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Month: August 2018

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New blood

August 11, 2018 Jeff Foley

If only every organization could bring in a new member every few weeks. The energy and enthusiasm brought by a new hire, early in his or her career, who's just happy to be there and excited to contribute, could power a small city.  "Eat this brick," you could say, and the new hire would go… Continue reading New blood

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The Day Back

August 6, 2018 Jeff Foley

At some point on vacation, it can hit you.  No matter how much fun you're having.  No matter how relaxed you are.  No matter how far the rest of the world has melted away. At some point you're ready to go back. You want to sleep in your own bed.  To have your shower, your… Continue reading The Day Back

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Out of his comfort zone

August 2, 2018August 2, 2018 Jeff Foley

It's rewarding to see your child's mind expand when exposing them to new cultural experiences. We had just finished a first half day in Quebec City. You get everything, as my older son said: mountains, water, castles and walls, history, cannons, street performers, ice cream... So we asked our younger son as we tucked him… Continue reading Out of his comfort zone

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