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Elias Makos kicks the week off with Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for Noovo and CTV Montreal News at 5. He is also the president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies, and Jonathan Kalles, Vice President at McMillan Vantage, a national public affairs firm, and former advisor to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Pope Francis has died at age 88, leaving behind a complex legacy as the first pope from the Americas and a figure celebrated for his humility and efforts toward inclusion Over the weekend, the Liberals released their party platform, and it’s an expensive one. $130 billion dollars in new spending over the next four years It's the last day for advance voting. Over the weekend, party leaders focused on key battlegrounds, with Pierre Poilievre and Jagmeet Singh campaigning in British Columbia while Liberal Leader Mark Carney rallied in Ottawa Montreal Canadiens playoff tickets are soaring to extreme prices, with resale sites listing nosebleed seats at over $550 and lower bowl tickets climbing past $2,000
Elias Makos caps off the week that was with Political analyst Karim Boulos, and Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for Noovo and CTV Montreal News at 5. He is also the president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies. Speaking yesterday in Ottawa, Mark Carney presented a grim picture of the future of Canada-U.S. relations, "The old relationship we had with the United States based on deepening integration of our economies and tight security and military cooperation is over." Université de Montréal sent a first warning yesterday afternoon to all of its employees and students traveling to the US The Quebec government is introducing a new bill to overhaul the admissions policies for subsidized daycare centres Dog owners across Quebec can soon enjoy dining on terraces with their pets
Elias Makos is joined by Justine McIntyre, strategic consultant and former city councillor and Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for Noovo and CTV Montreal News at 5 and the president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies. At another one of his never-ending media availabilities yesterday, Trump was asked about Canada, fentanyl and tariffs. He’s adamant it’s about the deaths. Mark Carney has not been seen or heard from since Tuesday’s night’s post-debate press conference, where he played fast and loose with the truth about whether or not he was at Brookfield when they moved their headquarters to the U.S. Éric Caire has resigned over the SAAQclic scandal.
Trudie Mason, in for Aaron Rand, is joined by Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for Noovo and CTV Montreal News at 5. He is also the president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies.
Elias Makos is joined by Caroline Codsi, Founder & Chief Equity Officer, Women in Governance, and Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for Noovo and CTV Montreal News at 5. He is also the president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies. The Prime Minister made an appearance at the annual Liberal Holiday party last night, and he sounded like someone who was sticking around Through the events of this week, there has been a constant stream of women speaking up about how Justin Trudeau treats them A man involved in a liquor store robbery in Ontario that ended with the getaway vehicle going the wrong way on the 401 highway and killing four people including an infant has received five and a half months in jail
Elias Makos is joined by Andrew Caddell, a town councillor in Kamouraska, columnist for the Hill Times in Ottawa and President of the Task Force on Linguistic policy, and Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for Noovo and CTV Montreal News at 5. He is also the president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies. Quebec solidaire MNA Haroun Bouazzi has issued a partial apology for his comments about racism in the National Assembly Under Valérie Plante's administration, Montreal saw a 33% increase in taxes between 2018 and 2024 The illegal tobacco industry is now bigger than the legal one in some parts of the country
Trudie Mason is joined by Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for Noovo and CTV Montreal News, president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies, and Andrew Caddell, a town councillor in Kamouraska, columnist for the Hill Times in Ottawa and President of the Task Force on Linguistic policy. A recent Léger poll reveals that the CAQ is experiencing its lowest support in eight years, with just 21% of voter intentions The number of complaints to the Office québécois de la langue française (OQLF) has surged dramatically, with 9,125 complaints filed in the 2023-2024 period, a 33% increase from the previous year Quebec student associations are demanding paid internships and a major overhaul of the province's financial aid system as students face growing financial pressures due to rising living costs
Elias Makos is joined by Jimmy Zoubris, Special Advisor to the Mayor and Raphaël Melançon, Political Analyst for Noovo and CTV Montreal News at 5 and the President and Founder of Trafalgar Strategies on The Big 5.
Have you heard the saying, there are two things you can never escape from in life: death and taxes? Well, there's also something that's inescapable in your career, whether you work in corporate or are an entrepreneur: setbacks. Obstacles. Challenges. Scenarios that will bring you down and try to keep you there. But you can't because you have a Brilliant Difference to share, a team to support, and clients to work with! With some setbacks being more difficult than others, it can feel next to impossible to pull yourself out of the trenches, but in this week's Your Brilliant Difference Podcast episode, Kerry-Ann Powell teaches you how. Kerry-Ann is a globally recognized business strategist, speaker, and champion of small- and medium-sized businesses. Her varied experience of over 20 years as a Washington, DC attorney, lobbyist, and fundraiser positions her as an authority of what it takes to strategically succeed while confronting difficult obstacles. After raising $120 million to build the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, she launched her business strategy consulting firm, Trafalgar Strategies. She and her team advise business owners from various industries and countries on creating the strategies, systems, and mindsets to thrive in business and in life. Get comfy in your office or favourite spot in your house, replenish your drink, and listen as Kerry-Ann shares her own business setback story and the exercises and tactics she applied to continue moving forward to success. Here's What We'll Be Talking About Today: 00:00 — Introduction and Background of Kerry-Ann Powell 04:23 — Personal Setbacks and Overcoming Toxic Shame 11:17 — The Importance of Identifying Root Causes and Processing 19:05 — Somatic Practices for Regulating the Nervous System 26:43 — The Importance of Regulating Emotions to Make Better Decisions 30:13 — Transparent Communication: Kerry-Ann's Brilliant Difference 39:29 — Faith as a Guide for Honest and Aligned Leadership 44:28 — Reflecting on Your Brilliance to Navigate Challenges Mentioned Resources: Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving The 8 True Culprits That are Causing Chaos in Your Business Connect With Kerry-Ann Powell Kerry-Ann Powell on LinkedIn Become the Next Your Brilliant Difference™ Podcast Guest Have a brilliant story you want to share that surrounds leadership, team building, communication skills, or leaning on your brilliance and strengths to drive meaningful results? Click HERE to fill out the application form, and our team will be in touch!
Elias Makos kicks off the week with Jimmy Zoubris, special advisor to the Mayor, and Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for CTV Montreal News at 5 and president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies. It has been two days of cleanup for many in Quebec after the remnants of Tropical storm Debby hit the province A new poll from Abacus data shows that the Conservatives are maintaining their lead against the Liberals if an election were to be held today Are battle lines being drawn for the Quebec Liberal leadership?
David Heurtel kicks the week off with Andrew Caddell, a town councillor in Kamouraska, columnist for the Hill Times in Ottawa and President of the Task Force on Linguistic policy, and Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for CTV Montreal News at 5 and president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies. Montreal's Canada day parade organisers have cancelled next week's event Pro-Palestinian protests set up camp at Square Victoria. Making it the first encampment in a public space in Montreal Hydro-Québec plans to pass on the bill for the cost of repairing the electricity network to property owners
Elias Makos ends the week with Paul Gott, Lead singer and guitarist for Montreal Punk Rock band the Ripcordz and a journalism professor at Concordia, and Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for CTV Montreal News at 5 and president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies. Community groups in Chinatown are pleading for action to deal with the rise in crime in the area The National Assembly is divided into two camps - this according to Premier François Legault Quebec's French language Minister Jean-François Roberge is now seeking guidance from France about secularism in schools
Elias Makos is joined by Dan Delmar, Co-founder of the PR and content firm TNKR Media, and Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for CTV Montreal News at 5 and president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies. Turns out that GC Strategies, the company with four employees that managed to get a large slice of ArriveCan contracts, has won at least 140 contracts totaling nearly 258 million dollars from several federal departments and agencies since 2015 Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault is backtracking from comments that the Federal government would no longer fund road projects Denis Coderre has positioned himself as ‘Captain Canada' in his visit to the National Assembly
Elias Makos caps off the week Jimmy Zoubris, special advisor to the Mayor, and Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for CTV Montreal News at 5 and president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies. Can Pierre Poilievre's snarkiness derail the Conservative's surge in the polls? Six months before she announced her new plan to ruin Camillien-Houde Way, Mayor Valerie Plante was told about how it would impact accessibility, add time to people's commutes, and about a 95-year-old legal agreement with Mount Royal Cemetery that could torpedo the whole idea As of January 1st, Montreal's public libraries will have the authority to throw out anyone inside their building who is deemed to have very bad hygiene
In this episode I need to F***ing talk to Kerry-Ann Powell. Kerry-Ann Powell has varied experience of over 20 years as a Washington, DC attorney, lobbyist, and fundraiser. After raising $120 million to build the Martin Luther King Jr. memorial she launched her strategic business and consulting firm, Trafalgar Strategies. About Kerry-Ann Powell:Kerry-Ann Powell has varied experience of over 20 years as a Washington, DC attorney, lobbyist, and fundraiser. After raising $120 million to build the Martin Luther King Jr. memorial she launched her strategic business and consulting firm, Trafalgar Strategies. She is committed to spreading the gospel that running a small and medium-sized business is vital and important to our economies, yet it doesn't have to feel like trying to manage a chaotic tornado. And business owners can run their businesses smoothly and feel confident that they will thrive.Resources:Kerry-Ann Powell: Leadership Coach | Life Strategist | SpeakerAudio Book - The 9 True Culprits That Are Causing Chaos in Your Business with Kerry-Ann T. Powell—We hope you enjoy the podcast. Remember to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Spotify, share the link with your friends and colleagues and you can always reach out to as at the following email address info@ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com.—Ready for the next step in your difficult conversations? You can buy the book on Amazon now.I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace Conversations - Amazon | Owl's Nest Books| Shelf Life Bookshttps://www.ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com/
Kerry-Ann is a global business strategist, speaker and champion of small and medium sized businesses. Her interview style is a balance of humor, motivation and powerful strategic content that will leave your audience inspired to take action in their businesses. Kerry-Ann's varied experience of over 20 years as a Washington, DC attorney, lobbyist, and fundraiser positions her as an authority of what it takes to strategically succeed while confronting difficult obstacles. After raising $120 million to build the Martin Luther King Jr. memorial she launched her strategic business and consulting firm, Trafalgar Strategies. She and her team advise business owners from various industries and countries on creating the strategies, systems, and mindsets to thrive in business and in life. Over the years, Kerry-Ann's expertise and speaking have been sought after by international brands, organizations, and institutions, such as Working Women's Magazine, Dallas Leadership Foundation, CIEE, Association of Fundraising Professionals, Mogul and Philanthropist Russell Simmons' Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation and more. Kerry-Ann is committed to spreading the gospel that running a small and medium-sized business is vital and important to our economies, yet it doesn't have to feel like trying to manage a chaotic tornado. And business owners can run their businesses smoothly and feel confident that they will thrive. When not speaking, running her business and working with her clients, Kerry-Ann can be found traveling, practicing her Spanish, and enjoying a good meal with good people. Get the 8 True Culprits Causing Chaos in Your Business. The PDF details the 8 important underlying challenges that most SMEs are facing in their businesses and what they need to do to address them. http://www.nobusinesschaos.com
Elias Makos is joined by Sue Montgomery, former journalist and former mayor of CDN-NDG and Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for CTV Montreal News at 5 and president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies. More fallout from the House Speaker's invitation that honoured a Nazi soldier on the floor of the House of Commons Laval's mayor is unhappy with Quebec's government air on gun violence Two hundred and twenty-six dollars. That's how much Michel Bolduc was fined for panhandling on the streets of Quebec City last September
Small and medium-sized business owners, are you tired of the chaos and stress that comes with running your business? In this episode, Kerry-Ann Powell, a global business strategist, reveals the key to running a business smoothly without chaos. But just when you think you've found the answer, a shocking twist leaves you wondering - can you really overcome the chaos or are you doomed to be trapped in the never-ending cycle of stress? Stay tuned to find out. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 - Introduction, 00:02:18 - Kerry-Anns Story, 00:06:48 - Identifying Chaos, 00:10:49 - Delegation and Systems, 00:13:45 - The Role of Strategy, 00:15:01 - Running Your Company as is, 00:16:55 - The Importance of Leadership, 00:18:30 - Dealing with Conflict and Toxicity, 00:23:01 - Recognizing and Addressing Poor Behavior, 00:28:48 - The Importance of Openness to New Ideas, 00:30:02 - Creating an Ecosystem of Gifts, 00:30:52 - People Want to Work for Inspired Leaders, 00:31:38 - Identifying and Fixing Business Chaos, 00:32:18 - Connecting and Exchanging Ideas If you found the information presented in this episode helpful, you may also enjoy listening to: Design Your Business to Run Itself with Mike Michalowicz https://youtu.be/OOJb-OEQW4U Links: https://www.kerryannspeaks.com/ LinkedIn URL https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerry-ann-powell/ Twitter URL https://twitter.com/KerryAnnPowell FB URL https://www.facebook.com/kerryanntpowell/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kerryanntpowell/?hl=en Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@kerryanntpowell Offer: I know that sometimes, running a business can feel like trying to manage a chaotic tornado. This FREE e-book gift is for small and medium-sized business owners who want to scale and grow without drama. https://www.nobusinesschaos.com/?r_done=1 Bio: Kerry-Ann is a global business strategist, speaker, and champion of small and medium-sized businesses. Kerry-Ann's varied experience of over 20 years as a Washington, DC attorney, lobbyist, and fundraiser positions her as an authority on what it takes to strategically succeed while confronting difficult obstacles. After raising $120 million to build the Martin Luther King Jr. memorial she launched her strategic business and consulting firm, Trafalgar Strategies. She and her team advise business owners from various industries and countries on creating strategies, systems, and mindsets to thrive in business and in life. Over the years, Kerry-Ann's expertise and speaking have been sought after by international brands, organizations, and institutions, such as Working Women's Magazine, Dallas Leadership Foundation, CIEE, Association of Fundraising Professionals, Mogul and Philanthropist Russell Simmons' Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation and more. Kerry-Ann is committed to spreading the gospel that running a small and medium-sized business is vital and important to our economies, yet it doesn't have to feel like trying to manage a chaotic tornado. And business owners can run their businesses smoothly and feel confident that they will thrive. When not speaking, running her business, and working with her clients, Kerry-Ann can be found traveling,BHB2024Support the show
DELEGATION IS NOT DUMPING.Easy to understand.....not always easy to put into practice.Patrick Kagan, author of CREATE THE DIFFERENCE - A Leader's Guide to Strategy, Growth, & Hiring is joined by Kerry-Ann Powell, founder of Trafalgar Strategies as they explore the symptoms of leadership chaos, the correct way to scale, and more importantly, scale within the team's capacity, and finally, how to uncover the true power a leader enjoys when they master the ability DELEGATE in order to ELEVATE. Delegation has a double edge...many leaders can't let go of the process, and find delegation a challenge, because "it's easier if I just do it myself. That can be limiting. The other edge is when delegating becomes dumping. Both approaches lead to a lack of expected outcomes, frustrated teams, client dissatisfaction, and slumping revenues.Enjoy Kerry-Ann's fresh and inspiring approach, as she and Patrick make leadership a bit easier in their podversation.Patrick opens the door to higher levels of income and satisfaction in his book, "SELL THE DIFFERENCE" and he takes leaders to levels of ABUNDANCE they only dream of in his book "CREATE THE DIFFERENCE". Both 2 of the best options to develop personally and professionally in sales and leadership. Your copy awaits you here:https://pksolutionsgroup.comOR GET YOUR AUDIOBOOK AT MOST AUDIO BOOK PLATFORMS.Want more growth as a professional? SCHEDULE YOUR FREE CONSULTATION WITH ME: https://calendly.com/pksolutionsgroupOr, just choose "SHOP" at https://www.pksolutionsgroup.com , and purchase your own individual edition of bonus content from any of our podversations.©2022 -2023 PK Solutions Group. All rights Reserved.Not to be distributed for commercial use without express permissionEnjoy the easy to understand, and practical approach to improving yourself, and therefore, the world around you, both personally and professionally. Patrick gives you the support, now make hiring his team your next priority to move toward the best results and most positive changes you could imagine.Support the show
Elias Makos kicks the week off with Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for CTV Montreal News at 5 and president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies, and Jimmy Zoubris, special advisor to the Mayor. Was this a successful weekend for the conservatives? Housing minister Sean Fraser, says the government won't rule out changes to its immigration targets to help deal with housing Two people have been critically injured after a driver hit pedestrians and a street lamp in St. Laurent
Jimmy Zoubris, special advisor to Mayor and Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for CTV Montreal News at 5 and president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies join Elias Makos to discuss: A new supervised inhalation site will open at Atwater Market in the fall. Canada's new Housing Minister, Sean Fraser, says the government wants to make housing more affordable while not decreasing the value of people's homes Francois Legault says that building a roof on the IGA Stadium should be a priority for the city of Montreal
Elias Makos caps off the week with David Heurtel, Former Quebec liberal cabinet minister, Council at Fasken and political analyst and Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for CTV Montreal News at 5 and president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies. A week into his new role as Immigration Minister, Marc Miller says the government will either keep or raise its annual targets for permanent residents of about half a million The REM is being called out for a lack of accessibility How bad is crime in Montreal? Even the police chief's bike gets stolen
Scaling Your Business: The Role of Strategic Planning in Sustainable Growth - Kerry-Ann PowellHave you heard these myths about business strategy? Myth #1: Strategic planning is only for big corporations with large budgets. Myth #2: Business strategy is a complex and time-consuming process. Myth #3: Implementing a strategic plan guarantees instant success. In this episode, our guest Kerry-Ann Powell will debunk these myths and share the truth about business strategy simplified for small business owners.Your big strategic goal can be the driving force that motivates you and your team. Whether it's becoming a multinational company or serving a niche clientele, having that vision will ignite the fire within you. - Kerry-Ann PowellIn this episode, you will be able to:Gain profound insights into the transformative power of strategic planning for your small business.Impart effective planning tools and strategies that will set you up for success.Shape clear-cut goals and objectives that dovetail with your strategic blueprint.Master the quintessential skill of executing and tracking KPIs for efficient business operation.Address common stumbling blocks in small businesses and channelize chaos into harmony.In a world where strategic planning is often reserved for the big players, one woman defied the norm and found her purpose in helping small business owners unlock their true potential. Little did she know, her journey was about to take an unexpected turn that would leave her questioning everything she thought she knew. Stay tuned to uncover the surprising twist that would forever change the way she approached business strategy.My special guest is Kerry-Ann PowellKerry-Ann Powell is all about driving strategic planning forward. With a varied career path starting as an attorney, working as a lobbyist, and evolving into a highly successful fundraiser, she then moved onto her true calling. Kerry-Ann's passion lies in helping entrepreneurs understand that strategy is not a seven-letter word to fear, rather a tool to wield. Her prowess in aiding small businesses carve out a strategic plan, and subsequently achieve growth, is striking and inspiring for all.The resources mentioned in this episode are:Visit the Hustle Less, Profit More podcast with Mickey Anderson to listen to the full episode on business strategy and scaling.Check out Kerry-Ann Powell's organization, Trafalgar Strategies, for assistance with creating business strategies and scaling your small business.Explore SWOT analysis and pestle analysis tools to help assess where your business is currently and identify potential hindrances or benefits to your growth.Define your big strategic goal, or bhag, that aligns with your vision for your business in the next 10-15 years.Identify your company's values and incorporate them into your strategic plan to guide decision-making and company culture.Craft a pithy purpose statement that reminds you of the core mission of your business.Develop one, two, and three-year goals that build towards your big strategic goal, ensuring alignment and focus.Create four focus areas and objectives (FAOs) that support your one-year goals, such as achieving a million-dollar year, expanding into new markets, sourcing sustainable materials, or starting a charitable foundation.Break down each FAO into specific actions, such as increasing sales or marketing efforts, assessing current vendors, scheduling interviews,The key moments in this episode are:00:00:00 - The Importance of Strategic Planning for Small Business Owners, 00:03:41 - The Consequences of Not Having a Strategic Plan, 00:07:21 - Building a Strategic Plan, 00:11:21 - Focus Areas and Objectives, 00:13:16 - The Importance of Clear Communication, 00:14:49 - Understanding KPIs and Measurements, 00:15:38 - Steps to Expand into Canada, 00:17:06 - Ownership and Accountability in Goal Setting, 00:17:57 - The Importance of Execution in Strategic Planning, 00:24:12 - Overcoming Vision Challenges, 00:28:40 - The Importance of Strategy in Long-Term Business Success, 00:30:17 - Committing to Your Vision, 00:34:15 - Balancing Multiple Business Ideas, 00:35:40 - Understanding the Difference Between Strategy and Tactics, 00:39:58 - Don't Get Married to Tactics, 00:43:35 - The Importance of Execution, 00:49:33 - Fostering Exceptional Execution, 00:52:47 - Using Fear and Leverage for Motivation, 00:55:22 - Recognizing Chaos in Business, 00:57:11 - Fixing the Symptoms of Chaos, 00:58:34 - Finding a Facilitator for Strategic Planning, 00:59:48 - Connecting on a Human Level, 01:00:13 - Passion for Small Business Scaling, 01:00:33 - The Value of Support in Strategic Planning, 01:01:01 - Conclusion and Gratitude,As a small business owner, you not only have the ability, but the responsibility to be strategic and develop a strategic plan. It doesn't matter if you're small, you can make it happen. - Kerry-Ann PowellConnect with me here:https://www.facebook.com/hustlelessprofitmorehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/heymickeyanderson/https://www.youtube.com/@heymickeyanderson/https://www.hustlelessprofitmore.com/Snag Kerry-Ann's Free PDF The 8 True Culprits Causing Chaos in Your Business. The PDF details the 8 important underlying challenges that most SMEs are facing in their businesses and what they need to do to address them.https://www.nobusinesschaos.com/?r_done=1With Content at Scale's world-class SEO AI writer, in just 5 minutes, you can generate high-quality, research-backed 2,500-word articles from your podcast episodes. Check it out now and get 20% more post-credits when you sign up using our link! Click HERE to explore Content at Scale!
Caroline Codsi, Founder & Chief Equity Officer, Women in Governance and Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for CTV Montreal News at 5 and president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies join Elias Makos on The Big Five to discuss: Joëlle Boutin, the CAQ MNA for the Jean-Talon riding in the Quebec City region has resigned Pierre Poilievre confirmed what many have seen for their own eyes, he has undergone a makeover The internet is mesmerized by the success of PinkyDoll
What does a hockey stick have to do with a mountain? Kerry Ann will answer this question in detail; it relates to scaling your business. Our Guest today is Kerry Ann T. Powell; a global business strategist, speaker and champion of small and medium sized businesses. After raising $120 million to build the Martin Luther King Jr. memorial she launched her strategic business and consulting firm, Trafalgar Strategies. Today you'll hear about running a good clean business, pacing yourself to not to scale too fast and taking a regular look at your Big Plan. . She and her team advise business owners from various industries and countries on creating the strategies, systems, and mindsets to thrive in business and in life.Over the years, Kerry-Ann's expertise and speaking have been sought after by international brands, organizations, and many institutions, such as Working Women's Magazine, Dallas Leadership Foundation, CIEE, Association and so many more.Kerry-Ann is committed to helping small and medium-sized business as they are vital and important to our economies. She believes that any business owner can run their businesses smoothly and feel confident that they will thrive. Website: www.nobusinesschaos.com https://www.trafalgarstrategies.co HOST:Kathryn Wilking; Author, Decorator, Feng Shui Expert, Podcast HostCompany: Kathryn Wilking Feng Shui DesignsWebsite: https://www.kathrynwilking.com Linked IN: Kathryn WilkingFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/katwilking AND https://www.facebook.com/kathrynwilkingdesigns/FREE GIFT: '10 Ways to Raise Chi-Energy' in any space, on website: https://www.fengshuiyourday.ca Email Kathryn: Kathryn@kathrynwilking.com GUEST: Kerry Ann T. Powell; Global Business Strategist, Speaker and Champion Advocate of small and medium sized businesses. https://www.trafalgarstrategies.co Website: www.nobusinesschaos.com Kerry Ann's GIFT for Listeners: www.nobusinesschaos.com GIFT~ A PDF titled The 8 True Culprits Causing Chaos in Your Business. This PDF details the 8 important underlying challenges that most SMEs are facing in their businesses and what they need to do to address them. SOCIAL: Kerry Ann PowellNew Mantra: No Business Chaos
Kerry-Ann Powell, founder of Trafalgar Strategies and a renowned Washington DC attorney, lobbyist, and fundraiser, shares her insights on strategic success in business during an interview with Audrey Wiggins. Powell emphasizes the significance of strategic planning and creating strong projects to achieve success. She employs a methodology that involves identifying and addressing specific issues causing problems. Powell also highlights foundational aspects of a business, including how the owner operates within it, and may recommend a comprehensive strategic plan to provide direction and facilitate growth.Furthermore, Powell discusses the importance of having a life plan and exit strategy for business owners. She emphasizes the need for alignment between the owner's life plan and the business vision to build a successful and scalable enterprise. Powell stresses the crucial role of an exit strategy for the future of the business and the owner's retirement plan. She offers an example of a family-owned business requiring an exit strategy and explains her approach to helping clients develop one. Powell advocates for the implementation of an exit strategy for all clients, regardless of their business size.Additionally, Powell and Wiggins delve into the significance of business ownership and recognizing the value it brings to stakeholders. Powell encourages viewing a business as a distinct entity and making tough choices to generate value. Wiggins suggests addressing chaos within businesses and presents Powell's free resource as a potential solution. The conversation concludes with Powell inspiring business owners to persevere and thrive, underscoring the importance of their role in the business landscape and for the greater economy.Work with Kerry-Ann and the Trafalgar Strategies Team. Visit trafalgarstrategies.coListener Gift. Visit nobusinesschaos.com for a PDF titled the 8 True Culprits Causing Chaos in Your Business. The PDF details the 8 important underlying challenges that most SMEs are facing in their businesses and what they need to do to address them. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDesignrr Get Instant Transcripts from your Podcast, Video, or Webinar Riverside.fm Professional Remote Content Creation StudioAltogether Domains, Hosting and More Bringing your business online - domain names, web design, branded email, security, hosting and more.Digital Business Cards Let's speed up your follow up. Get a digital business card.Small Business Legal Services Your Small Business Legal Plan can help with any business legal matter.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showPlease Rate & ReviewVisit Altogether Marketing LLC
Elias Makos returns and kicks off the new week with Jimmy Zoubris, special advisor to the Mayor and Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for CTV Montreal News at 5 and president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies. It's byelection day in NDG-Westmount. And for Quebec's most Anglo riding, the affair could come down to a single issue: language Questions over the handling of notorious serial rapist and convicted killer Paul Bernardo's transfer to a medium-security prison continue The situation in the Village has reached “rock bottom,” with merchants saying that clients are afraid to come to their terraces
David Heurtel kicks the week of with Jimmy Zoubris, special advisor to the Mayor, and Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for CTV Montreal News at 5 and president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies. There was an influx of criticism for David Johnston's report on foreign interference in the 2019 and 2021 federal elections, and it finally got the better of him The city of Montreal ended the year 2022 with a surplus of $343.8 million Premier François Legault says he is willing to entertain adjustments to some of the new Bill 96 language law identification regulationsthat have irritated minorities
Small business owners tend to play a lot of different roles in their companies. They shoulder the stress and responsibility of the company's success or failure. For many entrepreneurs, this translates to chaos and uncertainty. Our guest today preaches the gospel that small business owners are vital to our economy, while teaching business owners that it doesn't have to feel like riding out a tornado.Kerry-Ann Powell is a global business strategist, speaker and champion of small and medium sized businesses. She boasts over 20 years of experience as a Washington, DC attorney, lobbyist, and fundraiser. This positions her as an authority on what it takes to strategically succeed while confronting difficult obstacles.After raising $120 million to build the Martin Luther King Jr. memorial she launched her strategic business and consulting firm, Trafalgar Strategies. She and her team advise business owners from various industries and countries on creating the strategies, systems, and mindsets to thrive in business and in life.www.nobusinesschaos.com Learn more about the Time to Thrive Membership and other programs at www.TimeToThrive.Zone!
Kerry-Ann Powell is a globally recognized business strategist, speaker and champion of small and medium sized businesses. Kerry-Ann's varied experience of over 20 years as a Washington, DC attorney, lobbyist, and fundraiser positions her as an authority of what it takes to strategically succeed while confronting difficult obstacles. After raising $120 million to build the Martin Luther King Jr. memorial she launched her business strategy consulting firm, Trafalgar Strategies. She and her team advise business owners from various industries and countries on creating the strategies, systems, and mindsets to thrive in business and in life. Over the years, Kerry-Ann's expertise and speaking have been sought after by international brands, organizations, and institutions, such as Working Women's Magazine, Dallas Leadership Foundation, CIEE, Association of Fundraising Professionals, Mogul and Philanthropist Russell Simmons' Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation and more. In addition to listening to the episode, you can watch a video of their discussion on our YouTube Channel. And be sure to subscribe to support the podcast! For general information about the podcast, send an email to info@beinhakerlaw.com To follow Mitch and the podcast, go to linktr.ee/beinhakerlaw. You can subscribe and listen to episodes on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Spotify and most other directories. Please review us whenever possible and thanks for your continued support! Sponsorships and paid guest appearances are available. Connect with us by email or on social media. The Accidental Entrepreneur is brought to you with the help of our sponsor, AWeber - the world's leading small business email marketing and automation service provider. Since 1998, AWeber has helped more than 1 million small businesses, entrepreneurs through its suite of web-based email marketing, automation tools and education. AWeber – the best option when it comes to marketing your business. Visit http://bit.ly/3HK3DVB for more information and to sign up for a trial account. We are also brought to you by TAB. Since 1989, The Alternative Board (or TAB) has been one of the leading peer advisory and business coaching organizations for independent business owners and CEOs across the world. By facilitating peer advisory boards, private 1-on-1 coaching and strategic planning services, TAB helps business owners improve their businesses in ways that change their lives. https://www.thealternativeboard.com/jersey-shore-north Also brought to you by Beinhaker Law, a boutique business & estates legal practice in Clark, NJ. To learn about shared outside general counsel services and how to better protect your business, visit https://beinhakerlaw.com/fractional-gen-counsel/ Opening music written and performed by Howie Moscovitch and Made to Order Music. For more information about Howie and his music services, visit https://howiemoscovitch.com/made-to-order-music/ Please support our affiliate sponsor (https://beinhakerlaw.com/podcast-affiliates/) One of One Productions - a New Jersey-based studio, just over the George Washington bridge, that caters to the booming business of podcasting. Be sure to check out the guesting kit that they've created exclusively for our listeners! https://one-of-one-productions.myshopify.com/products/mitchell-beinhakers-guesting-kit Also, support the show and get your own podcast merch! (https://beinhakerlaw.com/podcast-store/) The Accidental Entrepreneur is a trademark of Mitchell C. Beinhaker. Copyright 2018-2023. All rights reserved.
Elias Makos starts the week off with Jimmy Zoubris, special advisor to the Mayor andRaphaël Melançon, a political analyst for CTV Montreal News and president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies. CAQ leader Francois Legault scored a 98.61% confidence vote as his party met over the weekend François Legault is sending signals that he doesn't want to raise Hydro rates, but he wants Hydro to lower them for those willing to shift their consumption Montreal Police Chief will review his first 100 days in office today
From her office in Madrid Spain, former D.C. lobbyist turned global business strategist, Kerry Ann Powell, champions small and medium-sized businesses around the world. Her ongoing mission is spreading the gospel that running a business doesn't have to feel like you're managing a tornado. In this episode, we discuss the dos and don'ts of running a business in any economic climate! And for those who don't own a business, garner tips on how to help your employer scale up or successfully run your own business in the future! Notable quote from this episode - "What's your life plan and how does your business vision fit into your life?" Topics discussed: growing a business vs scaling a business avoiding chaos as you grow your company negotiating with vendors or creditors the importance of automating repetitive tasks questions to ask a prospective employer lessons from Enron Kerry's role in raising capital for the MLK monument in Washington, DC micromanagement and more... Download Kerry's free e-Book "Eight True Culprits Causing Chaos in Your Business" and learn more about Trafalgar Strategies at https://www.trafalgarstrategies.co/This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5831364/advertisement
Elias Makos kicks off the week with Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for CTV Montreal News at 5 and president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies and political analyst Karim Boulos. Three Ontario Conservative MPs met with a far-right, anti-immigrant politician from Germany last week And the Liberals have their own scandal brewing… Global reporting that senior aides to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau were briefed that one of their candidates in the 2019, Han Dong, was suspected of being involved in Chinese foreign interference William Rainville, who was arrested and convicted of smuggling 250 guns from the U.S. into Canada in 2021, is already on full parole
This episode features Kerry-Ann Powell. Kerry-Ann is a global business strategist, speaker and champion of small and medium sized businesses. She is committed to spreading the gospel that running a small and medium-sized business is vital and important to our economies, yet it doesn't have to feel like trying to manage a chaotic tornado. And business owners can run their businesses smoothly and feel confident that they will thrive. For more information and resources to help you with your business, go to https://www.nobusinesschaos.com/
Elias Makos is joined by Paul Gott, Lead singer and guitarist for Montreal Punk Rock band the Ripcordz and a journalism professor at Concordia and Rafaël Melançon, a political analyst for CTV Montreal News at 5 and president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies. Roxham Road asylum seekers are being transferred to Ontario, it has been revealed Looks like it's good news for CN and Air Canada CEOs as they will not be required to understand french Premier Francois Legault is calling on the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League to provide a public explanation after disturbing revelations of sexual assault and torture suffered by teenage players
Want to be able to step away from your business without feeling like it will implode? I know I do! As a small business owner, it can be challenging to implement a healthy work-life balance. The key is to build a strong team and empower them to step into their greatness. Learn the inner workings of inspired leadership and how to put processes in place that set your business up to thrive, even if you aren't there. Kerry-Ann Powell, the founder of Trafalgar Strategies, is an expert at solidifying the life you want to live as it relates to your business. She is also the author of “The 8 True Culprits Causing Chaos in Your Business” which you can download for free at nobusinesschaos.comAbout Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) and the National Association of Women Business Owners Charlotte (NAWBO). Denise is also a graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Program, which is a program for small businesses that links learning to action for growth-oriented entrepreneurs. Recognized as a facilitator, problem solver, and builder, Denise enjoys speaking to business groups about social media for small businesses and motivating remote and work-from-home (WFH) teams. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Quality Systems Management from James Madison University. With extensive experience in outsourcing solutions that provide administrative, creative, marketing, and website support, she is able to help other small businesses grow and thrive. Connect with Denise DCA Virtual Business Support website. View and listen to Podcasts with Denise Cagan. LinkedIn
Elias Makos welcomes first timer Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for CTV Montreal News at 5 and president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies and Jimmy Zoubris, special advisor to the Mayor. “Canada is broken.” A whopping two–thirds of Canadians would agree at some level with that statement Premier Francois Legault has set the date for the by-election in Saint-Henri–Sainte-Anne - it's March 13 and it will be confirmed today - and the Liberals have found their man to run in the race A new French technology which predicts shoplifting using artificial intelligence is coming to Quebec