DEIRDRE TSHIEN | WHAT'S YOUR REMARKABILITY? AN ENTREPRENEUR'S PLAYBOOK

What would you do if you discovered your 2IC had stolen hundreds of thousands of dollars from your company? Deirdre Tshien became a serial entrepreneur. She’s the Co-Founder and CEO of Capsho which helps us each find our own remarkability and attract our ideal customers. She’s also an author, key speaker at an upcoming summit and offers a free web class. How can you get leads and sales? What's Your Remarkability?


 
 

 
 

What would you do if you discovered your 2IC had stolen hundreds of thousands of dollars from your company? Deirdre Tshien became a serial entrepreneur. She’s the Co-Founder and CEO of Capsho which helps us each find our own remarkability and attract our ideal customers. She’s also an author, key speaker at an upcoming summit and offers a free web class. How can you get leads and sales as a business owner?

https://capsho.com/

 


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DEBORAH BRANDON: I'VE HAD THREE BRAIN SURGERIES AND I LIKE MYSELF BETTER NOW

Deborah (Deb) Brandon, Ph.D., is a professor in the Mathematical Sciences Department at Carnegie Mellon University. She is a mother, a writer, and a respected textile artist. Deb is also a brain injury survivor. She has raised awareness of and improve understanding about brain injury through presentations to university and general audiences. She is an award-winning author of two books: But My Brain Had Other Ideas: A Memoir of Recovery from Brain Injury and Threads Around the World: From Arabian Weaving to Batik in Zimbabwe. She also blogs about her life with brain injury and her love of textiles.


 
 

 
 

Deborah (Deb) Brandon, Ph.D., is a professor in the Mathematical Sciences Department at Carnegie Mellon University. She is a mother, a writer, and a respected textile artist. Deb is also a brain injury survivor. She has raised awareness of and improve understanding about brain injury through presentations to university and general audiences. She is an award winning author of two books: But My Brain Had Other Ideas: A Memoir of Recovery from Brain Injury and Threads Around the World: From Arabian Weaving to Batik in Zimbabwe. She also blogs about her life with brain injury and her love of textiles.

debbrandon.com

 


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DR. LISA PORTER: HOW CANCER WORKS AND THE IMPACT OF RESEARCH

Dr. Lisa Porter is one of Canada's top research scientists. She is now the Executive Director of WE-Spark Health Institute and the Scientific Director of the Windsor Cancer Research Group. Dr. Porter shares her insights on cancer research, funding and helps us understand how cancer happens in our bodies. Dr. Porter is a role model for young women interested in Science, Engineering and Technology and also shares opportunities for students.


 
 

 
 

Dr. Lisa Porter is one of Canada's top research scientists. She is now the Executive Director of WE-Spark Health Institute and the Scientific Director of the Windsor Cancer Research Group. Dr. Porter shares her insights on cancer research, funding and helps us understand how cancer happens in our bodies. Dr. Porter is a role model for young women interested in Science, Engineering and Technology and also shares opportunities for students.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T0pqhleO32Q&t=8s

http://porterlab.com/

https://www.wesparkhealth.com/

 


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ANNA PENENBERG: SAVING MY DAUGHTER'S LIFE

Anna Penenberg is the author of “Dancing in the Narrows” and brilliantly chronicles a multiyear journey after, at age sixteen, Anna’s youngest daughter, was struck with a mysterious debilitating condition. In excruciating pain, Dana became completely dependent on her mother.


 
 

 
 

Anna Penenberg is the author of “Dancing in the Narrows” and brilliantly chronicles a multiyear journey after, at age sixteen, Anna’s youngest daughter, was struck with a mysterious debilitating condition. In excruciating pain, Dana became completely dependent on her mother.

Desperate to find a diagnosis and later a cure, Anna and her daughter were thrust into the medical world and far beyond. Full of adventure, humour and blind faith, Anna tells her inspiring story of self-discovery as a single mother fighting to save the life of her child.

https://annapenenberg.com

 


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JESSICA SANTONATO: THANK YOU FOR TRYING TO KILL ME

Jessica Santonato’s story is raw, unfiltered and vivid as she shares terrifying experiences such as domestic abuse, rape and attempted murder she experienced while living a criminal lifestyle. She is a TED X speaker, an award-winning author who is inspiring courage after her journey to overcome adversity and discover the gift in her pain.


 
 

 
 

Jessica Santonato’s story is raw, unfiltered and vivid as she shares terrifying experiences such as domestic abuse, rape and attempted murder she experienced while living a criminal lifestyle. She is a TED X speaker, an award-winning author who is inspiring courage after her journey to overcome adversity and discover the gift in her pain.

www.jessicasantonato.com

 


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SHERYL PLOUFFE: HOW TO MAKE VIDEO MARKETING WORK FOR YOUR BUSINESS

Sheryl Plouffe is an entrepreneur, international speaker, and former Canadian TV broadcaster. She has been seen by millions over the course of her 25-year career in news media. Today, Sheryl helps other entrepreneurs and business professionals increase their authority – and their income – with video. She does this through her signature online and in-person events and she is widely known for doing away with word-for-word scripts and complicated tech in favour of simple-yet-strategic storytelling techniques. When she’s not working, she’s a hockey and baseball mom and an avid Prince fan. Sheryl lives and works in Ontario, Canada.


 
 

 
 

Sheryl Plouffe is an entrepreneur, international speaker, and former Canadian TV broadcaster. She has been seen by millions over the course of her 25-year career in news media. Today, Sheryl helps other entrepreneurs and business professionals increase their authority – and their income – with video. She does this through her signature online and in-person events and she is widely known for doing away with word-for-word scripts and complicated tech in favor of simple-yet-strategic storytelling techniques. When she’s not working, she’s a hockey and baseball mom and an avid Prince fan. Sheryl lives and works in Ontario, Canada.



sheryl-plouffe.mykajabi.com
www.facebook.com/groups/7dayvideo

 


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MELISSA MCCORMICK: HELPING SEXUAL ASSAULT VICTIMS FIND YOUR VOICE

Melissa McCormick is the author of the Canadian bestselling book, “The Queen’s Daughter” which is a true story of the worst and most highly publicized case of sexual assault in Detroit history. Melissa is an expert on sexual assault and the aftermath, and served on the board of directors of the Windsor and Essex County Sexual Assault Crisis Center for nine years, holding the position of President from 2005-2008. The highly anticipated sequel to “The Queen’s Daughter” called “Thick Skin” which focuses on the aftermath of trauma including topics such as PTSD, depression, forgiveness, relationship with God and more, was released in 2014.


 
 

 
 

Melissa McCormick is the author of the Canadian bestselling book, “The Queen’s Daughter” which is a true story of the worst and most highly publicized case of sexual assault in Detroit history.  Melissa is an expert on sexual assault and the aftermath, and served on the board of directors of the Windsor and Essex County Sexual Assault Crisis Center for nine years, holding the position of President from 2005-2008.  The highly anticipated sequel to “The Queen’s Daughter” called “Thick Skin” which focuses on the aftermath of trauma including topics such as PTSD, depression, forgiveness, relationship with God and more, was released in 2014.

She is also a past president of the Women’s Economic Forum and is the 2009 recipient of the Athena Leadership Award presented by the Windsor and District Chamber of Commerce In 2015 Melissa was awarded an Honorary Doctorate Degree from the University of Windsor and was invited to speak to over a thousand graduates during the commencement ceremony.

Melissa runs her own non-profit agency called the Queen’s Daughter “Cause” to help sexual assault victims move forward in their lives. And, she continues her mission to stand up and speak out on behalf of victims of sexual assault and domestic violence who do not yet have the courage to do so for themselves. 

www.queensdaughter.com

 


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LINDA COUSINEAU: IT'S TIME TO PIVOT! TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR LIFE AND BUSINESS

Linda P. Cousineau is a bilingual Entrepreneur, Award-winning Speaker, Trainer, Coach and Best-Selling Co-Author. Linda loves to work with Leaders, Business Owners, Entrepreneurs and Teams, empowering them to increase communication, collaboration, productivity, efficiency and profit. She is passionate about environmental values (personal preferences), which dictate how people operate within their environment. Environmental values guide the way people see, experience and respond to the world around them (personally or professionally). Most people are not aware of their environmental values and how they can undermine their ability to be successful.


 
 

 
 

Linda P. Cousineau is a bilingual Entrepreneur, Award-winning Speaker, Trainer, Coach and Best-Selling Co-Author. Linda loves to work with Leaders, Business Owners, Entrepreneurs and Teams, empowering them to increase communication, collaboration, productivity, efficiency and profit. She is passionate about environmental values (personal preferences) which dictate how people operate within their environment. Environmental values guide the way people see, experience and respond to the world around them (personally or professionally). Most people are not aware of their environmental values and how they can undermine their ability to be successful. 

Linda is the Founder of LPC and Associates Inc. She has extensive consulting, coaching and training experience with clients around the globe.  Prior to discovering the world of training and coaching, Linda held leadership positions in both the private and public sectors. 

Linda is offering a free training session on Friday, May 29th. Details are on the eventbrite link.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/your-environmental-values-impact-your-success-tickets-105293934994

 


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KAREN METCALFE: THE POWER OF MEDICAL RESEARCH AND A LIFE'S COMMITMENT TO ADVOCACY

Karen Metcalfe is the Assistant Director of WE-Spark Health Institute, "designed to take health care to the next level through research" where four key organizations have come together in partnership. She shares some of the work currently being done by the Institute specific to Covid-19 and the power of collaboration that this organization brings to the community and beyond.


 
 

 
 

Karen Metcalfe is the Assistant Director of WE-Spark Health Institute, "designed to take health care to the next level through research" where four key organizations have come together in partnership. She shares some of the work currently being done by the Institute specific to Covid-19 and the power of collaboration that this organization brings to the community and beyond.

Karen shares her personal experience as a mother whose child was diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. This was the catalyst that lead her to become passionate about the importance of research and the advocate she is today, not only with WE-Spark Health Institute, but in her role as a leader and vocal volunteer with the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada.

www.braintumour.ca
www.wesparkhealth.com

 


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MITCHELL EARL: UNLEASH YOUR POTENTIAL. NO DEGREE REQUIRED

Mitchell is COO of Discover Praxis – a startup bootcamp and job placement program for entrepreneurial young professionals who want more than college. He's the author of Don’t Do Stuff You Hate, and frequently writes about how to navigate life and careers. He's radical about creating a better future and helping others do the same. Follow him on Twitter for more: @mitchell_earl


 
 

 
 

Mitchell is COO of Discover Praxis – a startup bootcamp and job placement program for entrepreneurial young professionals who want more than college. He's the author of Don’t Do Stuff You Hate, and frequently writes about how to navigate life and careers. He's radical about creating a better future and helping others do the same. Follow him on Twitter for more: @mitchell_earl


discoverpraxis.com

 


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MELISSA LYONS: FINDING HOPE AND HEALING AFTER GRIEF AND LOSS

Best-selling author and life coach, Melissa Lyons, is passionate about helping people find hope and healing after loss. Raw and relatable, Melissa uses her own vulnerability, heartbreaking experiences and humility, to reach and connect with people, of all ages, in deep and meaningful ways. Her personal journey, which includes decades of entrepreneurial and corporate business experience, inspired her to ask important questions about life purpose and the search for more meaning and fulfillment.


 
 

 
 

Best-selling author and life coach, Melissa Lyons, is passionate about helping people find hope and healing after loss. Raw and relatable, Melissa uses her own vulnerability, heartbreaking experiences and humility, to reach and connect with people, of all ages, in deep and meaningful ways. Her personal journey, which includes decades of entrepreneurial and corporate business experience, inspired her to ask important questions about life purpose and the search for more meaning and fulfillment. 

Melissa is a master at helping people uncover their limiting beliefs and recurring patterns, giving them the opportunity to reveal and rediscover their purpose – their ‘Why’ and in doing so, they are reminded of their potential and possibilities. Her heartwarming and profound books have helped thousands embrace fresh perspectives during times of struggle and devastating grief or loss.

https://www.melissa-lyons.com

 


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STACEY JONES: OUR SHARED RESPONSIBILITY IN SERVICE TO OTHERS

Stacey Jones, through her drive, commitment, partnerships and passion, chartered the Kingsville Southshore Rotary Club (in Essex County, Ontario) in the winter of 2019. Stacey's leadership opened the doors to young, working professionals and children, who will now move through a life of service. Rotary clubs come in many forms, supporting six many causes internationally and countless projects in local districts.


 
 

 
 

Stacey Jones, through her drive, commitment, partnerships and passion, chartered the Kingsville Southshore Rotary Club (in Essex County, Ontario) in the winter of 2019. Stacey's leadership opened the doors to young, working professionals and children, who will now move through a life of service. Rotary clubs come in many forms, supporting six many causes internationally and countless projects in local districts.

www.facebook.com/kingsvillesouthshore/

 

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STEVE LOWELL: MOVING FROM BEING OBSCURE TO HAVING SUCCESS, INFLUENCE, IMPACT AND WEALTH

Steve Lowell is the past President of the Canadian Speakers Association and the current Vice President of the Global Speakers Federation. Steve will become President in 2021, speaking and performing on the live stage for over 50 years. For over 30 years Steve Lowell has been training and mentoring executives, thought leaders and professional speakers around the world. He is the author of, "Deep Thought Strategy", helping countless people go from being obscure to having success, influence, impact and wealth. Steve is one of fewer than 12% of the world's professional speakers to hold the Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation: the highest designation in professional speaker.


 
 

 
 

Steve Lowell is the past President of the Canadian Speakers Association and the current Vice President of the Global Speakers Federation. Steve will become President in 2021, speaking and performing on the live stage for over 50 years.  For over 30 years Steve Lowell has been training and mentoring executives, thought leaders and professional speakers around the world. He is the author of, "Deep Thought Strategy", helping countless people go from being obscure to having success, influence, impact and wealth. Steve is one of fewer than 12% of the world's professional speakers to hold the Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation: the highest designation in professional speaker. 

https://www.stevelowell.com/

 

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JEN HEWSON: CANADIAN WOMEN HEALING OUR WORLD

Jen is the founder of the community organization, "Canadian Women Healing the World". She is an inspirational speaker, author and intuitive counsellor. In the midst of the COVID-19 Virus, her mission says it all: to connect people from around our world, and inspire them to help one another to grow into healthy, vibrant citizens. "Let's find our spark". Join us on a journey of healing with Jen.


 
 

 
 

Jen is the founder of the community organization, "Canadian Women Healing the World". She is an inspirational speaker, author and intuitive counsellor. In the midst of the COVID-19 Virus, her mission says it all: to connect people from around our world, and inspire them to help one another to grow into healthy, vibrant citizens. "Let's find our spark". Join us on a journey of healing with Jen.

https://www.cwhow.ca

 


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MARGARET BOERSMA: ENABLING BOTH STUDENTS AND TEACHERS TO THRIVE

Margaret Boersma, of Ontario, coaches and supports educators in using cutting edge brain research to teach us Social Emotional Learning (SEL). Creative Education in Action helps children from the age of 4 to adults. Teachers transform student relationships to learning through inquiry, discover and play. You CAN have more joy, experience more passion and achieve top-notch, fulfilling success.


 
 

 
 

Margaret Boersma, of Ontario, coaches and supports educators in using cutting edge brain research to teach us Social Emotional Learning (SEL). Creative Education in Action helps children from the age of 4 to adults. Teachers transform student relationships to learning through inquiry, discover and play. You CAN have more joy, experience more passion and achieve top-notch, fulfilling success. 

https://www.margaretboersma.com/   

 


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AMIE ELIAS: HOW TO OPEN OUR DOORS TO HEALING

Have you experienced trauma? Amie Elias left a 20-year career to open “Doors to Healing”, operating out of the Stone House, a lakefront wellness retreat privately tucked along Lake Erie. She provides Traumatic Incident Reduction (TIR) and Life Stress Reduction (LSR) services. Amie also runs one-on-one addiction programs and Mindfulness & Meditation workshops. That’s just a drop in the bucket! She shares much more in this podcast interview. Will you open the door to your own healing?


 
 

 
 

Have you experienced trauma? Amie Elias left a 20-year career to open “Doors to Healing”, operating out of the Stone House, a lakefront wellness retreat privately tucked along Lake Erie. She provides Traumatic Incident Reduction (TIR) and Life Stress Reduction (LSR) services. Amie also runs one-on-one addiction programs and Mindfulness & Meditation workshops. That’s just a drop in the bucket! She shares much more in this podcast interview. Will you open the door to your own healing? 

https://www.doorstohealing.com/

 


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