Category Archives: Motivation

2017 – Hope and Motivation

Posted on January 1, 2018 by Colin Finlay

2017 was indeed a year of hope and renewal, physically, emotionally and mentally for me and carried with it some learning moments as I ventured into new projects. I must start this year by acknowledging the wonderful team of people … Continue reading →

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Stephen Covey – Thank you.

Posted on July 17, 2012 by Colin Finlay

I was 18 years old when I entered my first supervisory position at a restaurant in Winnipeg.  I had worked hard to master the many aspects of working in a kitchen and was often left performing various aspects of inventory … Continue reading →

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Employee Recognition

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Colin Finlay

After attending an awards event last night where people were recognized for their contribution to their organizations, their profession and their community I was inspired to give some further thought to the concept of recognition. What is recognition? Is it … Continue reading →

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Culture and Motivation

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Colin Finlay

Does your organization’s culture motivate your staff? Probably not directly, but it can be used as a breeding ground for actual motivators. Recently I’ve had the opportunity to engage in some great conversations regarding motivators and one aspect people continued … Continue reading →

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