Can you go back in time to Kindergarten? Can you go there in your mind and remember any significant moments about it? I actually do have some doozies! My first memory being a thought at recess as I looked down at a pile of pebbles and thought, “Why am I wasting my time here at… Read more »
Posts By: Monica Graves
Before you click to amazon.ca . . .
When we think about “shop local” we often think about attending the local craft show, getting our produce from the farmer’s market, purchasing a new outfit from that cute little boutique where the owner knows us by name. The experiences we have when we support local businesses are gratifying not only for
How Sam the Plumber Stopped my Waterworks
A couple of weeks ago, on a Tuesday afternoon, I received a direct message on Instagram and here’s what it said: “Hi Monica, it’s
How I Became Friends with My Mom
I love spending time with my Mom. I love taking her on the road with me, traveling together, cottage weekends, shopping together, working together and enjoying meals with a nice glass of wine together. Was it always this way? Ummmm no! Many of my
All it takes is a simple introduction . . .
“Is there anything better than watching a woman succeed?” These are the words of my friend Mindy Tweedle. I met Mindy a few years ago. She runs her own Video Production Company. She helps businesses to tell their story. Mindy also provides media training – just one of her many offerings. I went to Mindy… Read more »
The Glory Days
This Easter weekend I decided to go back to my roots in my business. I thought it would be kind of nice to participate in a local craft show. When I first started making my julz in 1992 I would exhibit in about 25 craft shows a year. It was a great way to get… Read more »
Why do People Stay in Abusive Relationships?
Imagine if you never looked forward to coming home at the end of the day. If the person you lived with had severe mood swings, called you names, swore at you, threw things and maybe even hit you. This is a reality that too many people live with. Both women and men will stay in… Read more »
Life Goes On
I tend to put a lot of pressure on myself. I stick to my processes and make sure that the goals I set for myself and get completed no matter what I have to do. When life takes over and I can’t go along with my original plans, let’s just say I get a little… Read more »
From Stubborn to Purposeful
In all of my studies about being a successful business person, there is one topic that comes up over and over again. We are strongly advised to “Listen to our customers and give them what they want.” Over the years I have received special requests from people in terms of custom designs and alterations to… Read more »
Who’s got your back?
First of all I hope everyone had an incredible International Women’s Day, I felt particularly spoiled this year. Starting with the YWCA Women of Distinction Awards. What a fabulous night! I was honoured to be amongst carefully selected nominees who were comprised of a group of women whose life’s work has been to change the… Read more »
