are breaking new ground. Our guests this week will be Renee from BPW Durham will be in to preview what this networking organization is all about...Business Professional Woman is an international organization with a chapter here in Durham region...log onto

http://www.bpwontario.org/c-durham.html#event to see what's up with BPW Durham. Then Martina Ernst will be in to talk about WoBuilt...an organization that promotes women working and running businesses in the trades...women are continuing to break new ground in business and this is just one example...we cap the day with inspirational leader, speaker and author Cheryl Parker as we talk about her new book a Journey to Greatness...log onto www.cherylsmopsanddusters.com to learn more about this fantastic woman.

May 20th...

It's a long weekend so why not have a little fun a little information and a little inspiration...join us we connect with Antoine El-Hashem, Christine Chown and Christine Ward talk about a new venture that will help boost your business venture...it's a joint venture that's sure to rock the joint... www.inspiredcreative.ca/b-inspired/

Then...talking about joint ventures what does a bed and breakfast, restaurant and an outdoor theatre have in common? It's all a part of fantastic weekend get-away package in Millbrook. We will speak to playwright and director of the 4thline Theatre company in Millbrook. Robert Winslow will share his success formula with us. Check out the theatre for yourself, it's a fantastic experience, http://www.4thlinetheatre.on.ca/

We cap the day with Susan Shanks from Travel Professionals International as we preview the first annual business networking cruise next January. This is one trip you want to book...you can do business on board a Royal Caribbean Cruise line ship and set sail from Tampa Bay next January to Costa Maya and Belize City...and you get to write this trip off as a tax deduction too! Check out http://www.tpiworldwide.com/funtrips/ and look at the Set Sail for Success Package...it's going to be an awesome event...and you get a little sun in the winter next January too!

May 27th:

Robert Steinbach talks to us about managing the work flow. We all know we get bogged down in process and operational issues...so how can we navigate through it more effectively? Tune in and find out...or log onto www.robertsteinbach.com

Then...Stuart Knight is heading up a new play called SHIFT...it promises to be a great night out...we will preview the play and this month on the prize pack you can win a pair of tickets to the show! Check out Stuarts web site to order tickets yourself!

http://www.stuartknight.com/.